KFC Pakistan

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] This resulted in ownership transferring to the Cupola Group in 2001.^[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]}

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  Inside KFC, Thokar Niaz Baig, Lahore
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  KFC, D Ground, Faisalabad, c. 2009
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  KFC at Super Market in Islamabad, c. 2008
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  KFC Jhelum Cantt, c. 2008