Chick-fil-A dethroned as America's top fast-food chain after nearly a decade

[Michie]

After nearly a decade, Chick-fil-A is no longer ranked as America's top fast-food restaurant.

USA Today released its 10Best Reader's Choice Awards last week for the category of fast-food restaurant, as voted on by readers. Chick-fil-A, a Christian-owned chain headquarted in Georgia, once landed the No. 1 spot as America's top fast-food chain for nine years in a row. But this year, Del Taco, a California-based chain that serves American-style Mexican cuisine, has earned the title.

"This popular taco stop, which serves all kinds of satisfying Mexican fare including burritos, quesadillas, and nachos, also offers burgers and fries," the list states. "In addition, Del Taco has a dedicated breakfast menu, as well as a vegan and vegetarian menu."

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Chick-fil-A dethroned as America's top fast-food chain after nearly a decade

After nearly a decade, Chick-fil-A is no longer ranked as America s top fast-food restaurant by USA Today s 10 Best Reader s Choice Awards

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[RileyG]

I never had Del Taco, but I adore chick fil a.

 

[dzheremi]

What? Del Taco is terrible! It's apples and oranges, but Chik-FIl-A is better to me.

 

[Vambram]

I never had Del Taco, but I adore chick fil a.

Yeah, I have never seen a Del Taco anywhere across the different states where I've been, either. But, Chic-Fil-A has the very best fast food chicken sandwiches, EVER.

 

[RileyG]

Yeah, I have never seen a Del Taco anywhere across the different states where I've been, either. But, Chic-Fil-A has the very best fast food chicken sandwiches, EVER.

I love their sauce!

 

[ozso]

I used to eat at a nearby Del Taco all the time but fell out of the routine. I liked their fish tacos.

I've only been in a Chick-fil-A drive thru twice. One when I was out of town and the latest because one opened that's sort of close by. I got a classic chicken sandwich. It was okay.

 

[rockytopva]

Chick-fil-A - I never liked peaches until I first tried their peach milk shake.

 

[Michie]

Chick-fil-A - I never liked peaches until I first tried their peach milk shake.

Peach milkshake?! I want one. Never had it but it sounds wonderful. I might try to make one at home with our peaches.

 

[RDKirk]

Used to be a Del Taco in Texas. They sold out to Taco Bell. That probably says something...but I don't know what.

 

[RileyG]

Peach milkshake?! I want one. Never had it but it sounds wonderful. I might try to make one at home with our peaches.

They make it in the summer. It's very good.

During the holiday season, I know they had a peppermint milkshake. Also very good.

Makes me want to get some Chick-fil-A today, but I have leftovers

 

[FaithT]

I never had Del Taco, but I adore chick fil a.

I’ve ever had a Del Taco, I’m not sure if we even have on in my area. Hubby said there is or used to be on in the city. i was wanting Chick Fil A tonight for dinner.

 

[Tropical Wilds]

Honestly, it makes sense. I feel like CFA’s quality has dipped in recent years. I’d have hoped they evolved or innovated with places like KFC and Wendy’s squeezing them, but they haven’t. frankly, I think Dave’s Hot Chicken has eclipsed them in terms of consistent quality.

Del Taco, though… Meh.

 

[RileyG]

Honestly, it makes sense. I feel like CFA’s quality has dipped in recent years. I’d have hoped they evolved or innovated with places like KFC and Wendy’s squeezing them, but they haven’t. frankly, I think Dave’s Hot Chicken has eclipsed them in terms of consistent quality.

Del Taco, though… Meh.

I never had Dave's Hot Chicken because there are none in my city. Apparently, there is one an hour from me. I would have to check it out.

 

[RileyG]

I’ve ever had a Del Taco, I’m not sure if we even have on in my area. Hubby said there is or used to be on in the city. i was wanting Chick Fil A tonight for dinner.

We have a bunch of taco places here, just not del taco.

 

[Tropical Wilds]

I never had Dave's Hot Chicken because there are none in my city. Apparently, there is one an hour from me. I would have to check it out.

They’re good. And spicy with flavor, not spicy for the sake of being spicy.

 

[RileyG]

They’re good. And spicy with flavor, not spicy for the sake of being spicy.

Sounds good! I need to lose more weight, so I should probably stay away from fast food, but there’s nothing wrong with eating it in moderation.

 

[FaithT]

We have a bunch of taco places here, just not del taco.

We’ve got Taco Bell and I think Jack in the Box has taco’s, (or they used to) plus I think there are other fast food taco places but that would be in the city. Then we have a number of Mexican restaurants that aren’t fast food.

 

[Tropical Wilds]

Del Taco is for people who are too classy for Taco Bell but not classy enough for Chipotle and who think Moe’s is too seasoned.

 

[FaithT]

Del Taco is for people who are too classy for Taco Bell but not classy enough for Chipotle and who think Moe’s is too seasoned.

I’ve never heard of Moe’s.

 

[FaithT]

We’ve got Taco Bell and I think Jack in the Box has taco’s, (or they used to) plus I think there are other fast food taco places but that would be in the city. Then we have a number of Mexican restaurants that aren’t fast food.

Edit to add: maybe other surrounding suburbs have fast food taco places.