10 largest fast food chains in the world

10 largest fast food chains in the world
Leaders in terms of sales: not only large-scale, but also popular with guests
1. McDonald's

A network with 75 years of history that needs no introduction. In Russia since 1990, the queues at the first McDonald's are one of the most memorable moments in the history of the new Russia. In recent years, the development of the concept has been seriously taken up - breakfasts around the clock, burgers assembled to order, digital innovations, the introduction of free - flow elements - all to win the fight against new fast casual players and retain guests.
Headquarters: USA
Segment: burgers
Number of points: more than 36 thousand
Sales volume: $35.4 billion
2 Subway

The largest network in terms of the number of points. Positioned as a healthy alternative to standard fast food chains, which is reflected in the company's slogan "Eat Fresh!" (Eat fresh!). The Subway franchise is very popular among aspiring Russian restaurateurs. But such popularity has a downside - inexperienced franchisees often spoil their image: they quickly go bankrupt and blame the Americans for everything.
Headquarters: USA
Segment: sandwiches
Number of points: more than 44 thousand
Sales volume: $12.3 billion
3 Burger King

Whether it is an American network or already a Brazilian one is an open question: since 2010, a controlling stake has been owned by 3G Capital from Brazil. In the same year, Burger King entered the Russian market.
Headquarters: USA
Segment: burgers
Number of points: more than 14 thousand
Sales volume: $8.6 billion
4. Wendy's

The history of Wendy's in Russia is not as rosy as in the rest of the world. In 2010, not just anyone, but Mikhail Zelman himself and his partners (Food Service Capital, which includes Arpicom) became the Russian franchisees. The Russian partners were going to open 180 restaurants within 10 years. However, in 2014 the brand left Russia. The American headquarters say that the decision is "devoid of political motives" and the company "expects to return to Russia."
Headquarters: USA
Segment: burgers
Number of points: more than 6.5 thousand
Sales volume: $8.6 billion
5. Taco Bell

International network of adapted Tex-Mex cuisine. It is curious that Taco Bell tried to enter the Mexican market twice, but both times to no avail - the local population does not like adaptation.
Headquarters: USA
Segment: tacos, burritos
Number of points: about 6 thousand
Sales volume: $8.2 billion
6. Chick-fil-A

The owner of this famous US chicken chain, Don Cathy, is a strict Baptist. His adamant convictions led to a big scandal: the restaurateur spoke out against same-sex marriage, calling the representatives of sexual minorities "arrogant". However, despite the pickets and even boycotts of guests who advocate tolerance and political correctness, Chick-fil-A confidently opens new restaurants.
Headquarters: USA
Segment: chicken dishes
Number of points: about 2 thousand
Sales volume: $5.7 billion
7. KFC

Domestic lovers of fried chicken have already forgotten that there was once Rostik's from Rostislav Ordovsky-Tanaevsky Blanco, chicken fast food in Russia began with it, andKFC came to the expanses of the motherland as a business partner of the ubiquitous Rosinter. And many people know about the secret 11 herbs and spices that give the brand's dishes a signature taste.
Headquarters: USA
Segment: chicken dishes
Number of points: about 18 thousand
Sales volume: over $4.2 billion
8 Chipotle Mexican Grill

Fast is a casual network where, on principle, they cook only from natural and ethically impeccable products. At one time, McDonald's Corporation owned a controlling stake in Chipotle, but in 2006 the giant was cleaning up its brand portfolio and got rid of Chipotle . It is curious that this is one of the few chains that fundamentally does not go for franchising. How they manage to manage so many points on their own - one can only guess.
Headquarters: USA
Segment: tacos, burritos
Number of points: about 1.9 thousand
Sales volume: $4.1 billion
9. Sonic America's Drive-In

Beloved by American truckers and just drivers, a drive-in format chain with waitresses on roller skates , hamburgers and french fries, onion rings and hot dogs.
Headquarters: USA
Segment: gas station diner
Number of points: about 3.5 thousand
Sales volume: $4 billion
10 Dairy Queen

Almost the first points for the sale of soft ice cream - a cool treat has been served here since 1940. There are many teenagers among the guests, so the menu has everything that growing organisms need: in particular, hamburgers and ice cream desserts.
Headquarters: USA
Segment: burgers, ice cream
Number of points: about 5 thousand
Sales volume: $3.2 billion