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  • a Potbelly Sanwich Works sandwich

    The Fast Food Restaurant That Got Its Start In An Antique Shop

    This sandwich shop founded in Chicago in the 1970s was originally operated out of an antique shop. Here's how it got its name and its big break.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 8 months ago Read More
  • Crispy quinoa-coated veggie burgers topped with chives, tomatoes, radishes, on a wooden board

    Is Your Fast Food Veggie Burger Actually Made From Vegetables?

    Looking for a vegetarian or vegan-friendly fast food burger that is actually made from vegetables? Here's why you may struggle and what they're often made of.

    By Sean Pagnotti 8 months ago Read More
  • Two McDonald's McFlurry cups with wooden spoons on a table

    The McDonald's McFlurry Only Available In Canada That We Wish We Could Try

    The McDonald's McFlurry is a popular fast food dessert, but there's a special flavor only available in Canada that we're dying to try.

    By Raven Brunner 8 months ago Read More
  • Burger King sign sits against a blue sky with clouds

    The 10 Worst Scandals In Burger King History

    Burger King has been around for decades, and the chain has seen its fair share of controversies since it first opened its doors in the 1950s.

    By Isabella Kostolni 8 months ago Read More
  • a variety of Shake Shack items

    This Is The Absolute Best Burger You Can Order At Shake Shack

    While fast food fans appreciate Shake Shack for its many sandwiches, snacks, sides, and desserts, there's one burger that you shouldn't overlook.

    By Sonora Slater 8 months ago Read More
  • Interior of Burger King with breakfast advertisement

    The Classic Burger King Breakfast Sandwich You Should Honestly Avoid Ordering

    Sometimes only a Burger King breakfast will do but, in ranking items from the fast food chain's early morning menu, Chowhound discovered one was best avoided.

    By Maggie Peña 8 months ago Read More
  • Fast food soda with ice and straw close-up

    The Beloved Fast Food Ice That You Can Buy In Bulk

    There's one chain's ice that fast food fans can't stop talking about, and luckily, it's available to purchase in bulk. Here's what you should know.

    By Karen Hart 8 months ago Read More
  • Overhead shot of McDonald's breakfast items

    Every Ingredient In McDonald's Scrambled Eggs (Hint, It's Not Just Eggs)

    If you've ever wondered what, exactly, is in McDonald's scrambled eggs, we have the answer. There's more to this breakfast item than you might think.

    By Jessica Riggio 8 months ago Read More
  • Roast beef and cheddar sandwich on onion roll

    How To Recreate Arby's Iconic Onion Bun At Home

    If you love the famous onion buns that grace Arby's Beef 'n Cheddar sandwiches, fear not. You don't have to go to the drive-thru to get them.

    By Dhruv Trivedi 8 months ago Read More
  • McDonald's breakfast sandwiches and coffee on counter

    Why McDonald's No Longer Serves All-Day Breakfast

    McDonald's all-day breakfast menu was huge hit, so why did it go away in 2020? The answer is not as obvious as you may think. Here's the inside story.

    By Julia Mullaney 8 months ago Read More
  • McDonald's breakfast sandwiches with hash browns and coffee

    The Best McDonald's Breakfast Sandwich Is A Classic For A Reason

    A McDonald's pitstop is synonymous with breakfast to-go on your morning commute. Which McDonald's breakfast sandwich did we rate as the absolute best?

    By Jessica Riggio 8 months ago Read More
  • Arby's sauce bottles on a grocery store shelf

    The Sauce We Reach For First At Arby's Every Time

    Arby's sandwiches aren't the same without the sauces. Our favorite Arby's sauce is tangy, vinegary, and goes perfectly with the Classic Roast Beef sandwich.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 8 months ago Read More
  • A Subway restaurant employee prepares a sandwich behind the counter.

    What Went Wrong With Subway's Breakfast Menu?

    Many Subway fans don't even realize that this sandwich chain has a breakfast menu, but it hasn't been the success that its lunch and dinner menus have been.

    By Andy Hume 8 months ago Read More
  • woman holding a fast food chicken sandwich

    5 Classic Fast Food Chicken Sandwiches You Can Still Order Today

    While some of our favorite fast food menu items have been discontinued, we're grateful that these five classic chicken sandwiches are still up for grabs.

    By Sarah Lintakoon 8 months ago Read More
  • Carl's Jr. burger, fries, chicken stars, and drink

    This Is The Best Burger You Can Order At Carl's Jr.

    Despite its limited locations, there is plenty of good food to order off the menu at Carl’s Jr., including Chowhound’s choice for its best burger.

    By Amara Michelle 8 months ago Read More
  • In-N-Out burger and fries

    The Ethical Reason Some People Avoid Ordering In-N-Out

    West Coast-based burger chain In-N-Out is beloved by many customers. However, in 2016, the fast food chain caught the attention of some consumer groups.

    By Jackson Williams 8 months ago Read More
  • In and Out Burger sign

    Why So Many Fast Food Restaurants Have A Red Logo

    There are tons of fast food logos that use the color red. But did you know that there's actually a scientific reason why this color choice is so popular?

    By Emmy Schneider-Green 8 months ago Read More
  • Hand grabbing burger box out of paper bag

    Every Culver's Burger, Ranked

    The Culver's ButterBurger is a Midwestern classic, but is it really the best this fast food joint has to offer? Here's how all of Culver's burgers stack up.

    By Michelle McGlinn 8 months ago Read More
  • McDonald's bag being handed to drive-thru driver

    Give Your McDouble A Crunchy Twist With This McDonald's Ordering Hack

    On your next visit to McDonald's, go beyond the basic McDouble by combining it with another favorite menu item for the ultimate crunchy burger hack.

    By Julia Mullaney 8 months ago Read More
  • McDonald's breakfast drive-thru menu

    The Overpriced McDonald's Breakfast Sandwich You Should Avoid Ordering

    Many fans of McDonald's appreciate the chain for its breakfast options, but there's one morning sandwich that you should avoid. Here's what to know.

    By Eloise Rollins-Fife 8 months ago Read More
  • Four hands pulling slices from a pizza in a box

    Are Pizza Chains Considered Fast Food?

    When you imagine fast food, places like McDonald's or Taco Bell come to mind, but what about pizza chains? We definitively answer if they're fast food or not.

    By Sonora Slater 8 months ago Read More
  • A hand holding an order of McDonald's fries

    McDonald's Fries In This Country Have Way Fewer Ingredients Than In The US

    Everyone makes french fries a little different. For example, this country's McDonald's uses fewer ingredients than McDonald's in the United States.

    By Tony Cooper 8 months ago Read More
  • A cup with branding for McDonald's $1, $2, $3 Dollar Menu

    Are Fast Food Dollar Menus A Thing Of The Past?

    If you're old enough, you probably remember the dollar menus that fast food restaurants offered, allowing you to eat a hefty amount for a cheap price.

    By Richard DiCicco 8 months ago Read More
  • Hand holding a Dairy Queen Blizzard

    The Popular Dairy Queen Ice Cream Topping You Should Be Ordering On The Side With Your Next Blizzard

    The next time you're getting a Blizzard at Dairy Queen, remember this one simple hack that will elevate your experience into something magical.

    By Aspen Oblewski 8 months ago Read More
  • A container of curly fries

    How Restaurants Make Curly Fries

    How do restaurants turn spuds into spiral strings of curly fries, and what goes into that thick, punchy seasoning on top? Here are all your questions answered.

    By Dhruv Trivedi 8 months ago Read More
  • McDonald's breakfast items

    Did McDonald's Ever Have A Breakfast Buffet?

    It was late at night, and you woke up in a sweat wondering: "Did McDonald's ever have a breakfast buffet? Was I dreaming?" You might be surprised at the answer.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 8 months ago Read More
  • woman in drive-thru window hands customer McDonald's order

    The McDonald's Dessert Ordering Hack You Need To Know

    McDonald's has more than its fair share of delicious desserts, but that doesn't mean there isn't room for this secret menu-style ordering hack for a better one.

    By Megan Lim 8 months ago Read More
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