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  • Egg, sausage, and cheese breakfast sandwich on English muffin

    Don't Expect Real Whole Eggs At These Popular Coffee Chains

    A breakfast sandwich and hot cup of joe from your favorite coffee chain makes for a great morning. Just make sure you go to a chain that uses real whole eggs.

    By Jessica Santina January 26th, 2025 Read More
  • McDonald's McGriddle with sausage, egg, and cheese

    The Store-Bought Sausage You Need For A Copycat McDonald's Breakfast Sandwich

    No drive-thru is as easy as never leaving the house. Grab this sausage for a perfect copycat McDonald's breakfast sandwich that tastes like the real deal.

    By Buffy Naillon January 26th, 2025 Read More
  • Wendy's french fries

    Are Wendy's Fries Gluten-Free?

    From that seasoning to that crunch, Wendy's french fries top the ranks of best fast food fries. They're great, but are they safe for gluten-sensitive eaters?

    By Jolee Sullivan January 26th, 2025 Read More
  • A woman ordering food from a Chinese KFC

    Why You Shouldn't Skip Fast Food Restaurants When Traveling Abroad

    Trying new foods and having new food-based experiences is among the best parts of traveling abroad. This includes trying fast food, which you should never skip.

    By Eugenia Lazaris January 26th, 2025 Read More
  • McDonald's items on a tray

    The One Time McDonald's And A Michelin-Starred Chef Joined Forces

    In a highbrow marketing campaign, McDonald's worked with a Michelin-starred chef to create a special menu item.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley January 26th, 2025 Read More
  • McDonald's Big Mac on top of McDonald's box

    The Only McDonald's Location That Has A 'Ski-Thru' Window

    You've certainly heard of a McDonald's drive-thru, but have you heard of a ski-thru window where you can pick up your food without ever taking off your skis?

    By Greta Pano January 25th, 2025 Read More
  • Burgers, fries, and a drink from Whataburger

    The One Ingredient You Need To Create Copycat Whataburger Spicy Ketchup

    The only thing standing between you and Whataburger's famous spicy ketchup is one simple ingredient. Here's how you can make it yourself at home.

    By Raven Brunner January 25th, 2025 Read More
  • Woman eating fast food breakfast while checking her phone

    The Fast Food Breakfast Sandwich That's Not Worth Your Time

    If you woke up and put on actual pants before noon, reward yourself by choosing just about any fast food breakfast sandwich other than this one.

    By Jackson Williams January 23rd, 2025 Read More
  • Chick-fil-A sandwich, nuggets, sauces, and drink

    Can You Guess Which US State Has The Most Chick-Fil-A Locations?

    If you want to find the state with the most Chick-fil-A restaurants, you'll need to head south to the land of longhorns and country music.

    By Raven Brunner January 22nd, 2025 Read More
  • ketchup and mustard diner-style squirt bottles sitting side by side

    How Ketchup And Mustard Became A Popular Pair

    Ketchup and mustard are a magical combo. While each condiment has existed for over a thousand years in some form, here's what helped make them inseparable.

    By Sonora Slater January 22nd, 2025 Read More
  • Interior of Five Guys restaurant

    Why Five Guys Is Some Of The Priciest Fast Food Around

    If you're trying to save a little money when eating out, you may want to skip Five Guys. But that begs the question: Why is it so expensive?

    By Jackson Williams January 22nd, 2025 Read More
  • A McDonald's McRib sandwich

    How US Army Technology Led McDonald's To Create The McRib

    In the '60s, the U.S. Army was working on a food processing machine that would one day help create McDonald's beloved McRib Sandwich.

    By Andrew Amelinckx January 22nd, 2025 Read More
  • Cups of McDonald's coffee

    Does McDonald's Serve Hot Chocolate?

    McDonald's menu features an array of hot and cold beverages, including hot cocoa. But you might not be able to order it at all locations. Here's why.

    By Julia Mullaney January 22nd, 2025 Read More
  • Person drinking a McDonald's soda

    McDonald's New Straws Are Being Met With A Pile Of Complaints

    In 2024, McDonald's introduced thinner, clear plastic straws across the U.S. Here's why they aren't popular, and how they can make your drinks taste different.

    By Ashlen Wilder January 21st, 2025 Read More
  • McDonald's Coke in a plastic to-go cup in a car

    It's Not Just You: McDonald's Coke Does Taste Different

    There's no mistaking the iconic flavor of McDonald's fries, McNuggets, and Big Mac. But here's why McDonald's Coke tastes better than anywhere else.

    By Shawna Schofield January 21st, 2025 Read More
  • Fried chicken sandwich with pickles

    The Popular Fast Food Chicken Sandwich We Think You Should Avoid Ordering

    Chicken sandwiches seem to be available at every fast food chain nowadays. Based on our ranking, one popular spot's take on the crispy staple is worth skipping.

    By Robert Haynes-Peterson January 21st, 2025 Read More
  • McDonald's meal outside restaurant

    McDonald's McChicken Vs McCrispy: What's The Difference?

    Maybe the two iconic McDonald's chicken sandwiches sound similar, but they're not quite the same. These are the differences you should know before you order.

    By Aspen Oblewski January 21st, 2025 Read More
  • Chef Geoffrey Zakarian looking off to the side

    The Popular Fast Food Chain Geoffrey Zakarian Didn't Eat At Until 2015

    Many chefs love for certain fast food chains, but Food Network host and restaurateur Geoffrey Zakarian had never set foot inside this one until adulthood.

    By S. Ferrari January 20th, 2025 Read More
  • Tray of Burger King fries and a shake

    Why Fast Food Chains Keep Digging Into The Past For Menu Gold

    Have you noticed that a handful of fast food chains have started rereleasing old menu items recently? Well, there's a reason why.

    By Emmy Schneider-Green January 20th, 2025 Read More
  • Panda Express server holding takeout container

    The Fast Food Chain That Offers A Vegan Version Of Its Best Seller

    Fast food chain Panda Express is now offering a vegan version of one of its best-selling items at select restaurants, delighting fans across the U.S.

    By Shriya Swaminathan January 20th, 2025 Read More
  • A hamburger with lettuce instead of a bun

    The Fast Food Restaurants With The Tastiest Keto-Friendly Options

    You don't have to give up everything to go keto. Here's how you can get your fast food fix with keto-friendly menu items that will leave you satisfied.

    By Aspen Oblewski January 20th, 2025 Read More
  • Tuna salad sub

    Why You Might Want To Avoid Ordering The Tuna Salad At Fast Food Restaurants

    Even if it's your favorite type of sandwich filling, there's a pretty good reason why you should avoid eating tuna salad at fast food restaurants.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley January 20th, 2025 Read More
  • Domino's pizza boxes with plate of pizza and dipping sauces

    From Crust To Toppings, We Tried Domino's Most Popular Options. Here's The Best Pie

    For fast food, Domino's is not too far behind upscale pizzerias, with crispy crusts and good flavoring in sauce and cheese. But which styles reign supreme?

    By Sarah Moore January 20th, 2025 Read More
  • McDonald's Big Mac and Burger King Whopper in branded packaging

    The Time Burger King Tried To Partner With McDonald's, But It Didn't Go As Planned

    While it might be a fast food fan's dream to see a crossover between two favorite chains, the Burger King and McDonald's collab was doomed from the start.

    By Sarah Lintakoon January 20th, 2025 Read More
  • Magic Kindom Walt Disney World

    Does Disney World Have A McDonald's?

    Disney World is known for its delicious selection of treats, from churros to Dole Whip, but you can also score a Big Mac at this unique McDonald's in the park.

    By Sarah Lintakoon January 19th, 2025 Read More
  • half-birthday cupcakes with candles

    The Fast Food Chain That Offers Deals For Customers' Half-Birthdays

    Plenty of fast food chains offer special deals for your birthday, but not so many give out freebies for your half-birthday. Here's what you get at this one.

    By Robert Haynes-Peterson January 19th, 2025 Read More
  • An image of a McDonald's PlayPlace with lettering

    10 Facts You Didn't Know About McDonald's PlayPlaces

    McDonald's was once known for its PlayPlaces, where many adults now have fond memories of from childhood. Here are 10 little known facts about these places.

    By Suzanne S. Wiley January 19th, 2025 Read More
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