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  • Overhead view of a table loaded with assorted shareables

    10 Discontinued Chain Restaurant Appetizers Fans Desperately Want Back

    Some appetizers at chain restaurants are iconic, like the Bloomin' Onion. And sadly they don't always stick around. Customers want these appetizers back.

    By Kevin Haggerty 2 hours ago Read More
  • The skyline of Jersey City, New Jersey at sunset

    Only One New Jersey Restaurant Made The New York Times 2025 Top 50

    Every year, the New York Times releases its "America's Best Restaurants" list, in which it highlights 50 of the country's most exciting eateries.

    By Cara J Suppa 1 day ago Read More
  • A customer carries out a large bag with Texas Roadhouse written on the side

    Texas Roadhouse Also Owns These 2 Underrated Chains

    Texas Roadhouse is best known for its tasty steaks, multitude of sides, and fluffy rolls. But did you know that they also own two other must-try chains?

    By Jennifer Waldera 1 day ago Read More
  • hawaiian plate lunch in takeout

    One Of The Best BBQ Joints In America Perfects Hawaii's Favorite Dish

    If you're looking to sink your teeth into some of Hawaii's favorite foods, one American BBQ joint has you covered with an offering of plates.

    By Mathieson Nishimura 3 days ago Read More
  • Someone shreds cheese into minestrone soup, next to a large salad and a basket of breadsticks

    The Wholesome Thing Olive Garden Does With Leftover Food

    It's no surprise that fast-moving casual eateries can have an overabundance of food come closing time, and Olive Garden's solution is amazingly wholesome!

    By Ilene V. Smith 3 days ago Read More
  • Crispy chicken tenders on a bed of fries

    Fried Chicken Is The Real Showstopper At This Underrated Seafood Chain

    This fast-casual restaurant is known for its hand-battered fish filets, grilled options, and giant fish sandwich, but its chicken tenders are underrated.

    By Simone Paget 4 days ago Read More
  • Spaghetti with meat sauce on a white plate and being twirled on a fork

    The Boozy Ingredient In Olive Garden's Meat Sauce That Amps Up The Flavor

    If you're a fan of the robust flavor of Olive Garden's meat sauce, here are some helpful tips for using its special ingredient to recreate the taste at home.

    By Alba Caraceni 4 days ago Read More
  • A bowl of Olive Garden Carbonara with chicken and shrimp sits on a table

    Why Olive Garden's Carbonara Sauce Is More Of An Alfredo

    We all know that Olive Garden does not really serve authentic Italian fare. However, it still might surprise you that its carbonara is more of an alfredo.

    By Cara J Suppa 9 days ago Read More
  • Diners enjoying casual dining meal

    The Once-Popular Italian Chain That Went From Booming To Bankrupt

    This restaurant once dished out Italian-American classics across dozens of states, but the chain that boomed in the 2000s is now fighting to survive.

    By Nikita Ephanov 9 days ago Read More
  • Bone in rib eye and a side of green beans on a white plate

    The Reason Texas Roadhouse Steaks Are So Affordable

    Compared to other chain steakhouses out there, Texas Roadhouse is considered one of the more affordable options out there. Here's why they beat the competition.

    By Milly Tamarez 10 days ago Read More
  • Texas Roadhouse sides on table

    The Texas Roadhouse Side We Ranked First Is A Classic

    What would a Texas Roadhouse meal be without a great side? Our taste tester reviewed all of the chain's options, and one classic dish came out on top.

    By Max Dean 10 days ago Read More
  • Steak served at Outback Steakhouse

    Does Outback Steakhouse Use Fresh Or Frozen Steaks?

    Outback Steakhouse isn't quite as popular as it used to be, with food quality seeming to take a hit. But does it serve fresh or frozen steaks to its customers?

    By Nikita Ephanov 11 days ago Read More
  • Maneet Chauhan smiling at Pebble Beach Food & Wine Festival

    The Nashville Chicken Chain That Food Network's Maneet Chauhan Can't Get Enough Of

    Maneet Chauhan of Food Network's "Chopped" loves this restaurant chain that specializes in Nashville hot chicken. Here's what she likes to order.

    By Cami Cox 14 days ago Read More
  • Steak on a wooden board with grilled veggies

    The Best-Selling Steak At Texas Roadhouse Is Also One Of Its Most Affordable Cuts

    It turns out diners really are visiting Texas Roadhouse for the extremely competitive price of a steak dinner. Here's the cut (and size) that's the best seller.

    By Jack Rose 15 days ago Read More
  • Fried appetizer platter with onion rings and fried cheese

    9 Chain Restaurant Appetizers That We're Tired Of

    Opening that chain restaurant menu, you're likely to see the same variations of tired appetizers. These are the ones we think should move on and be replaced.

    By Molly E. Sandwell 16 days ago Read More
  • Filet Medallions and sides at Texas Roadhouse

    Texas Roadhouse's Strict Temperature Rule For Prepping Beef

    You'll be happy to know that for a restaurant with almost half of its menu dedicated to steak, Texas Roadhouse takes its meat very seriously.

    By Milly Tamarez 16 days ago Read More
  • A pint glass of Irish stout on a table in a pub

    The Old-School Chain That Was Once An Irish Pub Haven

    The U.S. has plenty of bar-restaurant chains, including some with an Irish theme. But this old-school chain has a long history with genuine Irish roots.

    By Chala June 17 days ago Read More
  • Gettysburg, Pennsylvania's historic downtown at dusk as the sky turns pink

    The Pennsylvania Restaurant That Was Taken Over By Confederate Soldiers During The Battle Of Gettysburg

    If you want a slice of history served with your well-reviewed meat pie, then you need to head to this historic 19th-century Pennsylvania restaurant.

    By Nikita Ephanov 17 days ago Read More
  • Various dishes and sides at Texas Roadhouse

    The Texas Roadhouse Side We Ranked Last Didn't Taste Fresh

    Texas Roadhouse prides itself on making its food from scratch, but we found that this side lacked seasoning and, most importantly, did not taste fresh.

    By Milly Tamarez 17 days ago Read More
  • Group of women eating dinner and laughing

    The Best Hole-In-The-Wall Restaurant In Pennsylvania

    Some of the best dining experiences are had at hole-in-the-walls, so here is where you should dine in Pennsylvania for a taste of local fare.

    By Cara J Suppa 21 days ago Read More
  • a cheeseburger with a U.S. flag on it

    The Ultimate Guide To The Best Burger In Every US State

    Whether you are in Alaska, Florida, or California, we dug through the internet to uncover the best burger you can eat in every single U.S. state.

    By Drew Mortier 25 days ago Read More
  • Zoomed in on Cracker Barrel's old logo on a gift card

    The Meaning Behind Cracker Barrel's Old Logo

    Cracker Barrel's rebrand of the restaurant itself and its logo is causing online backlash, but what was the meaning of the original logo?

    By Jack Rose 26 days ago Read More
  • Guy Fieri excitedly smiling with sunglasses on at an event

    The Historic Georgia Diner Championed By Guy Fieri

    Guy Fieri knows his drive-ins, diners, and dives, and this historic Georgia diner has made waves for decades, and not just for its amazing meals.

    By Rachel Rear 28 days ago Read More
  • friends share a cheese pizza, fries, and colas at a food court table

    The Mall Food Court Chain Reddit Calls 'The Nickelback Of Pizza'

    Sure, it's notorious for being in mall food courts today, but this little pizza place started as a Mom and Pop shop in Brooklyn, and its pizza is true NY-style.

    By Cara J Suppa 29 days ago Read More
  • Someone brushes Olive Garden breadsticks with butter or oil

    How To Make The Ultimate Salad Topper With Olive Garden's Breadsticks

    If you hit up an Olive Garden, and you happen to go home with extra breadsticks (let's be real: we all crave the bread), then you can turn them into croutons.

    By Nikita Ephanov 29 days ago Read More
  • Subway salad bowl with protein and veggies

    The Chain Restaurant Bowl That's Actually High In Protein

    A half-pound of meat — including pepperoni, salami, turkey, ham, and roast beef — sits atop a bed of greens in one protein-rich bowl from a chain restaurant.

    By Cami Cox 1 month ago Read More
  • Three Italian cream sodas sit on a white surface against a blue-green background

    You Can Order Italian Soda At Olive Garden. Here's How

    If you want to enjoy an Italian Soda, or even better, an Italian Cream Soda, despite it not being on the menu, you can still get one from Olive Garden.

    By Cara J Suppa 1 month ago Read More
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