Filipino fast food favorite Jollibee has once again been hailed as the best fast food fried chicken in the United States, topping USA Today’s 10Best list for 2025. This marks the second consecutive year the brand has outshined major American names like KFC, Chick-fil-A, Popeyes, and Church’s Texas Chicken.
The annual list was curated by 10Best editors and a panel of quick-service dining experts before opening the polls to readers, who voted Jollibee as their top choice. In its feature, 10Best praised the brand’s signature offering: “They’re best known for Chickenjoy, the signature juicy, flavorful fried chicken. Order it in buckets or accompanied by sides — and don’t forget to dip it in their silky gravy.”
Jollibee USA expressed their gratitude in a heartfelt Instagram post, saying, “We love you, Jollibee family! Thank you to USA Today and all our fans for naming us the #1 fast food fried chicken two years in a row!”
Currently operating over 70 branches in the US and more than 1,700 globally, Jollibee continues to attract a wide range of diners with its distinct Filipino menu. Aside from its famed Chickenjoy, the chain is also beloved for its sweet-style spaghetti and peach mango pie.
Joining Jollibee in the top 10 list were Pollo Campero, Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken, Church’s Texas Chicken, Guthrie’s Chicken, Krispy Krunchy Chicken, Golden Chick, KFC, Chick-fil-A, and Popeyes.
