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Why McDonald's Stopped Using The Premade Burger Bin System

staff@chowhound.com (JC Gonzalez) — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 12:05:00 +0000

Remember the old McDonald's system of warm bins stocked with premade burgers, ready to be served in a flash? There's a reason you don't see that anymore.

Becoming A Culver's 'Grill Master' Is No Easy Feat — The Title Must Be Earned

staff@chowhound.com (Ryan Zanoni) — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 03:25:00 +0000

Getting the role of grill master at Culver's involves a months-long training process. Here's what it takes to be entrusted with the position.

How Much A 4-Piece McNuggets Cost At McDonald's In The '80s Vs 2026

staff@chowhound.com (Robert Bruce) — Sat, 13 Jun 2026 12:05:00 +0000

Curious how the prices of McDonald's Chicken McNuggets have changed since the 1980s? The numbers, especially when adjusted for inflation, may surprise you.

In The 2000s, McDonald's Owned This Once-Popular Fast Food Chain You Probably Forgot About

staff@chowhound.com (Nicole M. LaMarco) — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 23:25:00 +0000

If you used to love this homestyle fast food restaurant that offered rotisserie chicken and comfort food, you'll be surprised to know its complicated history.

McDonald's Best-Selling Item Is A Classic For A Reason

staff@chowhound.com (Hilary Wheelan Remley) — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:05:00 +0000

McDonald's is one of the biggest names in fast food globally. Its best-selling item is an all-time classic, and the chain sells millions of pounds daily.

The Strict Rule All Culver's Franchise Owners Must Follow

staff@chowhound.com (Andrew Amelinckx) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:25:00 +0000

Culver's has some pretty strict franchising standards to maintain consistently high-quality service and food. This one in particular might surprise you.

Culver's Unique Birthday Rewards Let You Enjoy Free Custard Twice A Year

staff@chowhound.com (Amanda Berkey) — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:05:00 +0000

Restaurant birthday freebies are no new thing, but Culver's has a unique birthday rewards offer that will see you eating free custard twice a year, not once.

This Ridiculously Affordable Arby's Deal From The '90s Could Never Exist Today

staff@chowhound.com (Audrey Farnsworth) — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 00:25:00 +0000

In the 1990s, Arby's launched a promotion that offered customers a generous amount of food for a price so low it would be practically unthinkable now.

Americans May Never Get To Try This Wendy's Frosty Flavor (And It Pains Our Hearts)

staff@chowhound.com (Audrey Farnsworth) — Sun, 07 Jun 2026 19:35:00 +0000

There are some sweet treats we're destined to only wonder about instead of tasting, and this limited-edition Frosty flavor across the pond is one of them.

The Key Difference Between McDonald's And In-N-Out's Beef

staff@chowhound.com (Brianna Gunter) — Sun, 07 Jun 2026 10:05:00 +0000

McDonald's and In-N-Out are two of the most recognized and beloved fast food chains, but their beef isn't as similar as you might think. Here's what to know.

Why You Should Never Order This In-N-Out Item Straight From The Menu

staff@chowhound.com (Eugenia Lazaris) — Sat, 06 Jun 2026 17:35:00 +0000

When it comes to what's hit or miss on In-N-Out's menu, this one item tends to be a miss, although there are ordering hacks that make it much, much better.

7 International KFC Items We Wish Were In The US

staff@chowhound.com (Hilary Wheelan Remley) — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 22:25:00 +0000

KFC may be known for its standard hits as much as its limited-time offerings, but these are the menu items from outside the United States we'd like to import.

The 3 Fast Food Chains With The Highest Overall Sales In 2026 So Far

staff@chowhound.com (Brianna Gunter) — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 15:05:00 +0000

The three fast food chains with the highest sales overall so far in 2026 show that, as far as consumer appetites go, some things never change.

One Beloved Midwestern Fast Food Chain Has Been Family Owned Since The 1980s And Is Still Going Strong Today

staff@chowhound.com (Brianna Gunter) — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 03:25:00 +0000

Most fast food chains aren't family-owned, but this iconic Midwestern eatery is a family affair, just as it has been since its founding in 1984.

The Chain With The Hands-Down Best BLT Sets The Standard For Perfectly Balanced Sandwiches

staff@chowhound.com (Tim Forster) — Sun, 31 May 2026 20:05:00 +0000

Chowhound tried and ranked eight chain restaurant BLTs. This simple take on the classic sandwich featured the perfect amount of bacon, lettuce, and tomato.

The McDonald's Ordering Hack That Upgrades The Caramel Sundae

staff@chowhound.com (Julia Mullaney) — Sat, 30 May 2026 22:05:00 +0000

For fans of McDonald's caramel sundaes, there's one Golden Arches ordering hack you need to try if you want to take the frozen dessert to the next level.

I Tried Spicy Chicken Sandwiches From 8 Fast Food Chains And Ranked Them

staff@chowhound.com (Liz Jaros) — Fri, 29 May 2026 12:15:00 +0000

Spicy chicken sandwiches are on just about every fast food menu, so we set out to find the very best. After trying eight of them, here's our absolute favorite.

How Much A Bucket Of Chicken At KFC Cost In The 1960s Vs 2026

staff@chowhound.com (Julia Mullaney) — Thu, 28 May 2026 22:25:00 +0000

Accounting for inflation, the 1967 price of KFC's chicken bucket is about the same in today's dollars. Unless you count the sides it used to come with, that is.

The Unlikely Kitchen Tool Culver's Used To Make The First ButterBurgers

staff@chowhound.com (Amber Sutherland-Namako) — Thu, 28 May 2026 12:05:00 +0000

Culver's has been a beloved fast food chain for over 40 years. One quirk of its history is the unexpected tool it used when it started making its ButterBurgers.

The Retro '30s Fast Food Chain That Built A Small Empire In Ohio (It Still Exists)

staff@chowhound.com (Robert Bruce) — Tue, 26 May 2026 16:25:00 +0000

One retro fast food chain from the 1930s got its start in Ohio, and it never really left. That's fine, because it's easily an Ohio favorite to this day.