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  • A slice of Baja Blast pie on a plate

    Review: Taco Bell's Mountain Dew Baja Blast Pie Is The Pinnacle Of Fast Food Desserts

    We got an early bite of Taco Bell's just-in-time-for-Thanksgiving dessert, and the results of our taste test were as shocking as the pie's Frankenstein hue.

    By David Klein 1 month ago Read More
  • Several defunct fast food sauces on a blue background

    16 Limited-Time Fast Food Sauces We Still Dream About

    When it comes to fast food, the sauce is often what makes the meal. With chains frequently discontinuing signature dips, these are the ones we miss most.

    By Hayley Verdeyen 1 month ago Read More
  • A Chick-fil-A storefront

    10 Hacks For Ordering Chick-Fil-A Everyone Should Know

    Looking to elevate your order at Chick-fil-A? Try some of our best menu hacks from this fried chicken chain. You just might find a new favorite.

    By Alex Springer 1 month ago Read More
  • Basket of Raising Cane's chicken fingers, fries, toast, slaw, and dipping sauce

    Raising Cane's Was Expected To Fail: How The Chicken-Finger-Only Empire Beat The Odds

    Raising Cane's is a success story built on resilience. What was originally a failed assignment turned into a billion-dollar achievement. Here's how it was done.

    By Sean Pagnotti 1 month ago Read More
  • A plate of fried chicken

    5 Fried Chicken Chains With The Best Quality Meat And 4 With The Worst, According To Reviews

    From Popeyes to Chick-fil-A to Raising Canes, we examine these popular chains to see what customers are saying. The results might surprise you.

    By Sean Kelly 1 month ago Read More
  • Vintage ad of McDonald's chopped beefsteak sandwich

    The Discontinued Fast Food 'Steak' Sandwiches You've Probably Forgotten About

    Two of the biggest names in the fast food business once sold steak sandwiches that have since been forgotten. Here's what to know about them.

    By Amanda Berkey 1 month ago Read More
  • Hands pass a takeout bag through a thru window to a person in a car.

    The World's Largest Restaurant Company Owns 61,000 Chains

    Did you know that popular chains like Taco Bell, KFC, and Pizza Hut have one thing in common? They're all owned by the same major restaurant group.

    By Emmy Schneider-Green 1 month ago Read More
  • Fast food sandwiches

    The Popular Fast Food Chain You Can Find In Almost Every US State (Besides These 2)

    One widely known fast food chain has locations in almost every state in the country, but there are two holdouts that aren't home to even one.

    By Julia Mullaney 1 month ago Read More
  • Two rows of hot dogs in their takeout containers and packagings

    7 Fast Food Chain Hot Dogs, Ranked Worst To Best

    For those who prefer a hot dog over a burger when eating at a fast food restaurant, we found the ones worth ordering and the ones you can skip.

    By Nikki Cervone 1 month ago Read More
  • Panda Express meal with a drink

    Which Panda Express Order Comes With A Drink: Plate, Bowl Or Bundle?

    If you're a loyal Panda Express customer, you probably already know that most menu options don't come with a drink. Luckily, there is one exception.

    By Jennifer Magid 1 month ago Read More
  • Pagoda Asian Grill sign

    The Fast-Casual P.F. Chang's Spinoff You May Not Know About

    No matter where you go in America, you'll find a P.F. Changs to sit down at. Its latest spin-off, however, flies a bit more under the radar.

    By Jennifer Magid 1 month ago Read More
  • Four fast food sandwiches, the grilled McDonald's chicken sandwich, the Ch'King, the Yumbo and the French Toaster Breakfast sandwich on a green background.

    10 Discontinued Fast Food Sandwiches We Wish We Could Have Back

    Fast food chains release and discontinue items to keep things fresh and exciting, but customers are still sad these sandwiches are no longer on the menu.

    By Indio Myles 1 month ago Read More
  • three take orders of wings against background

    Where To Find The Best Chicken Wings In Every US State

    Chicken wings are easy to come by, but finding good ones isn't always a walk in the park. Here is where to find the best ones in your state.

    By Jon Dempsey 1 month ago Read More
  • Sliced Italian subs stacked on a white table

    6 Chain Italian Subs, Ranked Worst To Best

    With meat, cheese, and vegetables piled high, the classic Italian is a fan favorite. We tried six chains' take on the sub to decide which we liked the most.

    By Michelle McGlinn 1 month ago Read More
  • Kids' meal in the shape of a car

    The Kids' Meal Isn't Just For Kids Anymore: Why More Adults Are Going With This Restaurant Option

    Trends are showing more adults ordering from the kids' menu at restaurants. Here's what has older folks opting for a Happy Meal instead of a Big Mac.

    By Dhruv Trivedi 1 month ago Read More
  • Person holding drink tray with two McDonald's cups

    You Can Only Get This Popular Drink At McDonald's In One Country

    McDonald's is known to have different menus in different countries. Take this beloved beverage, for instance, which you won't find at the chain Stateside.

    By Eugenia Lazaris 1 month ago Read More
  • KFC bag on a table

    5 Items You Should Always Avoid Ordering From KFC, According To Reviews

    While there are plenty of items on KFC's menu that customers rave about, there are some they simply despise and warn others against ordering. Here they are.

    By Audrey Farnsworth 2 months ago Read More
  • English muffin, scrumbled egg, ham, and cheese breakfast sandwich on a cutting board

    The Chain With The Absolute Cheapest Breakfast Sandwich Might Come As A Shock

    Discover which fast food chain serves the cheapest breakfast sandwich and how it keeps prices low without sacrificing flavor or convenience.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 2 months ago Read More
  • Fast food wings with a 1 out of 5 star rating on a red background

    The 7 Worst Fast Food Chicken Wings Of All Time, Based On Reviews

    Plenty of fast food spots offer chicken wings covered in sauce. But there are some places you are better off skipping. See which ones made our list.

    By Becki Robins 2 months ago Read More
  • Raising Cane's sign

    Raising Cane's National Chicken Finger Day Is Bigger Than You Think

    Raising Cane's has the market cornered on chicken fingers, to the point it started National Chicken Finger Day. What was once a Cane's exclusive has now grown.

    By Jennifer Magid 2 months ago Read More
  • Several sandwiches from Firehouse Subs laid out over a wooden table

    The Ultimate Ranking Of Firehouse Subs' Sandwiches

    From meatball subs to a classic Italian, Firehouse Subs offers a wide assortment of hoagies. Of the nine we tried, there's one in particular we'd order again.

    By Sarah Dealy 2 months ago Read More
  • Raising Cane's exterior with inflatable dog

    Is Raising Cane's Caniac Club Worth Joining? Here's What You Get As A Member

    Raising Cane's easily has some of the best chicken fingers on the market, but how good is its rewards program, the Caniac Club? Here's what you should know.

    By Jennifer Magid 2 months ago Read More
  • Drew Brees smiling

    Super Bowl MVP Drew Brees Owns Part Of This Popular Sandwich Franchise

    Former New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees was a superstar on the field, but he also shines in the restaurant biz with investments in this sandwich chain.

    By Julia Mullaney 2 months ago Read More
  • Steakburgers and fries from Steak 'n Shake

    7 Steak 'N Shake Burgers Ranked Worst To Best

    We taste tested seven burgers from the Steak 'n Shake menu and although all were good, some exceeded our expectations to a distinct top three on a ranking list.

    By Juniper Finch 2 months ago Read More
  • McDonald's meal

    The Discontinued 1970s McDonald's Snack We Desperately Want To Try

    Many McDonald's menu items have come and gone over the years, but this 1970s predecessor to the chain's McNuggets is one snack we wish we could try today.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 2 months ago Read More
  • McDonald's items on a tray.

    The McDonald's Fish Item That Didn't Even Last 3 Months On The Menu

    Ever wonder what a cross between Chicken McNuggets and a Filet-O-Fish would look like? McDonald's made in 2012, and it didn't take long to disappear.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 2 months ago Read More
  • Orange juice with oranges

    Find This Once-Popular Drink Chain Quietly Thriving Through A Fast Food Giant

    There are many forgotten drinks and drink chains in food history, but this one still manages to thrive by hiding inside a fast food giant.

    By Julia Mullaney 2 months ago Read More
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