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  • Person placing baking tray into a professional convection oven

    Why It Takes 75 Ovens To Keep This Rhode Island Restaurant Running

    While many eateries get by with a single oven (or no oven at all), there's a restaurant in the small but mighty state of Rhode Island that needs 75 of them.

    By Sonora Slater December 25th, 2024 Read More
  • 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 December 25th, 2024 Read More
  • Jeff Mauro

    Jeff Mauro's Best Restaurant Meal Of 2024

    Seasoned chef and TV host Jeff Mauro names his favorite restaurant meal of 2024 in our exclusive interview. Hint: You can find it in his home town.

    By Carly Garber December 25th, 2024 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 December 25th, 2024 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 December 25th, 2024 Read More
  • Woman holding two Starbucks hot drink cups

    Starbucks' Discontinued Hot Chocolate Was Way Fancier Than Today's Version

    Grab your Starbucks order and take a walk down memory lane. This ultra-sweet Starbucks hot chocolate was thick, luxurious, and just too good for this world.

    By Carly Garber December 24th, 2024 Read More
  • Interior decor and tables of Eleven Madison Park in NYC.

    You Could Easily Drop $750 At This Swanky New York Restaurant

    Restaurants in New York City are rarely known for being cheap, but this multi-Michelin-starred, fine-dining establishment in Manhattan certainly is not.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako December 24th, 2024 Read More
  • A collage of some of the oldest restaurants in the world with some of their signature dishes

    14 Of The Oldest Restaurants In The World

    Some of the oldest restaurants have been operating for hundreds of years in their original locations, surviving wars, economic downturns, and changing tastes.

    By Stephanie Mee December 24th, 2024 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 December 24th, 2024 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 December 24th, 2024 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 December 24th, 2024 Read More
  • Two hands sharing a Chinese dinner

    Why You Should Avoid Ordering One Dish Per Person At Chinese Restaurants

    If you're ordering Chinese food for dinner tonight, get comfortable with the menu and find more than one entree to try. Here's why.

    By Buffy Naillon December 24th, 2024 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
  • The Oasis on Lake Travis

    The Massive Texas Restaurant That Can Serve 2,500 People At Once

    Texas is known for doing everything bigger. That mantra extends to the largest restaurants in the state, which can seat more than 2,500 guests at once.

    By Sarah Lintakoon December 24th, 2024 Read More
  • Lobster pancake, hashbrowns, and fried eggs at Mustache Bill's Diner

    The Old-School New Jersey Diner That Received A James Beard Award

    These are some award-winning mermaid pancakes. Get a taste for New Jersey's iconic diner scene from a local favorite that keeps on slinging the hits.

    By Sarah Lintakoon December 23rd, 2024 Read More
  • Anthony Bourdain against a collage of his favorite restaurants in Los Angeles

    Anthony Bourdain's Favorite Restaurants In Los Angeles

    Planning a trip to LA and want some seriously good eats? These are the restaurants that celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain couldn't get enough of.

    By Stephanie Mee December 23rd, 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
  • A filet of dry-aged salmon belly served with greens at Theodora in Brooklyn

    How NYC's Theodora Uses Tech To Create It's Signature Dry-Aged Fish Dishes

    At Brooklyn's buzzy Theodora, foodies pull up a seat for expertly dry-aged fish. While the technique is old, the tech the restaurant uses is cutting edge.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako December 23rd, 2024 Read More
  • Chi-Chi's Mexican Restaurante exterior sign

    The Rise And Fall Of Chi-Chi's: What Happened To The Popular Restaurant Chain?

    Though it once reigned as a popular Mexican chain in the '80s and '90s, Chi-Chi's had a steep fall from grace in 2003 with a deadly outbreak.

    By Sarah Lintakoon December 23rd, 2024 Read More
  • Drive-thru menu at a Dutch Bros coffee shop

    The Coffee Chain That's Redefining Friendly Service

    There's one coffee chain that has risen above the rest with its dedication to friendly customer service, with staff interactions even trending on social media.

    By Emmy Schneider-Green December 22nd, 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
  • IHOP logo and discontinued menu items

    10 Discontinued IHOP Menu Items You'll Never See Again

    IHOP has introduced twists on breakfast staples in recent years. But even with their fans, some dishes just didn't make the cut to remain on the menu long-term.

    By Sarah Nowicki Nicholson December 21st, 2024 Read More
  • Las Vegas

    Las Vegas' Wicked Spoon Serves Buffet Food Tapas-Style

    If you're in the Las Vegas area, consider trying this tapas-style buffet located inside the Cosmopolitan hotel.

    By Sara Donnellan December 21st, 2024 Read More
  • A hand fills in a restaurant star ranking on paper with a pen.

    What To Keep In Mind When Reading Reviews For Restaurants

    In today's day and age of online clickbait, some restaurant criticism warrants skepticism. Here's what to watch out for, plus tips for finding reliable reviews.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako December 21st, 2024 Read More
  • The storefront of a Starbucks Coffee with its iconic logo

    The 2 Names Starbucks Almost Had Before They Got It Right

    Though we all know and love the Starbucks coffee brand, the company almost didn't receive the iconic name its chain of coffee shops has today.

    By Sonora Slater December 21st, 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
  • Various sushi dishes and restaurant interiors

    19 Best Japanese Restaurants In New York City

    You don't need to travel to Japan to enjoy delicious Japanese food. Browse this curated list to discover your the perfect Japanese restaurant in New York City.

    By Hannah LaFond December 20th, 2024 Read More
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