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8 Chains With The Best New York Strip Steaks

staff@foodrepublic.com (K.T. Phillips) — Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:02:00 +0000

A New York strip steak is one of many people's favorite cuts to order when out to eat, so we decided to find the chains with the best NY strip steaks.

Review: Noodles And Company Starts New Ramen Menu Strong With 3 Unique Flavors

staff@foodrepublic.com (Sam Zwick) — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 18:59:33 +0000

Noodles and Company is taking on ramen, and its three unique new offerings provide an interesting fusion of flavors and cuisines. Here's what we think of them.

How Much A LongHorn Steakhouse T-Bone Cost In The '80s Vs 2026

staff@foodrepublic.com (Carlos C Olaechea) — Mon, 12 Oct 2026 17:17:00 +0000

Back in the 1980s, when LongHorn Steakhouse first opened, a t-bone steak had a very different price tag on it, but has it caught up with inflation?

10 Best Chain Restaurant Reubens, According To Customer Reviews

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jessica Santina) — Sat, 10 Oct 2026 17:02:00 +0000

A Reuben sandwich is so classic that some judge a deli solely on its ability to make one. Here are the best Reubens available from chain restaurants nationwide.

For Juicier Baby Back Ribs, Cook Them Like Applebee's

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Sat, 10 Oct 2026 16:17:00 +0000

If you're a fan of Applebee's juicy baby back ribs and want to replicate them yourself at home, there's one essential step you simply cannot skip.

The Best American Pizza Chain For Custom Toppings

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Tue, 06 Oct 2026 19:17:00 +0000

One American pizza chain has kept customers coming back over the years, thanks in no small part to the variety of its upscale toppings (vegan chorizo, anyone?).

12 Burgers Guy Fieri Loved On Diners, Drive-Ins And Dives

staff@foodrepublic.com (Carly Weaver) — Sun, 04 Oct 2026 17:02:00 +0000

Having tried too many burgers to count on his show "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives," Guy Fieri knows a good burger when he tastes one. These were some he loved.

Get Better Olive Garden Breadsticks With This Genius Request

staff@foodrepublic.com (Carlos C Olaechea) — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 17:17:00 +0000

It's a well known fact that Olive Garden has some of the best breadsticks of any chain, but you can make them even better with this genius tip.

8 Chain Restaurants With The Best Scrambled Eggs, According To Customers

staff@foodrepublic.com (K.T. Phillips) — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 13:02:00 +0000

Scrambled eggs are simple enough to make at home, but, according to customers, they're worth ordering out at these eight chain restaurants.

Give Your Mashed Potatoes More Flavor By Making Them Outback Steakhouse-Style

staff@foodrepublic.com (Carlos C Olaechea) — Sun, 27 Sep 2026 17:17:00 +0000

If you want to take your mashed potatoes to the next level by letting rich, complementary flavors meld into every bite, take a page from Outback Steakhouse.

8 Applebee's Entrees, Ranked Worst To Best

staff@foodrepublic.com (Becki Ledford) — Sun, 27 Sep 2026 13:02:00 +0000

We decided to try out a bunch of entrées at Applebee's to see how they tasted. Some of them were downright delicious, and others were pretty passable.

Why You Should Think Twice Before Ordering Seafood At A Casual Restaurant

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 20:17:00 +0000

Seafood is a luxury many of us like to indulge in when we dine out, but if you're heading to a casual spot, you should think twice before you order.

The 5 Biggest Steaks You Can Order At Chain Steakhouses

staff@foodrepublic.com (Carlos C Olaechea) — Sun, 20 Sep 2026 22:17:00 +0000

Some of the largest steaks you can get come from high-end restaurant chains, which serve hefty portions of porterhouses and tomahawks - some nearing 50 ounces.

This Steakhouse Restaurant Chain Briefly Served Mexican Food In The '90s

staff@foodrepublic.com (Andrea Carlo) — Sun, 20 Sep 2026 20:17:00 +0000

Back in the 1990s, one steakhouse chain that was growing its popularity and presence on the national scale decided to make a foray into Mexican food.

16 Burger Chains Where You Can DIY Chili Cheeseburgers

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cami Cox) — Sat, 19 Sep 2026 21:17:00 +0000

It's not often you come across chili cheeseburgers on burger chain menus, but these restaurants allow you to DIY your way to meat-on-meat sandwich perfection.

Elevate Your Cracker Barrel Breakfast With These 5 Ordering Requests

staff@foodrepublic.com (Carlos C Olaechea) — Tue, 15 Sep 2026 21:17:00 +0000

It's possible to transform a standard Cracker Barrel breakfast into something entirely new, ranging from global-inspired dishes to drive-thru favorites.

The Cut Of Meat Roy Rogers Restaurants Use On Roast Beef Sandwiches

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:17:00 +0000

Roy Rogers is a popular fast casual chain, especially out in the East or Midwest. This is the cut the restaurant uses to make its delicious roast beef sandwich.

6 Chain Restaurants With The Best Lobster Rolls, According To Customers

staff@foodrepublic.com (K.T. Phillips) — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 17:02:00 +0000

You can find plenty of great lobster rolls across the U.S. These are the chains customers say serve some of the best Maine- and Connecticut-style rolls.

Mike's Famous Philly Vs Big Kahuna Cheese Steak: How The Jersey Mike's Subs Differ

staff@foodrepublic.com (Andrea Carlo) — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 14:17:00 +0000

Mike's Famous Philly is one of Jersey Mike's beloved classic sandwiches, but the Big Kahuna Cheese Steak takes things just a few steps further.

16 Texas Roadhouse Entrees That Are Under $17

staff@foodrepublic.com (Carlos C Olaechea) — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 13:17:00 +0000

Texas Roadhouse is known for its affordability and broad menu, and these 16 main courses for less than $17 prove just how budget-friendly it can be.