New Jersey’s Favorite Fast-Food Spot

In New Jersey, we have so many fast-food choices for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. While fast food isn’t considered the healthiest choice for human consumption, in the Garden State we love us some tasty quick meals on the go.

So, we are all wondering, “What is New Jersey’s favorite fast-food restaurant?” There are so many to choose from, but it should be an easy guess as to which one it is. If not, it’s probably rather simple to narrow it down to a few and you’d probably get it right. However, I’m willing to bet that most who tried to figure it out, would not guess what New Jersey’s favorite fast food restaurant is.

The fast-food options in New Jersey are endless, but for me, the logical guess would be McDonald’s, Burger King, or Chick-fil-A. If that’s what you think, you’d be wrong. At least according to Finance Buzz. My personal preference is Taco Bell even though I try to avoid it as much as possible.

They recently set out to discover each state’s favorite place for a quick meal. The fast food restaurant that was found to the preferred in New Jersey probably has something to do with the name. Our fast-food restaurant of choice also happens to have been founded in New Jersey.

If you haven’t figured it out yet, it’s Jersey Mike’s. New Jersey and Connecticut are the only two states whose first choice for fast-food is Jersey Mike’s.

Did they survey New Jerseyans directly? Not really. Instead, they looked at the “Google Trends score for each fast-food restaurant and multiplied it by the number of locations per 100,000 people in every state to determine each state’s favorite fast food chain.”

The data revealed quite a variety of choices with New York liking Shake Shack, and Pennsylvania preferring Wendy’s. Others that landed on various states’ top restaurant lists include Chick-fil-A, Sonic, Arby’s, and many others. I found it interesting that according to the survey I should be living in Missouri, that’s the only state that puts Taco Bell at the top of their list.

The once-challenging quest for vegan options at fast-food restaurants has gotten a lot easier in recent years. Gone are the days of painstakingly customizing orders to suit specific dietary needs. Or worse, just having French fries and lettuce. Fast-food chains have taken significant strides in recent years, expanding their menus to offer an array of plant-based choices.

Plenty of fast-food chains have recognized the shifting dietary preferences of their customers and have embraced the challenge of providing satisfying vegan options. The evolution of vegan choices at these establishments has been impressive. From the golden arches of well-known burger joints to the cozy corners of popular sandwich shops, the vegan revolution has made its mark.

Vegans no longer have to rely solely on customizing existing meals to meet their dietary requirements. Instead, they can revel in the sheer variety that now graces the menus of fast-food chains. These establishments now proudly feature vegan burgers that sizzle and satisfy, dairy-free milkshakes, and even plant-based twists on classic comfort foods.

With an increasing number of people embracing plant-based lifestyles and seeking sustainable dining choices, the fast-food industry has risen to the occasion. These establishments understand that providing diverse options isn't just about following a trend but about fostering inclusivity and catering to many people with specific tastes and needs. So, the next time you're in a hurry and hunger strikes, rest assured that the vegan options at fast-food restaurants are not only abundant but also thoughtfully crafted to satisfy your cravings and nourish your values.

Whether you’re on a diet, dairy-free, vegetarian, or simply vegan there are fast-food places for you to grab a quick bite. Check out these fast-food vegan restaurant menu items. If you're a very strict vegan, you might consider checking with the establishment regarding any potential cross-contamination with meat products when placing your order.

According to Taco Bell, most of their products are vegan. They say to order any item "fresco style", which replaces mayo-based sauces, cheeses, and reduced-fat sour cream with freshly prepared diced tomatoes. Then, substitute the protein with black beans, refried beans, or potato bites. In June, the chain announced that they’re testing a new Vegan Crunchwrap which is meatless and dairy-free. If all goes well, you can soon see that on menus too.

For a restaurant known for its coffee, you may be surprised by the vegan options. Dunkin offers more than 20 vegan menu items, according to their site. Dunkin' features avocado toast and a selection of non-dairy milk alternatives such as oat, almond, and coconut milk to accompany your coffee. In addition to avocado toast, vegans can enjoy other choices like avocado and roasted tomato toast, a bacon avocado tomato sandwich minus the bacon, various bagels including plain, cinnamon raisin, everything, and sesame without cream cheese, an English muffin, and hash browns.

For those seeking plant-based options, Chipotle has consistently offered a reliable meal comprising rice, beans, fajita veggies, salsa, and guacamole. The year 2013 saw a transformative addition to Chipotle's menu with the introduction of vegan sofritas. This was a game-changing choice; it features flavorful spicy braised tofu. As confirmed by the restaurant chain, their sofritas option has been given the seal of approval for both vegans and vegetarians alike.

Burger King offers the Impossible Burger patty, which is widely available across their fast-food outlets nationwide. The Impossible Whopper, just like the classic version, features an Impossible patty crafted from plant-based ingredients. Both Burger King and Impossible Foods representatives informed INSIDER that, upon request, the Impossible Whopper can be prepared separately to ensure it is not cooked on the same surface used for meat products. Additionally, Burger King has begun testing Impossible chicken nuggets.