UAE is known for its fast-food spots. Though you will find a lot of Michelin-starred restaurants in UAE (especially in Dubai), there is something unique to fast-food chains that attracts you. Right from gourmet burgers to fried chicken, you will find it all on the menu of a QSR. We have a list where you get to know about 7 most popular fast food in UAE.
Without further ado, go through the list and see how many of these QSR dishes you have tasted. Also, let us know which one is your favorite.
Thickburgers® from Hardee’s
Hardee’s is an American fast-food chain of restaurants that was founded in 1960 and its star product is burgers. This fast-food brand serves mainly in different regions of the USA and in many Middle Eastern countries. If you are in UAE and craving for scrumptious & uniquely made burger, then you can head to one of the Hardee’s near you.
Hardee’s Menu: Thickburgers®, Chargrilled Burgers, Hand-Breaded Chicken, Star Veggie, Sides & Desserts, & Beverages
Hardee’s USP
- It has great alternatives for health-conscious people; like carbs & gluten-free products
- Find something different, like Buffalo Chicken Sandwich, etc.
Signature World Famous Dish: Thickburgers®
Fried Chicken from KFC
If there is one restaurant that comes into your mind when you think about fried chicken, is KFC. There are a lot of varieties of chicken dishes you can eat on KFC’s menu. This restaurant chain is present across 150 countries and has a loyal fan base in every corner of the world. By far this is one in the list of 7 most popular fast food in the UAE.
KFC’s Menu: Sandwiches & Wraps, Cheetos Chicken, Fried Chicken Bucket, Rizo (chicken breast fillet with rice), Cookies, Chicken Hot Wings, Fries, Chicken Popcorn, Beverages, etc.
KFC’s USP
- You will find a lot of product options (something not common to a QSR fast-food chain)
- It customizes the menu by adapting to the local taste of a country to serve the local population better
Signature World Famous Dish: Zinger Burgers & Fried Chicken Bucket
Pizzas from Domino’s
Which brand has become synonymous with pizzas? Yes, it is Domino’s. This fast-food retail chain came alive in 1960 and since then it has spread its outlets to more than 80 countries. It has an extensive range of pizzas and sides which you can easily order from food delivery apps like Noon Foods. Domino’s is one of the top 10 fast-food restaurants in Dubai & other UAE regions.
Domino’s Menu: Pizzas, Stuffed Garlic Bread, Bread Sticks, Potato Wedges, Drinks, Cinnamon Sticks, Crownies, Chocolate Lava Souffle, etc.
USP
- Dominos never stops innovating; now and then, you will find something new on its menu
- Apart from pizzas, the sides served are also super amazing
- The brand comes up with unique & customer friendly marketing campaigns
Signature World Famous Dish: Made-to-Order Pizza
Philly Steaks from Charleys Philly Steaks
This is one of the fastest-growing QSRs in the world. Formerly, it was known as Charley’s Grilled Subs and it has a wide range of chicken subs. You can find a lot of cheesesteak options on this quick-service restaurant’s menu. The unique dishes served at Charleys Philly Steaks make it one of the 7 most popular fast food in UAE.
Charley’s Philly Steaks Menu: Cheesesteak Sandwiches, Gourmet Fries, Salads, Soft Drinks, Lemonade, Cookies, Cheesecake, etc.
Charley’s Philly Steaks USP
- It serves no fillers choice cuts steak, including USDA choice steak
- It has no fillers chicken with white meat
- The entire lemonade range is made with fresh fruits and canned sugar
- Only fresh ingredients go into the making of every item on the menu
Signature World Famous Dish: Philly Cheesesteaks
Fried Chicken from ChicKing
This fast-food chain of restaurants is based in Dubai, UAE itself. It came alive in 2000 and in 24 years of operations, the chain of restaurants has spread to 27+ countries. There are more than 230 outlets of this brand, across 27+ countries.
The entire menu of this QSR chain is built around chicken and you cannot go wrong with it. This is the reason ChicKing is at the top of the 7 most popular fast food in the UAE list. Apart from that, you will also find refreshing and uniquely made mocktails at the brand’s outlet.
ChicKing Menu: Burgers, Wraps, Chicken & Strips Meal, ChicKing Pizza, Rice & Salads, Sides, Desserts, Drinks, Pinoy Delights, etc.
ChicKing USP
- This is the very first fully ‘HALAL’ quick-service chain restaurants
- The menu is inspired by the taste cultures of different countries globally
- You can download the ChicKing app and order your food on the go
Signature World Famous Dish: Fried Chicken
Burgers from McDonald’s
McDonald’s is one of the best fast-food chains that you can go to with your family. Kids love being here because they can get Happy Meals at this brand’s outlet. The food here, especially burgers, is to die for. Apart from McDonald’s, you can also enjoy the special coffee & snacks menu served at McCafé. This is one of the most popular fast foods in Dubai and other UAE regions.
McDonald’s Menu: Breakfast, Burgers, Chicken & Sandwich, Snacks & Sides, Desserts, Beverages, Rice Bowl, Everyday Delight, etc.
McDonald’s USP
- This brand also has another brand named McCafé where you can get the entire range of coffee (hot chocolate, mocha, latte, Americano, espresso, cappuccino, etc.) and some delicious snacks (sugar donuts, skinny blueberry muffins, cheese croissants, etc.)
- You get amazing goodies in Happy Meals
Signature World Famous Dish: Big Mac™ Burgers
PERi-PERi Chicken from Nando’s
Nando’s is a multinational fast food retail chain restaurant that is based out in South Africa. The brand has a presence in 30 countries and operates 1200+ outlets across 30 countries. It is this brand that has introduced us to flame-grilled chicken and the real taste of PERi-PERi. If you are interested in sneaking a taste of the ever-famous PERi-PERi Chicken of Nando’s, then you can order it online from Careem Foods.
Nando’s Menu: Breakfast, Appetisers, Salads, PERi-PERi Chicken, Burgers, Pitas, Wraps, PERi-PERi Veg, Sides, Desserts, Designer Drinks, Milkshakes, Juice, Soft Drinks, Hot Drinks
Nando’s USP
- Chicken served at Nando’s is quite healthy and delicious
- It has a large spread of dishes, especially in the drinks section
- Peri-Peri of Nando’s is the best one in the world
Signature World Famous Dish: Portuguese flame-grilled peri-peri style chicken
Last Words
Quick service restaurants have a very specific menu and a unique taste which is hard to find at other restaurants. This is the reason that QSRs have become so popular globally. If you are based in the UAE, you can get food delivered from QSR at discounted prices by using promo codes for the Noon Food delivery app.