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  • Person picking up food from a drive-thru window

    The Fast Food Burger Chain That Changed The Drive-Thru Forever

    The modern fast food drive-thru is dependent on one crucial invention that the founder of a California-based burger chain created in his garage.

    By Sarah Lintakoon 12 months ago Read More
  • Assortment of McDonald's breakfast items

    The McDonald's Breakfast Item That Is Surprisingly Not Vegan

    As far as fast food goes, McDonald's doesn't offer many options for vegans. Even one of the chain's most basic breakfast items isn't free of beef flavoring.

    By Emmy Schneider-Green 12 months ago Read More
  • McDonald's cup with Mac Tonight

    The Unusual Fast Food Mascot Used To Target Late Night Diners

    An odd remnant of '80s pop culture, McDonald's late night commercials featured a moon-headed mascot and a catchy, quirky theme song.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 12 months ago Read More
  • Mcdonald's apple pie box

    The McDonald's Location We Can Thank For Bringing Us The Apple Pie

    When the ice cream machine is broken, you can always count on a McDonald's apple pie to satisfy your sweet tooth. Here's the history behind this iconic dessert.

    By Tara Bowen 12 months ago Read More
  • An image showing a McCafe cup with lid, fries, hamburger, split apple pie, and a breakfast combo from McDonald's in front of the golden arches and a yellow background

    The 12 Worst Mistakes In McDonald's History

    McDonald's is undoubtedly one of the biggest names in fast food around the globe. However, this doesn't mean it hasn't made some mistakes over the years.

    By Suzanne S. Wiley 12 months ago Read More
  • A pizza on a McDonald's branded piece of paper

    McDonald's Pizza Used To Be A Thing. Here's Why They Stopped Serving It

    McDonald's pizza sounds like it would be a surefire success, but when the restaurant actually tried it, that wasn't the case. Here's why it didn't take off.

    By Tim Forster 12 months ago Read More
  • hamburger with lots of toppings

    Which Chain Has More Burger Toppings: Shake Shack Or Five Guys?

    Toppings can make or break a burger-eating experience. If you were wondering whether Shake Shack or Five Guys has more, here's what to know.

    By Chloe O'Donnell December 24th, 2024 Read More
  • Person holding Taco Bell nachos with cheese, sour cream, seasoned beef, and tomatoes

    The Ingredient That Makes Taco Bell's Nacho Cheese Spicy

    The spiciness of Taco Bell's food, specifically the nacho cheese sauce, is likely up for debate. However, this spicy ingredient does give it some heat.

    By Sonora Slater December 23rd, 2024 Read More
  • Five Guys burgers being prepared

    What Vegans Should Avoid Ordering From Five Guys Veggie Menu Options

    Five Guys is famous for its high-quality, customizable burgers. While the chain has veggie items, they aren't all vegan as-is. Here's what to order instead.

    By Aspen Oblewski December 22nd, 2024 Read More
  • mobile order mcdonalds

    The McDonald's Menu Item That Takes The Crown For The Most Protein

    If you're on a mission to order the item at McDonald's with the most protein, you'll want to get this massive burger, which packs in 48 grams of protein.

    By Jessica Riggio December 20th, 2024 Read More
  • Person holding McDonald's burger in hands

    The Key To McDonald's Minced Onion Is Starting With Dehydrated Onions

    McDonald's is full of secrets and tricks that make the chain's food so good. One such secret involves its onions starting out dehydrated.

    By S. Ferrari December 18th, 2024 Read More
  • Server working at Panda Express

    The Family-Run Chinese Restaurant That Spawned A Nationwide Chain

    Though it may appear to hail from an international corporation, this classic chain has its humble roots from a Chinese-owned restaurant in California.

    By Robert Haynes-Peterson December 17th, 2024 Read More
  • a montage of fast food logos including Chick-fil-A, Dairy Queen, and Del Taco against confetti background

    13 Fast Food Chains That Offer Birthday Freebies

    If you have a favorite fast-food restaurant or just like bagging free food, then your birthday may be the best day to bag a freebie from these fast-food chains.

    By Robyn Blocker December 17th, 2024 Read More
  • Fast food apps on 3 smart phones against a sky background

    14 Fast Food Apps That Are Actually Worth Using

    Fast food apps vary in terms of practicality and value. We're here to share the 14 apps worth downloading to your phone for quick savings on the go.

    By Jennifer Geer December 16th, 2024 Read More
  • Fast food burgers, fries, chicken nuggets, and sauces on a yellow background

    How Highways Fueled The Rise Of Fast Food Across America

    Funded in 1956, the modern U.S. interstate system not only made cross-country travel more convenient for Americans, but it also made fast food more popular.

    By Faefyx Collington December 16th, 2024 Read More
  • Animal style In-N-Out burger

    How To Order An In-N-Out Style Burger At McDonald's

    If you're craving In-N-Out far from the West Coast or simply want to see what all the fuss is about, here's how to order an Animal Style burger from McDonald's.

    By Jolee Sullivan December 16th, 2024 Read More
  • Burger King Whopper in wrapping

    How Much Beef Is In A Burger King Whopper?

    Unlike the Quarter Pounder with Cheese, which puts the beef amount right in its name, the Burger King Whopper is more mysterious about how much beef is in it.

    By Sarah Lintakoon December 16th, 2024 Read More
  • Carton of Chick-fil-A waffle fries

    The Potato Supplier Behind Chick-Fil-A's Waffle Fries

    The next time you enjoy a Chick-fil-A waffle fry, know that it comes from this food supply company that also provides potatoes for other fast food giants.

    By Raven Brunner December 15th, 2024 Read More
  • Varied McFlurry offers from abroad

    13 McDonald's McFlurrys From Around The World

    Wander into a McDonald's overseas and you are likely to see some unfamiliar items. Here are fun and surprising McFlurry flavors that have been spotted abroad.

    By Felicia Lee December 15th, 2024 Read More
  • A sign for an Asian salad at McDonalds

    Why Did McDonald's Stop Selling Salads?

    McDonald's took salads off the menu during the pandemic, and many fans are still missing the salads to this day. So why were they discontinued?

    By Shawna Schofield December 15th, 2024 Read More
  • McDonald's Big Mac Double Cheeseburger

    What's In McDonald's Big Mac Sauce, And Can You Recreate It At Home?

    McDonald's is known for a lot of things, but the Big Mac is one of the top sellers. Find out what's in the iconic Big Mac sauce and how to make it yourself.

    By Julia Mullaney December 14th, 2024 Read More
  • Fried chicken sandwiches on table

    10 Fast Food Chicken Sandwiches, Ranked

    Fast food chicken sandwiches come in all different shapes, sizes, and flavors. Here is our definitive ranking based on taste-testing, from worst to first.

    By Michelle McGlinn December 14th, 2024 Read More
  • Fast food burger and fries in plastic and paper packaging

    The Concerning Ingredient Hiding In Your Fast Food Packaging

    No one wants a value meal with a side of the scaries. Get informed on what's in your favorite fast food chain's packaging so you can still enjoy those fries.

    By Jackson Williams December 13th, 2024 Read More
  • A variety of international McDonald's menu items including burgers, a rice dish, and a McFlurry

    14 International McDonald's Menu Items You Should Order When Traveling

    McDonald's has restaurants worldwide and serves dishes inspired by local cuisine. Take a look at some of the best menu items McDonald's to try internationally.

    By Stephanie Mee December 11th, 2024 Read More
  • French fries with herbs

    You Could Be Sabotaging Your Crispy French Fries Before You Get Home

    If you've ever picked up fast food fries from the drive-thru, you've probably experienced the dreaded soggy fries. We know how to fix this problem.

    By Julia Mullaney December 11th, 2024 Read More
  • A Popeyes chicken sandwich with pickles cut in half on a white plate with other sandwiches stacked in background

    Every Popeyes Chicken Sandwich, Ranked Worst To Best

    These are the tastiest (and not so tasty) sandwiches at the fast food chain known for its chicken, which is crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside.

    By Katie Melynn December 10th, 2024 Read More
  • Composite photo of a Jimmy John's storefront with three sub sandwiches and a pickle bucket in front

    Restaurant Secrets You Didn't Know About Jimmy John's

    Jimmy John's offers more than delicious sandwiches and free smells. The chain has a long history that began with a very interesting beginning.

    By Suzanne S. Wiley December 9th, 2024 Read More
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