Fast Food Chains in Drammen: Companies, Statistics, and Outlook

The fast food chain in Drammen constitutes an important part of the municipality's food and service industries. With 11 registered companies and over 200 employees in 2026, data shows a dynamic but variable sector. The most well-known names are McDonald's and Burger King, which operate multiple branches within the municipality. An interesting development is that a new company type, ENK, has emerged as an alternative organizational form. At the same time, the figures show a highly uneven economic development, with both strong growth periods and significant declines.

Economic Trends

Sales have grown from 65.8 million NOK in 2016 to a peak of 109.9 million NOK in 2022, before sharply declining to 28.5 million NOK in 2025. This decline is particularly marked in 2023, with a 64% reduction from 2022. Number of employees has increased by 107% from 2016 to 2026, reaching 230 employees in 2026, although there have been variations between years. The most dramatic growth is from 2024 to 2025 (+26.6%).

Key Players in the Industry

McDonald's remains the dominant player with 3 branches in Drammen, including Åssiden (61 employees) and Bragernestorg (49 employees). Burger King has two branches, one of them in Krokstadelva. An interesting newcomer is New Adventure Import Brynjar Orsteen, which has an EBITDA margin of 11%, significantly higher than the industry average. The table below shows some of the most relevant companies:

Drammen dominates with 6 companies and 201 employees, while Krokstadelva and Mjøndalen have a smaller presence. Companies in Drammen also have significantly higher sales and EBITDA than other areas.

Stability and Development

None of the fast food companies in Drammen have gone bankrupt, showing a relatively stable sector. However, data shows that 3 companies have 0 employees and 0 sales, which may indicate that they are newly established or not actively operating. This is an important observation for potential entrepreneurs considering establishing themselves in the industry.

Development for Entrepreneurs

Fast food chains in Drammen show a highly uneven economic development, with a sharp decline in sales in 2023. This may be due to variations in customer behavior or competitive conditions. However, the number of employees shows a positive trend, with an increase of 107% from 2016 to 2026. Entrepreneurs should consider establishing themselves in Drammen, but be prepared for the industry's uncertainty. SmartGrunder can help find optimal addresses in the municipality for this industry.

The quick-service sector in Drammen has 47 companies in total, showing that fast food chains constitute a smaller part of this broader category. Compared to the quick-service sector, fast food chains have a lower sales volume (28.5M NOK in 2025 vs 96.9M NOK for quick-service). However, fast food chains have a higher number of employees per company (average 173 employees vs 2.6 employees for quick-service). The table below shows some of the most relevant companies in the quick-service sector:

Conclusion

Fast food chains in Drammen constitute an important but uncertain part of the municipality's economy. With a combination of strong players like McDonald's and Burger King, as well as a growing presence of ENK companies, the industry shows potential. However, entrepreneurs must be aware of the significant variations in sales and EBITDA. SmartGrunder can help find optimal addresses in Drammen for this industry, with a focus on development opportunities.