“Good food warms the heart and feeds the soul.”

A.D. Posey

Honestly, I am not a fast-food eater. I almost never eat some when I’m home, but what would a trip to the USA be without trying some typical fast foods? After all, it is the land of food chains.

You will also quickly realize that eating well tend to be complicated at some time. For the little story, I took about 6 kg in 3 months during my stay in LA. Well, I did not deprive myself of anything that’s also a reason.

Here is a list of fast foods you should try when in California.

Fast food in California

  • In N Out

Have lunch or dinner at In N Out, one of the most famous fast foods in LA. You will find restaurants almost everywhere in town.

  • Taco Bell

Have a dinner Taco Bell. The restaurants serve a variety of Mexican inspired foods that include tacos, burritos, quesadillas, nachos, novelty and specialty items, and a variety of “value menu” items. I really like that one!

  • Five Guys

Try Five Guys, a little more expensive than other fast foods, but the quality of the food is higher.

  • Shake Shacks

Go to Shake Shacks, one of my favorite one! This one is findable in other parts of the world, but I discovered it when I was in LA.

  • McDonald’s

And of course, you will find McDonald’s/burger kings almost everywhere on the road especially when you are on a road trip. It is the unmissable fast foods when on a road trip. 

  • Panda Express

If you are looking for an Asian fast food, Panda Express is the address to be.

  • Johnny Rocket

Last but not least of the fast foods I’ve tried is Johnny Rocket. Don’t miss the peanut milkshake!


I hope to have given you hungry by reading this article about the fast foods that you should try in California. 😅

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