7 Legendary Regional Fast-Food Chains You Must Try

Fast-food giants like McDonald's and Burger King are as quintessential to the American experience as apple pie.

Whenever you find yourself craving a juicy burger in the Lone Star State, run—don't walk—to the nearest Whataburger.

Don't knock gas station food until you've tried Wawa. There's a reason that this convenience store/fast-food chain is so near and dear to the hearts of consumers on the East Coast—the food is really solid and highly-customizable.

Taco Bell is probably the go-to for many Americans when they're craving some Mexican-inspired fast-food comfort.

Hand-breaded chicken, scratch-made buttermilk biscuits, Southern sides….if any of these mouthwatering descriptors pique your interest, make a point to stop by a Bojangles the next time you find yourself in the southeastern part of the country.

In-N-Out Burger isn't the only wildly popular regional chain born on the West Coast. Between the over-the-top burgers, sandwiches, and handcrafted shakes, The Habit Burger Grill is also a must-try if you ever find yourself close enough to one of its restaurants.

Runza is another fast-food staple in the Midwest, but its menu is just a little more special than what you'll find at your typical fast-food chain.

Despite having a somewhat nontraditional specialty compared to other fast-food brands, customers evidently love the regional chain.

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