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  • 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 55 min 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 5 hours 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 14 hours 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 1 day 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 1 day 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 2 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 3 days ago Read More
  • Food items from Chick-fil-A sit on a table

    Chick-Fil-A's Iconic Phrase Was Inspired By A Fancy Hotel

    A key element of Chick-fil-A's elite service is the phrase "My pleasure" in response to customer thanks. But where did this practice actually originate?

    By Cara J Suppa 4 days ago Read More
  • A Burger King Whopper meal with fries and a drink.

    The Classic Burger King Whopper Can Be Customized In A Shocking Number Of Ways

    If you want a Whopper from Burger King, but you want to shake things up a bit, never fear! The fast food chain claims you can customize it in 200,000 ways.

    By Food Republic Staff 5 days ago Read More
  • A soft drink with Colonel Harland Sanders's face in a KFC restaurant.

    Why KFC Has A Different Name In Quebec

    Should you find yourself in Quebec hungry for KFC, the good news is that the familiar chicken is still there, though it goes by a different name.

    By Nadia Hassani 6 days ago Read More
  • A hand holds a McDonald's food bag through a takeout window.

    The McDonald's Frozen Dessert That Costs More Than A Grocery Store Ice Cream Pint

    McDonald's prices have skyrocketed these last few years, like many fast food places, but now, it costs less to get a pint of ice cream than this dessert.

    By Cami Cox 7 days ago Read More
  • A Whopper and fries from Burger King.

    Why Doesn't Burger King's Whopper Come With Cheese? Reddit Debates

    Many flagship burgers at various fast food establishments come with a slice (or two) of cheese, but not Burger King's Whopper. Reddit may have the reason why.

    By Food Republic Staff 8 days ago Read More
  • A customer in a vehicle receives their order at a McDonald's drive-thru

    McDonald's Employees Won't Take Your Order When You Make This Drive-Thru Mistake

    There are many points of drive-thru etiquette to be mindful of, and avoiding this action next time you order at McDonald's is definitely one of them.

    By Cami Cox 8 days ago Read More
  • A KFC chicken bucket.

    What Happens To KFC's Leftover Chicken?

    KFC, like most fast food empires, has leftover food by the time each store closes. With that in mind, what does the company do with its leftover chicken?

    By Max Dean 8 days ago Read More
  • A white beverage cup from Chick-fil-A sits in some sunny grass.

    Is Chick-Fil-A's Tea Actually Brewed In-Store?

    Chick-fil-A is famous for its traditional Southern sweet tea, but does each store actually brew its own iced tea, or is it shipped in for a faster experience?

    By Alba Caraceni 9 days ago Read More
  • Variety of Burger King burgers in wrappers on table

    10 Burger King Burgers, Ranked Worst To Best

    Burger King is naturally defined by its burger options, but which one is best? From the classic Whopper to a plain old hamburger, we ranked them.

    By Sophie Morelli 9 days ago Read More
  • A Crispy Chicken Quesadilla from Taco Bell.

    How To Make Crowd-Pleasing Quesadillas Like Taco Bell

    You can craft crowd-pleasing, Taco Bell-style quesadillas at home. Plus, once you've nailed the technique, the customization options are endless.

    By Cara J Suppa 10 days ago Read More
  • Friends eating burgers together

    The Regional Fast Food Chain You Can't Find Outside Tennessee And Virginia

    There are plenty of lesser-known regional fast food chains that you should be paying attention to, including a beloved one in Tennessee and Virginia.

    By Alba Caraceni 10 days ago Read More
  • Young people sitting together on steps eating fast food

    This Fast Food Restaurant Chain Has Younger Generations' Hearts

    It's no secret that teenagers have a strong affinity for fast food; however, out of the many chains available to them, one clearly reigns supreme.

    By Alba Caraceni 11 days ago Read More
  • Sandwiches and a side of oil from Moe's Italian Sandwiches.

    This 1950s Italian Sandwich Chain Is Still Going Strong In The Northeast

    This beloved Italian sandwich chain based in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, is still going strong after opening its doors to the public in 1959.

    By Cara J Suppa 12 days ago Read More
  • Animal Style Double-Doubles from In-N-Out Burger.

    How To Order An In-N-Out Animal Style Burger At McDonald's

    In-N-Out is famed for its fresh, never-frozen burgers and not-so-secret menu, but if you don't live near one, you can attempt to replicate it at McDonald's.

    By Jennifer Waldera 12 days ago Read More
  • McDonald's food on a tray

    11 Biggest Changes To McDonald's In 2026 So Far

    From its domestic and international menus to its physical restaurants and rewards program, McDonald's has introduced some major changes in 2026 so far.

    By Cara J Suppa 13 days ago Read More
  • The checkout area in an empty Walmart.

    The Beloved Mexican Fast Food Chain That's In Some Walmart Stores

    Beyond the well-known McDonald’s outposts, an extremely beloved Mexican-inspired fast food chain also operates within select Walmart locations.

    By Cara J Suppa 14 days ago Read More
  • Arby's roast beef sandwiches.

    Arby's Roast Beef Sandwich Gets A Crunchy Upgrade With This Simple Tip

    While Arby's roast beef sandwiches are absolutely iconic, a single technique can elevate the experience by adding some serious crunch and flavor.

    By Max Dean 15 days ago Read More
  • Homemade fish and chips on a plate

    7 Chain Restaurants With The Best Fried Seafood, According To Customers

    Have a hankering for fried seafood, like calamari or fish sticks or fried shrimp? Take a trip to one of these chain restaurants for the best friend seafood.

    By Nick Bythrow 16 days ago Read More
  • A diner holding a fast-food sandwich makes the thumbs down sign.

    5 Fast Food Burger Chains That Are Overpriced, According To Customers

    Let's be so for real: Fast food prices have skyrocketed across the board (thanks inflation), but these burger joints have customers complaining in particular.

    By Cami Cox 18 days ago Read More
  • Various In-N-Out burgers on a red tray.

    Can You Actually Order A Gorilla Style Burger At In-N-Out?

    You might have seen people on social media raving about a new "secret-menu" item at In-N-Out called Gorilla Style, but is it real or is it clout?

    By Food Republic Staff 19 days ago Read More
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