The Complete List of Fast food chains That Start With H
This list includes 24 Fast food chains that start with H, from “HEYTEA” to “Häagen-Dazs”. They include global giants, regional favorites, dessert specialists, and beverage brands. Use it as a quick reference for consumers, travelers, food bloggers, researchers, and franchise hunters.
Fast food chains that start with H are quick-service restaurant brands whose public names begin with the letter H. One notable example, Häagen-Dazs, was given a European-sounding name to suggest old-world quality despite its New York origins.
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 official brand or trade name, so you can quickly identify and search for each chain.
Country of origin: The country where the chain began, which helps you understand its cultural roots and likely availability.
Year founded: The founding year, showing the brand’s age and helping you judge its maturity and history.
Number of locations: Estimated global or regional locations, letting you gauge the chain’s size and market presence.
Primary cuisine/type: The main food category or service style, so you know what to expect on the menu.
Official website: The corporate or franchise site you can visit for menus, locations, contact, or franchise information.
Status/notes: Current operational details such as active, franchising, regional limits, or other noteworthy context.
Fast food chains that start with H
Name
Country of origin
Year founded
Number of locations (global)
Hardee’s
United States
1960
1,800 estimate
Hungry Jack’s
Australia
1971
440 (Australia) estimate
Habit Burger Grill
United States
1969
350 estimate
Harvey’s
Canada
1959
270 (Canada) estimate
Häagen-Dazs
United States
1961
800 estimate
Hot Dog on a Stick
United States
1946
40 estimate
Hotto Motto
Japan
c.2000
1,200 (Japan) estimate
Hokka Hokka Tei
Japan
c.1980
1,000 (Japan) estimate
Hero Certified Burgers
Canada
2004
70 (Canada) estimate
Habib’s
Brazil
1988
480 (Brazil) estimate
HuHot Mongolian Grill
United States
1999
35 estimate
Hot Head Burritos
United States
2006
30 estimate
Hungry Howie’s
United States
1973
550 (U.S.) estimate
HEYTEA
China
2012
700 estimate
Honest Burgers
United Kingdom
2011
55 (UK) estimate
Honeygrow
United States
2012
40 estimate
Hollys Coffee
South Korea
1998
1,000 (South Korea) estimate
Halal Guys
United States
1990
300 estimate
Hot-Star Large Fried Chicken
Taiwan
1992
200 estimate
Hot ‘n Now
United States
c.1984
0
Hunt Brothers Pizza
United States
1991
6,000 (U.S.) estimate
Happy Lemon
China/Taiwan
2006
500 estimate
Herfy
Saudi Arabia
1981
475 estimate
Happy Joe’s
United States
1972
50 estimate
Descriptions
Hardee’s
American burger chain known for charbroiled burgers and breakfast; https://www.hardees.com; franchised/corporate (CKE Restaurants), strong U.S. presence; last-checked 2025-11
Hungry Jack’s
Australian Burger King franchise serving burgers and fries; https://www.hungryjacks.com.au; franchised, major Australian QSR; last-checked 2025-11
Mall-style corn dogs, lemonades and snacks; https://www.hotdogonastick.com; franchised/regional U.S. kiosks and outlets; last-checked 2025-11
Hotto Motto
Japanese take-out bento chain (prepared meals); https://www.hottomotto.com (JP); franchised, large Japan presence; last-checked 2025-11
Hokka Hokka Tei
Japanese bento/takeaway chain offering boxed meals; https://www.hokka-hokka-tei.co.jp; franchised, regional Japan chain; last-checked 2025-11
Hero Certified Burgers
Canadian burger chain focused on fresh ingredients and certified beef; https://www.heroburgers.ca; franchised, Canada-focused; last-checked 2025-11
Habib’s
Brazilian fast-food chain serving Middle Eastern-inspired fast fare (esfiha, kebabs); https://www.habibs.com.br; franchised, major in Brazil; last-checked 2025-11
HuHot Mongolian Grill
Fast-casual Mongolian grill with made-to-order bowls; https://www.huhot.com; franchised, U.S. regional chain; last-checked 2025-11
Hot Head Burritos
Fast-casual burrito chain with Tex-Mex bowls and tacos; https://www.hotheadburritos.com; franchised, regional U.S.; last-checked 2025-11
Hungry Howie’s
Pizza chain known for flavored crusts and delivery; https://www.hungryhowies.com; franchised, U.S.-focused; last-checked 2025-11
HEYTEA
Chinese quick-service tea/beverage brand famous for cheese tea; https://www.heytea.com; franchised/corporate, major China presence; last-checked 2025-11
Honest Burgers
UK fast-casual burger chain offering locally sourced burgers; https://www.honestburgers.co.uk; corporate with limited expansion/franchising; last-checked 2025-11
Bubble-tea and beverage quick-service chain offering specialty teas and snacks; https://www.happylemon.com; franchised/global presence, active in Asia; last-checked 2025-11
Herfy
Saudi-based fast-food chain serving burgers, fried chicken and Arabic fast fare; https://www.herfy.com; franchised/corporate, major GCC presence; last-checked 2025-11
Happy Joe’s
U.S. pizza and family-restaurant chain with takeout and delivery options; https://www.happyjoes.com; franchised/regional, fast-casual elements; last-checked 2025-11
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