Fast Food Restaurants That Serve Alcohol

In the U.S., it's uncommon for fast-food restaurants to serve alcohol.

Fast food establishments in other parts of the world are more likely to serve alcohol along with internationally-available menu items. It might not be the norm for every McDonald's drive-thru to feature a beer list, but there are some ways to enjoy your fast-food favorites with a cocktail. We decided to find some instances of fast-food restaurants serving alcohol (like Hollywood's hottest club, Taco Bell Cantina). You might have to travel far and wide, but you can have a Big Mac and a beer, too, if you're determined enough.

Chipotle is one of the most well-known fast-casual restaurant chains that serve alcohol alongside its famous burritos and bowls. .

The price also varies by store, but it's usually a good deal to get a drink at the fast food joint.

Don't get too excited — Starbucks doesn't allow its customers to add a shot of booze into their usual Frappuccino or iced latte, sadly. The chain does have a few select Starbucks Reserve Roasters locations that combine craft coffee with cocktails for those of age who are interested. The

 for fans to learn more about the possibilities of Starbucks coffee outside of the usual morning pick-me-up.  Starbucks previously tried to introduce an fell to the wayside.

Many people think of Shake Shack as elevated fast food, so it's not a surprise that the burger chain offers alcoholic beverages for those old enough to drink to pair with their all-American meal. Shake Shack is all about offering exclusive menu items, and the brand extends that philosophy to the drinks. The offers a beer called

Those who have tasted the house beer . For those wine drinkers who frequent the chain, , , that each pair perfectly with cheesy fries and thick milkshakes. The house alcohol options make it even more enticing to take an outing to Shake Shack and spend some time enjoying your meal and appreciating the ambiance.

Pizza Hut has served beer and wine in its sit-down restaurants for a while, 

While the beer and wine list varies depending on location, but it's important to check the menu to make sure your personal brew of choice is available. It's also not guaranteed that every Pizza Hut location will deliver booze to your door, but it never could hurt to ask when calling in your pizza order.

Taco Bell Catina might be one of the most well-known chains that offer fast food staples and alcoholic beverages. The specialty Taco Bell establishments stand out as they're usually open late and offer more exclusive menu items than the typical drive-thru. Taco Bell Cantina offers an extensive menu of beer, wine, sangria, and liquor to spike Taco Bell's signature Freezes.

Taco Bell enthusiasts can opt for the  The but each Taco Bell Cantina likely has at least one drink to entice every kind of drinker. It helps even more if they're major fans of the fast-food taco chain, but it's important for first-time Catina customers to remember that regardless of if there happens to be a drive-thru available.

Steak 'n Shake is a fast-food chain with a major nostalgia factor. The restaurants are designed like old-school diners, serving milkshakes, hot dogs, and fries with a seasoned swagger. One uncommon sight to see at the average Steak 'n Shake location is people drinking any kind of alcohol. That is unless you're stopping at a specific Steak 'n Shake in Las Vegas, Nevada.

The one-of-a-kind location It's probably one of the few places you can enjoy a classic Steak 'n Shake burger meal while a For the ultimate Steak 'n Shake fans, the location that serves alcohol should be added to your bucket list. After all, the brand does milkshakes so well that a boozy version has to be amazing.

Wienerschnitzel is a fast-food hot dog chain that is most commonly found in Western U.S. states like Washington and Arizona. As is true with most hot dog stands, it's not the first place drinkers would think of to stop at to drink a beer. But what better snack goes with a cold pint than a perfectly grilled hot dog? The combination is possible for Wienerschnitzel fans, but it's just a matter of location.

If you happen to stop at the Burbank, California Wienerschnitzel location, you will find something that pays homage to the The rare Wienerschnitzel location sells beer

Smashburger is another elevated fast-food burger joint that sells a variety of alcoholic beverages on its menu alongside typical fares like fries and buffalo wings. The which also serve as a gluten-free option. The alcohol options might be limited for now, but the folks at Smashburger are looking to change that.

at one location in Denver that has a full-service bar. Unlike the typical fast-food location, customers can enjoy draft beers or specialty cocktails to wash down those mouth-watering burgers. The chain announced plans to open more Smashburger locations with a full-bar concept so it just seems like a matter of time until it becomes the norm.

White Castle is a bit of an anomaly in the fast food landscape of 2023, but the brand that is known for its mini sliders is looking for ways to stand out in the modern era. One method the brand has experimented with is, you guessed it, booze. . It's not the norm to pair White Castle sliders with booze, but the classic location isn't the only place that's tried the idea.

. Both booze options sold for less than $5 a serving, which was still a steal, but the trend didn't catch on. , but it's the only drink worthy of pairing with your takeout White Castle meal.

Qdoba is an underrated Mexican fast-food chain that sometimes gets overshadowed by other popular chains like Chipotle or Moe's Southwest Grill. Booze enthusiasts who are looking to drink a beer with their burrito bowls and queso dip shouldn't overlook select Qdoba locations that are licensed to serve alcohol. In Casper, Wyoming, two Qdoba restaurants can serve booze so long as at least 60% of each store's revenue comes from food rather than liquor, according to Oil City News. A Qdoba in Newark, Delaware had a similar stipulation once it got its liquor license approved — only 5% of total sales can come from alcohol and workers must serve alcoholic beverages, notes Newark News. No self-serve margaritas allowed.

Another Qdoba in Nebraska also randomly has a "huge bar in the middle," according to a 2018 Trip Advisor review. It may seem unconventional, but a Mexican cerveza is the best refreshment to go with a massive burrito, whether it comes from Qdoba or anywhere else.

Unfortunately for U.S.-based McDonald's lovers, McBeer or McWine hasn't become a thing for American fast food locations. Those in other parts of the world, n are known to be able to enjoy McDonald's beer.

In the early 1980s, one California McDonald's nearly became the first and only of the brand's U.S. establishments to serve liquor. The folks behind the Mammoth Lakes franchise fought to obtain a liquor license. They argued that the McDonald's was located in a town filled with adult tourists so selling booze would help to exemplify that resort-like feeling. The franchise owners ended up not following through with pursuing the liquor license so as to not ruffle too many feathers in the community, and U.S. McDonald's stores have remained alcohol-free ever since.

Subway deli sandwiches might not seem like the ideal meal to go with beer, but those who have tried it declare otherwise. A select few U.S. Subway locations are licensed to serve alcohol — one being the which fits in with the rowdy vibe of the city. Over at the which also makes sense considering there are no rules about acceptable times and places to have an alcoholic drink at the airport.

Internationally-located Subway establishments are also known to sell beer. . It might not make a lot of sense, but Subway and alcohol are a pairing you shouldn't knock until you try it.

Another mainstream pizza chain that will sell you beer along with your regular pie at some locations is Papa John's. . In 2020, Papa John's decided to expand its alcohol offerings by teaming up with a craft brewing giant.

The beer options offer a refreshing alternative to the typical 2-liter of soda most people add to their cart when ordering pizza delivery. The alcohol options vary by store but if you're lucky enough to be able to order beer delivery, you can save yourself the extra trip to the liquor store.

Many junk food fans can agree that nothing pairs as well with fried chicken as an ice-cold beer. Kentucky Fried Chicken, unfortunately, doesn't sell American customers packs of beer or draft pints to enjoy with their buckets of Original Recipe and butter-slathered biscuits. If you happen to frequent a KFC outside of the U.S., such as in a place like or with your fast food chicken order. The KFC locations that serve booze aren't the easiest to track down, but they're totally worth stopping by if you run into a location in the wild.

For those KFC fans stuck in the U.S., they can get creative at home by pairing their favorite dishes with booze.

Burger King is another beloved fast-food chain that has a habit of offering global customers outside of the U.S. alcoholic options to go with the Whoppers and Chicken Fries.  The stipulations are that Burger King can only sell beer that contains less than  Burger King locations in other countries like Spain, Singapore, and Venezuela also are known for selling alcohol.

The concept was an upscale version of Burger King that utilized high-quality ingredients and beer. Burger King opened Whopper Bars in New York City, Las Vegas, and Miami, but the concept fizzled out after a short period of time.