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  • Served bowl of tater tots.

    These Fast Food Tater Tots Are Available At Grocery Stores

    If you love yourself fast food tater tots, especially from this popular drive-in brand, then you're in for good news: They're coming to stores.

    By Nikita Ephanov 13 hours ago Read More
  • Culver's pot roast sandwich with broccoli and mashed potatoes

    The Fast Food Chain That Has Pot Roast On Its Menu

    Fast food chains rarely go off-script to offer customers something truly unique, but one particular franchise actually has pot roast on the menu.

    By Cara J Suppa 17 hours ago Read More
  • An In-N-Out Double-Double burger with fries.

    In-N-Out Food Trucks Will Cater Your Parties In These 4 States

    Fans will go out of their way for In-N-Out's food, but residents of these states can actually cater their own parties and events with a Cookout Truck.

    By Alba Caraceni 1 day ago Read More
  • A McDonald's burger sits on top of a red and yellow box.

    Why Fast Food Logos Often Have These 2 Colors

    If you're a fast food aficionado, you're probably familiar with the two colors that dominate the fast food logo chain sphere, but there's science to the choice.

    By Cara J Suppa 3 days ago Read More
  • A wrapped Subway sandwich on paper.

    The Sneaky Reason Subway Started Toasting Its Sandwiches

    There's actually a pretty sneaky reason behind why Subway initially started stocking its stores with specialty ovens that could toast bread quickly.

    By Jack Rose 3 days ago Read More
  • A diner holds up two different McDonald's burgers

    Elevate Your McDonald's Burger With These 5 Ordering Tips

    Whether you prefer a basic, no-frills sandwich or a hearty Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese, a few ordering tips can elevate your McDonald's burger.

    By Cami Cox 3 days ago Read More
  • A Chick-fil-A chicken sandwich with sauce, nuggets, and a drink.

    Chick-Fil-A Customers Have Noticed A Frustrating Issue With The Chain's Sandwiches

    Many folks love Chick-fil-A's chicken sandwich, with the chain's commercial success upholding that sentiment — but with such popularity comes extra scrutiny.

    By Nikita Ephanov 6 days ago Read More
  • Burger King and McDonald's food packaging.

    How This McDonald's Burger Tried And Failed To Compete With Burger King's Whopper In The '90s

    Yes, it's true: McDonald's once launched a burger calculated to compete directly with Burger King's iconic Whopper, but the gambit ultimately failed.

    By Cami Cox 8 days ago Read More
  • Closed sign in restaurant window

    8 Beloved Restaurant Chains That Are Closing Locations In 2026

    Popular fast food and fast casual restaurant chains aren't immune to economic difficulties. These well-known names are closing locations this year.

    By K.T. Phillips 9 days ago Read More
  • A diner giving an order to a server at a restaurant.

    The California City That Has Banned Restaurant Chains Since The 1970s

    Sure, California may have pioneered some fast food giants (In-N-Out, McDonald's, and Taco Bell all come to mind), but this one town refuses all chains.

    By Andrea Carlo 9 days ago Read More
  • A typical McDonald's meal.

    31 Years Ago, McDonald's Added An Iconic Dessert To The Menu

    Unlike other classics, such as the cheeseburger or french fries, this iconic dessert is actually a relatively recent addition to the McDonald's lineup.

    By Max Dean 9 days ago Read More
  • Long John Silver's fish sits in a tray on a table

    Long John Silver's Customers Wish This Item Would Return To The Menu

    Long John Silver's has more than fish. With an array of mains (like chicken) and a plethora of sides, you've got options, but customers this particular item.

    By Cara J Suppa 9 days ago Read More
  • Person holding Chick-Fil-A sandwich.

    Elevate Your Chick-Fil-A Chicken Sandwich With These 5 Ordering Tips

    Whether you want to introduce new flavors or tailor the textures to your liking, the classic Chick-fil-A sandwich has a surprising amount of creative potential.

    By Nikita Ephanov 10 days ago Read More
  • The ordering counter in a Popeyes restaurant.

    Here's How Much Popeyes Franchise Owners Actually Make

    While it isn't the most lucrative of all fast food franchises (it isn't even very high on the list), there are benefits (and profit) to be had from Popeyes.

    By Cami Cox 11 days ago Read More
  • A Filet-O-Fish sits on a McDonald's box.

    The 2009 McDonald's Filet-O-Fish Jingle That's Forever Stuck In Customers' Heads

    While it seemed like everyone was singing or humming the McDonald's Filet-O-Fish jingle in 2009, the song remains a classic earworm for fans.

    By Cara J Suppa 12 days ago Read More
  • A man smiles as he is handed his food at a drive-thru

    The Best Fast Food Deals For Memorial Day 2026

    Memorial Day weekend is filled with backyard cookouts, but if you want fast food chains to do the cooking, check out these can't-miss deals.

    By Cara J Suppa 13 days ago Read More
  • McDonald's Big Mac sits next to fires and a drink.

    Want A Better McDonald's Big Mac? Use These 5 Ordering Tips

    Want to change up your Big Mac burger but still want the bones in place? Use these ordering tips to give you a totally new (and better) experience.

    By Jennifer Waldera 14 days ago Read More
  • Tacos from Dairy Queen on a white background.

    This Popular Ice Cream Chain Serves Up Tacos, But Only In Texas (And Customers Love Them)

    This popular ice cream chain serves up meaty tacos that are filled with ground beef and a mix of lettuce, tomato, and cheese — but only in Texas.

    By Nikita Ephanov 14 days ago Read More
  • Variety of Burger King burgers in wrappers on table

    Why The Best Burger King Burger Is The Classic Whopper

    It probably comes as no surprise that the Whopper — the burger that put Burger King on the map — remains our definitive choice for the best sandwich.

    By Cara J Suppa 14 days ago Read More
  • A hand holds a Wendy's food bag.

    Wendy's 'Fresh, Never Frozen' Beef Isn't Guaranteed In This State

    Although Wendy's serves fresh beef at most outlets, one state remains a notable exception — and it reveals the limits of the chain's famous guarantee.

    By Max Dean 15 days ago Read More
  • Hand holding an Egg McMuffin

    The Cheese You Should Buy For Perfect Egg McMuffins At Home

    If you want to make Egg McMuffins at home, then you need to use the right kind of cheese, and no, your average Kraft single isn't going to cut it.

    By Alba Caraceni 15 days ago Read More
  • Culver's butter burger with cheese and crinkle-cut fries on a signature Culver's blue tray

    The Simple Culver's Request To Prevent Soggy Fries

    Some fast food joints have thin and crispy fries, but when you dine at Culver's, they come thick and (sometimes) soggy. Here's how to ensure they are crisp.

    By Carlos C Olaechea 15 days ago Read More
  • A McDonald's Filet-O-Fish sits on top of its box.

    McDonald's And Burger King Use The Same Fish For Sandwiches, Yet Customers Say They Taste Way Different

    Many fast food joints have a fish sandwich, but McDonald's and Burger King both have outstanding versions, but customers say they taste different.

    By Cami Cox 16 days ago Read More
  • A McDonald's meal.

    Where To Find A Spicy McDonald's Cheeseburger

    If you want to order a cheeseburger with spicy green peppers at McDonald's (aka a Hatch Green Chile Double Cheeseburger), you need to head to this state.

    By Max Dean 16 days ago Read More
  • Fast food workers at a prep station for tacos.

    64 Years Ago, This Beloved Mexican Chain Opened Its Doors

    Over six decades ago, this beloved Mexican-inspired chain first opened its doors in Southern California, spreading love of tacos across the nation.

    By Carlos C Olaechea 17 days ago Read More
  • Burger King burgers on paper packaging.

    The Worst Burger King Burger Is A Whopper Variation

    Food Republic sampled and ranked several Burger King burgers, and unfortunately, one burger — a Whopper variation — simply did not hit the spot.

    By Nikita Ephanov 18 days ago Read More
  • A diner holds up a McDonald's bag.

    McDonald's Owned This Ohio Pizza Chain In The '90s

    McDonald's acquired more than 100 locations of an Ohio-based pizza chain in the '90s, but the partnership only endured for around four years.

    By Nikita Ephanov 18 days ago Read More
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