Pakistan has diverse cultures and foods, and its fast-food scene reflects this. A Pakistani fast-food restaurant has something for everyone, whether you prefer traditional Pakistani dishes or worldwide favorites. These restaurants offer a diverse menu selection of burgers, fries, pizzas, and kinds of pasta to suit a variety of tastes and budgets. Pakistani fast-food places have a reputation for using fresh, high-quality ingredients, focusing on ensuring customers are happy. They want everyone to have a good dining experience. In this article, we’re going to discuss the top 8 Pakistani fast-food brands in more detail.

8 Best Fast-Food Restaurants in Pakistan to Choose in 2023

Here, we will discuss the fast-food shops or restaurants in Pakistan and how these international fast-food chains have grown over time:

Brands	Founded Date	Headquarters	CEO
McDonald’s	May 15, 1940	Chicago, Illinois, U.S	Chris Kempczinski
KFC	March 20, 1930	Dallas, Texas, U.S	Sabir Sami
Subway	August 28, 1965	Milford, Connecticut, U.S	John Chidsey
Hardee’s	June 23, 1960	Franklin, Tennessee, U.S.	Ned Lyerly
Dominos	December 9, 1960	Ann Arbor Township, Michigan, United States	Russell Weiner
Pizza Hut	May 31, 1958	Plano, Texas, U.S.	Aaron Powell
Burger King	December 4, 1954	Miami, Florida, United States	Joshua Kobza
Howdy	2012	Lahore, Pakistan	Ameer khan

McDonald’s

McDonald’s Corporation, founded in 1940 in California, is a multinational fast-food giant with a franchise model. Originally a hamburger stand it became a franchise in 1955 under Ray Kroc’s ownership. With its iconic Golden Arches logo introduced in 1953, McDonald’s is now the world’s largest fast-food chain, operating in over 100 countries with 40,000 outlets. The company owns a significant portion of its restaurant buildings and land. Serving over 69 million customers daily, McDonald’s is famous for its hamburgers, cheeseburgers, and French fries generating revenue through franchise-related payments and company-operated sales. As of 2022, it is the world’s second-largest private employer, with 1.7 million employees. McDonald’s Pakistan is a committed member of the Pakistani community. The company supports a variety of local charities and organizations. McDonald’s Pakistan is the local branch of the worldwide fast-food chain McDonald’s. The first McDonald’s in Pakistan opened in Lahore, and a second one opened a week later in Karachi, in September 1998.

McDonald’s Outlets in Pakistan

McDonald’s Pakistan has 79 restaurants in 24 major cities nationwide, serving millions of customers. These include cities like Karachi, Lahore, Peshawar, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Gujranwala, Faisalabad, Multan, Hyderabad, Sargodha, Bahawalpur, Sialkot, Sukkur, Sheikhupura, Rahim Yar Khan, Dera Ghazi Khan, Gujrat, Sahiwal, Quetta, and Jhelum. Lahore has the most outlets, followed by Karachi and Islamabad-Rawalpindi.

Ratings

As of today when this article is compiled, here are the current ratings posted by customers through MacDonald App available on Google Play Store App, iOS App Store and also Google Reviews posted on Dolmen Mall branch, being the brand’s flagship outlet.

Owner of McDonald’s in Pakistan 

McDonald’s in Pakistan is owned by Siza Foods Pvt. Ltd., a Subsidiary of the Lakson Group of Companies based in Karachi.

Famous Menu Items at McDonald’s in Pakistan

In a recent comprehensive research study conducted by Tashheer, McDonald’s is the most popular fast-food restaurant in Pakistan with 35% of respondents saying it is their favorite.

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KFC

The KFC, or Kentucky Fried Chicken, is an American fast-food chain based in Louisville, Kentucky, known for its specialization in fried chicken. According to Tashheer’s research analysis, KFC is the world’s second-largest restaurant chain, with over 22,000 locations across 150 countries. It operates under the umbrella of Yum! Brands, which also owns Pizza Hut and Taco Bell. Colonel Harland Sanders founded KFC during the Great Depression, introducing franchising in 1952. KFC made its grand entry into Pakistan by creating its headquarters in Karachi as the best fast-food brand in Pakistan. KFC first came to Pakistan in 1970. In Pakistan, it is a popular choice for families, friends, and individuals alike. KFC Pakistan, the local branch of KFC, has over 120 outlets across the country and employs 10,000 people. The first KFC restaurant in Pakistan opened in Gulshan-e-Iqbal, Karachi in 1997.

Ratings

As of today when this article is compiled, here are the current ratings posted by customers through MacDonald App available on Google Play Store App, iOS App Store and also Google Reviews posted on Dolmen Mall branch, being the brand’s flagship outlet.

KFC Outlets in Pakistan

KFC Pakistan started its first franchises in the late ’60s to early ’70s. According to Tashheer’s 2023 research, KFC is found in over 120 locations across the country.

KFC outlets are available in the following cities across Pakistan:

Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Faisalabad, Rawalpindi, Multan, Gujranwala, Hyderabad, Peshawar, Sargodha, Sukkur, Bahawalpur, Sialkot, Gujrat, Jhelum, Sahiwal, Rahim Yar Khan, Okara, Khanewal, Muzaffargarh, Dera Ghazi Khan, Mianwali, Attock, Jhang, Sheikhupura, Kasur, Lodhran, Vehari, Dera Ismail Khan, Kohat, Bannu, Mirpur Khas.

Owner

In June 1997, KFC was introduced to Pakistan by the Belgian Artal group and it initially did well in Karachi. In 2001, ownership shifted to the Cupola Group.

Famous Menu Items at KFC in Pakistan

KFC has expanded its presence throughout Pakistan with a broad menu that includes

It is now among Pakistan’s top fast-food spots, winning over the hearts and palates of consumers.

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Subway

Subway is an American fast-food franchise known for its submarine sandwiches, wraps, salads, and drinks. Subway was launched in Bridgeport, Connecticut in 1965 as Pete’s Super Submarines by Fred DeLuca and funded by Peter Buck. Subway was founded in Pakistan in 1994. The first Subway restaurant opened in Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan. It underwent name changes before adopting “Subway” in 1972. With a franchise operation starting in 1974, Subway has since become a global brand, offering diverse topping choices. The “Eat Fresh” slogan emphasizes their use of fresh ingredients. As of September 2023, Subway boasts 20,603 locations in over 100 countries, making it the largest single-brand restaurant chain worldwide. In 2023, Roark Capital acquired Subway. The subway is a great place to go if you are on a diet or in the mood to eat something healthy yet filling.

Ratings

As of today when this article is compiled, here are the current ratings posted by customers through MacDonald App available on Google Play Store App, iOS App Store and also Google Reviews posted on Dolmen Mall branch, being the brand’s flagship outlet.

Subway Outlets in Pakistan

The company has expanded to over 250 locations across Pakistan. Subway has five main outlets in different cities, which include

• Sargodha
• Lahore
• Faisalabad
• Islamabad
• Attock

Famous Menu Items at Subway in Pakistan

According to Tashheer’s research, these six best menu items at Subway are famous among Customers in pakistan

There are many alternatives for salads and sub-sandwiches including cold cuts, melts, warmed and toasted sandwiches, and veggie-only sandwiches.

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Hardee’s

Hardee’s is an American fast-food chain under CKE Restaurants Holdings, Inc., mainly found in the Southern and Midwestern U.S. Established in 1961 in North Carolina, it changed ownership in 1997 when CKE, the parent company of Carl’s Jr., acquired it for $327 million from Imasco Limited. The merger formed a chain of 3,828 restaurants, including 3,152 Hardee’s outlets in 40 states and 10 foreign countries, along with 676 Carl’s Jr. outlets, mainly in California. Hardees has been in the competition for over 60 years and persists in providing some of the best and most authentic burgers in Pakistan. When it comes to fast food, Hardees is an absolute steal with its extensive burger menu. Their service is quick, and their food is freshly made to ensure the highest quality.

Ratings

As of today when this article is compiled, here are the current ratings posted by customers through MacDonald App available on Google Play Store App, iOS App Store and also Google Reviews posted on Dolmen Mall branch, being the brand’s flagship outlet.

Hardee’s Outlets in Pakistan

Hardee’s has 25+ restaurants in Pakistan spreading over cities like Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Peshawar, Gujranwala, and others.

Owner

Hardee’s in Pakistan is owned and operated by MDS Foods (Pvt) Limited, a subsidiary of the Super Asia Group. The Super Asia Group is a diversified Pakistani conglomerate with interests in retail, food, and real estate. Sohail Yousaf serves as the CEO of MDS Food (PVT) Ltd. and is the owner of Hardee’s.

Famous Menu Items at Hardee’s in Pakistan

As per Tashheer’s thorough customer data analysis, these are the top 6 customer-favorite menu items at Hardee’s in Pakistan known for both popularity and high sales:

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Dominos

Domino’s Pizza was founded in Pakistan in 2004. The first Domino’s Pizza restaurant opened in Karachi, Pakistan. Domino’s is a big pizza restaurant chain from America. It started in 1960 and is owned by Domino’s Pizza, Inc. The CEO is Russell Weiner, and the company is based in Michigan. In 2018, there were about 15,000 Domino’s stores globally with many in the United States, India, Pakistan, and the United Kingdom. Domino’s has stores in over 83 countries and 5,701 cities worldwide. Domino’s has grown rapidly to become one of the leading pizza chains in Pakistan, attracting the taste buds of pizza lovers nationwide. Their menu is a sensory overload with a variety of tasty pizzas made with high-quality ingredients. According to recent research conducted by Tashheer, Dominos secures the 5th position among the best Pakistani fast-food Brands famous for delivering taste and quality.

Dominos Outlets in Pakistan

Since 2004, the company has expanded to over 62 outlets in over 18 cities across Pakistan. Domino’s Pizza is now one of the leading pizza chains in Pakistan.

Ratings

As of today when this article is compiled, here are the current ratings posted by customers through MacDonald App available on Google Play Store App, iOS App Store and also Google Reviews posted on Dolmen Mall branch, being the brand’s flagship outlet.

Owner

In Pakistan Faisal Munshi is the Owner of Dominos.

Famous Menu Items at Domino’s in Pakistan

Here is the list of the top famous Pizza flavors at Domino’s

From traditional options to unique and innovative flavors, Domino’s provides a pizza for every craving.

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Pizza Hut

Pizza Hut™ surprised everyone in Pakistan when it opened in 1993 in Karachi. Pizza Hut is an American multinational restaurant chain and worldwide franchise founded in 1958 in Wichita, Kansas by Dan and Frank Carney. As of 2020, the chain, based in Plano, Texas, operated 17,639 restaurants globally. Yum! Brands, Inc. owns it. Pizza Hut is Pakistan’s sixth greatest fast-food chain made its name as one of the first recognized pizzerias and continues to enjoy enduring popularity. Pizza Hut started on May 31, 1958, by two brothers, Dan and Frank Carney, who were students at Wichita State. It began as a single restaurant in Wichita, Kansas. Pizza Hut in Pakistan has a large menu with a variety of flavors, toppings, and crust variations to suit a wide range of tastes. There is a pizza for every pizza lover’s palate, from classic options to inventive combinations.

Ratings

As of today when this article is compiled, here are the current ratings posted by customers through MacDonald App available on Google Play Store App, iOS App Store and also Google Reviews posted on Dolmen Mall branch, being the brand’s flagship outlet.

Outlets in Pakistan

It is the biggest and fastest-growing fast-food chain in Pakistan with more than 100 restaurants. Located in major cities and towns throughout the country including Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Faisalabad, Multan, Hyderabad, Gujranwala, Peshawar, Sargodha, and Sukkur.

Owner

Pizza Hut Pakistan is owned and operated by MCR Pakistan, a leading restaurant management company in the country.

Famous Menu Items at Pizza Hut in Pakistan

In Tashheer’s in-depth research and analysis on top fast-food restaurants, Pizza Hut offers a variety of famous pizza flavors including:

The menu has grown over time ensuring that customers have a wide range of pizza options.

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Burger King

Burger King Corporation, established in 1953 as Insta-Burger King, is an American multinational hamburger fast-food chain. After financial challenges, it was acquired in 1959 by franchisees David Edgerton and James McLamore, becoming “Burger King.” Over the years, ownership changed multiple times, with a significant restructuring by 3G Capital in 2010. Subsequently, 3G and Berkshire Hathaway merged Burger King with Tim Hortons, forming Restaurant Brands International. A big burger chain, the second-largest globally started in Pakistan in 2013. They are known for their original recipes and the famous “Whopper” serving genuine burgers for over 50 years. Burger King began operating in Pakistan in 2013, starting from Lahore.

Ratings

As of today when this article is compiled, here are the current ratings posted by customers through MacDonald App available on Google Play Store App, iOS App Store and also Google Reviews posted on Dolmen Mall branch, being the brand’s flagship outlet.

Outlets in Pakistan

As of Tashheer Research conducted on October 2023, Burger King has over 70 outlets in Pakistan. These outlets are located in major cities and towns throughout the country, including Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Faisalabad, Multan, Hyderabad, Gujranwala, Peshawar, Sargodha, and Sukkur.

Owner

Burger King is owned by Restaurant Brands International (RBI), a global restaurant holding company that also owns Popeyes and Tim Hortons.

Famous Menu Items at Burger King in Pakistan

According to Tashheer, these are the top famous Burger King menu items in Pakistan:

Burger King has burgers for every taste from classic to unique. They also offer tasty fries and fresh salads for a lighter choice.

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Howdy

Howdy is a popular American-style casual dining restaurant chain in Pakistan. It is known for its juicy burgers, grilled meats, and other classic American comfort food. Howdy is a trendsetter in Pakistan, bringing you genuine gourmet burgers cooked or grilled with real charcoal for that authentic flavor. Enjoy fantastic burgers, steaks, sandwiches, and more at Howdy, all at affordable prices. Each outlet has a fun and inviting atmosphere for a delightful guest experience. Apart from tasty food, HOWDY! wants to create a friendly vibe with a’see-thru kitchen’ and live cooking inspired by Old West Cowboys. Feel the lively ambiance every time you visit. Howdy is a popular Pakistani fast-food chain, was founded in 2000 and its inaugural restaurant opened in Karachi.

Ratings

As of today when this article is compiled, here are the current ratings posted by customers through MacDonald App available on Google Play Store App, iOS App Store and also Google Reviews posted on Dolmen Mall branch, being the brand’s flagship outlet.

Outlets in Pakistan

There are 5 Howdy outlets in different cities in Pakistan. In Lahore city it has 4 outlets located at different locations and one outlet in Islamabad.

Owner

Howdy restaurants in Pakistan are owned and operated by Rarepakistan, a company founded by Ameer Khan in 2013

Famous Menu Items at Howdy in Pakistan

Here, Tashheer combined the five most popular food items among youngsters:

Howdy offers a variety of burgers including the Classic Cheeseburger, the Bacon Cheeseburger, the Mushroom and Swiss Burger, and the BBQ Chicken Burger. All of the burgers are made with fresh, high-quality ingredients and are cooked to order.

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