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Jimmy John's Vs Jersey Mike's: Which Sandwich Chain Has The Cheaper Italian Sub

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nikita Ephanov) — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 16:17:00 +0000

While finding an Italian sub at either Jersey Mike's or Jimmy John's is easy enough, how do the two sandwich chains actually compare on price?

This Diner Ordering Behavior Will Lead To Server Side-Eye Every Time

staff@foodrepublic.com (Carlos C Olaechea) — Sun, 26 Jul 2026 15:17:00 +0000

If you're doing this one ordering behavior, your server may side-eye, especially depending on the type of establishment you happen to be dinig in.

The Customer Takeout Order Behavior That Angers Servers

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 22:17:00 +0000

If you order takeout on the regular (or even just occasionally), then make sure to avoid doing this one particular thing that annoys nearly every server.

This Steakhouse Restaurant Chain Always Makes Its Bread Fresh

staff@foodrepublic.com (Carlos C Olaechea) — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 18:17:00 +0000

While many U.S. restaurant chains cut costs by compromising on ingredients and pre-making sauces, one popular steakhouse chain still bakes its bread fresh.

The Question To Ask Your Server Before Ordering The Main Course At A Restaurant

staff@foodrepublic.com (Alba Caraceni) — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 14:17:00 +0000

When dining at a restaurant, it can be tempting to ask a server what their favorite meal is or what's popular, but there is a better question you can ask.

10 Olive Garden Hidden Gems You Should Order

staff@foodrepublic.com (Eli Cohen) — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 17:02:00 +0000

Olive Garden is more than just the basics. These hidden gems are totally worth ordering, from DIY steak marsala to Italian sodas to raspberry sauce for zeppole.

There's A Reason Those Complimentary Mints Taste Better At Olive Garden

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cami Cox) — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 10:17:00 +0000

Do you love those complimentary Andes Mints that Olive Garden gives out at the end of a meal? You aren't alone, and yes, they do taste better at Olive Garden.

How To Make Sure Your Wings At Buffalo Wild Wings Are Extra Saucy

staff@foodrepublic.com (Andy Hume) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 19:17:00 +0000

If you want your wings completely smothered in sauce rather than regularly tossed, upgrade your Buffalo Wild Wings order with one simple request.

The Fast Casual Chain That's Been Family-Owned Since The '80s

staff@foodrepublic.com (Andy Hume) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:17:00 +0000

One iconic fast casual restaurant, which is particularly ubiquitous in airports and malls, has been family-owned and operated since the 1980s.

What Olive Garden Does With Leftover Customer Breadsticks

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cami Cox) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:17:00 +0000

Olive Garden goes through a ton (perhaps literally) of breadsticks, but not all of them get eaten. What happens to those that are leftover? It actually depends.

8 Restaurant Chains With The Best Margaritas, According To Customers

staff@foodrepublic.com (K.T. Phillips) — Sun, 19 Jul 2026 13:02:00 +0000

If you have a hankering for a refreshing margarita, try out one of these chain restaurants for a delicious one. Customers attest to their deliciousness.

Making Your Burger Pittsburgh-Style Couldn't Be Easier

staff@foodrepublic.com (Andy Hume) — Sun, 19 Jul 2026 12:17:00 +0000

Sure. most places have their own version of a classic American burger, but Pittsburgh takes things to a new level. Fortunately, it's easy to make at home.

Which Major Steakhouse Chain Has The Biggest Menu?

staff@foodrepublic.com (Carlos C Olaechea) — Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:17:00 +0000

While some major steakhouse chains stick to a few classic cuts, others offer expansive menus that cater to everyone. So, which one has the biggest selection?

The Houston Grocery Store That Became A Beloved Burger Restaurant

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:17:00 +0000

This eatery in Houston made the gradual transition from neighborhood grocery store to beloved burger restaurant, and it's been going strong ever since.

This Bakery Has Been In Business For Over 850 Years

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nikita Ephanov) — Sun, 12 Jul 2026 21:17:00 +0000

One of the world's oldest bakeries has been baking bread - including its iconic sourdough - since 1160, an impressive span of more than 850 years.

You Can Easily Adopt Olive Garden's Simple Salad Trick

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jack Rose) — Sat, 11 Jul 2026 21:17:00 +0000

Olive Garden's salad is world famous for being as generous as it is delicious, but one of the reasons it is so good is down to this simple trick.

10 Chain Sandwiches Over $10

staff@foodrepublic.com (Carlos C Olaechea) — Sat, 11 Jul 2026 15:17:00 +0000

While many restaurant chains build their identities around affordability, not all of them can compete on price. Some even feature sandwiches that top $10.

The Old-School St. Louis Diner That's Been Open For Over 100 Years

staff@foodrepublic.com (Andrea Carlo) — Sat, 11 Jul 2026 10:17:00 +0000

One no-frills establishment in downtown St. Louis has stood the test of time because it's old-school in the truest form, and refuses to compromise.

'90s Cracker Barrel Servers And Customers Alike Will Remember This Discontinued Steak Dinner

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:17:00 +0000

There was a steak dinner, available from the 1990s until the 2010s, that Cracker Barrel servers and customers recall with nostalgia (and hunger).

9 Chain Restaurants That Boomers Miss

staff@foodrepublic.com (Eli Cohen) — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 17:02:00 +0000

The restaurant landscape has changed dramatically over the last several decades, and these boomer-favorite chains have shrunk or disappeared altogether.