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Subway was the leading quick service restaurant (QSR) found on food delivery platforms in Australia, with over online restaurants across various platforms as of 2022. McDonald’s and KFC were also fighting for the top spot, but had slightly fewer online restaurants on major meal delivery platforms. Nonetheless, McDonald's and KFC may have a greater overall presence due to offering delivery through their own websites, not just exclusively on meal delivery websites and apps.

Quick service restaurants in Australia

QSRs are popular among Australian consumers due to their low-cost, convenient meals served at a fast pace. New South Wales stands out as Australia's fast food hub, home to the highest number of stores for major chains like Subway, McDonald's, and Domino's Pizza. As of 2025, sandwich chain Subway had over *** stores in New South Wales alone, contributing to a total of stores nationwide. Similarly, Domino's Pizza operated over *** stores in New South Wales in 2025, the largest share of its total store network. This concentration of QSRs in New South Wales underscores the state's significance in the country's fast food market.

Evolving consumer preferences

While fast food remains popular in Australia, consumer preferences are shifting towards healthier options, and customers have higher sustainability expectations of QSRs such as donating unused food to charities, using recyclable packaging, and sourcing produce locally. QSRs are starting to adapt by offering more diverse menus and focusing on sustainability initiatives. As consumers become more health-conscious, QSRs that can provide healthier alternatives while maintaining convenience and affordability are likely to find success in the evolving market.