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12 Best-Value Breakfast Chain Restaurants

staff@foodrepublic.com (Molly E. Sandwell) — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 17:02:00 +0000

Breakfast may be the most important meal of the day, but everyone still wants value. From drive-thru to casual dining, these breakfast chains offer the most.

The 5 Best Dallas Coffee Shops, According To A Local

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nikita Ephanov) — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:17:00 +0000

Dallas is a sprawling city with over 30 neighborhoods, but we have the inside scoop on the best coffee shops, according to a local.

How Reddit Recreates Starbucks' Lemonade

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nikita Ephanov) — Sun, 31 May 2026 18:17:00 +0000

If you have a particular fondness for Starbucks' lemonade, you'll know it's not like any you can buy at the store. Here's how Reddit recreates it.

The 11 Best Starbucks Drinks You Can Order, According To Baristas On Reddit

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nicole Alexander) — Sat, 30 May 2026 17:02:00 +0000

Baristas on Reddit have divulged their absolute favorite Starbucks drinks, and they're the experts, so these are the best drinks you can order at Starbucks.

Review: Starbucks' New Summer Drinks Look Better Than They Taste – Unless You Order Like This

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nicole Alexander) — Tue, 12 May 2026 18:15:56 +0000

Starbucks' 2026 summer menu is a visual delight and packs a punch, but not in the places you'd expect. Our review shares exactly what you should order.

Starbucks' Protein Cold Foam Has A Big Problem, According To Customers

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nikita Ephanov) — Fri, 01 May 2026 23:17:00 +0000

Starbucks has jumped onto the protein train and is now making protein-heavy cold foams to go on your coffee and tea, but how well are they reviewed?

I Lived In New Orleans For 15 Years: These Are The Hands-Down 5 Best Coffee Shops

staff@foodrepublic.com (K.T. Phillips) — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 12:17:00 +0000

For those who don't know, New Orleans is big on coffee, and these local picks are the very best coffee shops the Crescent City has to offer.

Dutch Bros Vs Starbucks: Comparing The Coffee Drink Sizes

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jennifer Waldera) — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 12:17:00 +0000

Two coffee chains, both alike in dignity, in fair Starbucks and Dutch Bros, we lay our scene: which chain has the bigger sizes and which has more caffeine?

A Dietitian Shares The Sugary Starbucks Menu Item You May Want To Avoid

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cami Cox) — Thu, 05 Mar 2026 11:17:00 +0000

Starbucks is known for its coffee, but also how much sugar it packs into certain items. There's one item a dietitian says to avoid due to its sugar levels.

Review: Starbucks' New Pink Cannon Ball Drink Feels More Like A Belly Flop

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jenn Carnevale) — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 15:48:58 +0000

Starbucks's new Pink Cannon Ball Drink is a riff on the original viral hit, but this limited-time spring menu addition turned out to be a dud.

How To Order Starbucks' Highest-Protein Drink (It Packs 70 Grams)

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nikita Ephanov) — Mon, 02 Mar 2026 22:17:00 +0000

Starbucks has gone all-in with the current protein trend, and you can get a single Venti drink that contains a whopping 70 grams of protein.

Review: Starbucks' New Bakery Lineup Needed A Little Extra Time In The Oven

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nicole Alexander) — Mon, 09 Feb 2026 21:51:41 +0000

Starbucks has added some new bakery items to its menu this February, so we gave all of them a try to see what's worth getting, and what to leave.

Review: Starbucks' New 1971 Roast Puts An Elevated Spin On A Classic

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nicole Alexander) — Mon, 09 Feb 2026 20:10:24 +0000

Starbucks has released a brand-new roast to add to its full-time menu: the 1971 Roast. We tried it for ourselves (black) to see how it measured up.

Why You Can't Go To The First-Ever Starbucks Location

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Sun, 08 Feb 2026 18:17:00 +0000

While the iconic mermaid logo can now be spotted all over the world, anyone hoping to visit the very first Starbucks location may be disappointed.

Review: Starbucks' Valentine's Launch Is Berry Untraditional (And We Can't Get Enough Of It)

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nicole Alexander) — Wed, 04 Feb 2026 19:49:58 +0000

Starbucks' latest beverage launch is bright and berry-filled for Valentine's Day. We sampled and reviewed them all to determine if they're sip-worthy.

What Is Starbucks' 4-Minute Rule?

staff@foodrepublic.com (Alba Caraceni) — Sun, 01 Feb 2026 23:17:00 +0000

Starbucks has been struggling to regain the ground it lost with its last CEO. Now, the company is trying to turn things around with its 4-minute rule.

20 Fast Food Menu Items With Over 30 Grams Of Protein

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cami Cox) — Sat, 31 Jan 2026 17:17:00 +0000

With many fast-food items packing more than 30 grams of protein, a quick trip to the drive-thru can give you a massive head start on your daily macro goals.

Not Following This Coffee Shop Etiquette Rule Is Surely Angering Your Barista

staff@foodrepublic.com (Alba Caraceni) — Sat, 31 Jan 2026 00:17:00 +0000

While coffee shop etiquette helps baristas keep the line moving efficiently, it can be pretty aggravating when customers ignore some basic courtesies.

10 Rules To Know Before Visiting Starbucks

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nicole Alexander) — Wed, 28 Jan 2026 18:02:00 +0000

Starbucks isn't a fine-dining institution, but it still has plenty of etiquette and unwritten rules that are worth knowing. We're here to help.

What Makes Café Du Monde's Beignets So Special

staff@foodrepublic.com (Alba Caraceni) — Tue, 27 Jan 2026 21:17:00 +0000

Café Du Monde is famous across the United States, known as a Nola institution. But just what makes its beignets so amazing? We dive into the history and taste.