These Fast Food Brands Had the Most U.S. Locations in 2022

This graphic provides an overview of America’s fast food landscape, as of 2022. 

Subway is the only brand with over 20,000 locations, even after a net reduction of 576 stores in 2022. The company is transforming its image, with 3,600 stores being remodeled in 2023.  

Starbucks is also going through a major shift as a result of post-pandemic trends. This includes a greater focus on drive-thru locations, as well as overall speed & efficiency.

Lastly there’s McDonald’s, which grew its U.S. footprint for the first time in 8 years. The brand has grown its global sales by nearly $20 billion since the beginning of the pandemic, even after exiting Russia in 2022.