The 20 most successful fast-food chains in America
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QSR Magazine just released its annual ranking of the top fast-food chains in the US.
The chains are ranked by US systemwide sales in 2016.
Check out the companies that raked in the most cash last year.
20. Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
2016 U.S. systemwide sales: $3.1 billion
Why it's hot: In February, the owner of Burger King and Tim Hortons, Restaurant Brands International, announced it would buy Popeyes for $1.8 billion. The chicken chain is willing to think outside the box, introducing fried chicken tenders coated in a shortbread cookie breading to the menu in June.
19. Jack in the Box
2016 U.S. systemwide sales: $3.5 billion
Why it's hot: Jack in the Box dominates the late-night fast-food game. According to Foursquare data, 17% of Jack in the Box's customers visited between the hours of 10 p.m. and 4 a.m., reported QSR Magazine. That's the second-highest proportion of late-night customers in the industry, with the No. 1 spot occupied by stoner classic White Castle.
18. Little Caesars
2016 U.S. systemwide sales: $3.5 billion
Why it's hot: Little Caesars is the third-largest pizza chain by sales in the US, after Pizza Hut and Domino's. Unlike its competitors, it serves Detroit-style pizza — a square, deep-dish version of the traditional pizza pie.
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