This list includes 22 Fast food chains that start with G, from “Garbanzo (Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh)” to “Guzman y Gomez”. These brands range from Mediterranean bowls to tacos, burgers and quick-service coffee. You can use this list for travel planning, research, blogging or initial franchise scouting.

Fast food chains that start with G are quick-service or fast-casual brands whose names begin with the letter G. A notable example, Guzman y Gomez, began in Australia and helped popularize fast-casual Mexican across the Asia–Pacific.

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

Name: The chain’s common trading name, so you can quickly identify brands and search for them online.

Country of origin: The country where the brand began, helping you understand regional roots, menu influences, and expansion patterns.

Year founded: The year the business started, useful for judging a brand’s longevity and growth stage.

Number of locations: Approximate outlet count globally or by region, which you use to gauge a brand’s scale and reach.

Primary cuisine/type: The main food category or service style, so you know whether it focuses on burgers, tacos, bowls, coffee, or similar items.

Official website: The brand’s website link, letting you check menus, locations, franchise details, and current promotions directly.

Status/notes: Operating status, ownership changes, recent developments, and any important caveats you should consider.

Fast food chains that start with G

Name Country of origin Year founded Number of locations Description
Greggs United Kingdom 1939 2,200 (UK & Ireland) Bakery-led quick-service chain: sandwiches, sausage rolls, coffee. Website: https://www.greggs.co.uk. Active; strong UK presence. Numbers approx. Last checked: 2025-11
Gong Cha Taiwan 2006 1,500 (global) Bubble-tea quick-service brand offering tea, milk tea and toppings. Website: https://www.gong-cha.com. Active; large presence across Asia, Australia, Americas. Numbers approx. Last checked: 2025-11
Giraffas Brazil 1981 400 (Brazil & Latin America) Brazilian fast-food chain specializing in burgers, grilled meats and combo meals. Website: https://www.giraffas.com.br. Active; major in Brazil and regional franchises. Numbers approx. Last checked: 2025-11
Guzman y Gomez Australia 2006 200 (global) Mexican fast-food/takeaway: tacos, burritos, bowls. Website: https://www.guzmanygomez.com. Active; strong Australia footprint, expanding internationally. Numbers approx. Last checked: 2025-11
Grom Italy 2003 70 (global) Premium gelato chain and cafes. Website: https://www.grom.it. Active; based in Italy with outlets across Europe and select global locations. Numbers approx. Last checked: 2025-11
Grido Helado Argentina 2000 1,400 (Argentina & Latin America) Ice-cream kiosk/quick-service chain known for affordable gelato. Website: https://www.gridohelado.com.ar. Active; very large Argentine footprint and regional expansion. Numbers approx. Last checked: 2025-11
Godfather’s Pizza United States 1973 420 (US) Pizza and delivery-focused quick-service chain. Website: https://www.godfathers.com. Active; primarily US franchised restaurants. Numbers approx. Last checked: 2025-11
Golden Chick United States 1967 200 (US) Fried-chicken quick-service franchise offering sandwiches, tenders and sides. Website: https://www.goldenchick.com. Active; regional US presence. Numbers approx. Last checked: 2025-11
Golden Krust United States 1976 120 (US) Caribbean bakery/quick-service specializing in Jamaican patties, roti and patties. Website: https://goldenkrust.com. Active; concentrated in US cities with Caribbean communities. Numbers approx. Last checked: 2025-11
Genghis Grill United States 1998 80 (US) Fast-casual Mongolian-grill build-your-own bowls concept. Website: https://www.genghisgrill.com. Active; franchised in US and select international markets. Numbers approx. Last checked: 2025-11
Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken United States 1953 54 (US & international) Southern-style fried chicken quick-service chain known for spicy batter. Website: https://www.gusfriedchicken.com. Active; US-based with some international locations. Numbers approx. Last checked: 2025-11
Grill’d Australia 2004 220 (Australia) Gourmet burger quick-service chain focusing on fresh ingredients. Website: https://www.grilld.com.au. Active; prominent across Australia. Numbers approx. Last checked: 2025-11
Garbanzo (Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh) United States 2004 50 (US) Mediterranean fast-casual: hummus bowls, salads, pitas. Website: https://eatgarbanzo.com. Active; regional US presence. Numbers approx. Last checked: 2025-11
Great American Cookies United States 1977 200 (global) Mall kiosk quick-service chain selling cookies, brownies and treats. Website: https://www.greatamericancookies.com. Active; mall-focused presence, franchised. Numbers approx. Last checked: 2025-11
Gatti’s Pizza United States 1964 100 (US) Pizza and delivery/takeout chain with regional locations in the US. Website: https://www.gattispizza.com. Active; primarily southern US markets. Numbers approx. Last checked: 2025-11
Gloria Jean’s Coffees United States 1979 700 (global) Coffeehouse quick-service chain: espresso, brewed coffee and snacks. Website: https://www.gloriajeans.com. Active; strong presence in Australia and Asia as well as global franchising. Numbers approx. Last checked: 2025-11
Gold Star Chili United States 1965 100 (US) Cincinnati-style chili quick-service/fast-casual chain offering chili, coneys and burgers. Website: https://www.goldstarchili.com. Active; regional in Ohio and nearby states. Numbers approx. Last checked: 2025-11
Good Times Burgers & Frozen Custard United States 1987 33 (US) Regional quick-service burgers and frozen custard chain. Website: https://www.goodtimesburgers.com. Active; Colorado-based regional chain. Numbers approx. Last checked: 2025-11
Genki Sushi Japan 1990 200 (global) Conveyor-belt sushi quick-service chain offering sushi, bento and takeaway. Website: https://www.genkisushi.com. Active; presence across Asia, US and Oceania. Numbers approx. Last checked: 2025-11
Goody’s (Goody’s Burger House) Greece 1973 200 (Greece & Cyprus) Greek fast-food burger chain with sandwiches, fries and local specialties. Website: https://www.goody’s.gr. Active; major player in Greece and nearby markets. Numbers approx. Last checked: 2025-11
Golden Spoon Frozen Yogurt United States 1983 40 (US & regional) Frozen-yogurt quick-service franchise (mall and street locations). Website: https://www.goldenspoon.com. Active; US regional presence. Numbers approx. Last checked: 2025-11
Gourmet Burger Kitchen United Kingdom 2001 60 (UK & international) Burger-focused chain (fast-casual); note: primarily casual/fast-casual dining. Website: https://www.gbk.co.uk. Active; listed here as commonly recognized but some locations operate as sit-down restaurants. Numbers approx. Last checked: 2025-11

Descriptions

Greggs
Gong Cha
Giraffas
Guzman y Gomez
Grom
Grido Helado
Godfather’s Pizza
Golden Chick
Golden Krust
Genghis Grill
Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken
Grill’d
Garbanzo (Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh)
Great American Cookies
Gatti’s Pizza
Gloria Jean’s Coffees
Gold Star Chili
Good Times Burgers & Frozen Custard
Genki Sushi
Goody’s (Goody’s Burger House)
Golden Spoon Frozen Yogurt
Gourmet Burger Kitchen
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