The United Kingdom fast food market reached approximately USD 29.07 Billion in 2024. The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.50% between 2025 and 2034, reaching a value of around USD 49.66 Billion by 2034.
Consumers are showing a growing preference for sustainable and ethical practices such as animal welfare, the environmental effects of food processing, and plastic usage. Quick-service restaurants are responding by incorporating sustainable or organic ingredients, employing eco-friendly packaging, and promoting plant-based fast-food items. The use of digital ordering kiosks and mobile app-based ordering has increased in fast-food establishments, leading to higher operational efficiency.
Market players are readily launching new food items to stay ahead of their competitors. For instance, Popeyes Louisiana Chicken, a fast-food joint in the UK, announced a menu featuring 22 new items such as breakfast rolls, muffins and sides, in February 2024.
Additionally, pizzas/pastas and Asian/Latin American food are expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.1% and 6.4% respectively between 2025-2034 owing to the increasing demand for diverse food products and rise in snacking habits.
United Kingdom Fast Food Market Growth
Growing demand for quick and convenient food items due to busy lives, expansion of the fast-food chain, and rising health awareness among consumers are some of the crucial market drivers. The demand for healthy fast-food items is on the rise which includes salads, wraps, and items that are low in calories, fat, and salt content.Consumers are showing a growing preference for sustainable and ethical practices such as animal welfare, the environmental effects of food processing, and plastic usage. Quick-service restaurants are responding by incorporating sustainable or organic ingredients, employing eco-friendly packaging, and promoting plant-based fast-food items. The use of digital ordering kiosks and mobile app-based ordering has increased in fast-food establishments, leading to higher operational efficiency.
Market players are readily launching new food items to stay ahead of their competitors. For instance, Popeyes Louisiana Chicken, a fast-food joint in the UK, announced a menu featuring 22 new items such as breakfast rolls, muffins and sides, in February 2024.
United Kingdom Fast Food Industry Segmentation
“United Kingdom Fast Food Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034” offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:Market Breakup by Product Type
- Pizza/Pasta
- Burgers/Sandwiches
- Asian/Latin American Food
- Others
Market Breakup by End Use
- Full-Service Restaurants
- Quick Service Restaurants
- Others
Market Breakup by Region
- England
- Wales
- Scotland
- Northern Ireland
United Kingdom Fast Food Market Share
Based on product type, thefast food marketis divided into pizza/pasta, burgers/sandwiches, and Asian/Latin American food, among others. Burgers/sandwiches are expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.9% between 2025-2034 due to their flavours, broad range of products, and the ability to personalise them as per the person's preferences and dietary requirements. Moreover, the widespread availability of these food items in popular fast-food chains such as McDonald's, Burger King, and Subway is also fuelling the segment growth.Additionally, pizzas/pastas and Asian/Latin American food are expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.1% and 6.4% respectively between 2025-2034 owing to the increasing demand for diverse food products and rise in snacking habits.
Leading Companies in the United Kingdom Fast Food Market
The market players are readily launching new fast-food items to gain a competitive edge in the market.- Domino's Pizza Inc.
- Yum! Brands, Inc.
- McDonald's Corp.
- Papa John's International, Inc.
- Subway IP LLC
- Restaurant Brands International Inc.
- Inspire Brands, Inc.
- Greggs plc
- PizzaExpress (Restaurants) Limited
- Krispy Kreme, Inc.
- Focus Brands LLC
- Wendy's International, LLC
- Little Caesar Enterprises, Inc.
- Others
Table of Contents
1 Executive Summary
2 Market Overview and Stakeholder Insights
3 Economic Summary
4 Country Risk Profiles
5 Europe Fast Food Market Overview
6 United Kingdom Fast Food Market Overview
7 United Kingdom Fast Food Market by Product Type
8 United Kingdom Fast Food Market by End Use
9 United Kingdom Fast Food Market by Region
10 Market Dynamics
11 Competitive Landscape
Companies Mentioned
- Domino's Pizza Inc.
- Yum! Brands, Inc.
- McDonald's Corp.
- Papa John's International, Inc.
- Subway IP LLC
- Restaurant Brands International Inc.
- Inspire Brands, Inc.
- Greggs plc
- PizzaExpress (Restaurants) Limited
- Krispy Kreme, Inc.
- Focus Brands LLC
- Wendy’s International, LLC
- Little Caesar Enterprises, Inc.
Table Information
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 117 |
| Published | May 2025 |
| Forecast Period | 2025 - 2034 |
| Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 29.07 Billion |
| Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 49.66 Billion |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate | 5.5% |
| Regions Covered | United Kingdom |
| No. of Companies Mentioned | 13 |
