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  • 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 60 min ago Read More
  • Close-up photo of three Starbucks Refreshers

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

    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.

    By Nicole Alexander 2 hours ago Read More
  • Bartender pouring beer from a tap into a large glass mug

    Olive Garden's Sister Restaurant Has A Large Draft Beer Selection

    A massive part of the draw to Olive Garden's sister restaurant is its extensive beer selection, also housed under the Darden corporate umbrella.

    By Alba Caraceni 5 hours ago Read More
  • A steak and baked potato on a LongHorn Steakhouse plate.

    How A 1982 Blizzard Helped LongHorn Steakhouse Survive And Grow

    Today, LongHorn Steakhouse enjoys widespread success, but that was not always the case. In 1982, a blizzard helped pull it back from the brink of bankruptcy.

    By Max Dean 20 hours ago Read More
  • Various Olive Garden pasta dishes.

    Is Olive Garden's Never-Ending Pasta Bowl Special Actually Profitable? Reddit Debates

    Olive Garden's Never Ending Pasta Bowl deal seems almost too good to be true, leading Redditors to debate whether the special is actually profitable.

    By Carlos C Olaechea 1 day ago Read More
  • A plate of barbecue pork, strawberries, and fries at historic Long Grove Village Tavern.

    The Oldest Restaurant In Illinois Has Been Serving Customers Since 1847

    You might think that the oldest restaurant is in Chicago, and while it's closeby, it's in another little town, serving guests continuously since 1847.

    By Alba Caraceni 1 day ago Read More
  • Ina Garten holding a microphone and smiling

    9 Old-School Restaurants That Celebrity Chefs Swear By

    Celebrity chefs need to eat too, and many like to dine at old-school restaurants. These are the favorite classic eateries of some all-time culinary legends.

    By Molly E. Sandwell 2 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 3 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 4 days ago Read More
  • Anthony Bourdain on a red carpet.

    Anthony Bourdain Fell For These Truly Unique Hot Dogs In Denver

    Foe years, Anthony Bourdain maintained that Denver was a wasteland when it came to good food, but this unique hot dog spot changed his mind.

    By Andrea Carlo 4 days ago Read More
  • Panda Express meal featuring orange chicken.

    Why Panda Express Customers Think Its Orange Chicken Has Changed For The Worse

    Customers have been complaining online that Panda Express has changed the recipe for the sauce to its Orange Chicken, and they might be right.

    By Carlos C Olaechea 4 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 5 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 5 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 5 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 6 days ago Read More
  • Giada De Laurentiis stands on a red carpet, smiling, and wearing rose-colored sunglasses.

    Giada De Laurentiis' Family Has Been Eating At This Roman Restaurant For Decades

    Giada De Laurentiis' family is, quite proudly, Italian. There is one particular restaurant in Rome that her entire family has been visiting for decades.

    By Andrea Carlo 6 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 7 days ago Read More
  • A nice steak dinner at an upscale restaurant.

    Customers Say This Fancy Steakhouse Chain Has Lost Its Quality

    It's no secret that restaurants have been on the decline since the pandemic, with either quality dropping or prices rising, including at this steakhouse.

    By Andrea Carlo 7 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 8 days ago Read More
  • A group of four friends sharing pizza and smiling at a restaurant with walnut paneling.

    The 5 Worst Types Of People To Dine With At A Restaurant

    When you're dining out, whether it's at an old stand by you love or somewhere new and exciting, nothing ruins the mood like one of these types of diners.

    By Carlos C Olaechea 8 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 8 days ago Read More
  • Pristine plate of fried catfish served with fries, lemon, and tartar sauce.

    The Best (And Worst) Chain Restaurant Fried Catfish, According To Reviews

    Catfish isn't a common menu item at many chains, but which ones actually do it well? We looked at customer reviews to determine the best ... and the blandest.

    By Nick Bythrow 9 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 10 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 10 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 11 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 11 days ago Read More
  • The Dallas skyline at night.

    Where I Go For The Best Late-Night Eats In Dallas

    From upscale eateries to laid-back dive bars, Dallas boasts a diverse array of late-night kitchens ready to satisfy any craving long after the sun goes down.

    By Nikita Ephanov 11 days ago Read More
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