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  • Chicken McNuggets with spicy buffalo sauce

    What Is McDonald's Spicy Buffalo Sauce Made Of?

    Looking to give your order of Chicken McNuggets an extra kick? Here's a breakdown of all the ingredients in McDonald's spicy buffalo sauce.

    By Allison Lindsey 11 months ago Read More
  • Wendy's burger, fries, and drink

    The Luxurious Wendy's Burger You Could Only Find In Japan

    When Wendy's opened its second location in Japan in 2012, the fast food chain offered a special limited-time burger that featured two fancy fishy ingredients.

    By S. Ferrari 11 months ago Read More
  • Cracking an egg on a frying pan

    The Only McDonald's Breakfast Sandwich That Includes A Fresh-Cracked Egg

    Though much of the breakfast menu features pre-made and convenience items, McDonald's does use a fresh-cracked egg for one particular sandwich.

    By Robert Haynes-Peterson 11 months ago Read More
  • A plate of nachos on a table

    There's Only One Way You Should Be Ordering Fast Food Nachos

    Nachos can get pretty messy, but this hack can help. Here's the best way to order nachos from a fast food restaurant.

    By Robert Haynes-Peterson 11 months ago Read More
  • Person building a lunch plate at salad bar buffet

    The Fast Food Chain That Broke The Mold With A Buffet-Style SuperBar

    Can't quite picture all-you-can-eat salad with your fries? This fast food chain flipped the tables on burger culture by throwing a salad buffet into the mix.

    By Ashlen Wilder 11 months ago Read More
  • Arby's takeout bag with fries and drink

    Does Arby's Serve Breakfast At Any Of Their Locations?

    Arby's has the meat, the curly fries, and the crispy fish. But here's the situation if you're looking for that a.m. breakfast sandwich combo.

    By Sarah Lintakoon 11 months ago Read More
  • The McDonald's Happy Meal Option That's Not Available In The United States

    McDonald's Happy Meals at U.S. locations are limited to a hamburger and McNuggets. However, the fast food chain offers a veg-friendly option across the pond.

    By Emmy Schneider-Green 11 months ago Read More
  • McRib in an open box

    The Two Countries That Serve McDonald's McRib Year-Round

    The seasonal return of McDonald's McRib sandwich is traditionally met with great fanfare, but did you know there are two countries that serve it year-round?

    By Sarah Lintakoon 11 months ago Read More
  • McDonald's apple pie

    The Secret Behind McDonald's Apple Pie's Irresistible Taste

    Some corporate fast food secrets are fiercely protected, but it's no mystery why McDonald's apple pie tastes the way it does. Here's what to know.

    By S. Ferrari 11 months ago Read More
  • Chopsticks lifting dollar bills out of takeout box

    Seriously, Why Has Fast Food Gotten So Expensive?

    You're not imagining dollar signs disappearing with your fries. Here's the reason why your favorite fast food combo isn't the cheapest meal option anymore.

    By Jackson Williams 11 months ago Read More
  • A hand holding a McDonald's cheeseburger

    Is It True That McDonald's Burgers Don't Rot? Here's What We Know

    You've seen the viral video with the flawless burger patty from the '90s. But here's the whole story on whether McDonald's burgers really do rot, or not.

    By Tim Forster 11 months ago Read More
  • Cup of Burger King coffee on a tray

    What Kind Of Coffee Does Burger King Serve?

    Burger King has stepped up its coffee game in recent years. From beans to brews, check out what the fast food giant is serving up on its morning menu.

    By Lauren Dozier 11 months ago Read More
  • A Taco Bell sign next to a palm frond

    The History Of Taco Bell Starts With An Entirely Different Type Of Fast Food

    Taco Bell is among the biggest and most-successful fast food restaurants in the United States, but its origins, surprisingly, don't start with tacos.

    By Tim Forster 11 months ago Read More
  • A collection of chain restaurant logos and signs

    14 Chain Restaurants That Bake Their Bread In-House

    Chain restaurants aren't always known for using the freshest ingredients. However, these 14 businesses take their bread more seriously than others.

    By Brianna Persons 11 months ago Read More
  • A McDonald's Filet-O-Fish sandwich on top of a branded box

    How One Of McDonald's Worst Burgers And The Filet-O-Fish Fought For A Permanent Menu Spot

    The Fish-O-Filet made the McDonald's menu in 1965, a couple of years after winning a sandwich showdown against the chain's most ridiculous burger idea.

    By Aspen Oblewski 11 months ago Read More
  • McDonald's cheeseburger

    What Was The Deal With McDonald's Using 'Pink Slime' For Its Beef?

    McDonald's came under fire in the 2010s for using "pink slime" in its hamburgers, but what does that even mean, and why was it such a hot topic?

    By Jessica Riggio 11 months ago Read More
  • Woman reaches into bag of fast food in her car

    The Burger Chain That Tried (And Failed) To Bring Burritos To Its Menu

    Maybe there's a future in which burgers and burritos can come from the same drive-thru. Meanwhile, this burger chain really bit it with its burrito.

    By Robert Haynes-Peterson 11 months ago Read More
  • worker handing bag of food to driver

    How The US Army Inspired The First McDonald's Drive-Thru

    Though McDonald's may seem synonymous with the drive-thru, it took a long time and little military inspiration for the feature to gain headway at the franchise.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 11 months ago Read More
  • mcdonalds meal

    What Cut Of Meat Does McDonald's Use For Its Burgers

    McDonald's goes through a ton of meat to make its signature burgers. Here's what to know if you were wondering which cuts the fast food behemoth uses.

    By Chloe O'Donnell 11 months ago Read More
  • McDonald's Egg McMuffin sitting on its wrapper

    Does McDonald's Use Cage-Free Eggs?

    McDonald's goes through many, many eggs each year. Here's what you should know if you were wondering whether the fast food giant uses the cage-free kind.

    By Megan Lim 11 months ago Read More
  • Walmart shopping aisles

    Why You Can No Longer Sip A McCafé While You Shop At Walmart

    In years past, many Walmart shoppers could expect to enjoy a McDonald's coffee while they browsed or even sit down for a full meal. Now, that's rarely the case.

    By Sarah Lintakoon 11 months ago Read More
  • Seasoned whole chicken roasting on a spit

    This Popular Fast Food Chain Serves An Entire Rotisserie Chicken, But Only In One City

    Really want to super-size those nuggets? Welcome to the city where you can get your rotisserie chicken on at one of the country's most popular fast food chains.

    By Raven Brunner 12 months ago Read More
  • Hands holding a McDonald's Big Mac

    How The McDonald's Big Mac Came To Be

    The Big Mac is a McDonald's icon served to millions around the world, but it didn't start that way. The Big Mac's story began way back in the 1960s.

    By S. Ferrari 12 months ago Read More
  • Ice cream cone

    It's Time To Start Ordering Ice Cream Floats From McDonald's

    If you love McDonald's, you'll love this genius ice cream hack. Here's how to create your own ice cream float at McDonald's.

    By Buffy Naillon 12 months ago Read More
  • Lobster roll on McDonald's drive-through sign

    Once Upon A Time, McDonald's Sold A Shockingly Affordable Lobster Roll

    McDonald's has tried all kinds of unique menu additions over the years, and one was its amazingly well-priced lobster roll offering. Sadly, it's no longer sold.

    By Greta Pano 12 months ago Read More
  • Popeyes biscuits on paper wrapper

    Are Popeyes' Beloved Biscuits Baked Fresh Or Frozen?

    Popeyes buttermilk biscuits are a vibe. Find out if this fast food chain is baking its biscuits fresh on-site, or hitting up the freezer for this fan favorite.

    By Sonora Slater 12 months ago Read More
  • Five Guys sign and menu items

    12 Secrets Of Five Guys You'll Wish You Knew Sooner

    Five Guys is known for doing things a little differently, compared to other fast food restaurants. Here are 12 little known secrets about the chain.

    By Sarah Nowicki Nicholson 12 months ago Read More
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