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  • chicken strips on a plate with fries and sauces

    Give Fast Food A Break And Snag These Chicken Strips From Aldi Instead

    If there's one thing nearly everyone can enjoy, it's a good chicken strip. Instead of hitting the drive-thru, try these frozen chicken strips from Aldi.

    By Allie Fasanella 6 months ago Read More
  • McDonald's Filet-O-Fish

    The Only Addition You Need For A Superior McDonald's Filet-O-Fish

    McDonald's Filet-O-Fish is a classic for a reason but if you want to take your sandwich to the next level just one free-of-charge addition will do exactly that.

    By Julia Mullaney 6 months ago Read More
  • A selection of Jack in the Box food, wrapped on a counter.

    The Worst Jack In The Box Menu Item Flops In The Face Of Its Competitors

    From tacos to all-day breakfast, Jack in the Box's menu is expansive. We singled out this classic item as one you're best off ordering at other chains.

    By Tim Forster 6 months ago Read More
  • Bottle of Sweet Baby Ray's Secret Sauce next to burger topped with sauce

    The Sweet Baby Ray's Sauce That Has Sparked Comparisons To A Fast Food Favorite

    There's one tangy, sweet, and slightly spicy Sweet Baby Ray's sauce that everyone is comparing to a fast food dipping sauce favorite. Here's what it is.

    By Amanda Berkey 6 months ago Read More
  • Interior of a Cracker Barrel restaurant

    13 Discontinued Cracker Barrel Items That Left Us Way Too Soon

    Cracker Barrel is a staple for many, but did you know about these 23 items that were universally loved but disappeared from the menu too soon?

    By Jennifer Geer 6 months ago Read More
  • Two McDonald's McFlurrys with spoons in them sitting side by side on a wooden surface

    17 McDonald's McFlurry Flavors That Don't Exist, But Definitely Should

    McDonald's typically offers only two McFlurry flavors in the U.S.: Oreos and M&M's. If we were in charge, here are the McFlurry flavors we'd add to the menu.

    By Audrey Farnsworth 6 months ago Read More
  • Big Mac meal

    Make This Bun Request At McDonald's For An Even Better Sandwich

    If you know the right way to ask, you can customize your McDonald's burger to have an even better bun than you thought. Here's how to do it.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 6 months ago Read More
  • blue and red frozen slushies

    The Burger King Hack That Will Totally Transform Your Next Icee

    From Frozen Coke to Frozen Fanta Strawberry, Burger King's Icees are delicious as is, but this menu hack will get you an irresistibly creamy sweet treat.

    By Jolee Sullivan 6 months ago Read More
  • The interior of an empty Subway restaurant

    The Worst Sandwich You Can Order At Subway According To Our Taste Test

    Subway offers lots of different sandwich options, but which one is the least worth your time? We tried most of them and can offer a recommendation.

    By Robert Bruce 6 months ago Read More
  • McDonald's Tangy BBQ sauce

    The Store-Bought Sauce You Should Grab For That McDonald's BBQ Sauce Flavor

    Craving McDonald's BBQ sauce? You can find a version of it outside of the drive-thru line if you grab this dupe at your local grocery store.

    By Julia Mullaney 6 months ago Read More
  • McDonald's Big Mac and fries

    Recreating McDonald's Burger Seasoning At Home Is Simple — As Long As You Know This Golden Ratio

    McDonald's burgers are seasoned with a simple combination of salt and pepper, but to nail the flavor, you'll need to use just the right amount of each.

    By Julia Mullaney 6 months ago Read More
  • Arby's sandwich, curly fries, box, and a drink on a table

    The Arby's Ordering Hack For A Better French Dip Sandwich

    One of the more popular items on the Arby's menu is the French Dip & Swiss. For an arguably better version, try this off-the-menu variation.

    By Robert Bruce 6 months ago Read More
  • A collage of 6-inch subs with the Subway logo above them

    9 Unexpected Subway Sandwich Orders That Totally Work

    Many of us have a go-to Subway order, but these unusual sandwich choices are a great way to shake up your lunchtime routine with new flavors.

    By Orianna McDavid 6 months ago Read More
  • KFC breakfast items from outside of the United States

    15 KFC Breakfast Items You'll Only Find In Other Countries

    KFC for breakfast? Internationally, the KFC menu features some intriguing breakfast times. We take a look at some of the tastiest options.

    By Audrey Farnsworth 6 months ago Read More
  • McDonald's meal on tray

    If You Love McDonald's And UFOs, There's One Location You Have To Put On Your Bucket List

    If you brake for both McDonald's restaurants and kitschy UFO tourist hot spots, this Mickey D's will satisfy all of your alien and food cravings.

    By Greta Pano 6 months ago Read More
  • Hand holding burger

    5 Fast Food Chains That Will Serve You A Burger At Breakfast Time

    When the stomach wants what it wants, it doesn't care what time it is. If you want a delicious burger for breakfast, check out one of these fast food chains.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 6 months ago Read More
  • metal bucket full of fried chicken

    The Vintage Fried Chicken Chain From Iowa That Could Have Been As Big As KFC

    KFC used to compete with another fried chicken chain, but the vintage fast food spot is no longer open today. Here's why it went out of business.

    By Sarah Lintakoon 6 months ago Read More
  • Whataburger drink cup

    The Whataburger Secret Menu Dessert To Try If You Can't Decide Between A Pie Or A Shake

    Making your own delicious dessert combination in Whataburger is an absolute cinch, providing you know what to order and are willing to construct it yourself.

    By Tara Bowen 6 months ago Read More
  • exterior of Mcdonald's restaurant against a bright blue sky

    13 Facts About McDonald's Breakfast Only A True Fan Would Know

    With its hash browns and McMuffins, McDonald's breakfast menu is known to many. But only real fans would know these things about its history and current lineup.

    By Claire Hsu 6 months ago Read More
  • woman holding lemonade in a plastic cup

    The Best Fast Food Chain Lemonade Has The Perfect Balance Of Sweet And Sour

    When you buy lemonade from a fast food restaurant, your expectations are likely pretty low. However, one new lemonade recipe tastes farmstand fresh.

    By Amara Michelle 6 months ago Read More
  • IHOP, McDonald's, Applebees signs and salads

    11 Chain Restaurant Salads You Should Skip, According To Reviews

    Not all restaurant salads are created equal. We take a deep dive into both fast food and casual dining chains to see which salads you should skip.

    By Katie Melynn 6 months ago Read More
  • A plate of Filipino spaghetti from Jollibee, topped with cheese, hot dogs, and spaghetti sauce

    For The Real Deal Filipino Version Of Jollibee Spaghetti, You Need One Specific Sauce

    The spaghetti served at Jollibee's U.S. locations isn't the same as what you'll find in the Philippines, because it's missing a major ingredient.

    By Macy Sandel 6 months ago Read More
  • McNugget being dipped in sauce

    The Discontinued McDonald's Condiment That Once Sold For Nearly $10,000 On eBay

    McDonald's may have built their brand off of inexpensive pricing, but their discontinued items can come with massive price tags on reselling sites like eBay.

    By Sarah Lintakoon 6 months ago Read More
  • Gas station in Utah desert

    The Western-Themed Gas Station Serving Up Crowd Pleasing Bites

    Though they don't always get the most respect for food selection, this Western-style gas station chain has been gaining a reputation for fun and fabulous food.

    By Sarah Lintakoon 6 months ago Read More
  • McDonald's foods displayed on a tray

    The Brilliantly Simple McDonald's Hack That Lets You Enjoy An Off-Menu Sandwich

    McDonald's might not technically serve this classic sandwich, but ordering it is relatively simple once you know what to ask for, or rather what to leave out.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 6 months ago Read More
  • A selection of chain restaurant desserts

    The 12 Best Chain Restaurant Desserts Worth Saving Room For

    When you think of sweets, your favorite chain restaurant might not come to mind. However, these are 12 of the best desserts that are worth your consideration.

    By Alex Springer 6 months ago Read More
  • Dairy Queen Blizzard sign

    Dairy Queen's Worst Blizzard Is Unfortunately A Creamy Classic We Had Hopes For

    Dairy Queen's worst Blizzard isn't actually a terrible treat, but unfortunately it comes in last because it falls short of all of DQ's other Blizzard options.

    By Aspen Oblewski 6 months ago Read More
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