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  • Waiter with his arms up as guests show anger toward check

    These 8 Types Of Nightmare Customers Shouldn't Be Allowed In Another Restaurant Ever Again

    The service industry is full of horror stories, but these eight types of nightmare customers really shouldn't be allowed to dine out ever again.

    By Haley McNamara 9 hours ago Read More
  • A slice of pepperoni pizza being separated from its pie.

    The Low-Key Fast Food Pizza Chain Customers Say Beats All Others

    You have your choice of fast food pizza chains on both the national and regional fronts. But fans of one Michigan-based pizza chain say it's the best by far.

    By Joe Hoeffner 12 hours ago Read More
  • Homemade Ham and Cheese Omelette with Potatoes for Breakfast on a white plate with a blue rim

    Where To Find The Absolute Best Omelet In Every State

    If you love breakfast, chances are eggs are on the menu. There are a number of great places to obtain an egg-centric meal across the U.S.

    By Andy Beth Miller 22 hours ago Read More
  • Multiple People ordering and receiving food from a food truck

    14 US Food Trucks With Huge Portions And Quality To Match In 2026

    These food trucks have built loyal followings with generous portions and standout cooking. Many attract lines that start forming well before mealtime.

    By Joe Thristino 1 day ago Read More
  • An employee picks up bakery items from the display case at a bakery.

    The Bakery Chain Ranked As Best According To Customers Uses Wholesome Ingredients

    One way to get into customers' good graces is to use ingredients that are wholly recognizable, and this bakery chain proves that fact with flying colors.

    By Haley McNamara 1 day ago Read More
  • Ex-Beatle Ringo Starr in 2025.

    The Bizarre '90s Ringo Starr Pizza Hut Commercial That Feels Like A Fever Dream

    Once upon a time, Ringo Starr appeared in a Pizza Hut commercial that suggested he was reuniting with the Beatles. Only he wasn't. Pizza was also involved.

    By Joe Hoeffner 1 day ago Read More
  • dish consisting of a hamburger with fries in front, decorated with a US flag and served in a park

    Best French Fries You Can Find In Every State

    There are numerous ways to serve delicious French fries, but these restaurants dotted across the U.S. have all arguably nailed the formula in their own way.

    By Andy Beth Miller 1 day ago Read More
  • Eight apple pies displayed on round white plates in a circle on a dark wood table

    5 Restaurant Chain Apple Pies To Buy And 3 To Avoid

    When it comes to dessert, few things are as satisfying as a slice of pie. There are a number of eateries that are well-known for this sweet treat.

    By Jet Burnham 2 days ago Read More
  • A close-up of a Texas Roadhouse rolls with plastic cups of butter

    The Time Texas Roadhouse's Iconic Rolls Made The News For A Not-So-Delicious Reason

    Texas Roadhouse's rolls are a fan-favorite item, but one unlucky customer found a nasty surprise lurking in an order of the delicious sweet bread.

    By Kathy Bradshaw 3 days ago Read More
  • A close up picture of the Cracker Barrel, old country store logo

    11 Tips And Tricks To Save $$$ At Cracker Barrel

    If you love homestyle cooking, few places do it better than Cracker Barrel. This chain also excels in value, but you have to know how to order properly.

    By Julia Lauzon 4 days ago Read More
  • A health inspector inspecting a restaurant kitchen.

    Are You Eating At Dirty Restaurants? Here's How To Find Official Health Inspections

    Your favorite restaurant make look clean — but are you 100% sure? Letter/number grades only give a brief picture. So can you view official health inspections?

    By Cassie Womack 4 days ago Read More
  • Two sea bream on a cutting board with herbs and lemons.

    This Popular Seafood Restaurant Has Been Caught Lying To Its Customers About Where Its Fish Comes From

    An upscale seafood market and restaurant in Los Angeles was caught selling fish from improper sources and covering it up, and has had to apologize.

    By Joe Hoeffner 5 days ago Read More
  • A black-and-white image of a carhop delivering food to a couple in a car.

    Why Old-School Drive-In Restaurants Have Nearly Died Out

    There was a time not so long ago that you could find a drive-in restaurant nearly everywhere you went, but they've since died out and here's why.

    By Cassie Womack 6 days ago Read More
  • A slice of pepperoni pizza with extra cheese being picked up by a pie server

    The Nostalgic Pizza Chain That's Made A Comeback From Bankruptcy At Walmart

    Plenty of smaller restaurant chains have been struggling in recent years, but this nostalgic pizza chain is making a recovery thanks to a Walmart partnership.

    By Dylan Murray 6 days ago Read More
  • Ribs on wood board with sauces and roasted corn

    Why Your Homemade BBQ Ribs Are Falling Short Of Restaurant Quality

    Everything is better when it's homemade, right? That's usually true, but restaurant ribs typically still outshine what people are making at home. Here's why.

    By Rolland Judd 6 days ago Read More
  • Close-up of a Shake Shack cheeseburger with lettuce and tomato

    This Popular Burger Chain Is Quietly Struggling In 2026 (And We're Starting To Worry About It)

    Given the current state of affairs, it's not really surprising that some businesses are struggling. We just hope this burger chain can endure.

    By Rolland Judd 6 days ago Read More
  • Pizza with pepperoncino pepper

    Why Papa Johns Pizza Always Comes With That Little Pepper

    Open a pizza box from Papa Johns and you'll find two things with your pie: garlic sauce and a small green pepper. What's the story behind that veggie addition?

    By Moriah House 6 days ago Read More
  • A plate of chicken tenders and fries at Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen.

    The Olive Garden Sister Restaurant That Actually Makes Food From Scratch

    Making food from scratch has mostly gone out the window for modern restaurant chains, but this sister restaurant to Olive Garden does it anyway.

    By Joe Hoeffner 6 days ago Read More
  • A breakfast diner table with plates of breakfast food like pancakes and eggs.

    Cracker Barrel Vs Bob Evans: The Chain That Serves The Better Value Breakfast

    When it comes to eating out, finding a good deal is important to people. Between Cracker Barrel and Bob Evans, this restaurant offers better prices.

    By Maria Scinto 6 days ago Read More
  • Two bowls of Rigatoni pastas on a table

    Olive Garden's Calabrian Chili Menu Is Tasty Enough To Make Your Italian Nonna A Fan

    I visited Olive Garden to try its new Calabrian chili menu items. Should you run to your location before these dishes sell out, or take your chances and walk?

    By Dani Zoeller 7 days ago Read More
  • three different bowls of pasta with meat, greens, and red sauce alongside small dishes of garnish and parmesan cheese.

    11 Chain Restaurant Pasta Dishes That Customers Keep Ordering Again And Again

    If you're without nearby red sauce joints or Italian nonnas, these chain restaurants serve praise-worthy pastas, from American favorites to reimagined classics.

    By Anais Aguilera 7 days ago Read More
  • A grilled ribeye steak on a plate garnished with rosemary.

    The Hands-Down Most Affordable Steakhouse Chain For Ribeye In 2026

    If you're looking for an affordable plate of ribeye in 2026 your options are slim, but this steakhouse chain at least offers the best prices in the industry.

    By Cassie Womack 8 days ago Read More
  • Several different donut flavors stored together in a small wooden crate.

    Why Customers Wait Hours In Line At One Seattle Donut Shop

    Americans sure love their donuts, and this love is expressed in the Pacific Northwest by customers who are willing to wait hours in line in Seattle.

    By Dylan Murray 8 days ago Read More
  • Marilyn Monroe stepping out of a car at a film premiere.

    This Iconic LA Chinese Restaurant Was Loved By Marilyn Monroe

    Los Angeles is full of Hollywood history, but this Chinese restaurant was one of Marilyn Monroe's favorites and it's still serving food and drinks today.

    By Cassie Womack 9 days ago Read More
  • A sign for Chipotle outside one of its retaurants.

    Chipotle Is Testing A New Menu Item And It's Giving Us Major Chick-Fil-A Vibes

    Chipotle is trying to bring in customers by introducing a new protein option it's begun testing in a small area that's giving us Chick-fil-A vibes.

    By Maria Scinto 13 days ago Read More
  • Barbecue ribs, brisket sandwich, pulled chicken sandwich, collard greens, coleslaw, and mac and cheese on red checkerboard paper

    14 Popular BBQ Restaurant Chains, Ranked By Diner Feedback

    Quality barbecue is almost a birthright in America. There are a number of places across the country that are serving up high quality brisket, pork, and more.

    By Julie Blume Benedict 14 days ago Read More
  • The interior of a Cracker Barrel restaurant

    The State Cracker Barrel Didn't Last Long In Before Closing All Locations

    Cracker Barrel has more than 650 locations in 44 states. One of the U.S. regions without a Cracker Barrel had a brief, contentious relationship with the chain.

    By Kat Olvera 15 days ago Read More
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