Looking for a quick bite or craving your favorite comfort food? The Philippines is home to a wide range of fast food chains—some homegrown, others international—that cater to every taste bud. Whether you love classic burgers, fried chicken, pizza, or local Pinoy flavors, this comprehensive directory will help you discover the top fast food spots in the country. Here’s your ultimate list of the top fast food chains in the Philippines in 2024, complete with their origins, best sellers, number of branches, and official contact info.
1. Jollibee
- Founded: 1978 by Tony Tan Caktiong in Quezon City
- Best Sellers: Chickenjoy, Jolly Spaghetti, Yumburger
- Branches: Over 1,500 worldwide
- Website: www.jollibee.com.ph
2. McDonald’s Philippines
- Founded: Entered the Philippines in 1981 (first branch in Morayta, Manila)
- Best Sellers: Chicken McDo, Burger McDo, McSpaghetti
- Branches: Over 700 nationwide
- Website: www.mcdonalds.com.ph
3. Chowking
- Founded: 1985 in the Philippines; acquired by Jollibee Foods Corporation in 2000
- Best Sellers: Chinese-style Fried Chicken, Chao Fan, Halo-Halo
- Branches: Over 600 nationwide
- Website: www.chowking.com
4. Mang Inasal
- Founded: 2003 in Iloilo City by Edgar “Injap” Sia
- Best Sellers: Chicken Inasal, Pork BBQ, Halo-Halo
- Branches: Over 570 nationwide
- Website: www.manginasal.com
5. KFC Philippines
- Founded: Entered the Philippines in 1967
- Best Sellers: Original Recipe Chicken, Zinger, Famous Bowl
- Branches: Over 300 nationwide
- Website: www.kfc.com.ph
6. Greenwich Pizza
- Founded: 1971 in Greenhills, San Juan
- Best Sellers: Overload Pizza, Lasagna Supreme, Chicken Wings
- Branches: Over 250 nationwide
- Website: www.greenwich.com.ph
7. Burger King Philippines
- Founded: Entered the Philippines in 1992
- Best Sellers: Whopper, 4-Cheese Whopper, Chicken King
- Branches: Over 100 nationwide
- Website: www.burgerking.com.ph
8. Starbucks Philippines
- Founded: Entered the Philippines in 1997 via Rustan Coffee Corporation
- Best Sellers: Caramel Macchiato, Java Chip Frappuccino, Cold Brew
- Branches: Over 400 nationwide
- Website: www.starbucks.ph
9. Yellow Cab Pizza Co.
- Founded: 2001 by Eric Puno, Henry Lee, and Albert Tan in Makati
- Best Sellers: New York’s Finest Pizza, Charlie Chan Chicken Pasta
- Branches: Over 200 worldwide
- Website: www.yellowcabpizza.com
10. Max’s Restaurant
- Founded: 1945 by Maximo Gimenez in Quezon City
- Best Sellers: Max’s Fried Chicken, Kare-Kare, Lumpiang Shanghai
- Branches: Over 170 nationwide and international locations
- Website: www.maxschicken.com