America runs on Dunkin’, or so the saying goes. But when it comes to fast food, what reigns supreme in the hearts (and stomachs) of the nation? The answer, as always, is subjective. But the USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice…
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America runs on Dunkin’, or so the saying goes. But when it comes to fast food, what reigns supreme in the hearts (and stomachs) of the nation? The answer, as always, is subjective. But the USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards recently aimed to settle the debate, at least for now.
This year, fast food fans cast their votes for their favorite quick-service restaurants across the country. The ballots are in, and the results are about to be revealed!
The 10Best Awards encompass a variety of fast food categories, but we’ll share the most important.

Best Fast Food Restaurant
1. Del Taco
2. KFC
3. Chick-fil-A
4. In-N-Out Burger
5. Hardee’s
6. Captain D’s
7. Taco Bell
8. Popeye’s
9. Zaxby’s
10. Arby’s
Remember those epic burger battles earlier this summer? The ones where readers debated the merits of melty cheese, perfectly cooked patties, and secret menu hacks? The wait is over to see which burger king (or queen) will be crowned champion.
Best Fast Food Burger
1. Double Char – The Habit Burger Grill
2. Double-Double – In-N-Out Burger
3. BBQ Rodeo Burger – BurgerFi
4. Jumbo Jack Cheeseburger – Jack in the Box
5. Cheeseburger – Five Guys
6. Double Meat Whataburger – Whataburger
7. ButterBurger Cheese, Double – Culver’s
8. Whopper – Burger King
9. Double Western Bacon Cheeseburger – Carl’s Jr.
10. The 1921 Slider – White Castle
But burgers aren’t the only all-stars of the fast food world. We might also see fried chicken chains clucking their way to the top, with readers recognizing their perfectly seasoned birds and crispy coatings.
Best Fast Food Breakfast
1. Biscuitville
2. Del Taco
3. Jack in the Box
4. McDonald’s
5. Dunkin’
6. Hardee’s
7. Chick-fil-A
8. Whataburger
9. Krystal
10. Farmer Boys
Who knows, perhaps a taco titan will take the spicy crown, or a vegetarian favorite will win over hearts (and appetites) with its innovative meatless options.
To see the full list, head over to the USA Today 10Best to see the other category winners. You might be surprised by the top contenders, or you might find your own favorites reflected in the rankings.