47 Best Fast Food Restaurants in Boston

“I recently visited a local hummus shop, and I have to say, their falafel is absolutely fantastic. Perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, each bite was full of flavor. The seasoning was spot-on, and paired with their fresh hummus, it was a match made in heaven. I highly recommend stopping by if you’re craving authentic and delicious falafel.“

“Got the braised beef - might need to keep getting the braised beef forever. Wasn't busy when I picked up. They should be with how good the food is.

Edit: Large size proportions have changed to 70% rice. Dropped a star“

“Birdies Hot Chicken is a locally owned spot that has quietly built one of the stronger reputations for fried chicken in the Boston area, and the tenders are where that reputation is easiest to understand.

The chicken comes out juicy and well crusted, with a batter that stays crispy without being thick or greasy, and the seasoning underneath does more work than most hot chicken spots bother with. The heat is the headline but the flavor is what keeps you coming back, and the two are balanced well enough that even at higher spice levels the chicken still tastes like something rather than just burning.

The spice levels are worth taking seriously. The extra hot is genuinely challenging and rewarding in equal measure if you have the tolerance for it, but the mid-range levels give you enough of the flavor profile to understand what the kitchen is doing without requiring a recovery period afterward.

The seasoned fries are a natural companion and hold up well alongside the tenders, and the sliders are worth knowing about if you want to build out a larger order across a few different formats.

The restaurant is clean and comfortable with a good energy and staff that moves quickly without making the experience feel transactional. For halal hot chicken in downtown Boston that takes both the heat and the flavor seriously, Birdies is the spot to know about.“

“This was the BEST DISH my son and I had at the "3rd Annual New Bedford Food Truck and Craft Beer Festival" held on September 14, 2019. The flavors were amazing and the staff was very friendly and helpful. We look forward to seeing you at future events. 😊“

“Good iced coffee 😝 and the people are very nice“

“You literally get a days worth of food for five dollars. it’s takeout only and I suggest you bring a bag. The food is a lot better than a lot of Chinese restaurants. Great service too. Closed on Sunday. Staff don’t speak English and are not very friendly. Just tell them what you want give them cash and leave.“

“Coming from Ireland we have little to no 'fast food' plant based options like this so I was excited to try! I got one of the regular burgers, the mac and cheese and the fries. The burger was excellent, I couldn't fault it. the Mac and Cheese was also very tasty. Not overly gone on the fries but still nice!“

“I had ordered online from this location. It was my first time ordering from qdoba. I had mentioned online that it was my birthday and I asked them to fill it up if they could. My servers Yenny and Camila were so so nice, they gave me a huge serving and a post it wishing me a happy birthday! Made my day brighter! Thank you“

“Outstanding service! Fast delivery to table of excellent quality food. A little pricey but what airport restaurant isn’t pricey. Would recommend to anyone. 5+ stars!“

“Great burger! Friendly, attentive staff. Thank you for a great day out!“

“Chipotle is good but QDOBA is definitely better. I visit this location almost every week and the staff are very friendly, keeps the place very clean and the food is fresh. 6 or so sauces are the best and gives various flavors and makes the food very delicious“

“We had an amazing experience at Chick-fil-A thanks to Nicole! She was incredibly warm, welcoming, and friendly from the moment we walked in. She went above and beyond to help my family and answer all our questions. She is an absolute asset to the team—five stars all the way!“

“Burgers are the best! Service is always friendly absolutely my favorite!!!!!“

“An excellent experience! What stood out most to me was the service: the staff are incredibly kind, attentive, and helpful. They make all the difference and make the restaurant a very welcoming place. The food is excellent, too, which makes the experience even better“

“Best chicken bites! Highly recommend ♥️“

“Ordered their double turkey burger with lettuce instead of a bun and a garden salad. Ate the salad first and it was big, which was phenomenal. The turkey burger was juicy, the sauce was great and the lettuce wrap was green and not some iceberg junk. I would definitely order from there again. Oh, and the price was great too.“

“A small burger and hot dog spot with generous portions, combo options, and HAPPY HOUR SPECIALS!
It’s not a fancy or gourmet burger, but it’s exactly what you’d expect when you’re looking for an affordable burger combo as a college student. Simple, satisfying, and great value for the price!“

“If you're not doing the regional wine dinners here (wine is optional), you're missing out on some of the best quality food in the city at a great value. Incredible! And the team is as nice as can be. This is a great local business that I love to support.“

“I was going to every fast food place in a desperate search of a charging station. Stumbled across this restaurant and was relieved to find four charging stations near the window. Satisfied, I bought some tacos and churros. The prices were more than reasonable, most things almost unbelievably affordable. The staff was friendly and respectable. I was very grateful to charge my phone as I wouldn't have a way to call a uber. I would recommend this place.“

“First time trying Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers and it definitely lived up to the hype! 🍗✨

The chicken fingers were hot, crispy, juicy, and perfectly seasoned. The Texas toast was buttery and delicious, and the fries paired really well with the famous Cane’s sauce. The food came out fast even though the place was busy.

The atmosphere was lively and fun, and the staff were friendly and helpful. Great spot for a quick meal with friends or family. Definitely coming back again! 😋“

“came here after I was recommended from a friend, and was not disappointed. The food was very fresh and I saw a sign saying that everything was made in house and fresh which is very pleasing. The portions are great and the atmosphere is clean and relaxing. I definitely plan on going back when I’m in the area!“

“I’ve loved going to clover for a while and usually stick with the chickpea fritter, but I tried the zucchini sandwich this time and it was mind blowing! Love the seasonal focus and freshness here. Updated from previous review on 2026-08-04“

“Highly recommended place, I ate the chicken sandwich and it was very good.

What I would criticize to improve would be that the potatoes come with less salt, some tables were dirty and the sandwich was overfling with sauce.

The things I loved were the speed of attention and receipt of the food in a few moments.

I love that the drink is unlimited refill.“

“Quick and friendly service!“

“Wonderful place to have dinner. With your friends.“

“The food was cooked perfect. The meat was the best part. We ordered shawarma plate and were not disappointed. I was worried it would be hit or miss but super glad we got a chance to stop by and try it out. I’ll definitely come back again.“

“It was very good. The service was great and quick.“

“Outstanding service! Fast delivery to table of excellent quality food. A little pricey but what airport restaurant isn’t pricey. Would recommend to anyone. 5+ stars!“

“We are repeat customers of Maaz’s and we wanted to just let the staff know that our gyros and especially french fries were the BEST we have ever gotten by far from you guys. We are so happy with how much seasoning and how crispy the fries are, they are the best batch you guys have ever gotten, keep that supplier whoever it is! The gyros were also huge!!! We couldnt finish them we were so full! Thank you guys so much“

“I love the food from any Al’s, but this one specifically I will say I enjoy the most. Those guys behind the counter are so incredibly polite and also quick with my orders, enough for me to write a review when it’s not something I typically do.“

“Delicious chicken sandwich“

“This is hands down my favorite spot to get food. They have many options, and even Halal options. They people here know everyone in the community and it's just a feel good spot to be in. Everythings ready in 10min or less and you work eat anything better!“

“Delish food, parking a little difficult“

“The team at this Subway is amazing and it’s easily my favorite location. What stands out most to me is their attention to detail and genuine kindness. Every time I walk in, I’m greeted warmly, and they even remember my order, which makes the experience feel so personal. It’s the little things like that that keep me coming back. Great service, great people, and always a great experience.“

“Staff was friendly, seemed like everyone got along with each other making for a nice atmosphere. Seating is what you'd expect at a sandwich shop, couple of high tops and low tops.

Got the Jersey Mikes Philly Cheese Steak sandwich. The bread was fresh, the meat was cooked fresh and cooked perfectly. It was so delicious. The onions, peppers, and cheese go well with the steak. Barely ate the entire thing it was huge and I was hungry after walking all day.

Great go to if you're in the area.“

“3 of us stopped here for dinner. Service is great and friendly. I had to go to the bar to order our drinks since the waitress was not very familiar with the liquor menu. We had the vegetarian and non-vegetarian platters for appetizer. We also had briyani, vindaloo and aloo channa - with garlic naan. Food was fantastic - really enjoyed it. We finished of kulfi and gulab jamun. The desserts felt store bought and were nothing to write home about“

“Absolutely the best lobster mac n’ cheese I have ever had! I come to Boston from NC quite often for work at Fenway, and no trip is complete without a visit to Mmmac N’ Cheese.
These guys are the best, I only wish they delivered to North Carolina! lol“

“I’ve been here twice and it’s definitely my favorite spot! I walk by it all the time when I go for my walks around Castle Island. How did I miss this?! The food is so good and the guy that works there, sorry! Don’t know his name is so nice✨“

“Excellent staff very friendly and knowledgeable comfortable atmosphere 2 thumbs up“

“My food was fantastic the service was quick and the workers were nice. It's simply held back by the fact it's a city location so it is much smaller of a store with less seating when compared to it's larger sister stores in suburban and rural areas“

“So. This time I've got business to take care of near Maverick MBTA station. Needed something quick for breakfast. Haven't been to Burger King in a while. So I was pleasantly surprised.

The food is standard Burger King fare, y'know biscuits, Croissan'wich, etc. The team member, Ignacia, at the counter displayed excellent customer service skills, took care with my order, ensured my order accuracy, and made me feel valued, all with a beautiful smile. The restaurant and restroom facilities were clean and accessible. I'm going to remember this location and return soon.

Vegetarian options: They've got salads and Impossible Burgers

Parking: Maverick T Station across the street“

“This is THE place to eat if you’re at TD Garden. The cheeto popcorn and walking tacos are beyond delish. The staff was really accommodating in making my walking taco without beef for me. I’m gonna be dead honest, the walking taco was the best part of the game (since unfortunately we lost lol)“

“Una de las mejores hamburguesas que e comido y la atención muy rápida, felicidades“

“nice service. love the 🍟.“

“It's such a vibrant place where shopping, dining, and just strolling around feels like a treat.“

“Just moved into a new place out here in Waltham, and I needed some routine maintenance done. They came through, got it sorted pretty quickly, and left everything clean—no fuss at all. It was such a relief to have that taken care of, especially with all the other moving stress going on.“