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  • hands holding various types of coffee

    This Is The US State That Drinks The Most Coffee. (Your First Guess Is Probably Wrong)

    Coffee is a sacred drink to many Americans, though some states imbibe the concoction more frequently than others. This state drinks the most.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 5 months ago Read More
  • Collection of onion rings from various fast food restaurants

    7 Fast Food Onion Rings, Ranked Worst To Best

    When it comes to fast food onion rings, you have more restaurants to choose from than you may think. We ordered them from 7 chains and this is our favorite.

    By Emily M Alexander 5 months ago Read More
  • Barack Obama

    The Old School Cafeteria-Style Chicago Restaurant That Is A Favorite Of President Obama

    Valois Cafeteria is a mainstay of Hyde Park and a favorite of president Barack Obama. Its no-frills atmosphere is authentic to Chicago's working-class ethos.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 5 months ago Read More
  • Anthony Bourdain smiling

    The Kansas City BBQ Restaurant That Stood Out To Anthony Bourdain

    Anthony Bourdain certainly knew where to find all the best restaurants. Here's why this BBQ restaurant in Kansas City was among Bourdain's favorites.

    By Amara Michelle 5 months ago Read More
  • Assorted coleslaws in various containers

    9 Chain Restaurant Coleslaws Ranked Worst To Best

    Not every chain restaurant is equal when it comes to making classic coleslaw. We tasted and ranked several slaws to bring you the best (and worst).

    By Nikki Cervone 5 months ago Read More
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    The 1980s Chain That Was Ahead Of Its Time (And Unfortunately Couldn't Make It)

    Many restaurant chains have come and gone over the decades, for various reasons. In the case of this 1980s chain, being ahead of its time didn't help.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 5 months ago Read More
  • Three fried fish meals from Long John Silver's, Dairy Queen, and Captain D's.

    7 Chain Restaurants With The Best Fried Fish, According To Reviews

    Not every chain restaurant has fried fish that's worth eating. After scouring reviews, we found the seven best spots to fulfill all your fried fish needs.

    By Emma Kalka 5 months ago Read More
  • Taco Bell fries and drink

    Taco Bell Fries Look Way Different In South Korea — Here's What's On Them

    Taco Bell doesn't often have fries in the United States, but it's a regular item in South Korea. Only, Taco Bell South Korea's fries look much different.

    By Julia Mullaney 5 months ago Read More
  • Vito's Pizza in NYC

    How To Spot An Authentic 'Orange' Slice At Any NYC Pizza Shop

    New York City is well-known and beloved for its low-cost pizza slices, with multiple terms cropping up to describe them. Here's how to find an "orange" slice.

    By Dhruv Trivedi 5 months ago Read More
  • The exterior of a Pinstripes restaurant in Chicago.

    Why This Beloved Italian Restaurant Chain Filed For Bankruptcy

    Since the pandemic, some restaurants in the U.S. have filed for bankruptcy and closed many locations. Here's why this particular Italian chain isn't thriving.

    By Tim Forster 5 months ago Read More
  • Three plates of food in the lower half of the screen, the city of Charleston in the background, tinted red.

    What To Eat In Charleston In 24 Hours

    Eating in Charleston isn't all about seafood. Ok, it is mostly about seafood, but you can fill a lot of your day there exploring other kinds of delicacies too.

    By Chris Dudley 5 months ago Read More
  • Whataburger burger and fries served on an orange tray

    The One Ingredient That Makes This Whataburger The Best Of The Bunch

    After trying eight burgers at Whataburger, this cheesy, slightly spicy option proved to be the best. It's biggest flaw? You can only get it in three states.

    By Robert Bruce 5 months ago Read More
  • Several Zaxby's food items on a black table

    9 Zaxby's Menu Items, Ranked Worst To Best

    Zaxby's Chicken Fingerz are famous, but not everything at the chain is a must-order. We tried everything from fried pickles to tacos to find the best menu item.

    By Hayley Verdeyen 5 months ago Read More
  • Three people wearing a chef's uniform chatting in the kitchen while they prepare ingredients

    The One Restaurant Rule High-Quality Chefs Would Never Compromise On

    There's a reason why you keep going to your favorite restaurant over and over again. Here's the rule that chefs keep in mind to ensure a crowd-pleasing meal.

    By Macy Sandel 5 months ago Read More
  • A waiter shouting, superimposed over the background of an empty fine dining restaurant.

    The Not-So-Subtle Sign Your Restaurant Server Wants You To Leave

    If you notice the servers starting to do these things at a restaurant, it's probably a sign to grab a takeout box, pay, and exit the building.

    By Tim Forster 5 months ago Read More
  • Rainbow toastie held in hand to show cheese pull

    The Iconic Rainbow Grilled Cheese Sandwich You've Got To Try If You're In NYC

    NYC's food scene is vast, but there's one iconic rainbow grilled cheese sandwich you have to try out if you're in the Big Apple. It's photogenic and delicious.

    By Amara Michelle 5 months ago Read More
  • Fraunces Tavern in New York City

    George Washington Once Dined At This NYC Restaurant You Can Still Visit Today

    Step into American history at this atmospheric New York City restaurant and bar known for having received several visits from George Washington.

    By Julia Mullaney 5 months ago Read More
  • Anthony Bourdain in front of images of steak and a cocktail

    Anthony Bourdain's Go-To Old School Hollywood Spot For Steak And Good Cocktails

    Anthony Bourdain ate around the world multiple times over, so when he proclaimed a favorite spot in Hollywood for steak and cocktails, you know it's good.

    By Gerard Jones 5 months ago Read More
  • Inside of the Lone Star Steakhouse in Guam

    This Once-Popular Vintage Steakhouse Is Down To One Lone Location

    No matter how successful a chain is, it can always dwindle given enough time. This applies to this vintage steakhouse chain that has just one location left.

    By Amanda Berkey 5 months ago Read More
  • chocolate chip cookie

    The Worst Fast Food Chocolate Chip Cookie We Won't Be Ordering Again

    After trying 13 fast food desserts, this chocolate chip cookie is one of the worst cookies we've ever tasted. Here's what was wrong with the dessert.

    By Jenna Rapsis 5 months ago Read More
  • various Burger King meal options on an orange background

    Burger King Retired These 9 Menu Items And We Still Miss Them

    Burger King comes off as more adventurous than its competitors. However, it's retired these 9 menu items for one reason or another, and we still miss them.

    By Timothy Baker 5 months ago Read More
  • A restaurant diner twirling pasta on their fork

    It's Always OK To Send A Dirty Dish Back At A Restaurant

    If you're given a dirty dish at a restaurant, chances are you'll want to send it back. This is when you should do so, and how to do it politely.

    By Tony Cooper 5 months ago Read More
  • A large hand with a magnifying glass held over trays of buffet food

    The Hidden Buffet Tactics That Cut Costs For Restaurants Without You Noticing

    Getting your money's worth at the buffet is all part of the fun. But, restaurants use sneaky tactics to prevent you from loading up your plate too often.

    By Becki Robins 5 months ago Read More
  • Two hands cutting a grilled steak with french fries and a side salad

    America's First Steakhouse Chain Wasn't Longhorn, Outback Or Texas Roadhouse

    Longhorn Steakhouse, Texas Roadhouse, and Outback might be popular steak restaurants these days, but they weren't the first to hit the steakhouse chain scene.

    By Robert Bruce 5 months ago Read More
  • A plate of Korean fried chicken against a background of logos for BHC, Bonchon, and Pelicana

    9 Restaurant Chains With The Best Korean Fried Chicken In The US

    Korean fried chicken is taking the U.S. by storm and these restaurant chains are ahead of the curve. We scoured online reviews to find the best of the best.

    By Stephanie Mee 5 months ago Read More
  • A bowl of super creamy mashed potatoes over a folded napkin, topped with a sprig of parsley.

    What Makes Restaurant Mashed Potatoes So Much Tastier Than The Ones You Make At Home

    Have you ever noticed that mashed potatoes from a restaurant just taste a little better than some of the homemade versions? Here's what makes them so special.

    By Andy Hume 5 months ago Read More
  • A restaurant server bringing dishes to a table

    Why Restaurants Are Pushing Back Against 'The Customer Is Always Right' Policy

    The 20th century had an adage that said the customer is always right, but this sentiment has begun to rub some in the service industry the wrong way.

    By Tony Cooper 5 months ago Read More
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