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  • A Burger King Whopper Jr. in a paper wrapper on a table

    What's The Difference Between A Burger King Whopper And A Whopper Jr?

    Is the Whopper Jr. just a baby Whopper? Sizes to toppings and nutrition content, here's the difference between the Burger King Whopper and Whopper Jr.

    By Buffy Naillon 10 months ago Read More
  • A hash brown sitting on a wood block

    Save Your Money And Avoid Ordering These Fast Food Hash Browns

    If you're looking for a tasty fast food breakfast, along with a side of hash browns, there's one place you might want to avoid ordering at. Here's why.

    By Raven Brunner 10 months ago Read More
  • Server holding out coffee and takeout meal to-go

    The 6 Fast Food Chains That Have The Highest-Protein Breakfast

    It's important to start your day with protein. If you don't have time to cook breakfast, choose one of these fast food chains for their highest-protein options.

    By Jackson Williams 10 months ago Read More
  • Confetti falls in front of bright screen

    Taco Bell Just Announced Several New Mouthwatering Menu Items Launching This Year

    Looking to try out something new at Taco Bell in 2025? Here are the latest, mouth-watering offerings, along with some old faves, that will be coming soon.

    By Camryn Teder 10 months ago Read More
  • Taco Bell's chicken nuggets pictured with sauces.

    Taco Bell Brings The Hype With The Return Of A Crispy Chicken Fan Favorite

    Taco Bell temporarily released chicken nuggets in late 2024, and now they're officially returning to menus, along with some new sauces. Here's what to know.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 10 months ago Read More
  • woman serving generic fast food

    What Is Canada's Most Popular Fast Food Chain?

    McDonalds may be the world's biggest fast food chain, but not in Canada, where this franchise has dominated above all others, without burgers on the menu.

    By Lauren Dozier 10 months ago Read More
  • Palms casino resort

    The Bougie Partnership Carl's Jr. Once Had With A Fancy Casino Resort

    When you think of Carl's Jr., affordable hamburgers come to mind, which is why its mid-2000s partnership with a fancy Las Vegas casino may surprise you.

    By Tony Cooper 10 months ago Read More
  • Shake Shack french fries in a paper container on a wooden table

    Are Shake Shack's Fries Gluten-Free?

    Before you pile on the truffle parm, bacon, and cheese sauce, find out if those crispy Shake Shack crinkle cut fries are really gluten-free.

    By Jonathan Kesh 10 months ago Read More
  • Bacon smash burger with cheese and barbecue sauce

    This Food Network Host Has Fond Memories Of Enjoying Carl's Jr. Burgers

    Carl's Jr. is home to several signature burgers, including the saucy Western Bacon Cheeseburger, which this Food Network host and cookbook author ate as a kid.

    By Ginny Johnson 10 months ago Read More
  • A McDonald's Shamrock Shake with whipped cream

    What Flavor Is McDonald's Shamrock Shake, Anyway?

    If you can't get enough of McDonald's Shamrock Shake, or are looking to try it out for the first time, here's what the iconic green shake really tastes like.

    By Camryn Teder 10 months ago Read More
  • A woman ordering at a fast food counter

    The Popular Fast Food Chain Pie That Really Is The Best

    Various fast food chains offer their own signature dessert pies. But among the vast selection, there's one sweet option that stands out from the competition.

    By Tara Bowen 10 months ago Read More
  • Alton Brown stands at a podium in front of a Food Network backdrop

    The Only Fast Food Restaurant That Passes The Vibe Check For Alton Brown

    Alton Brown is generally critical of fast food chains, but there is one restaurant that he will still go to if the craving strikes. Here's what it is.

    By Jessica Santina 10 months ago Read More
  • A Taco Bell logo surrounded by various menu items

    10 Menu Items You Should Avoid Ordering At Taco Bell

    Whether it's a price point mismatch or a better version elsewhere on the menu, these items aren't worth ordering on your next trip to Taco Bell.

    By Alex Springer 10 months ago Read More
  • Wendy's Breakfast Baconator with potato wedges and coffee

    Does Wendy's Serve The Breakfast Baconator All Day?

    The Baconator is one of the most popular items on the Wendy's menu for extra-hungry customers. However, can you truly get one at any time of the day?

    By Jackson Williams 10 months ago Read More
  • Chick-fil-A packaging

    What To Order At Chick-Fil-A For High Protein Goals

    Even if you're eating healthy, no one is immune to the occasional fast food craving. Luckily, Chick-fil-A has options to help you meet your high protein goals.

    By Camryn Teder 10 months ago Read More
  • close up of breakfast sandwich

    Which Fast Food Chain Introduced The Breakfast Sandwich?

    The fast food restaurant that came up with the first breakfast sandwich may not be who you think it is. In fact, their competitor lagged behind a few years.

    By Sarah Lintakoon 10 months ago Read More
  • assorted fast food chain store fronts with two engagement bands

    9 Fast Food And Restaurant Chains Where You Can Get Married

    You might be used to going to your favorite fast food chain on a date, but have you ever considered getting married there? At these chains, you can.

    By Zoe Baillargeon 10 months ago Read More
  • up close picture of Burger King Candied Bacon Whopper

    What To Know About Burger King's Candied Bacon Whopper

    Burger King's Candied Bacon Whopper had mixed reviews after it was introduced in 2024, but it wasn't the fast-food chain's only controversial experiment.

    By Megan Lim 10 months ago Read More
  • shake shack sign

    Does Shake Shack Have Vegan Options?

    More fast food brands have started to introduce plant-based items to their menus, but what about Shake Shack? Here's what you can order if you're vegan.

    By Shriya Swaminathan 10 months ago Read More
  • A Shake Shack 'Shroom burger with a portobello mushroom patty

    When Making Shake Shack's 'Shroom Burger At Home, Don't Skip This Crucial Step

    In a surprise cookbook, Shake Shack reveals the crucial step that helps its meaty 'Shroom burger achieve its signature robust and hearty flavor profile.

    By Dhruv Trivedi 10 months ago Read More
  • A McDonald's Big Mac with French fries in the background

    Why McDonald's Big Macs Don't Taste The Same In Every Country

    McDonald's serves some form of a Big Mac in over 100 countries across the world. There not all exactly the same sandwich, though, and here's why.

    By Eugenia Lazaris 10 months ago Read More
  • Paul Hollywood smiles for the camera

    Paul Hollywood's Go-To McDonald's Order Is A No-Frills Classic

    "The Great British Bake Off" judge Paul Hollywood gets McDonald's cravings, just like the rest of us, and his simple order might surprise you.

    By Megan Lim 10 months ago Read More
  • Teenie Beanies and Happy Meal box

    The Story Of McDonald's Iconic Collab With Beanie Babies

    Beanie Babies and McDonald's were practically synonymous in the 1990s, and this iconic collaboration led to fights, lawsuits, and much more.

    By Alexandria Waltz 10 months ago Read More
  • Carl's Jr. meal with a cheeseburger, fries, and drink

    The Little-Known Origin Story Of Carl's Jr.

    Starting the fast-food chain, Carl's Jr., took plenty of hard work. Here are the details behind the founding of this successful fast-food restaurant.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 10 months ago Read More
  • A cup of coffee rest on a table in a McDonald's restaurant

    Whip Up A Coffee Shake At McDonald's With These Two Menu Items

    If you thought you've tried everything that McDonald's restaurants have to offer, think again. With these two menu items, you can create a coffee shake.

    By Sarah Lintakoon 10 months ago Read More
  • A 6-piece Chicken McNuggets sitting on a table with its packaging

    The Story Behind McDonald's McNuggets Shapes

    McDonald's Chicken McNuggets are as iconic as fast food items get, and you may have noticed that they come in four distinct shapes. Have you ever wondered why?

    By Sonora Slater 10 months ago Read More
  • Tray of Despicable Me 4-themed Happy Meals

    Why Fast Food Restaurant Chains Stopped Promoting Toys To Kids

    You might have noticed that fast food restaurant chains have been advertising their toys in children's meals less. Here's why toys aren't the focus anymore.

    By Camryn Teder 10 months ago Read More
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