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Customers Agree, These Chains Serve The Best Loaded Fries

staff@foodrepublic.com (K.T. Phillips) — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 13:02:00 +0000

French fries are good and all, but loaded fries are where its at. And these fast food chains have the best loaded fries of them all. Try them for yourself!

McDonald's Workers Don't Squirt Ketchup From A Bottle

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 14:17:00 +0000

McDonald's workers aren't burger flippers, and they don't squirt ketchup out of a little squeezy bottle. Instead, they use a precise machine to dole it out.

The Difference Between The McDonald's Quarter Pounder And Double Cheeseburger

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:17:00 +0000

While both the Quarter Pounder and the Double Cheeseburger have remained McDonald's menu staples for decades, several key differences set them apart.

The McDonald's Breakfast Dupe You Can Find At Trader Joe's

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:17:00 +0000

Rather than making them from scratch (because who really has time for that?), you can find a solid dupe for this McDonald's breakfast item at Trader Joe's.

McDonald's French Fries Aren't Dairy-Free

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Sun, 18 Oct 2026 22:17:00 +0000

Many fans consider McDonald's fries the absolute best in fast food, and their signature flavor actually relies on an unexpected dairy ingredient.

McDonald's Burger Patties Aren't Cooked To Order

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Sun, 18 Oct 2026 18:17:00 +0000

To handle high food volumes, fast food chains like McDonald's rely on efficient kitchen processes. Case in point, its burger patties aren't cooked to order.

Order 2 Simple Sides To Give Culver's Onion Rings 10x The Flavor

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cami Cox) — Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:17:00 +0000

Because Culver's cooks everything to order and welcomes customization, topping its onion rings with these two sides is a great way to build your meal.

For The Best Bone-In Fried Chicken, Go To This Underrated Chain

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Sun, 18 Oct 2026 15:17:00 +0000

The superiority of this underrated chain's bone-in fried chicken comes down to fresh ingredients and careful prep - though its delicious sauces don't hurt.

McDonald's Vs Burger King: The Fast Food Chain With The Healthier Hash Browns

staff@foodrepublic.com (Carlos C Olaechea) — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 17:17:00 +0000

Both McDonald's and Burger King serve a tasty breakfast, complete with hash browns. However, which fast food chain claims the healthier potato?

6 Fast Food Chains With The Highest Quality Chicken Tenders

staff@foodrepublic.com (K.T. Phillips) — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 17:02:00 +0000

While you can find chicken tenders at almost any fast food chain, these are some of the spots with the highest-quality chicken tenders out there.

McDonald's Workers Don't Cook The Folded Eggs

staff@foodrepublic.com (Max Dean) — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 19:17:00 +0000

Folded eggs appear on several McDonald's items, including biscuits, bagels, and McGriddles, though crew members don't actually cook them in-store.

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.

McDonald's Customer Finds A Unique Way To Make The Egg McMuffin Crunchier

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Mon, 12 Oct 2026 13:17:00 +0000

McDonald's Egg McMuffin is an industry standard for a reason, but if you want to add a little texture and get some crunch, consider how this person orders.

One Of The Best Fast Food Breakfast Orders Under $5 Is A Filling Burger King Sandwich

staff@foodrepublic.com (Andy Hume) — Sun, 11 Oct 2026 16:17:00 +0000

In the great pantheon of fast food breakfast orders, one Burger King sandwich stands out not just for being filling and tasty, but because it costs under $5.

McDonald's Customer Swaps The English Muffin For A Crunchier McMuffin Upgrade

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cami Cox) — Sun, 11 Oct 2026 15:17:00 +0000

McDonald's McMuffins usually come sandwiched by a butter-toasted English muffin, but if you want more savory crunch, then swap the bread for this.

For A Juicier Egg McMuffin, Ask For 3 Simple Ingredients

staff@foodrepublic.com (Carlos C Olaechea) — Sat, 10 Oct 2026 19:17:00 +0000

While McDonald's Egg McMuffin is a classic for a reason, no one could accuse it of being a juicy sandwich. Here's how you can make it so with three add-ons.

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.

The Difference Between The McDonald's McDouble & Double Cheeseburger

staff@foodrepublic.com (Carlos C Olaechea) — Sat, 10 Oct 2026 15:17:00 +0000

The difference between McDonald's McDouble and Double Cheeseburger seems minimal at first glance, but the distinction was actually carefully considered.

The Best Fast Food Burgers Added To Menus In 2026

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cami Cox) — Sat, 10 Oct 2026 14:17:00 +0000

Every year, fast food burger joints add new sandwiches to their line-ups, and in 2026, these are the best ones to roll out and hit the proverbial shelf.

10 Best New Fast Food Menu Items Of October 2026

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Tue, 06 Oct 2026 15:43:56 +0000

This October, fast food has something new for everyone - whether you're craving a stacked burger, a decadent dessert, or a specialty drink for spooky season.