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    Why Gas Station Hot Dogs Have A Risky Reputation (And Why They Deserve It)

    Those brave enough to risk eating a gas station hot dog might regret their decision. Here's why the gas station hot dog has a deservedly poor reputation.

    By Sean Pagnotti 2 months ago Read More
  • The door to the stairs of the Hogwash Whiskey Den

    The Unmarked Stairs In Spokane That Lead To One Of The City's Best Restaurants

    Looking for a popular place that's still off the beaten path? This restaurant in Spokane, Washington, is located behind some unremarkable stairs in the city.

    By Eugenia Lazaris 2 months ago Read More
  • Collage of plum sauce packet, hot dog stuffed crust pizza, and fried mac and cheese bites against orange textured background

    20 Discontinued Fast Food Items We're Dying For These Chains To Bring Back

    The ever-changing menus of fast food restaurants are bound to leave some gems behind. These 20 lost-but-not-forgotten items are more than worthy of a comeback.

    By Koko Paranteau 2 months ago Read More
  • Shake Shack milkshakes arranged on table

    Every Milkshake On Shake Shack's Menu, Ranked Worst To Best

    We tasted and ranked every milkshake on the Shake Shack menu, including regular and seasonal flavors. Here are the results, in order from worst to best.

    By Sarah Moore 2 months ago Read More
  • Chef drizzles olive oil on a plate of meat and pasta

    How Italian Restaurants Pick The Perfect Olive Oil For Every Dish

    Olive oil is a culinary staple that comes in many varieties. If you're looking for help on how to choose one, here's how Italian restaurants nail the selection.

    By Amanda Berkey 2 months ago Read More
  • a collection of vegetarian sandwiches

    Where To Find The Best Vegetarian Sandwiches In The US

    Not all sandwiches need to include meat to be delicious. Here is where to find the best vegetarian sandwiches in the US when you want to skip the meat.

    By Claire Hsu 2 months ago Read More
  • uncooked chicken in pan with herbs

    The Chain Restaurant Once Rumored To Use Canned Chicken

    Canned chicken is less than ideal when you're dining out at a restaurant. Here's why this chain restaurant was once rumored to use it in the kitchen.

    By Mary-Faith Martinez 2 months ago Read More
  • Three kitchen staff sharing a laugh

    What 'Dead' Food Means In Restaurants And Why Servers Love It

    Despite its grim title, any server will tell you how exciting it is to hear that the kitchen has a plate of "dead" food with their name on it.

    By Macy Sandel 2 months ago Read More
  • An assortment of Burger King food on counter

    The Strange Time When Burger King Temporarily Retired Its Mascot

    Burger King's decidedly creepy mascot, the King, disappeared for a few years. What happened to the fast food chain's unsettling monarch? We have answers!

    By Tim Forster 2 months ago Read More
  • Biscuit sandwiches in front of the Atlanta skyline

    14 Restaurants With The Best Biscuits In Atlanta

    Biscuits are a Southern staple. Looking for the best? We surveyed the culinary landscape for the tastiest biscuits you can enjoy in Atlanta.

    By Sarah Bisacca 2 months ago Read More
  • The exterior of a Chipotle restaurant showing the burrito loading zone signs

    11 Fun Facts About Chipotle You Probably Didn't Know

    From Avocado Academy to how McDonald's aided the rise of Chipotle, we list out some of the most interesting facts about the restaurant chain.

    By Katie Melynn 2 months ago Read More
  • Dolly Parton smiling, arms outstretched

    This Tennessee Gas Station Is Home To Dolly Parton's Favorite Restaurant

    Country music icon Dolly Parton stays true to her Tennessee roots, so its no surprise that one of her favorite restaurants is a humble hometown institution.

    By Robert Bruce 2 months ago Read More
  • Roasted prime rib steak with veggies

    Here's Why Texas Roadhouse's Prime Rib Is The Worst Steak The Chain Offers

    The next time you make a trip to Texas Roadhouse, you should stay away from the chain's prime rib. Here's why (and what to order instead).

    By Tony Cooper 2 months ago Read More
  • A matcha latte in a green mug

    The Coffee Chain That Serves Up The Best Cup Of Matcha Around

    When it comes to matcha lattes, which coffee chain is best? Chowhound found one chain-made matcha lattes that ranked leagues above the rest.

    By Tony Cooper 2 months ago Read More
  • McDonald's Filet-O-Fish

    The Original McDonald's Filet-O-Fish Was Made With A Completely Different Fish

    The McDonald’s Filet-O-Fish might be the most popular fast food fish sandwich in history. But when it first launched, it tasted very different.

    By Amelie Maurice-Jones 2 months ago Read More
  • Exterior of O'Charley's restaurant

    Avoid Ordering These 15 Dishes At O'Charley's Restaurant Based On Reviews

    If you're planning to go to dinner at O'Charley's anytime soon, you should definitely heed the warnings of former diners about which items to avoid ordering.

    By Sarah Bisacca 2 months ago Read More
  • mcdonald's fruit and maple oatmeal

    Here's Why You Should Always Avoid Ordering McDonald's Fruit & Maple Oatmeal

    If you're looking for the best breakfast item at McDonald's to enjoy for your morning meal, here's why you shouldn't choose the Fruit & Maple Oatmeal.

    By Marco Sumayao 2 months ago Read More
  • Close up of a lemonade and a hot dog in hands of unrecognizable chef at fast food establishment

    The Worst Fast Food Chain Lemonade Has An Artificial Taste We Just Couldn't Ignore

    A good lemonade on a hot day might be the best drink you can ever have. What isn't the best drink is this artifical-tasting lemonade from a fast food chain.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 2 months ago Read More
  • steak displayed in takeout container

    Why You Should Avoid Ordering Steak For Takeout

    Takeout is a wonderful thing when you're tired, hungry, and want something quick. But some foods really shouldn't be delivered, and that goes double for steak.

    By Nikita Ephanov 2 months ago Read More
  • Julian Child standing against a backdrop of her favorite restaurants

    14 Of Julia Child's Favorite Restaurants

    Julia Child was famous for her larger-than-life personality and her passion for French cuisine. Her favorite restaurants included some unexpected spots.

    By Stephanie Mee 2 months ago Read More
  • Cracker Barrel exterior logo sign

    The Cracker Barrel Mini-Store Concept That Flopped In The '90s

    Cracker Barrel is known today for its country-style sit-down restaurants, but the chain attempted to create a takeout-based mini store in the 1990s.

    By Sarah Lintakoon 2 months ago Read More
  • pretzels baked at Crofton's pretzels

    Stuffed Soft Pretzels Are A Reality At This North Carolina Bakery

    There are plenty of ways to get creative with food, but a shop in North Carolina thought way outside of the box with its stuffed pretzel creations.

    By Jolee Sullivan 2 months ago Read More
  • Outback Steakhouse's tomahawk steak

    The Absolute Best Days Of The Week To Eat At Outback Steakhouse

    Looking to beat the crowd but still get a great deal at Outback Steakhouse? These are the best days of the week to eat at Outback, so you can enjoy your meal.

    By Gerard Jones 2 months ago Read More
  • soft drink cup McDonald's

    The Dirty Soda Worth Ordering On Your Next McDonald's Run

    If you love dirty soda, you'll love this hack. Next time you take a trip to your local McDonald's, consider trying this drink. Here's how to order it.

    By Jessica Riggio 2 months ago Read More
  • Bonanza, Bugaboo Creek, and Lone Star Steakhouse storefronts

    9 Vintage Steakhouse Chains We Still Miss

    Take a trip through dining history with a closer look at these vintage steakhouse chains that used to be mainstays across the United States.

    By J.A. Strub 2 months ago Read More
  • LongHorn Steakhouse-branded knife cutting into a steak

    Why LongHorn Steakhouse Diners Are Quietly Ordering From The Kids' Menu

    Trying to save money when eating out? The next time you order from LongHorn Steakhouse, check out the kids' menu to score some big savings on standard items.

    By Amanda Berkey 2 months ago Read More
  • The Cheesecake Factory

    The Best And Worst Dishes At The Cheesecake Factory

    If you find yourself feeling nostalgic and end up at a location of The Cheesecake Factory, you may want to think carefully about your food choices.

    By Sarah Nowicki Nicholson 2 months ago Read More
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