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  • An employee prepares a sandwich at a Subway restaurant

    Here's What Subway Actually Does With Unsold Food

    There are a few chain restaurants that take food waste seriously, but is Subway one of them? Here's what we know about Subway's food waste policy.

    By Robert Bruce 11 hours ago Read More
  • Someone holds a Chick-fil-A vanilla icedream scoop on a cone in front of a blurred Chick-fil-A logo

    The Chick-Fil-A Menu Ordering Hack For An Ice Cream Sandwich

    Chick-fil-A doesn't have an ice cream sandwich on the menu, but you can make one yourself just fine with this simple ordering hack.

    By Robert Bruce 13 hours ago Read More
  • An order from an In-N-Out restaurant on a red tray

    In-N-Out Sources Beef From This Infamous California Ranch

    In-N-Out's burgers may be famous, but the fast food chain sources beef from this infamous California ranch that's been in the news for all the wrong reasons.

    By Robert Bruce 17 hours ago Read More
  • Culver's chocolate custard on a plastic cup with the logo on a restaurant table

    This Is Where Culver's Creamy Frozen Custard Comes From

    Culver's creamy frozen custard is one of the biggest draws to this iconic Wisconsin fast food chain. Here's where Culver's frozen custard comes from.

    By Amara Michelle 2 days ago Read More
  • Two ButterBurgers with cheese from a Culver's fast food restaurant

    Give Your Culver's Burger Better Flavor With 2 Simple Words

    If you're getting one of the signature ButterBurgers from Culver's, you'll want to keep this ordering tip in mind for maximum flavor. Here's how it works.

    By Robert Bruce 2 days ago Read More
  • Five cheeseburgers on a graphic background

    The Absolute Best Cheeseburgers In America, According To Chowhound Staff

    These cheeseburgers boast unique toppings, juicy and perfectly cooked patties, and delicious buns...and are the ones our staff still dream about.

    By Chowhound Staff 3 days ago Read More
  • Smiling older couple sitting at a restaurant table chatting and nibbling on breakfast

    This Classic Diner Chain Offers A Special Senior Discount Menu

    Senior discounts are nice, but who needs all that food? This classic diner chain has a senior menu with both smaller portions and lower prices.

    By Nicole M. LaMarco 3 days ago Read More
  • Family eating McDonald's meal with mascots depicted on the dining table peaking through

    7 '90s Fast Food Mascots That Defined Millennials' Childhoods

    For fast food-loving millennials, these era-defining mascots were way more than just mere brand ambassadors. How many of them do you remember?

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 3 days ago Read More
  • Interior bar at a Longhorn Steakhouse

    Are Longhorn Steakhouse's Portions Getting Smaller? Some Diners Have Receipts

    If you've eaten at Longhorn Steakhouse recently, you might have felt your portion looked a little (or a lot) smaller than usual. You wouldn't be the only one.

    By Robert Bruce 3 days ago Read More
  • Crispy battered onion rings from seven restaurants in a circle

    The Hands-Down Best Fast Food Onion Rings Come From A Diner-Style Burger Chain

    Fast food onion rings are surprisingly hard to track down, but if you go to the trouble, make sure you track down the rings from this chain.

    By Robert Bruce 3 days ago Read More
  • Exterior of Waffle House at night

    12 Regional Restaurant Chains That Deserve National Attention

    Regional chain restaurants are a great way to eat like a local and sample the country's varied cuisine. These are just a few that we wish were nationwide.

    By Jane Godiner 4 days ago Read More
  • Culver's burger in a paper tray in front of chocolate shake

    Make Your Culver's Burger Even More Delicious With A Reuben Twist

    Culver's' ButterBurgers are delicious, there's no denying it, but that doesn't mean you can't shake them up. Next time you order, give them a Reuben twist.

    By Robert Bruce 4 days ago Read More
  • Hash browns on a griddle

    Why Diner Hash Browns Are Always So Much Better Than Homemade

    Diner hash browns are always better than what you can make it home, and it's easy to get frustrated. Here's how those cooks pull it off.

    By Robert Bruce 4 days ago Read More
  • Sliced pork ribs on board

    The Popular Steakhouse Chain That Serves Award-Winning Baby Back Ribs

    Sometimes, the only meal that brings you satisfaction is a juicy rack of ribs. Next time that craving hits, visit this steakhouse chain with award-winning ribs.

    By Julia Mullaney 4 days ago Read More
  • Culver's pot roast sandwich on a tray with fries, ketchup, and a drink

    The Culver's Pot Roast Sandwich Ordering Tip That Majorly Upgrades Your Meal

    Culver's pot roast sandwich is considered an underrated gem, but you can give the sandwich a serious flavor boost by adding this one ingredient.

    By Julia Mullaney 5 days ago Read More
  • 20 cups of sweet tea from fast food chains

    20 Fast Food Sweet Teas, Ranked

    Discover which fast food chain has the best sweet tea as Chowhound taste tests and ranks popular favorites for flavor, sweetness, and overall enjoyment.

    By Danica Hodges 5 days ago Read More
  • buffet food lined up

    What Happens To Leftover Food From All-You-Can-Eat Buffets?

    The smorgasbord offered by all-you-can-eat buffets doesn't all end up in diner's bellies. Here is what happens to all that leftover buffet food.

    By Amara Michelle 5 days ago Read More
  • Barista serving a woman coffee at the counter

    The Hands Down Best Coffee Shop In Every State

    These coffee shops are the favorites among locals thanks to their roasting excellence, innovative and tasty drink menu, and community atmosphere.

    By Sarah Vallie 6 days ago Read More
  • A red basket of chicken fingers with sauce on them.

    The Beloved Fast Food Fried Chicken You'll Only Find In 2 Southern States

    If you live in one of these two states, don't miss your chance to try this delicious fast food fried chicken chain that might just become your new favorite.

    By Robert Bruce 7 days ago Read More
  • a Wendy's meal on a tray

    More Facts About Wendy's Than You Ever Wanted To Know

    Wendy's has earned its place as a contributing factor to popular culture in America throughout its long history of food, vision, and community.

    By Jon Dempsey 8 days ago Read More
  • Fast food burger with lettuce, onions, pickles, and cheese, with fries and a soda behind it.

    Order This, Not That: 14 Fast Food Items To Eat During A Cyclosporiasis Outbreak

    During a cyclosporiasis outbreak, you should avoid certain fast food items with fresh produce. If you've still got cravings, here's what to order instead.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 8 days ago Read More
  • People sharing several dishes out of takeout containers

    The Best Dishes At Some Chinese Restaurants Aren't Always On The Standard Menu

    Chinese restaurants easily have some of the best menu items you can order (Peking duck, anyone?), but the cream of the crop is often off-menu.

    By Amanda Berkey 8 days ago Read More
  • The counter of a Taco Bell Cantina with beer taps and Taco Bell Twisted Freeze machines visible

    Taco Bell Vs Taco Bell Cantina: Here Are The Key Differences

    If you haven't been to a Taco Bell Cantina, you might be curious what makes these locations so special. Here's what sets them apart from regular Taco Bells.

    By JC Gonzalez 9 days ago Read More
  • Drive through menu at In-N-Out burger chain

    Why You Should Think Twice Before Making This Order Request At In-N-Out

    Think again before you make this request the next time you order a burger at In-N-Out. There's a reason why some people complain about it.

    By Robert Bruce 9 days ago Read More
  • In-N-Out Double Double burger and animal style fries

    What Type Of Onions Does In-N-Out Use For Its Burgers?

    In-N-Out is beloved for many reasons, but an often overlooked part of its charm is the type of onion it uses. Here's the delectable variety.

    By Amanda Berkey 9 days ago Read More
  • A Dunkin' Donuts shop in the 1980s.

    Here's What It Was Like To Eat At Dunkin' In The '80s

    Today, Dunkin' is all about convenience. But in the 1980s, the donut chain's atmosphere encouraged customers to stay a while. Here's what made it special.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 9 days ago Read More
  • Soda being poured into drinking glass filled with ice.

    The Vintage '70s In-N-Out Drinking Glasses You Should Always Look For While Thrifting

    If you're a vintage collector, keep an eye out for these classic vintage painted glasses that were popular at In-N-Out in the '70s and '80s.

    By JC Gonzalez 10 days ago Read More
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