This list includes 18 Fast food chains that start with R, from “R&B Tea” to “Runza”. They include beverage specialists, burger houses, fried‑chicken spots, and regional quick‑service favorites. Use it as a quick reference for travel planning, food writing, market research, or scouting franchises.

Fast food chains that start with R are restaurants whose trade names begin with R and focus on quick service. Many trace their roots to 20th-century roadside diners; for example, Runza is known for its Nebraska sandwich tradition.

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

Name: The chain’s common commercial name so you can quickly identify the brand or search for more details.

Country of origin: The country where the chain began, helping you understand its cultural roots and regional availability.

Year founded: The year the first location opened, giving you historical context and a sense of each chain’s longevity.

Locations: Estimated or reported site counts worldwide or by region, so you can gauge brand scale and market reach.

Cuisine/type: A short label of the menu focus, helping you know whether the brand is burgers, coffee, sandwiches, or other types.

Official website: An official URL where you can check menus, locations, and corporate details directly from the brand.

Status/notes: Current status, notable regional variations, or quick notes that help you interpret counts and availability.

Fast food chains that start with R

NameCountry of originYear foundedNumber of locations (global/estimate)
Raising Cane’sUnited States1996750 (est., last checked 2025-11-01)
Red RoosterAustralia1972360 (est., last checked 2025-11-01)
Rita’s Italian IceUnited States1984600 (est., last checked 2025-11-01)
Round Table PizzaUnited States1959200 (est., last checked 2025-11-01)
RunzaUnited States194950 (est., last checked 2025-11-01)
Rubio’s Coastal GrillUnited States1983110 (est., last checked 2025-11-01)
Ramen NagiJapan200460 (est., last checked 2025-11-01)
Ramen Tatsu-YaUnited States200614 (est., last checked 2025-11-01)
Ramen KeisukeSingapore/Japan200430 (est., last checked 2025-11-01)
Rax Roast BeefUnited States19672 (est., last checked 2025-11-01)
Royal FarmsUnited States1959247 (est., last checked 2025-11-01)
RobeksUnited States199675 (est., last checked 2025-11-01)
Roti (Roti Modern Mediterranean)United States200780 (est., last checked 2025-11-01)
Rosati’s PizzaUnited States1964180 (est., last checked 2025-11-01)
Red Ribbon BakeshopPhilippines1979300 (est., last checked 2025-11-01)
Richeese FactoryIndonesia2003300 (est., last checked 2025-11-01)
RoyalteaChina2012500 (est., last checked 2025-11-01)
R&B TeaTaiwan20121,000 (est., last checked 2025-11-01)

Descriptions

Raising Cane’s
Chicken-finger-focused quick-service chain famous for a simple menu and Cane’s sauce; fast-growing U.S. franchise with increasing international expansion.
Red Rooster
Australian roast-chicken quick-service chain offering chicken meals and sides; regional national presence and part of Craveable Brands.
Rita’s Italian Ice
Seasonal quick-service chain known for Italian ice, custard and frozen treats; franchised footprint across the U.S. and some international locations.
Round Table Pizza
California-origin pizza quick-service/fast-casual chain known for sit-down and delivery pizza; regional U.S. franchised brand with decades-long history.
Runza
Midwestern quick-service chain centered on the Runza sandwich (meat-and-bread pocket); regional Nebraska-focused brand with loyal following.
Rubio’s Coastal Grill
Fast-casual seafood and taco chain known for fish tacos and coastal Mexican fare; primarily West Coast U.S. presence.
Ramen Nagi
Fukuoka-born ramen quick-service brand famed for rich tonkotsu broths and customizable bowls; expanded across Asia and select global cities.
Ramen Tatsu-Ya
Texas-origin ramen chain celebrated for its tonkotsu bowls and craft broths; regional U.S. fast-casual chain with cult following.
Ramen Keisuke
Japanese ramen concept that grew in Singapore with multiple themed ramen shops across Asia; quick-service ramen specialists.
Rax Roast Beef
Once-national roast-beef quick-service chain now reduced to a couple of legacy outlets; notable 1960s-origin brand.
Royal Farms
Mid-Atlantic convenience-store/quick-serve chain famous for fried chicken and wings; hybrid convenience and fast-food format.
Robeks
Smoothie and fresh-juice quick-service franchise offering blends, bowls and light snacks; U.S.-focused beverage chain.
Roti (Roti Modern Mediterranean)
Chicago-origin fast-casual Mediterranean chain serving wraps, bowls and kebabs; franchised and cafe locations in U.S. and abroad.
Rosati’s Pizza
Chicago-style pizza franchise with domestic and international outlets; fast-casual takeout and delivery pizza chain.
Red Ribbon Bakeshop
Philippine quick-service bakery and cake shop chain offering rolls, cakes and snacks; domestic leader with international franchise outlets.
Richeese Factory
Indonesian fast-food chain specializing in cheesy fried chicken and rice meals; prominent regional quick-service brand in Southeast Asia.
Royaltea
Chinese milk-tea/bubble-tea quick-service chain offering tea-based drinks and snacks; rapid franchising across Asia and global markets.
R&B Tea
Taiwanese bubble-tea chain with broad international expansion; specializes in milk teas, fruit teas and quick beverage service.
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