This list includes 20 Fast food chains that start with K, from “K’s Hamburger” to “Kyochon Chicken”. They range from single-shop local brands to international chains, covering burgers, fried chicken, coffee, and more. Use this list to find restaurants, plan travel stops, or research franchise opportunities worldwide quickly.

Fast food chains that start with K are restaurants or franchise brands that focus on quick service and standardized menus. Many reflect regional tastes, for example Kyochon Chicken’s Korean-style fried chicken which has become globally popular.

Below you’ll find the table with Name, Country, Year founded, Locations, Primary cuisine/type, Official website, and Status/notes.

Name: The chain’s common name as used publicly; use it to search, compare entries, or spot brands you know.

Country of origin: The nation where the brand began, useful to assess regional styles and likely menu influences.

Year founded: The year the first restaurant opened, helping you judge a brand’s history and market maturity.

Number of locations: Estimated global or regional store count, so you can see size and geographic reach quickly.

Primary cuisine/type: The main food or service style, which helps you find chains matching your taste or research needs.

Official website: Direct link to the brand’s site for menus, locations, and corporate information you may want to verify.

Status/notes: Short updates about current presence, recent changes, or special franchise details that help your quick assessment.

Fast food chains that start with K

NameCountry of originFoundedLocations
KFCUnited States193027,000+
Krispy KremeUnited States19371,400+
KrystalUnited States1932~280 (Southeastern US)
Kyochon ChickenSouth Korea19911,300+
Kebab Turki Baba RafiIndonesia20031,300+
Kenny Rogers RoastersUnited States1991~150 (Primarily Asia)
Kwik TripUnited States1965800+ (Midwest US)
Kum & GoUnited States1959~400 (Midwest & West US)
Kung Fu TeaUnited States2010350+
KotipizzaFinland1987~300 (Finland)
King PieSouth Africa1993~300 (Southern Africa)
Kono To-GoItaly2002~130 (Global)
Kolache FactoryUnited States1982~60 (US)
Killer BurgerUnited States2010~20 (Pacific Northwest US)
Kua ‘AinaUnited States1975~10 (US, UK, Japan)
Kelly’s Roast BeefUnited States1951~10 (New England & Florida)
KooKooRooUnited States1988Unknown (Primarily Asia)
Krazy Karl’s PizzaUnited States2010~5 (Colorado)
Kati Roll CompanyUnited States2002~5 (US, UK)
K‘s HamburgerJapanUnknown~5 (Chiba, Japan)

Descriptions

KFC
Iconic American chain famous for its pressure-fried chicken, originally from Kentucky. A global giant operating on a franchise model. Website: kfc.com. Status: Active. Last checked: 2024-05.
Krispy Kreme
A global American chain known for its glazed doughnuts, often served hot from the line. Also offers a variety of coffee and beverages. Website: krispykreme.com. Status: Active. Last checked: 2024-05.
Krystal
An American chain from Tennessee, famous for its small, square “slider” hamburgers and late-night service. Primarily located in the Southeastern U.S. Website: krystal.com. Status: Active. Last checked: 2024-05.
Kyochon Chicken
A major South Korean chain famous for its double-fried chicken with signature soy-garlic or spicy sauces. It has expanded globally. Website: kyochon.com. Status: Active. Last checked: 2024-05.
Kebab Turki Baba Rafi
A massive Indonesian fast-food franchise, considered the world’s largest kebab chain. It primarily operates from carts and small outlets across Southeast Asia. Website: babarafi.com. Status: Active. Last checked: 2024-05.
Kenny Rogers Roasters
An American-founded chain specializing in rotisserie chicken. While largely gone from the U.S., it remains a popular casual dining/QSR brand across Asia. Website: kennyrogersroasters.com. Status: Active. Last checked: 2024-05.
Kwik Trip
An American convenience store chain with a major QSR offering called “Kwik Trip Kitchens,” serving hot food like fried chicken, pizza, and burgers. Website: kwiktrip.com. Status: Active. Last checked: 2024-05.
Kum & Go
An American convenience store chain featuring the “Kum & Go Kitchen” with made-to-order sandwiches, pizzas, and grain bowls for on-the-go customers. Website: kumandgo.com. Status: Active. Last checked: 2024-05.
Kung Fu Tea
An American-founded bubble tea franchise offering a wide variety of made-to-order tea, milk, and fruit drinks with classic tapioca pearls. Website: kungfutea.com. Status: Active. Last checked: 2024-05.
Kotipizza
Finland’s largest pizza chain, known for using fresh, local ingredients. It operates primarily on a franchise model throughout the country. Website: kotipizza.fi. Status: Active. Last checked: 2024-05.
King Pie
South Africa’s largest pie franchise, offering a wide variety of savory pies with fillings like steak, chicken, and pepper steak. A classic on-the-go meal. Website: kingpie.co.za. Status: Active. Last checked: 2024-05.
Kono To-Go
An Italian-founded QSR concept selling pizza, desserts, and breakfast items served in a portable, easy-to-eat cone. A global franchise. Website: konousa.com. Status: Active. Last checked: 2024-05.
Kolache Factory
A Houston-based fast-casual chain specializing in kolaches, a Czech pastry filled with fruits, meats, or cheeses. Operates on a franchise model. Website: kolachefactory.com. Status: Active. Last checked: 2024-05.
Killer Burger
A Portland, Oregon-based burger chain known for its heavily topped burgers, where bacon is a standard ingredient. It’s expanding via a franchise model. Website: killerburger.com. Status: Active. Last checked: 2024-05.
Kua ‘Aina
A Hawaiian-style burger and sandwich shop that originated on Oahu’s North Shore. Known for its lava-grilled burgers and fresh toppings. Website: kua-aina.com. Status: Active. Last checked: 2024-05.
Kelly’s Roast Beef
A Massachusetts-based chain famous for inventing the modern roast beef sandwich. Also serves fried clams, lobster rolls, and other New England fare. Website: kellysroastbeef.com. Status: Active. Last checked: 2024-05.
KooKooRoo
An American-founded chain specializing in flame-broiled chicken and healthy sides. Once popular in California, it is now mostly defunct in the US but maintains a presence in Asia. Status: Active (regionally). Last checked: 2024-05.
Krazy Karl’s Pizza
A popular pizza chain in Northern Colorado known for its creative pizzas, grinders, and late-night service, especially popular with local college students. Website: krazykarlspizza.com. Status: Active. Last checked: 2024-05.
Kati Roll Company
A quick-service restaurant specializing in authentic kati rolls, an Indian street food consisting of various fillings wrapped in paratha bread. Website: thekatirollcompany.com. Status: Active. Last checked: 2024-05.
K‘s Hamburger
A small, local hamburger chain in Chiba, Japan, beloved by locals for its fresh, high-quality ingredients and classic American-style burgers. Status: Active. Last checked: 2024-05.
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