Best Quick-Service Food Franchises in Australia
15 fast food franchise systems on file in Australia, ranked by network size. Quick-service food is the largest franchise category in Australia. Investment ranges and verified fees are drawn from the Australian Franchise Fee Index, all-in cost, not headline fees.
| # | Franchise | Category | Units | Investment (all-in) | Royalty | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Subway Australia | Quick-Service Food | 1,200 | $195K–$522K | 8.0% | Cost |
| 2 | McDonald's Australia | Quick-Service Food | 1,050 | $1.5M–$2.6M | 5.0% | Cost |
| 3 | KFC Australia | Quick-Service Food | 760 | $1.5M–$2.5M | 5.0% | Cost |
| 4 | Domino's Pizza Australia | Quick-Service Food | 730 | $400K–$850K | 7.0% | Cost |
| 5 | Hungry Jack's | Quick-Service Food | 440 | $500K–$1.2M | 5.0% | Cost |
| 6 | Red Rooster | Quick-Service Food | 360 | $400K–$800K | 5.0% | Cost |
| 7 | Zambrero | Quick-Service Food | 285 | Not published | 0.0% | Cost |
| 8 | Pizza Hut Australia | Quick-Service Food | 270 | $400K–$1.2M | 6.0% | Cost |
| 9 | AFC | Quick-Service Food | 227 | $66K–$85K | 0.0% | View |
| 10 | Guzman y Gomez | Quick-Service Food | 185 | $1.7M–$2M | 8.0% | Cost |
| 11 | Sushi Hub | Quick-Service Food | 181 | $400K–$800K | 0.0% | View |
| 12 | Sushi Sushi | Quick-Service Food | 180 | $345K–$595K | 0.0% | Cost |
| 13 | Oporto | Quick-Service Food | 170 | $450K–$900K | 6.0% | Cost |
| 14 | Soul Origin | Quick-Service Food | 170 | Not published | 0.0% | Cost |
| 15 | Gong Cha | Quick-Service Food | 159 | Not published | 0.0% | Cost |
Lowest entry on this list: AFC from $66,000 all-in. Investment figures are all-in establishment costs (Q2 2026 Fee Index). Rankings are directory listings, not endorsements, always verify fees against the disclosure document.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best fast food franchise in Australia?
The best fast food franchise depends on your budget, preferred format and local demand. This list ranks the most-established systems by network size; use the Fee Index for verified investment ranges and our location reports to see where competition is lowest.
How much does a fast food franchise cost in Australia?
Quick-Service Food franchises vary widely on all-in investment. See the Quick-Service Food category in the Australian Franchise Fee Index for the current verified median and range, and always confirm the all-in figure, including working capital, against the disclosure document.