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  • Exterior of a Taco Bell in Thailand

    8 Mistakes Everyone Makes When Ordering Taco Bell

    Taco Bell fans rejoice. From asking your burrito to be grilled to using the app, we break down the tips you'll need for the best Taco Bell order.

    By Sarah Nowicki Nicholson 2 months ago Read More
  • A red cup featuring the Raising Cane's logo, with its signature chicken fingers in front

    The Secret Behind Why Raising Cane's Chicken Tastes So Good

    Raising Cane's beat the odds and became one of the most popular fast food spots to get chicken fingers. Find out why its chicken tastes so good.

    By Macy Sandel 2 months ago Read More
  • A fast food burger in a restaurant.

    5 Fast Food Mascots From The '80s And '90s That Deserve A Comeback

    Fast food mascots were everywhere in the 1980s and 1990s, but only a few remain today. Here are the quirky characters we'd like to see in commercials again.

    By Gerard Jones 2 months ago Read More
  • Staff serving takeaway order for driver in delivery window

    Why Hardly Anyone Eats Inside Fast Food Restaurants Anymore

    It seems like dining inside at fast food restaurants is becoming a thing of the past. But why is this happening? This survey may explain why.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 2 months ago Read More
  • In-N-Out Burger's three flavors of milkshake including strawberry, vanilla, and chocolate

    The Secret Menu Milkshake You Need To Order At In-N-Out (Try It Once, Thank Us Later)

    Popular burger chain In-N-Out has a pretty limited milkshake menu, but this option from the secret menu is absolutely delicious (you'll thank us later).

    By Eugenia Lazaris 2 months ago Read More
  • A white bowl filled with macaroni and cheese

    Mac And Cheese Lovers Flock To This Chain For Its Customizable Menu

    When they get a hankering for macaroni and cheese, fans of the comfort food dish head to one fast casual chain in particular for its customizable noodles.

    By Robert Bruce 2 months ago Read More
  • A brown paper bag with holiday-themed items spilling out to reveal its contents, set against a dark teal background

    Here's Exactly What's Inside Burger King's Coveted Advent Calendar (Valued At Over $100)

    Burger King's much-anticipated 2025 advent calendar contains a dozen fun items you'll look forward to unveiling each day on the lead-up to Christmas.

    By Macy Sandel 2 months ago Read More
  • IN-N-Out Burger food and soda

    Here's Who Really Owns In-N-Out Burger

    The popular West Coast burger chain has remained family-owned since 1948. Now, the latest generation is continuing to carry on its iconic legacy.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 2 months ago Read More
  • Mountain Dew Baja Blast in a Taco Bell cup

    Taco Bell Ditched This Mountain Dew Flavor Years Ago And Fans Are Still Losing It

    Taco Bell has introduced many Mountain Dew flavors over the years, but has unfortunately also discontinued its fair share. We particularly miss this flavor.

    By Sean Pagnotti 2 months ago Read More
  • Close-up of two hot dogs besides cups of mustard and ketchup

    9 Fast Food Chains With Hot Dogs On The Menu

    Most fast food restaurants are famous for burgers, chicken sandwiches, or thick milkshakes, but several have kept hot dogs on their menu, and for good reason.

    By Megan Lim 2 months ago Read More
  • closeup of fast food burger and fries

    The Southern Fast Food Burger Chain That's Only In 17 US States

    This regional chain, despite only being found in 17 U.S. states, inspires plenty of love and adoration, both from locals and travelers who've tried it.

    By Marco Sumayao 2 months ago Read More
  • The exterior of a Chipotle restaurant

    5 Chipotle Menu Items You Should Avoid Ordering, According To Reviews

    Chipotle might be iconic, but not everything on the menu is delicious. We scoured the internet and customers say these items aren't worth the prices.

    By Sean Kelly 3 months ago Read More
  • Assortment of Panera soups on a grocery store shelf

    The Actual Best Panera Soup Will Make You Forget About Broccoli Cheddar

    We tried every Panera soup on the menu, and the one we like most was a spicy, hearty bowl that left the famous broccoli cheddar far behind.

    By Robert Bruce 3 months ago Read More
  • 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 3 months 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 3 months 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 3 months 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 3 months 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 3 months 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 3 months 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 3 months 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 3 months 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 3 months 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 3 months 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 3 months 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 3 months 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 3 months 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 3 months ago Read More
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