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    The Signature Fast Food Dessert We Ranked The Best Is A Must-Have For Custard Lovers

    A restaurant chain that originated in Wisconsin earned the top spot on our list of fast food desserts thanks to its creamy, customizable frozen custard treat.

    By Eugenia Lazaris 4 months ago Read More
  • Dave's Hot Chicken

    16 Dave's Hot Chicken Menu Items, Ranked Worst To Best

    From chicken slides to Slushers to loaded fries, we tasted a variety of menu items to find out which one would come out on top. This one is our favorite.

    By Danny Axelrod 4 months ago Read More
  • A hand holding a Taco Bell Beef Chalupa

    The Spices Taco Bell Uses To Season Its Signature Beef

    Taco Bell's famous seasoned beef makes delicious tacos, and we're taking a close look at the spices the chain uses. Now, you might be able to recreate it.

    By Jolee Sullivan 4 months ago Read More
  • McDonald's food

    Don't Toss That McDonald's Receipt. It's The Key To Unlocking Secret Discounts

    McDonald's receipts often go straight to the trash after getting your order, but if you take the time to read one, it offers a surprising way to get free food.

    By Greta Pano 4 months ago Read More
  • Chick-fil-A meals on white table

    What To Order To Make Chick-Fil-A 'Nachos'

    Whether you've seen them on social media or are simply curious about Chick-fil-A nachos, here's how to try this fast food order, plus a few customized versions.

    By Julia Mullaney 4 months ago Read More
  • Assorted Burger King sauces in packets next to french fries, napkins, and a paper crown

    Every Burger King Dipping Sauce, Ranked Worst To Best

    Burger King's six signature sauces can be paired with burgers, chicken nuggets, fries, and more. We sampled each sauce and came up with our favorite.

    By Nikki Cervone 4 months ago Read More
  • Top down view of pile of chocolate chip cookies

    This Is How Many Cookies The McDonald's Cookie Tote Gets You

    Who doesn't love an ooey-gooey, delicious cookie? If you're looking to get your hands on the tasty treat, you'll want to check out the McDonald's cookie tote.

    By Sarah Lintakoon 4 months ago Read More
  • An interior shot of the Harry Reid International Airpirt in Las Vegas

    The 9 Hands-Down Best Eats At The Las Vegas Airport

    Las Vegas' Harry Reid airport has just as many delectable food options as the city itself. Take advantage of your layover and dine at one of these great spots.

    By Stephanie Mee 4 months ago Read More
  • Woman choosing fast food dessert from a display

    The One Signature Fast Food Dessert We're Never Buying Again

    While tasting and ranking 13 signature fast food desserts, Chowhound discovered that one wasn't worth adding to your meal no matter how much you're craving it.

    By Jenna Rapsis 5 months ago Read More
  • Taco Bell burrito and taco in a values box

    The Extra (And Free) Step For A Better Burrito At Taco Bell

    Looking to improve your next burrito at Taco Bell? Look no further, as this easy hack is delicious, free, and only requires one simple request.

    By Demi Phillips 5 months ago Read More
  • Panda Express takeout on a counter, featuring boxes of food, sauces, a fortune cookie, and a drink

    Does Panda Express Have Soup?

    Panda Express offers a wide array of rotating menu items, but what about soup? While its menu has featured soups in the past, can you still order it today?

    By Allie Fasanella 5 months ago Read More
  • Someone grabbing a bag from a drive thru window

    Enough With This TikTok Trend, Already. Fast Food Workers Have Better Things To Do

    TikTok has a trend related to everything under the sun, but if you have any consideration for fast food employees, you'll ditch these internet memes.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 5 months ago Read More
  • worker handing bag of food to customer through drive-thru window

    This Old School Ohio Burger Restaurant Used To Have A Giant Automobile Turntable In The Drive-Thru

    We didn't always have quick-and-easy drive-thrus like today. Some chains had to get creative, including this Ohio burger joint that used a car turntable.

    By Allie Fasanella 5 months ago Read More
  • Person picking up a Popeyes chicken wing from a box

    The Best Dip For Popeyes Ghost Pepper Wings Skips Using Sauce Entirely

    The next time you order Popeyes Ghost Pepper Wings, skip standard dipping sauces in favor of dunking your chicken in this side instead.

    By Alex Springer 5 months ago Read More
  • An array of fast food items on a yellow tabletop.

    Our Least Favorite Fast Food Burger Is Actually From A Popular Chain

    We tasted a dozen fast food burgers and the one that came last was underwhelming for many reasons, including the flavor of the meat and its hefty price tag.

    By Tim Forster 5 months ago Read More
  • a plate of orange chicken

    Want Panda Express Hot Orange Chicken Any Time? Get A Close Second With This Hack

    The spicier version of Panda Express' orange chicken is back in stores, though only for a limited time. But there is a hack to have the dish all year-round.

    By Sonora Slater 5 months ago Read More
  • Self serve kiosk in McDonald's.

    How To Hack The McDonald's Menu To Make A Budget-Friendly Chicken Salad

    Are you disappointed that McDonald's no longer offers salads? Us, too. Luckily, we discovered this smart ordering hack to make a cheap chicken salad ourselves.

    By Craig Mattson 5 months ago Read More
  • Jack in the Box food

    This Is When Jack In The Box Stops Serving Breakfast

    If you crave Jack in the Box breakfast at odd times of the day, here's the latest you can get your French toast sticks and other breakfast favorites.

    By Jane Chertoff 5 months ago Read More
  • Sonic drinks next to takeout bag on metal table

    How To Order Sonic's Whimsical Secret Menu Mermaid Drink

    Sonic is your one-stop shop for personalized soft drinks. But have you tried this popular secret menu item? Here's how to order Mermaid Water at Sonic.

    By Lauren Bulla 5 months ago Read More
  • Boxes and bags of various store-bought cheese curds and an order of Culver's Wisconsin Cheese Curds

    We Compared 4 Store-Bought Cheese Curds To Culver's And Only One Brand Makes The Cut

    Culver's Wisconsin Cheese Curds are downright delicious. Can any of the cheese curds available from the grocery store measure up? We decided to find out.

    By Emily M Alexander 5 months ago Read More
  • Exterior shot of an A&W restaurant

    A&W Root Beer: Which Came First The Soda Or The Restaurant?

    A&W is both a root beer and a fast food restaurant. Here's a look at which came first, how it all began more than a century ago, and its evolution since.

    By Tony Cooper 5 months ago Read More
  • quesadilla filled with chicken and veggies

    Chipotle's Ordering Hack For The Secret Menu Burritodilla

    Ordering hacks are a dime a dozen at chain restaurants, but Chipotle's secret menu burritodilla is worth trying if you love both burritos and quesadillas.

    By Jolee Sullivan 5 months ago Read More
  • A variety of Italian dishes on a table at Olive Garden

    11 Restaurant Secrets About Olive Garden

    From whether the breadsticks really are unlimited to frozen ingredients, here's every secret you need to know about restaurant chain Olive Garden

    By Stephanie Mee 5 months ago Read More
  • Taco Bell hot sauce packets.

    The Off-Menu Spicy Condiment You Can Whip Up At Taco Bell Using This Clever Combo

    The next time you're at Taco Bell, snag these two condiments to create one creamy, spicy sauce that's the perfect addition to most of the chain's menu items.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 5 months ago Read More
  • Chick-fil-a interior with food on table.

    The Absolute Best Chick-Fil-A Breakfast Item Isn't The Original Chicken Biscuit

    After trying all of the breakfast menu items available at Chick-fil-A, what ranked in the top spot wasn't what we expected. Here's what set it apart.

    By Jenna Rapsis 5 months ago Read More
  • Holding up a Burger King bag

    The Single Best Burger At Burger King Isn't The Original Whopper

    While the Whopper might be the first burger that comes to mind when considering Burger King's menu, we're confident it's not the chain's best. This burger is.

    By Tony Cooper 5 months ago Read More
  • birdseye view of several popeyes meals

    Popeyes Is Responsible For The Worst Fast Food Signature Sauce: Avoid This Flavor

    Every fast food chain has some kind of signature sauce, if not several. After trying many of them, we found this Popeyes sauce to be the absolute worst.

    By Tara Bowen 5 months ago Read More
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