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  • Pile of burgers on wrappers in front of Whataburger bag

    8 Whataburger Burgers, Ranked Worst To Best

    We tried several burgers from Whataburger's assortment of both classic and more unique offerings. Here are our most and least favorite picks of the bunch.

    By Sophie N. 4 months ago Read More
  • Elvis Presley

    The Hilarious Prank Elvis Presley Played On His Friends Using McDonald's Gift Certificates

    Elvis Presley was known for his love of playing pranks, and he used this trick on his friends thanks to a few McDonald's gift certificates.

    By Dhruv Trivedi 4 months ago Read More
  • Panda express employee filling a to-go container

    Does Panda Express Use MSG? What To Know Before You Order

    Is worrying about MSG in Panda Express a valid health concern, or does it feed into misconceptions about Chinese food? Here's the truth behind this ingredient.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 4 months ago Read More
  • Composite image of McDonald's cherry pie, pizza, and spaghetti over a yellow McDonald's storefront.

    8 1980s McDonald's Menu Items We'd Love To See Come Back

    Not all McDonald's foods were able to stand the test of time. Take a trip down memory lane with these eight dishes that were on menus in the '80s.

    By Timothy Baker 4 months ago Read More
  • A variety of Dunkin' drinks in to-go carriers.

    8 Dunkin' Secret Menu Drinks That Taste Like Fall In A Cup

    Drink options abound for how to get into the fall mood. When it comes to your Dunkin' java, we've rounded up caffeinated and buzz-free options to encourage you.

    By Orianna McDavid 4 months ago Read More
  • a young girl enjoys a mini burger

    This Was The First Fast Food Chain To Offer Toys In Its Kids' Meal

    Many fast food chains have a kids' menu. But only one is credited for being the first to include toys. Here's a brief history about where this idea originated.

    By Demi Phillips 4 months ago Read More
  • A Ronald McDonald statue waving hello in front of a McDonald's restaurant

    McDonald's Original Mascot Was Creepier Than Ronald McDonald

    Many people feel uncomfortable when it comes to the iconic McDonald's mascot, Ronald McDonald. But did you know that an even creepier mascot existed before him?

    By Sean Pagnotti 4 months ago Read More
  • Dunkin' Donuts coffee and meal bag.

    The Absolute Cheapest Food Item You Can Buy At Dunkin'

    Fast food doesn't need to cost a fortune. At Dunkin' Donuts, you can find multiple affordable food items, and one of the best options costs just under $2.

    By Amanda Berkey 4 months ago Read More
  • Assorted uncooked steaks

    Here's Exactly How Long Texas Roadhouse Ages Its Famous Steaks

    If you're looking for high quality steak, you'll usually want to check whether it's been aged first before ordering it, and that includes at Texas Roadhouse.

    By Julia Mullaney 4 months ago Read More
  • Seinfeld cast in front of a McDonald's sign

    The Seinfeld-Inspired Treat McDonald's Restaurants Discontinued

    Believe it or not, this now-discontinued McDonald's treat was actually inspired by the "Seinfeld" sitcom. So, why did the product flop so badly?

    By Brianna Gunter 4 months ago Read More
  • Onion-wrapped flying Dutchman burger and fries

    In-N-Out's Secret Menu Flying Dutchman, Explained

    In-N-Out Burger's famous secret menu is full of hidden deliciousness. The Flying Dutchman is a unique addition that caused a stir, so we decided to investigate.

    By Jonathan Kesh 4 months ago Read More
  • McDonald's meal

    The Best McDonald's Menu Items To Try With Its Limited Edition Gold Dipping Sauce

    McDonald's limited time Special Edition Gold Sauce is often paired with chicken, from McNuggets to the Snack Wrap, but you should also try it with these items.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 4 months ago Read More
  • lineup of fast food coffee cups against orange background

    8 Fast Food Coffees, Ranked Worst To Best

    Fast food chains might not be your first place in mind to stop at when you need a cup of joe, but it may surprise you that some popular joints do it very well.

    By Sarah Moore 4 months ago Read More
  • Assortment of fast food items, including burgers, chicken sandwich and nuggets, fries, and sodas

    The Fast Food Red Flag You Should Check For Long Before Even Glancing At A Menu

    Before you place an order at a fast food restaurant, keep an eye out for this unpleasant red flag that's a sign to go eat somewhere else.

    By Robert Bruce 4 months ago Read More
  • Several people holding vanilla ice cream cones

    Ironically, The Best Fast Food Chain Soft Serve Ice Cream Isn't Even Real Ice Cream

    We ranked several fast food chains' soft serve ice cream options. Ironically, our winning cone technically doesn't even consist of real ice cream.

    By Samantha Boesch 4 months ago Read More
  • Assorted fast food items

    Does It Really Save You Money To Order A Combo At Fast Food Restaurants?

    Ordering a single item at a fast food chain is usually followed by one question: "Do you want to make that a combo?" Here's when that could be a better deal.

    By Julia Mullaney 4 months ago Read More
  • Collage of three Wendy's burgers and Wendy's signage on a blue background

    These Are Hands Down The Wildest Burgers Wendy's Has Ever Released

    Wendy's has created some unique creations over the years. We examine everything from the Lobster Surf & Turf Burger to the Carolina Classic Burger.

    By Luisa Cruz 4 months ago Read More
  • Panda Express combo meal

    Panda Express Opens Kind Of Early — Here's What To Order For Breakfast

    Believe it or not, many of fast-casual chain Panda Express' locations open early enough for a quick breakfast. Here's what to order if you plan to stop in.

    By Jane Chertoff 4 months ago Read More
  • Milkshake, ice cream sundae, and cinnamon twist

    This Fast Food Dessert Is The Worst Frozen Treat To Get On A Hot Day

    There's one frozen fast food dessert that we would never recommend getting in the heat. It might even melt before you can pick it up from the drive-thru.

    By Jenna Rapsis 4 months ago Read More
  • a bowl of panda express orange chicken

    Why Panda Express Doesn't Use White Meat For Its Iconic Orange Chicken

    Panda Express never uses white meat in its best-selling orange chicken dish. Instead, it uses this cut of chicken for extra flavor and tenderness.

    By Marco Sumayao 4 months ago Read More
  • Hand dipping McDonald's chicken nugget into sauce.

    Make McDonald's Chicken Nugget Dupes With Just 3 Base Ingredients

    McDonald's chicken nuggets have a unique soft crust and a salty, tender inside. Thankfully, all you need to recreate the taste at home are three ingredients.

    By Samantha Boesch 4 months ago Read More
  • McDonald's order with Happy Meal.

    The Happy Meal Toy Recall That McDonald's Wishes It Could Forget

    McDonald's Happy Meals are full of childhood nostalgia and cute, collectible toys. However, one of the most controversial toys was a major hazard to children.

    By Julia Mullaney 4 months ago Read More
  • A red hand pinches money from a wallet, with fast food items depicted beside it

    9 Ways Fast Food Restaurants Might Be Deceiving You

    We all know fast food restaurants entice us to make purchases. But do you know how they're achieving that? Here are some clever tricks to make you buy more.

    By Sarah Dealy 4 months ago Read More
  • Anthony Bourdain speaking at event

    Anthony Bourdain Couldn't Stand This Iconic McDonald's Favorite

    Superstar chef and TV personality Anthony Bourdain loved food, but one fast food favorite he hated was this best-selling menu item from McDonald's.

    By Marco Sumayao 4 months ago Read More
  • McDonald's Happy Meal surrounded by toys

    Here's How Japanese McDonald's Are Cracking Down On Happy Meal Toy Resellers

    After a major disruption in Japan caused by a McDonald's and Pokémon collaboration, McDonald's Japan is taking steps to shut down Happy Meal toy resellers.

    By Julia Mullaney 4 months ago Read More
  • Two cars in a McDonald's drive-thru

    McDonald's Drive-Thru Been Slower Than Usual? This May Be The Culprit

    If you've noticed that the McDonald's drive-thru is taking longer than usual, there's a particular menu item that is contributing to long wait times.

    By Jolee Sullivan 4 months ago Read More
  • Interior of a Chicken Licken fast food restaurant

    The South African Fried Chicken Chain That Built Success On A Secret US Recipe

    One popular South African fast food chain that's known for its fried chicken found success after adapting a secret recipe from the U.S.

    By Tim Forster 4 months ago Read More
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