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  • Full spread of Portillo's food on table with red checkered plastic tablecloth.

    This Popular Portillo's Menu Item Is The Hands-Down Best

    Portillo's offers classic Chicago street fare, so the fact that this popular menu item is at the same time its best menu item is no real surprise.

    By Dennis Lee 2 hours ago Read More
  • Exterior of Delmonico's restaurant in NYC

    15 Restaurants Responsible For Creating Iconic Dishes

    Do you ever wonder exactly where your favorite dishes were first constructed? These are the restaurants that put them on the menu, and on the map.

    By Joe Thristino 8 hours ago Read More
  • Close-up of assorted sushi rolls from All Blue Sushi, a One Piece-themed sushi and hibachi restaurant in Bolingbrook, Illinois

    As A One Piece Fan, This Illinois Sushi Restaurant Is The Coolest I've Ever Been To

    Are you an Illinois local and a fan of the One Piece series? This sushi restaurant provides a fun menu, delicious food, and an immersive experience.

    By Dylan Murray 8 hours ago Read More
  • A variety of fresh fish and seafood on display

    Why You Should Be Wary Of 'Locally Caught' Labels At Seafood Restaurants

    The words "locally caught" on a menu conjure up images of the freshest seafood and fish, but are restaurants always telling the truth about their seafood?

    By Kathy Bradshaw 20 hours ago Read More
  • Sun shines on the front porch of a Cracker Barrel restaurant.

    The Unfortunate Fate Of Cracker Barrel's First Restaurant Location

    Cracker Barrel's entire business model is built around nostalgia, which is why the unfortunate fate of its first location is all the more surprising to fans.

    By Kristine Belonio 22 hours ago Read More
  • Six boiled pierogi, drizzled with butter and sprinkled with parsley, on a white plate set on a medium-tone wood surface

    Where To Find The Best Pierogi In The US

    When it comes to Eastern European fare, authentic cuisine is hard to come by. That said, there are a number of restaurants that prepare quality dishes.

    By Julie Blume Benedict 24 hours ago Read More
  • The exterior of a LongHorn Steakhouse restaurant against a blue sky background.

    5 Menu Items You Should Never Order At LongHorn Steakhouse

    LongHorn Steakhouse has plenty of menu items that keep customers coming back for more, but we think these five menu items are better left unordered.

    By Joe Hoeffner 2 days ago Read More
  • A large Waffle House waffle on a white plate beside syrup, salt, pepper, and other plates of food.

    German World Cup Fan's First Waffle House Trip Goes Viral — '10/10, We Will Be Coming Back'

    When people visit a new country to attend the World Cup, it's not just about the soccer. Football fans have to eat, and some of them eat at Waffle House.

    By Dylan Murray 3 days ago Read More
  • A plate of tacos, refried beans, and sauce beside a cold drink from On The Border

    This Struggling Tex-Mex Chain Is Closing Down More Locations Across The US

    Restaurant closures are running rampant, and this Tex-Mex chain is in the process of shutting down most, if not all, locations across the country.

    By Dylan Murray 3 days ago Read More
  • Top view of a restaurant table full of food including burgers and salad's

    10 Restaurant Chains With Large Portions Worth Your Money In 2026

    If you're looking to get the most bang for your buck, these restaurants serve generous portions that can easily stretch to cover more than one meal.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed 4 days ago Read More
  • The Cracker Barrel sign in front of  a restaurant.

    3 Changes Cracker Barrel Seriously Regretted

    Cracker Barrel has established a pretty solid fanbase which has proven to be quite resistant to change, particularly when it comes to these huge blunders.

    By Dylan Murray 5 days ago Read More
  • A long-haired woman eating cake at a restaurant.

    14 Chain Restaurant Desserts That Have No Right Being This Good

    Chain restaurants don't always offer top-notch quality, but when it comes to certain desserts, some spots consistently knock it out of the park.

    By Asia Mayfield 5 days ago Read More
  • A hand holding a McDonald's drink cup on a tray with a meal.

    The Pizza Restaurant Chain That McDonald's Owned In The '90s

    McDonald's mostly sticks to its own business these days but back in the 1990s it considered moving into the world of pizza when it bought this popular chain.

    By Joe Hoeffner 6 days ago Read More
  • 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 6 days 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 7 days 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 7 days 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 7 days 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 7 days 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 7 days 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 7 days 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 8 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 9 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 10 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 11 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 11 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 12 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 12 days ago Read More
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