Does Mexican Food Count as Fast Food? A Look Beyond the Chains
                                
                                
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                                According to a 2024 analysis by the Pew Research Center, only 22% of Mexican restaurants in the U.S. are formally classified as “fast food”, revealing a much more complex answer to the question, 'Does Mexican food count as fast food?'. The truth lies in understanding the difference between quick-service chains and the rich, diverse culinary tradition it is inspired by.