The aim of this review paper is to explore the literature available on socio-economic status and fast food consumption in Australia. It also aims to study similar literature available for other countries, including western nations such as the US and UK. The paper also aims to come up with recommendations, based on the primary findings of the studies that have been examined. The consumption of fast food has grown around the world. There have been studies which have linked higher consumption of fast food to l
ower socio-economic status.

Keywords: Fast Food, Social Class, Socio-economic Status, Australia, Consumer Behaviour