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  • Starbucks display case of pastries, sandwiches, and drinks

    Starbucks Fans Are Up In Arms About The Chain's New Sandwich: 'I Work There... It's Scary To Me'

    Starbucks' new sandwich looks good on paper, but fans are saying it's anything but. If you're willing to take a chance, don't blame them for not warning you.

    By Lottë Reford 2 hours ago Read More
  • Assorted foods from McDonald's including a Big Mac, fries, drinks, and dessert pies

    This Popular McDonald's Holiday Treat Is Back — But Fans Have One Major Complaint They Can't Let Go

    This beloved seasonal item is back at McDonald's, but fans have a major complaint. Here's why some folks are griping about this sweet treat.

    By Dennis Lee 2 hours ago Read More
  • An assortment of American fast food items

    4 Changes Coming To Your Favorite Chains In 2027

    The food industry is always trying to adapt and stay ahead and it looks like 2027 will be no different. These are four changes you can expect next year.

    By Joe Hoeffner 2 hours ago Read More
  • Several McDonald's Global Menu dessert items in packaging including two Salted Caramel Dipped Cones

    I Went To McDonald's Headquarters And Tried Its Global Favorites Menu

    At McDonald’s HQ in Chicago, you can take your taste buds on tour with a Global Favorites menu from countries including Japan, Australia, and Spain.

    By Michael Palan 2 hours ago Read More
  • A paper box full of chicken nuggets with a container of dipping sauce beside it.

    The 2-Sauce Combos Not Enough People Are Dipping Their McNuggets In

    McDonald's offers a few great sauces to choose from for dipping McNuggets in, but you can open up even more possibilities by combining sauces together.

    By Dylan Murray 4 hours ago Read More
  • Big Mac, McNuggets, McChicken, fries, and two drinks on a blanket with person and bag next to them

    5 Things McDonald's Is Still Doing Right In 2026, Despite All The Hate

    Even fast food chains are held to a high standard in today's age, so it's not surprising that McDonald's has a few things that customers love in 2026.

    By Michelle Yee 6 hours ago Read More
  • Chick-fil-A sandwich being held in hand for camera.

    The Method That Makes Chick-Fil-A's Chicken So Good

    It's no secret that Chick-fil-A makes some of the best fried chicken in the industry. Here's how the fast food chain makes its chicken taste so good.

    By Dennis Lee 10 hours ago Read More
  • Hand holding clear coffee cup with iced latte.

    Jersey Mike's Has A Coffee Sister Chain That Might Just Surprise You

    Jersey Mike's has quickly grown to become one of the biggest brand names in the sandwich industry, and its sister coffee chain is arguably doing the same.

    By Dennis Lee 1 day ago Read More
  • Hand holding double cheeseburger.

    Not McDonald's: The '40s Fast Food Chain Boomers Prefer Over The Rest

    You might assume that when it comes to boomers' fast food habits, the Golden Arches would be their top pick. But another, older chain is their real favorite.

    By Dennis Lee 2 days ago Read More
  • French fries and chicken wings covered in Chicago-style mild sauce from Harold's Chicken Shack.

    The Tangy Dipping Sauce You'll Find At The Best Chicken Shops In Chicago

    Chicago may be famous for pizza and hot dogs, but residents also love a sweet, tangy dipping sauce on their chicken. Learn about this Windy City favorite.

    By Dylan Murray 2 days ago Read More
  • Burger King burger and fries on a tray

    Burger King Was Owned By This Beloved Bakery Brand From The '60s To The '80s

    You probably wouldn't guess it, but Burger King was once owned by a bakery brand. It's a brand we all know and love today, and ownership ran up to the 1980s.

    By Kristine Belonio 2 days ago Read More
  • Close-up of a McDonald's Double Quarter Pounder in its container

    The Reason McDonald's Doesn't Actually Flip Your Burgers

    That image you have about McDonald's line cooks flipping your hot, juicy burger? It's not at all how it's cooked. The fast food giant has a different method.

    By Dennis Lee 2 days ago Read More
  • Culver's fried fish sandwich close-up from commercial.

    Not McDonald's: The Fast Food Chain Fish Sandwich Fans Say Puts Seafood Restaurants 'To Shame'

    Given the option, most people would prefer to eat seafood from a seafood restaurant over fast food, but this fast food chain's fish sandwich bucks the trend.

    By Dennis Lee 3 days ago Read More
  • Salad and a drink on a table in a Panera Bread restaurant

    20 Panera Bread Menu Items That Are Still Affordable In 2026

    With restaurant prices soaring everywhere, it's good to know that some chains are keeping things affordable. Panera Bread is one such place in 2026.

    By Kathy Bradshaw 3 days ago Read More
  • Sliced roasted turkey beside stuffing, cranberry sauce, and cranberry juice for Thanksgiving

    6 Best New Thanksgiving Menu Items Of 2026

    Restaurant chains around the nation are rolling out their Thanksgiving menu items as the holiday approaches and these are the best ones of 2026.

    By Dylan Murray 4 days ago Read More
  • Person sitting in a car reaching into a fast food bag

    The 14 Best New Fast Food Hidden Gems More People Need To Know About In 2026

    Not all new fast food items go totally viral on social media, but that doesn't mean they aren't good. Here are 2026's best underrated fast food releases.

    By Maria Scinto 4 days ago Read More
  • A selection of wrapped McDonald's breakfast sandwiches

    7 Best And 8 Worst McDonald's Breakfast Sandwiches

    McDonald’s has an extensive array of breakfast sandwiches, but some are better than others. Here’s what to order for a satisfying start to the day.

    By Timothy Rawles 5 days ago Read More
  • Close-up shot of cookies in a bakery display window

    Cookie Chains Ranked From Worst To Best, According To Customers

    We're ranking popular cookie chains from worst to best, with customer feedback of course. Read on to see which way the cookies crumble.

    By Andy Beth Miller 6 days ago Read More
  • Someone receving their order at a restaurant drive-thru

    Boomers, Gen Z, Or Millennials: Who Is Hitting Fast Food Drive-Thrus Multiple Times A Day?

    Who uses the drive-thru window at fast food restaurants two or more times a day? As a new report discovered, two generations stand out as return customers.

    By Kathy Bradshaw 7 days ago Read More
  • A retro McDonald's bag.

    The McDonald's Seafood Item That Couldn't Survive The '90s

    McDonald's once offered more variety on its seafood menu than just the Filet-O-Fish, but this one didn't survive through the 1990s. Should it have?

    By Joe Hoeffner 7 days ago Read More
  • A Krispy Kreme donut set on a bag.

    What You're Actually Getting When Krispy Kreme's Hot Light Is On

    When the Hot Light is on at Krispy Kreme, what exactly does this mean? Hot donuts? FREE donuts? There's a little bit of truth in both of those statements.

    By Joe Hoeffner 7 days ago Read More
  • Two McDonald's breakfast sandwiches sitting on unwrapped wrapper next to hashbrowns

    The Southern Fast Food Chain That's Taking McDonald's Breakfast Sandwiches Down A Peg

    The best breakfast sandwiches are often found in lesser-known places, and this Southern fast food chain is slowly making a name for itself in that area.

    By Lottë Reford 8 days ago Read More
  • A bag of Popeyes Louisiana Chicken

    Beloved Crispy Side Back At Popeyes, Fans Spent Years Demanding Its Return

    Popeyes customers have been pining for the return of this crispy side dish and the chicken chain has heard the call. It's now returning to the menu.

    By Dylan Murray 8 days ago Read More
  • Chef pressing raw ground beef patties on a hot flat-top grill with toasted buns nearby

    Best Hole-In-The-Wall Burger Spots In Every US State

    The best burgers are often found at hole-in-the-wall joints, mom and pop spots where the griddle is always going, and regulars know what they're ordering.

    By Andy Beth Miller 9 days ago Read More
  • Waffle Fries at a Chick-fil-A restaurant.

    This One Simple Request Makes Chick-Fil-A's Waffle Fries 10x Better

    Waffle fries should be crispy, right? That's not always the case when you order from fast food restaurants like Chick-fil-A. But there's a trick to fix it.

    By Kristine Belonio 9 days ago Read More
  • Four iced pumpkin spice drinks in takeout cups from different outlets

    7 Iced Pumpkin Spice Lattes, Ranked — This One Was The Absolute Best

    Iced pumpkin spiced lattes are a favorite fall treat, but some are definitely tastier than others. We tried a selection to find out which is the best.

    By Dani Zoeller 10 days ago Read More
  • A deli sub sandwich on a wooden surface

    8 Overpriced Sandwich Chains That Just Aren't Worth It In 2026 (And 2 That Still Are)

    The heyday of the sandwich chain looks well and truly over. Here's a list of overpriced sandwich chains that aren't worth it (and two that still are) in 2026.

    By Billy Francis 12 days ago Read More
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