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  • Top view of food and hot sauces from Taco Bell

    Taco Bell Has Granted Our Wish: This Fan-Favorite Meat Is Coming Back To The Menu

    Taco Bell is leaning into tradition with this meat option. It has been on the menu before, but it is back and better than ever in two new menu items.

    By Lottë Reford 11 hours ago Read More
  • Inside of an empty Dunkin' store with all the lights on.

    Dunkin' Is Bringing Its Viral Drink Buckets Nationwide (But Here's The Major Catch)

    Dunkin' recently tested out drink buckets in a limited way and the reaction was absolutely viral, which is why they're now coming out nationwide.

    By Kat Olvera 14 hours ago Read More
  • Assorted Subway foot long sandwiches, drinks, and potato chips

    2 Big Changes Coming To Subway In 2026

    The fast food chains and restaurants that stick around adapt when they need to. Here are two ways Subway is trying to stay competitive in 2026.

    By Brian Udall 20 hours ago Read More
  • Taco Bell pizza and sauce packets in box

    Review: Taco Bell Achieves The Impossible And Improves Its Mexican Pizza With Cantina Chicken

    Taco Bell released a new twist with its Mexican Pizza by adding Cantina Chicken and a citrusy salsa. Is the Cantina Chicken Mexican Pizza a new fan favorite?

    By Sam Zwick 1 day ago Read More
  • An open box of Crumbl cookies, ready to taste and review

    14 Crumbl Cookie Flavors, Ranked Worst To Best

    Crumbl cookies are known for their sweetness, often coated in sugary frosting. So, indulging in 14 of them in a short period of time was not without sacrifice.

    By Mike Madaio 1 day ago Read More
  • French fries in commercial fryer

    McDonald's Frying Oil Might End Up Fueling The Plane On Your Next Flight

    Naturally, McDonald's goes through a whole bunch of cooking oil for frying nuggets and fries, and some of that used oil can be converted into fuel.

    By Jonathan Kesh 2 days ago Read More
  • Closeup of a person opening a McDonald's box that contains a Big Mac Cheeseburger

    Order A Better McDonald's Burger With These 5 Tips

    Sprucing up a McDonald's burger is easier than you think; the trick is in how you order it and what you order it with. Take notes for your next Mickey D's run.

    By Dylan Murray 2 days ago Read More
  • Exterior of  Dairy Queen restaurant

    11 Discontinued Dairy Queen Treats That Deserve A Revival

    When foodies discover a favorite sweet, you can expect loyalty. If these are taken off the market, customers will rebel and start clamoring for a comeback.

    By Andy Beth Miller 2 days ago Read More
  • customers at a Costco food court

    Costco's Newest Sundae Flavor Has Customers Running To The Food Court

    Temperatures are rising, and Costco added a new dessert to the food court menu just in time for the warmer weather that customers are excited to try.

    By Maria Scinto 2 days ago Read More
  • Exterior of a Hardee's with a sign, day

    10 Hardee's Commercials That Had Us Asking 'How Did They Get Away With That?'

    Forgoing conventional family-friendly advertising, Hardee's went straight for shameless TV promos. Here are some of the chain's most scandalous commercials.

    By Joe Thristino 3 days ago Read More
  • Whataburger meal with several burgers and fries

    Recreate Whataburger's Discontinued Chop House Burger With These Easy Swaps

    As long-time fans of Whataburger know, the Chop House Burger was one of the best menu items on offer. You can easily recreate it with this simple swap.

    By Jessica Riggio 3 days ago Read More
  • The exterior of a Hardee's restaurant in Wilmington, North Carolina

    How Much Food Cost At Hardee's In 1960 (Can We Get A Time Machine, Please?)

    We all know that everything has gotten more expensive over the last decades. However, it might come as a shock just how cheap the food at Hardee's was in 1960.

    By Kathy Bradshaw 4 days ago Read More
  • An array of menu items from Cinnabon featuring topped and classic cinnamon buns, cookies, churros, and other treats

    Every Cinnabon Menu Item, Ranked Worst To Best

    Cinnabon has more to offer than its classic, hefty cinnamon rolls. We tried every food item on the chain's menu to see what's actually worth trying.

    By Ed Kdonian 4 days ago Read More
  • Colonel Sanders of KFC talking to a man in a suit in front of kitchen storage shelves.

    Colonel Sanders Was So Attached To His Iconic Outfit, He Was Even Buried In It

    Kentucky Fried Chicken's Colonel Sanders was so tied to his iconic white suit that he was laid to rest wearing the outfit that defined his public image.

    By Brian Udall 5 days ago Read More
  • Exterior of a Holly Farms Fried Chicken

    12 Fried Chicken Chains That Don't Exist Anymore

    Long before today’s fast-food giants took over, fried chicken chains were battling for attention nationwide. Many disappeared entirely despite early success.

    By Michael Palan 5 days ago Read More
  • Raising Cane's combo with chicken, fries, bread, and sauce

    11 Fast Food Chains That Actually Serve Fresh Food (Never Frozen)

    Some fast-food chains put a bigger emphasis on fresh preparation than others. These restaurants use never-frozen ingredients for many core menu items.

    By Holly Riddle 6 days ago Read More
  • An In-N-Out burger and fries on a tray with a drink in the background

    5 Old-School Celebrities Who Love In-N-Out

    Stars -- they're just like us! Even celebrities get the burgers and fries from In-N-Out. Here are several famous folks who love this California chain.

    By Joe Hoeffner 6 days ago Read More
  • Person holding Taco Bell's Mexican Pizza

    Taco Bell's Iconic Mexican Pizza Is Getting A Makeover With The Help Of This Menu Item

    Taco Bell is giving a tasty makeover to its iconic Mexican Pizza with the help of an already popular menu item as well as the introduction of a new sauce.

    By Rolland Judd 6 days ago Read More
  • People eating salads and grain bowls in to-go containers at a fast food restaurant

    The 11 Most Nutritious Fast Food Meals You Can Grab Right Now

    Eating healthy on the run can be quite a challenge. Most chains don't cater to those counting calories or carbs or seeking a high-protein option.

    By Amber Winston 6 days ago Read More
  • Fully loaded double smashburger with cheese next to fries on a countertop.

    The Fast Food Chain That Uses The Best Selling BBQ Sauce In History

    Many fast food chains cut out the middle man by making their own sauces, but this fast food chain bucks the trend by offering the best selling BBQ sauce.

    By Dennis Lee 7 days ago Read More
  • vintage photo of Kentucky Fried Chicken restaurant

    What It Was Like To Eat At KFC In 1969

    Here's a look at what dining at KFC was like in 1969, from menu choices to the experience during Colonel Sanders’ era and early fast-food culture.

    By Maria Scinto 8 days ago Read More
  • white castle sliders on paper napkins next to a pile of crinkle fries and several ketchup packets

    The Old-School White Castle Knockoff That Lasted Until 2022

    A once-popular fast-food chain similar to White Castle built a fan base with a nostalgic approach before car culture helped drive its downfall.

    By Maria Scinto 9 days ago Read More
  • Hand pulling a burger out of a brown paper bag against a salmon pink background.

    The Fast Food Chain That Once Delivered Burgers Anywhere In The US (Within 24 Hours)

    We're not talking about modern-day food delivery apps here. This fast food chain was delivering burgers around the country before smart phones existed.

    By Brian Udall 9 days ago Read More
  • A curly-haired woman biting into a cheeseburger.

    13 Best Chain Restaurant Burgers Under $10 In The US

    Nothing hits like a good burger that doesn't make a dent in your wallet. These chains fit the bill, offering premium ingredients and unique toppings to boot.

    By Asia Mayfield 9 days ago Read More
  • A chicken tender meal at Raising Cane's

    Why Raising Cane's Once Got In A Legal Battle With Bob Marley's Estate

    You probably never imagined that reggae icon Bob Marley's estate would have beef with chicken chain Raising Caine's. Yet it happened, and over a phrase.

    By Kat Olvera 9 days ago Read More
  • A picturesque fast food burger.

    Here's Why Fast Food Burgers Never Look Like The Picture

    Fast food burgers in commercials look absolutely phenomenal, but when you get to the restaurant the experience isn't quite the same. Here's why.

    By Joe Hoeffner 9 days ago Read More
  • A tray of KFC chicken, fries, and a drink on a table.

    This Is Where KFC Leftovers Eventually End Up

    Like any other restaurant, KFC doesn't sell every bit of food it has on hand. When there's leftovers at the end of the day, this is what happens to it.

    By Cassie Womack 9 days ago Read More
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