KFC Pakistan is the Pakistani franchise of KFC which operates 150+ locations across Pakistan with 10,000 employees.[2][3][4] Its first restaurant was established in Karachi in 1997.[5]
KFC was introduced to Pakistan through the Belgian Artal group in June 1997, seeing initial success in Karachi.[5] However, following Pakistan's 1998 nuclear tests and ensuing US sanctions, KFC faced operational challenges due to its import-dependent supply chain.[5]
By 2014, the brand faced challenges, prompting Yum! Brands to introduce managerial changes.[5] Based on AC Nielsen research, KFC adjusted its market positioning and pricing, and updated its outlets and digital platforms.[5]
KFC Pakistan's menu consists of burgers, sandwiches, fried chicken, nuggets, hot wings, French fries, rice dishes, twister wraps and drinks.[2] In the effort to enhance the variety of beverage, KFC Pakistan entered into an exclusive agreement with the managing partner of Pepsi-Cola for the supply of carbonated and non-carbonated beverages at its outlets across the country.[6] In Addition, KFC in Pakistan introduced a new food item named "Zingeratha" which is a fusion of the Zinger and paratha, a traditional bread in Pakistan.[7] In January 2020, KFC Pakistan introduced Thai sweet chili wings and Buffalo wings.[8]
The American-based KFC branches became targets during anti-American protests in 2005, resulting in the burning of the Gulshan-e-Iqbal branch, and the tragic deaths of six people.[9]
In April 2025, an ongoing Israel-Hamas war protests which Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan members attacked on KFC which 10 people were arrested and one employee was killed.[10][11][12][13]
