Pretzels are the only thing more German than sausages (especially when paired with a side of mustard and a liter of beer), which is why we want Ditsch to start opening German bakeries in the United States.

Since 1919, they've been creating pretzels, which may be found in Germany, Austria, France, and Switzerland. We're not talking about Auntie Anne's pretzels here; we're talking about the chewy, dark brown, glistening pretzels that come to mind when you think of Germany, and they're not just plain. Let's talk about their sandwiches: pizza pretzels, buttered pretzels, pretzels with ham, pretzels with seeds... These aren't your average sandwiches; they're created with pretzel dough rolls.

They also serve pizzas and a variety of croissants with fillings such as ham and cheese or cream cheese. Dessert croissants are also available, including chocolate cream-filled croissants, marzipan croissants, and nut and nougat croissants.

Founded: 1919

Country: Germany

Website: https://www.ditsch.de/

Quick is a fast-food restaurant in France that is essentially the French version of McDonald's or Burger King, but they do have those as well! A Quick's Giant sandwich is equivalent to a Big Mac from McDonald's.

Try Quick, the French version of McDonald's, if you don't want to venture too far from the traditional American fast-food menu. Quick's menu is fairly similar to that of McDonald's or Burger King. The Giant is essentially a Big Mac or Whopper on steroids. Two patties are sandwiched between the buns and topped with lettuce, onions, and sauce, separated by a piece of cheese. Magic Boxes, the French equivalent of Happy Meals, are also available.

More than 400 eateries have opened in the last four decades. There are a few notable differences among the menu items, which are similar to those seen at a regular burger joint. Customers salt their own orders, thus the fries will never be excessively salty. The menu changes frequently, and delicacies such as deep-fried cheese nuggets and beignets have been known to appear.

Founded: 1971

Country: France

Website: https://www.quick.fr/

Nordsee, a German fast-food chain, knows how to execute fast fish properly. Nordsee began in 1896 with the purpose of transporting fish from the ocean to the table as soon as possible, and it has continued to do so ever since.

The success of the German fast-food franchise Nordsee demonstrates that healthier fast-food alternatives can outperform their more traditional competitors. Customers can purchase raw and smoked fish, as well as hot dinners and sandwiches, from this seafood specialist. The company has a long and illustrious history, dating back to 1896 when it began supplying fish to Bremen restaurants, and currently has hundreds of franchises throughout Central and Eastern Europe. The majority of Nordsee locations are at transit hubs and city centers.

And we're still talking about incredibly fresh fish after more than a century. Customers at Nordsee can order everything from fish filets and sandwiches to bagels with lox, fried calamari, shrimp or flaked fish salads, BBQ lox wraps, and even sushi. That was only added in 2006, and before you start doubting their dedication to something as specialized as sushi, keep in mind that they are Germany's largest sushi distributor. That is how it is carried out.

Though most Americans associate fast food with burgers, Nordsee takes a different approach with a fish-focused menu. They have everything from pollock to salmon to cod to plaice. You can have your fish baked, grilled, steamed, or fried, depending on your preference. For healthy, sustainable meals, Nordsee tries to source fish from well-managed seas. It is Europe's largest seafood franchise, with over 400 sites across the continent.

Founded: 1896
Country: Germany
Website: https://www.nordsee.com/de/

In the United States, potatoes are a staple of fast-food restaurants, however, they're usually used as fries. Fries are excellent, but Spudulike, a UK-based brand, takes potato serving to a whole new level.

The baked potato is the foundation of their entire menu. When it comes to ordering your baked potato, you can choose from a variety of fillings and toppings, such as chili con carne, cottage cheese and chives, prawn cocktail, chicken tikka, or the European staple tuna and sweet corn.

Not in the mood for a full baked potato? There's also a variety of salads topped with boiled and crushed potatoes that are quite tasty. A Greek feta salad, line-caught tuna, chicken Caesar, and even Parma ham are all served with delicious potatoes. Consider this the next time you order a side of fries with your meal.

Founded: 1974

Country: United Kingdom

Website: https://spudulikebyjamesmartin.com/

This Irish treasure began in Galway in 1978. Supermac's claim to fame is that it invented two Irish specialties before anybody else: curry chips, which are french fries drowned in curry sauce, and the snack box, which varies based on the order. Burgers, chicken, cod, fries, and Irish dairy ice cream are featured on the menu.

Supermac's is similar to McDonald's in Ireland... but better. They first started in Galway in 1978, and they're still run by Pat McDonagh, the man who came up with the concept.

So, what do they have that McDonald's doesn't? All of their beef is supplied from Ireland and is fully traceable, which is a major deal. There's a lot more to them than simply beef, chicken, and fish burgers; they also provide entire subs. Let's speak about fries... or, more accurately, chips. In 2017, Joe announced that they would be doing something revolutionary with their chips: hand-cutting them all in-store. They're also not your average chips; they're famed for their garlic, garlic and cheese, curry and cheese, and taco varieties.

Supermac's is a great place to go if you want a burger, but your kids or traveling companions want subs. Try their signature fries, which come slathered in curry and garlic, cheese and garlic, or taco meat.

Founded: 1978

Country: Ireland

Website: https://supermacs.ie/

Because of franchises like Taco Bell, Americans often have the option of a classic American menu or Mexican fare from fast-food chains. Variety, however, is the spice of life, which is why the United States must discuss Ireland's Abrakebabra. They're wonderful for lunch and even better after a few hours down at the pub, not only because they offer a whole different menu than what US customers are used to but also because they're great for dinner.

The first Abrakebabra restaurant opened in Rathmines, Dublin, in 1982, and the Doner Kebab was instantly popular with the Irish public. Abrakebabra's popularity has skyrocketed since its inception, and it can now be found in over 30 places around Ireland!

Abrakebabra is recognized for its delicious Kebabs, Burgers, Baguettes, Loaded Fries, and other dishes. Abrakebabra has been providing bold, flavorful food for over 38 years, from classics like the Doner Kebab and Taco Fries to new creations like Loaded Fries and Nude Kebabs. Loaded Fries are thick-cut, huge fries that form a bowl filled with pulled pork, curries, beer-battered onion rings, chicken tenders (with your choice of sauce), pizza toppings, or any taco topping you want. Are you tired of fries being your only option for a side dish? Try their cocktail sausages, as well as their hummus and pita bread.

Founded: 1982
Country: Ireland
Website: https://www.abrakebabra.com/

When it comes to hot sandwiches, are you tired of hamburgers and chicken sandwiches being your only options? They're stalwarts in the American fast-food industry, which is why we have no doubt that Americans will adore the alternatives available at Kochloffel, a German fast-food business.

Kochloffel began as a small family business in 1961 and has grown into a large family enterprise now run by the second generation. While you can get beef and chicken burgers at all of the 90 locations across the country, you can also get some fantastic seasoned chicken.

Traditional bratwurst with spicy mustard, fresh buns, and currywurst are all available. What exactly is currywurst? Sliced sausage with a curry sauce that is moderate, spicy, or fruity. If you enjoy Oktoberfest and classic German sausages, you'll undoubtedly agree that Kochloffel is a must-have in your life.

Founded: 1961

Country: Germany

Website: https://www.kochloeffel.de/

O'Briens has been making artisan sandwiches and barista coffee since 1988. O'Briens Irish Sandwich Cafe started in Ireland and now has outlets all over the world, except in the United States. Make sure to try one of their Irish ham sandwiches if you ever find yourself in one.

Let's start with their ham sandwiches made with Irish ham. They have a few, and if you've never tried Irish ham, you should know that the country takes its ham extremely seriously. They're also serious about serving up fresh sandwiches and salads, including some that aren't available in the United States. Herb and garlic mayo, cranberry relish, and Ballymaloe relish (tomatoes, sultanas, and vinegar) are all on the menu.

They'd also be bringing a sandwich version of Irish breakfast with them. A full Irish breakfast is calorie-dense and will leave you hungry for the rest of the day, but O'Briens serves a quick-and-easy version as a toastie with tomato, Ballymaloe relish, sausage, and bacon (which is actually a slice of ham, not American bacon). You can also buy your coffee here, making it a one-stop shop for a light, healthy, and quick lunch.

Founded: 1988

Country: Ireland

Website: https://www.obriens.ie/

Stop by Max Burgers if you're in Sweden and want a quick and great burger. They were one of Europe's first burger franchises, and their locations in Sweden continue to outperform McDonald's and Burger King. People are becoming more aware of what's in their food, as well as what that food is doing to the environment. Max, a burger establishment in Sweden, is already ahead of the game.

Trans fats, GMOs, antibiotics, and growth hormones are all absolutely absent from their goods, and their Delifresh menu goes even further. They provide low-carb, low-fat, low-salt, and low-GI alternatives, as well as being conscious of their environmental impact. They're the first company in the world to make climate-positive burgers, which means they've put in place procedures to offset 110 percent of their emissions from farm to waste. Planting trees accounts for a large portion of that offset, with over 700,000 trees planted in 2013.

They've won the award for most satisfied consumers in the country for more than a decade in a row, and that's no small feat.

Founded: 1968

Country: Sweden

Website: https://www.maxburgers.com/

Even among Europe's most gorgeous cities, Amsterdam is a little odd. That's a big difference. It's not strange, then, that they do fast food a little differently, courtesy to FEBO, a company founded in the Netherlands. FEBO is said to be ultra-fast because you're ordering, paying, and getting your already-ready food right from a giant wall.

Customers can buy hot dogs, burgers, bami, sausages, croquettes, fries, and other deep-fried delights from FEBO locations in a vending machine-style process. It all began in 1960 when J.I. de Borst combined the concepts of a snack bar with an automat to create this semi-questionable life choice automated wall. They're all over the Netherlands now, and they should be all over the United States as well. That's for two reasons: they're perfect for grabbing a quick bite to eat after leaving the pub, and they're an introvert's dream. Don't feel like striking up a conversation with the person behind the counter at any other fast food joint? Just go to FEBO, and you'll be fine.

Founded: 1941
Country: Netherlands
Website: https://www.febo.nl/

Hesburger's claim to fame isn't only their burgers; it's also their white cucumber mayonnaise, which is prepared on-site and served with all of their burgers.

While Hesburger may at first appear to be similar to McDonald's or Burger King, there are a few menu items that distinguish it. The Ruis Burger, for example, consists of a beef patty sandwiched between two slices of organic rye bread and topped with lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, two onion rings, and paprika mayonnaise. Hesburger is Finland's largest food chain, with 240 stores in Finland and 80 locations across the Baltics, four in Russia and three in Germany.

Hesburger's name is deceiving because they also serve kebabs - and, once again, it's the sauce that elevates them to new heights. The typical kebab sauce is a red pepper mayonnaise, and to demonstrate how much people enjoy their sauces, they say that employees can expect to make more than 1,000 liters of it throughout each work shift!

Hesburger also makes its own ketchup, producing approximately 2,200,000 pounds per year according to a top-secret recipe. Doesn't it sound great? Regrettably, you'll have to travel to Europe to obtain it. Hesburger is Finland's largest food chain, with 240 stores in Finland and 80 locations across the Baltics, four in Russia and three in Germany.

Founded: 1966

Country: Finland

Website: https://www.hesburger.fi/

Chicken Cottage knows its chicken, as the name implies, from grilled chicken to BBQ chicken to chicken sandwiches. It began in Wembley, North London, in 1994 but now has locations around the United Kingdom. The Lamb Quarter Pounder (a departure from the primarily chicken-centric menu), which is topped with cheese, a slice of gherkin, onions, and lettuce in a sesame seed bun, is one of the menu's standout items.

It's basically the European version of KFC. But this isn't your typical KFC, and you can have grilled chicken and — even better — grilled satay in addition to the traditional menu items. A wrap, a chicken burger meal, wings, and a combo are among the Satay options, which is a refreshing variation from the norm.

Let's say you're having a family meal at Chicken Cottage, and you're ordering out. You can certainly choose one of their family dinners, but it's how you can finish dinner - with no additional effort – that's truly great. You may certainly add a tub of ice cream in flavors such as bubblegum, fudge brownie, strawberry cheesecake, or a chocolate cookie dough dessert.

Founded: 1994
Country: United Kingdom
Website: https://chickencottage.com/

Telepizza is best described by one TripAdvisor review: "Not American. Not Italian. It's Spanish." Telepizza is the world's leading Mediterranean pizza company, known for its excellent, freshly prepared pizzas. Its own take on the classic and original pizza recipe has won it a legion of followers all over the world.

You can order from afar, as the name implies, and this pizza delivery service just has one goal: to bring your food as swiftly as possible. The less brave can choose mushroom or bacon pizza. However, Telepizza's attraction is very Spanish, and we're talking about some distinctly Spanish products. Why not try a tuna pizza? They've got it, for sure! Aside from pizza, there are pastas, calzones, salads, kebabs, hamburgers, and even bacon-wrapped hot dogs to choose from. Some of Telepizza's pizzas, such as the Four Cheese and Ham & Bacon pizzas, are also gluten-free. The brand began in Spain and has since grown to include locations throughout Europe, South America, and the United Arab Emirates.

Founded: 1987

Country: Spain

Website: https://www.telepizza.es/

YO! Sushi, launched in 1997 by British entrepreneur and former Dragon's Den star Simon Woodroffe, continues the healthy theme. They started in the United Kingdom and have since spread to Denmark, Dubai, France, Australia, and Saudi Arabia. Fresh sushi and other delectable foods are prepared in an open kitchen environment and then placed on the conveyor belt. As they pass by their table or seat, diners grab their favorites.

The business swiftly rose to prominence as a premier sushi restaurant, prompting supermarkets to carry packets of the popular snack and light meal on their shelves. YO! Sushi today serves over five million people per year across its 70 locations, with a menu that includes delectable soups, rice or noodle-based dishes, salads, tempura, and even spicy classics like Chicken Katsu Curry, Salmon Firecracker Rice, and Yakisoba noodles. There are almost 80 Japanese-inspired recipes in all.

Try the sashimi, but if you don't like it, there are additional meals like Kaiso Seaweed Ramen and Shiitake Mushroom Ramen. Furikake French fries, luscious gyoza, and sweet chocolate mochi are also available at YO! Sushi.

Founded: 1997
Country: United Kingdom
Website: https://yosushi.com/

Although the United States has its fair number of taco joints, nothing compares to O'Tacos. It was founded in 2007 and now has locations throughout France and Belgium... and it's not your usual taco joint.

Their menu appears to be very standard at first glance. You begin by selecting the size of taco you desire, followed by the meat of your choice. Cordon bleu, chicken tenders, and even falafel are among the many delicious options. Then, you choose your sauce, and this is where we start to depart from the traditional taco terrain. You can choose from Fuego, ketchup, huge burger, curry, Algerian, BBQ, or Chili Thai, and here's the catch: it'll go on fries, and then all of your fries will be wrapped up in your taco as well. Tacos with fries? Sure!

In addition to goat cheese, jalapeño, cheese nuggets, and a range of cheeses, O'Tacos has some really great toppings. If your taco doesn't come with enough fries, you can get some on the side as well. Wonderful!

Founded: 2007

Country: France

Website: https://o-tacos.com/