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  • 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 6 hours ago Read More
  • Double-Double from In-N-Out served with a side of fries on a red tray

    Diners Say This Is The Biggest Problem With In-N-Out

    In-N-Out is a much-beloved fast food joint, but not everyone loves everything about it. In fact, there's one major issue that comes up time and time again.

    By Robert Bruce 8 hours ago Read More
  • McRib sandwich sitting on top of its box

    Why McDonald's Invented The McRib In The First Place

    McDonald's has had many fascinating menu items over the years, but few as enduringly mysterious as the McRib. Here's why it was invented.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 13 hours ago Read More
  • A spicy chicken sandwich on a plate with fries

    The 11 Best New Fast Food Chicken Sandwiches Of 2026 So Far

    These are the best new chicken sandwiches at fast food chain restaurants, based on rave reviews from diners, social media, and food lovers nationwide.

    By Stephanie Mee 22 hours ago Read More
  • Vanilla ice cream scoops are served with waffle cones and French fries

    8 Fast Food Chains Serving The Highest Quality Ice Cream

    When it comes to the ice cream served at fast food chains, not all are created equal, or even technically the real deal. Head to these spots for a proper scoop.

    By Jane Godiner 1 day ago Read More
  • Breaded fish sandwich with lettuce and tomato on a sesame seed bun

    McDonald's And Wendy's Use The Same Type Of Fish For Sandwiches — So Why Do They Taste So Different?

    McDonald's and Wendy's both use Alaska pollock for their fish sandwiches, yet they taste nothing alike. Here's where the key differences lie.

    By Amanda Berkey 2 days ago Read More
  • McDonald's Full Breakfast Meal with Hash Browns, Pancake, Scramble Egg, Biscuit, Sausage and a Coffee inside a McDonald's Restaurant

    The Southern Brand Behind McDonald's Pancakes

    McDonald's pancakes aren't made by the Golden Arches. This century-old Southern bakery became one of the chain's most vital breakfast partners.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 3 days ago Read More
  • All of the chicken items from McDonald's on a marble surface with their packages

    I Tried And Ranked Every Chicken Item At McDonald's

    Chicken lovers have plenty of options at McDonald's, but not all items are worth trying. After having taste-tested them, here are the ones we suggest you order.

    By Nikki Cervone 4 days ago Read More
  • Vintage cars outside an old McDonald's from the 1960s

    9 Ways McDonald's Was Different In The '60s Vs Today

    See what McDonald's was like in the 1960s, and while you might be not be surprised at the prices, there are many other ways the fast food giant has changed.

    By Stephanie Mee 6 days ago Read More
  • Fast food kitchen workers working with Trays of burgers and fries ready to be picked up by the customers at a local In n Out burger restaurant

    The In-N-Out Secret Menu Item That's Perfect For Vegetarians

    While many fans of In-N-Out frequent the burger chain for its fresh beef patties, there's one secret menu sandwich that's tailor-made for vegetarians.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 6 days ago Read More
  • Table in a KFC booth set with plates of fried chicken, rolls, coleslaw, and mashedpotatoes

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

    From fried chicken buffets to discontinued menu favorites, here’s what made eating at KFC in the '80s a very different experience than it is today.

    By Amanda Berkey 7 days ago Read More
  • Customers order food inside a Five Guys restaurant

    These 3 Words Are All You Need To Say For A Better Five Guys Burger

    Elevate your next Five Guys burger to even more flavorful heights by saying these three words. It's a simple ordering option that doesn't even cost extra.

    By Robert Bruce 7 days ago Read More
  • four In-N-Out burgers on a tray

    Most In-N-Out Customers Don't Know There Are 6 Ways To Order Onions

    In-N-Out is much beloved for all the ways you can customize your burger, including the six ways you can have the cooks prepare your onions.

    By JC Gonzalez 7 days ago Read More
  • A tray loaded with McDonald's breakfast options

    It Was On McDonald's Menu For 7 Years — The Egg McMuffin Fans Wish Would Return

    The Egg White Delight McMuffin had a solid seven-year run at McDonald's, yet it remains one of the most missed discontinued breakfast items.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 8 days ago Read More
  • Tray of food from Culver's restaurant

    Not Burgers Or Fish Sandwiches: Culver's Customers Say This Sandwich Is The Most Underrated

    You might be surprised that this particular Culver's sandwich impresses so many guests, since it's hardly a menu item that the chain is known for.

    By Jenna Rapsis 9 days ago Read More
  • Two boxes of donuts from Dunkin.

    Dunkin's Food Waste Policy Rubs Customers The Wrong Way — What Happens To Its Unsold Food?

    Some online videos indicate that Dunkin' appears to be dumping donuts that aren't sold by the end of the day. Here's what's really going on.

    By Tim Forster 10 days ago Read More
  • Person grabbing a happy meal box from drive-thru window.

    The McDonald's Happy Meal Promo From The '80s That Blows Modern Ones Out Of The Water

    This vintage Happy Meal was a product of its time in the best way, capturing a key part of '80s pop culture in an imaginative, child-friendly package.

    By Tara Bowen 13 days ago Read More
  • A hand holds an Egg McMuffin from McDonald's

    For The Best Egg McMuffin, Add This Crispy Side Into The Mix

    Shoving McDonald's most iconic crispy morning side dish directly inside an Egg McMuffin creates an instantly superior, texture-packed breakfast hack.

    By Audrey Farnsworth 15 days ago Read More
  • McDonald's Filet-O-Fish

    Make Your McDonald's Filet-O-Fish 20x Better And Order It Norwegian Style

    The Filet-O-Fish at McDonald's is a simple sandwich, which means it's ripe for experimentation. A great way to try it is Norwegian style.

    By Julia Mullaney 15 days ago Read More
  • Culver's ButterBurger and fries on a tray

    This Culver's Ordering Hack Gets You A Better Burger Every Time

    If you want to maximize the cheesy goodness of your next Culver's burger and enjoy a surprising twist on the bun, try this simple ordering hack.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 15 days ago Read More
  • Box of fried fish, crunchies, fries, and coleslaw from Long John Silver's

    The Popular Long John Silver's Option You Can Order That's Not On The Menu

    It's no secret that fast food fans love to order items that aren't on the official menu, and Long John Silver's offers its customers a truly compelling option.

    By Amanda Berkey 16 days ago Read More
  • A filet-o-fish sandwich on a blue McDonald's box

    The McDonald's Filet-O-Fish Commercial Jingle You Haven't Thought About In Years

    Remember the catchy "Give me back that Filet-O-Fish" singing mechanical fish from 2009? Revisit the iconic McDonald's commercial that became a hit.

    By Tara Bowen 17 days ago Read More
  • Fast food employee handing a bag of food to customer in drive-thru

    The 2 Classic Chains We Had No Idea Were Sister Restaurants

    There are plenty of sister chains in the restaurant business, but these two are a bit surprising. Here's what we know about the company that owns them.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 17 days ago Read More
  • 5 fast food chain milkshakes lined up next to each other in an outdoor setting.

    Not McDonald's, Not Culver's: The Best Fast Food Chocolate Milkshake Comes From This Chain

    We tasted over a dozen chain chocolate shakes, and the winner wasn't one you'd expect. The best shake had the perfect consistency and rich chocolate flavor.

    By Tim Forster 18 days ago Read More
  • A McDonald's apple pie in its white, green, and red cardboard sleeve sits on top of a closed box of food and beside an open container of French fries on a tabletop.

    Meet The Family Behind McDonald's Fried Apple Pie Recipe From The '60s

    The fried apple pie from McDonald's is back for a limited time, but we first saw it in the 1960s. Here's what we know about the family who developed the recipe.

    By Ryan Zanoni 18 days ago Read More
  • A Big Mac and an order of french fries from McDonald's

    Order This McDonald's Combo For Big Mac Fries Loaded With Toppings

    If you love McDonald's fries and the Big Mac, you'll want to try this ordering hack that combines the two (and another addition) to create saucy loaded fries.

    By Eugenia Lazaris 19 days ago Read More
  • A Wendy's Frostys in a line up

    How The Wendy's Frosty Cemented Its Place In American Dessert History

    Wendy’s Frosty has been a fast food dessert staple since the 1960s, and the story behind its famous taste and texture is almost as good as the treat itself.

    By Stephanie Mee 19 days ago Read More
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