Presenting The Fasties, Thrillist's Annual Fast Food Awards
Welcome to our hilariously over-the-top—yet completely serious—celebration of the greatest foods served in grease-stained paper bags.
Thrillist’s annual fast food awards is back for a third helping in 2022. This year’s celebration will honor fast food and fast casual restaurant chains in 15 categories, including Best Cheeseburger, Best Spicy Chicken Sandwich, Best Fries, Best Onion Rings, and even Menu Item of the Year. Grab some ketchup packets, toss on your cardboard crown, and meet us in the drive-thru!
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Here Are the Winners of the 3rd-Annual Fasties, Thrillist's Fast Food Awards
Find out who won in all 15 categories.
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The Best Fried Chicken Sandwiches in Fast Food, Ranked
Let's reflect now that the chicken wars are over.
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The Best Spicy Chicken Sandwiches in Fast Food Right Now
Just kidding. Let the spicy chicken wars begin!
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Fast Food Tacos, Ranked from Soggy to Crunchy Excellence
The crunchy taco is so simple, and so good.
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The Absolute Best Fast Food Chicken Nuggets, Ranked
A fast food staple done by many, perfected by one.
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The Best Fast Food Fries, Ranked from Cardboard to Perfection
Prepare for this potentially controversial choice.
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The Best Fast Casual Fries, Ranked from Meh to Mouthwatering
Bettfer fries to pair with your better burger.
Credits:
Editors: Tony Merevick, Becca James
Production: Pete Dombrosky
Writers: Opheli Garcia-Lawler, Chris Mench, Tony Merevick, Dustin Nelson, Janae Price, Megan Schaltegger, Serena Tara, Kat Thompson
Special Thanks: Kyler Alvord, Lee Breslouer, Danielle Dorsey, Tim Ebner, Rona Gindin, Steven Lindsey, Lia Picard, and all writers who have contributed to The Fasties over the years.
Creative Director: Audra V Pace
Art Director: Manali Doshi
Photography Director: Drew Swantak
Senior Designer: Maitane Romagosa
Project Manager: Morgan Fowler
Copywriter: Ned Riseley
Director of Audience Development: Kisai Ponce
Audience Development Manager: Hassan Spruill
Social Media Manager: Abby Maddigan
Social Media Producer: Dee Williams
Audience Development Coordinator: Kierra Hearne
SEO Coordinator: Caroline Boden
SEO Manager: Gina Percival
