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Not Beyond Meat, Not MorningStar: Consumer Reports' Highest-Rated Veggie Burger Comes From This Brand

staff@thetakeout.com (Haley McNamara) — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 01:00:00 +0000

When Consumer Reports ranked veggie burgers, which brand claimed the top spot? If you guessed Beyond Meat, we regret to inform you that you are incorrect.

Carolina Girl's Guide To 11 Essential North Carolina Food Spots

staff@thetakeout.com (Andy Beth Miller) — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 23:40:00 +0000

Ride along as this North Carolina-born author takes you on a virtual road trip for a dose of deliciousness, with a side of Southern hospitality.

What Are Culver's Frozen Concrete Mixers Actually Made Of?

staff@thetakeout.com (Moriah House) — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 23:00:00 +0000

To those in the know, Culver's is an excellent place to grab a tasty dessert. Its Concrete Mixers are easily one of the best options, but what are they made of?

This Under-$6 Fall Pie Is Back At Costco's Bakery (But Some Shoppers Think It's Way Too Soon)

staff@thetakeout.com (Kathy Bradshaw) — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 22:29:10 +0000

You can't have missed all the fall-themed goods hitting grocery store shelves and restaurant menus, but some Costco shoppers think this pie came back too early.

Costco Shoppers Just Spotted A Bakery Find That Proves Pumpkin Isn't The Only Fall Favorite

staff@thetakeout.com (Haley McNamara) — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 22:10:53 +0000

It's only August, but Costco's seasonal product lineup is already in autumn. This newly-spotted fall treat shows that cozy season isn't all about pumpkin.

Review: Sonic's New Drinks Are An A-Peeling Addition To The Summer Banana Trend

staff@thetakeout.com (Sam Skopp) — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 21:20:26 +0000

Sonic is now in on the summer 2026 banana trend, debuting four banana drinks. But, are they a standout seasonal treat or a subpar summertime novelty?

Trader Joe's New Frozen Pasta Might Just Be Your Weeknight Savior (If Only It Was Bigger)

staff@thetakeout.com (Rolland Judd) — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 21:08:22 +0000

Weeknight dinners just got a little bit easier with Trader Joe's new frozen pasta. But if you're cooking for more than just yourself, you should buy more.

This Publix-Bought Seasoning Was Caught With Maggots Inside And Our Stomachs Are Turning

staff@thetakeout.com (Kathy Bradshaw) — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 20:15:59 +0000

A social media video has surfaced depicting an unopened, Publix-bought seasoning which had writhing maggots inside and it has us questioning our spice cabinet.

Sheetz Vs Wawa: Which Gas Station Has Better Hot Food?

staff@thetakeout.com (Nikelle Murphy) — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 19:40:00 +0000

Things can get a little heated when you pit Wawa against Sheetz, but we took it upon ourselves to compare rival menu items like pizza, tacos, and loaded fries.

Consumer Reports' Highest-Rated Fast Food Breakfast Orders Might Surprise You

staff@thetakeout.com (Haley McNamara) — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 19:00:00 +0000

Consumer Reports focused its intensive research on the wide array of fast food breakfast options - and what it ranked as the best choice may just surprise you.

Not Donatos, Not Jet's: This Lesser-Known Pizza Chain Takes The Best In The US Crown

staff@thetakeout.com (Dennis Lee) — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 17:05:33 +0000

A recent reader's choice awards took a look at American pizza chains and this lesser-known chain took the crown so keep your eye out for a location near you.

This Aldi Bread Doubles As A 'Perfect' Crust For Quick Pizzas

staff@thetakeout.com (Michelle Yee) — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 17:00:00 +0000

The best homemade pizza base sold at Aldi isn't a crust at all. Here is the bread item that shoppers should consider buying for their next DIY pizza night.

Starbucks Vs McDonald's: Which Chain's Pumpkin Spice Latte Has The Most Caffeine?

staff@thetakeout.com (Rolland Judd) — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 15:00:00 +0000

People grab a pumpkin spice latte for the fall flavors, but the caffeine is also important. Between McDonald's and Starbucks, this PSL has more caffeine.

14 Walmart Shredded Cheeses, Ranked Worst To Best

staff@thetakeout.com (Ed Kdonian) — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 13:40:00 +0000

I picked up 14 shredded cheeses from Walmart's house brands to check them out. Now, I'm ready to tell you which were the worst and best among the options.

Here's Why Burger King Fries Are Wildly Inconsistent, According To Reddit

staff@thetakeout.com (Joe Hoeffner) — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0000

The idea of fast food is to provide consistency between restaurants, so why do Burger King's french fries seem so unpredictable? Here's what Reddit thinks.

Skip The Bakery: Shoppers Say These Frozen Croissants Are Better (And Cheaper)

staff@thetakeout.com (Jessica Riggio) — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0000

Who doesn't enjoy a good pastry, especially when it tastes good and is affordable? These frozen croissants are giving some bakeries a run for their money.

4 Beef Cuts For Cheesesteak We Recommend And 3 We Don't

staff@thetakeout.com (Dylan Murray) — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 03:00:00 +0000

Cheesesteaks are surprisingly easy to put together, but the ingredients you choose matters. Here are the beef cuts that work as well as the ones that don't.

The Actual Type Of Eggs McDonald's Uses In 2026

staff@thetakeout.com (Dennis Lee) — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 01:00:00 +0000

You might not have noticed, but McDonald's eggs are a little different today than back then. That's because the type of eggs Mickey D's cooks with has changed.

11 Hands Down Best Steakhouses You Can Find In Florida

staff@thetakeout.com (Andy Beth Miller) — Sun, 23 Aug 2026 23:40:00 +0000

If you are searching for the best cut of beef in the Sunshine state, there are plenty of contenders to choose from. Some of these have a hefty price tag.

This Canned Food Can Upgrade Frozen Tater Tots To A Full Meal

staff@thetakeout.com (Kristine Belonio) — Sun, 23 Aug 2026 23:00:00 +0000

Frozen tater tots are delicious but are often treated as a side when they deserve to be the whole meal; this canned food addition can give them entree status.