QSR Magazine just released its annual ranking of the top fast-food chains in the US.
The chains are ranked by US systemwide sales in 2016.
Check out the companies that raked in the most cash last year.
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20. Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
2016 U.S. systemwide sales: $3.1 billion
Why it's hot: In February, the owner of Burger King and Tim Hortons, Restaurant Brands International, announced it would buy Popeyes for $1.8 billion. The chicken chain is willing to think outside the box, introducing fried chicken tenders coated in a shortbread cookie breading to the menu in June.
19. Jack in the Box
2016 U.S. systemwide sales: $3.5 billion
Why it's hot: Jack in the Box dominates the late-night fast-food game. According to Foursquare data, 17% of Jack in the Box's customers visited between the hours of 10 p.m. and 4 a.m., reported QSR Magazine. That's the second-highest proportion of late-night customers in the industry, with the No. 1 spot occupied by stoner classic White Castle.
18. Little Caesars
2016 U.S. systemwide sales: $3.5 billion
Why it's hot: Little Caesars is the third-largest pizza chain by sales in the US, after Pizza Hut and Domino's. Unlike its competitors, it serves Detroit-style pizza — a square, deep-dish version of the traditional pizza pie.
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