Whether you’re craving a juicy smash burger or a hot sausage roll, Britain is home to some amazing fast food brands that even rival the global giants. From the ubiquitous restaurants found in every airport, service station and high street to the lesser-known chains with a cult status and staunchly loyal fans, we take a look at the best British homegrown fast food chains of all time, counting down to the most iconic of all.

Click or scroll through our gallery to discover our countdown of Britain's greatest fast food chains. How many have you tried?

We've based our ranking on the enduring popularity of each restaurant, and on the opinions of our well-travelled (and well-fed) team. The list is unavoidably subjective.​