Eating keto at fast food restaurants is easier than most people think. The key is knowing which items are naturally low-carb and which can be modified. This guide covers every major chain with specific menu items, macros, and ordering tips based on verified nutrition data.
McDonald's Keto Options
Best picks: Egg McMuffin (without muffin, 310 cal, 17g protein, 4g net carbs), Quarter Pounder patties (no bun, 330 cal, 30g protein, 2g net carbs), Bacon Ranch Grilled Chicken Salad (without croutons, 280 cal, 34g protein, 8g net carbs).
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Chipotle Keto Options
Best picks: Keto Salad Bowl (supergreens, barbacoa, cheese, sour cream, guacamole — 480 cal, 38g protein, 12g net carbs), Steak Salad Bowl (540 cal, 42g protein, 6g net carbs). Chipotle's Lifestyle Bowls include a dedicated Keto Salad Bowl.
Taco Bell Keto Options
Best picks: Power Bowl with chicken (no rice/no beans — 430 cal, 32g protein, 8g net carbs), Crunchy Taco (omit shell, eat as a bowl — 180 cal, 9g protein, 3g net carbs each). Order anything "fresco style" to replace cheese/sauce with pico de gallo.
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Burger King Keto Options
Best picks: Whopper without bun (660 cal, 52g protein, 8g net carbs), Impossible Whopper without bun (630 cal, 44g protein, 8g net carbs), Chicken Griller Salad (240 cal, 26g protein, 6g net carbs).
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Wendy's Keto Options
Best picks: Dave's Single without bun (420 cal, 38g protein, 4g net carbs), Baconator without bun (650 cal, 56g protein, 5g net carbs), Grilled Chicken Wrap without tortilla (320 cal, 34g protein, 3g net carbs).
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Starbucks Keto Drinks
Best picks: Cold Brew with heavy cream (15 cal, 0g net carbs), Iced Americano (15 cal, 0g carbs), Pink Drink with coconut milk (140 cal, 2g net carbs with modifications). Avoid Frappuccinos — one Grande has 50-60g carbs.
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KFC Keto Options
Best picks: Original Recipe chicken breast (skin removed — 210 cal, 30g protein, 2g net carbs), Grilled Chicken Breast (210 cal, 32g protein, 0g carbs), Green Beans (25 cal, 2g net carbs).
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Subway Keto Options
Best picks: Any sub as a salad bowl (no bread) — Turkey Breast Salad (310 cal, 26g protein, 10g net carbs), Chicken & Bacon Ranch Salad (380 cal, 32g protein, 8g net carbs). Use the protein bowl option where available.
Full Subway menu with nutrition
Quick Keto Ordering Tips
- Ask for lettuce wraps or bunless options at burger chains
- Avoid all sauces except mayo, mustard, and oil-based dressings
- Watch for hidden carbs in ketchup (4g per packet), tortillas (15g+), and breading
- Check our nutrition tables on each restaurant page for exact macros — every item on GetFoodMenus includes carbs, protein, and fat