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  • McDonald's Happy Meal box and drink

    Adults Will Be Running To Collect This New McDonald's Happy Meal Toy — 'I Need Them All!'

    Happy Meal toys are for kids, right? Not exactly — and especially not the new collab, which features a mash-up of two iconic Japanese pop culture franchises.

    By Dennis Lee 10 hours ago Read More
  • A tray filled with fries, a drink and other items from McDonald's

    9 McDonald's Menu Items That Are Only Worth Ordering With One Specific Change

    Lots of McDonald’s menu items can easily be taken to the next level. All it takes is one minor tweak, change, or addition for a far tastier dish.

    By Kylie Werner 16 hours ago Read More
  • ButterBurgers, onion rings, fries, and drink from Culver's on blue tray.

    This Culver's Burger Trick Is Only For Extreme Cheese Lovers

    Why order just a cheeseburger when you can get way more melty cheese with this swap? Here's how to DIY an extra-cheesy sandwich at Culver's.

    By Jessica Riggio 19 hours ago Read More
  • Whopper Jr. with french fries

    The Burger King Kids Meal Adults Shouldn't Hesitate To Order

    With so many fast food chains to choose from, it's hard to decide on just one. But Burger King's kids' meal makes it easy, as even adults can partake.

    By Moriah House 2 days ago Read More
  • The exterior of a Burger King restaurant

    12 Clever Burger King Ordering Tricks Actually Worth Trying

    These Burger King ordering tricks can stretch your budget and improve your chances of getting food made fresh, and they work at most BK restaurants.

    By Asia Mayfield 2 days ago Read More
  • Screenshot of three Shake Shack Chicago-style hot dogs on white plate.

    The Big Brand Behind Shake Shack's Beef Hot Dogs

    If you didn't know, Shake Shack doesn't just sell burgers and frozen custards. It also sells beef hot dogs, and you likely recognize the brand behind the dogs.

    By Dennis Lee 3 days ago Read More
  • Hands holding a Whopper Jr. at Burger King.

    Burger King's Whopper Jr. Only Exists Thanks To This Happy Accident In The '60s

    The Whopper may be Burger King's flagship menu item, but the Whopper Jr. is just as popular in the right circles and it all started with a happy accident.

    By Kristine Belonio 4 days ago Read More
  • Closeup of McDonald's Filet-O-Fish sandwich.

    The Way McDonald's CEO Orders His Filet-O-Fish Is Criminally Boring

    Although we should be used to how McDonald's CEO is always surprising us with the way he eats Mickey D's, we were taken aback by how he orders his Filet-O-Fish.

    By Dennis Lee 5 days ago Read More
  • A takeout bag from McDonald's

    The Norwegian-Style Trick To Getting A Heartier Egg McMuffin At McDonald's

    We're not saying you should go to Norway to have a better Egg McMuffin. But if you did, you'd learn about their very clever take on the McDonald's staple.

    By Joe Hoeffner 5 days ago Read More
  • McDonald's McNugget being dipped into bright red sauce with flecks of chili pepper in it.

    After 5 Years, This Fan-Favorite McDonald's Sauce Is Finally Making Its Return

    A menu leak has just dropped and it looks like McDonald's is set to bring back this fan-favorite sauce after several years of it being off the menu.

    By Dennis Lee 7 days ago Read More
  • Close-up of Culver's cheese curds and packet of Heinz ketchup

    The Magic Words At Culver's To Get 10X More Flavorful Cheese Curds

    Cheese curds are delicious on their own, but they're even better when you order them using these magic words. Here's a tasty way to enjoy this cheesy side.

    By Rolland Judd 7 days ago Read More
  • A businessman eats a quick lunch at the busy fast food restaurant.

    The Burger King Kids Meal Swap All Adults Should Know By Now

    Although it's called a kids' meal, plenty of adults order this item at Burger King and elsewhere, but you should know about this swap option when you do.

    By Kristine Belonio 8 days ago Read More
  • Tray with a burger and fries from Culver's

    Culver's Has A Corporate Sister Chain Not Enough People Know About, And It Might Surprise You

    This southern restaurant chain is actually connected to Culver's. The cuisine, menu, and reach differ significantly, but both chains prioritize quality.

    By Dylan Murray 8 days ago Read More
  • A woman pulls fries out of a fast food bag with a hamburger on the table

    8 New Menu Items That The Internet Tore Apart Worse Than The Big Arch

    Fast food chains have been getting creative trying to draw customers back in, but these eight new menu items are having the exact opposite effect.

    By Jessica Riggio 8 days ago Read More
  • A woman ordering from an electronic menu screen

    5 Value Menu Items That Punch Well Above Their Weight In 2026

    The value menu has seen better days, but restaurant chains are trying to find ways to make their food affordable for people. These five value items prove it.

    By Lottë Reford 8 days ago Read More
  • Two McDonald's Red Bull Dragonberry Energizers held up to a blue sky

    Review: McDonald's Red Bull Dragonberry Energizer Is The Grimace-Looking Beverage We've Been Waiting For

    Will McDonald's Red Bull Dragonberry Energizer be the new beverage of summer, or does the purple energy drink look better than it tastes? Read on to find out.

    By Sarah Dealy 8 days ago Read More
  • Double-Double burgers on try from In-N-Out

    In-N-Out's Secret To Staying Cheaper Than Your Other Favorite Burger Chains

    You're not imagining it; your local In-N-Out is probably cheaper than some other major fast food restaurants. How does the burger chain do it?

    By Brian Udall 9 days ago Read More
  • Close up of woman holding a burger prepared to bite into it, over a plate of fries and next to glass of beer

    If You Order A Burger With 'The Lot' In Australia, Brace Your Tastebuds For What Happens Next

    In Australia, a burger with "the lot" is the equivalent of "the works" in the U.S. However, there are a number of very significant differences between the two.

    By Dylan Myers 10 days ago Read More
  • McDonald's McNuggets and fries

    Want McDonald's Nuggets At Home? This Frozen Chicken Brand Is The Closest You'll Get

    There's something very unique about McDonald's McNuggets, but this frozen chicken brand has a product that will get you pretty close to the real deal.

    By Rolland Judd 10 days ago Read More
  • triple smashburger with cheese and lettuce sitting on a black counter

    14 Burger Chains With The Highest Quality Beef

    Fast food may be delicious, but it isn't always the highest quality. Thankfully, these chains prioritize using only high quality beef for their burgers.

    By Shannon Dell 11 days ago Read More
  • Two animal style burgers at In-N-Out sitting on a tray.

    Get The Taste Of In-N-Out's Animal Style Burger At McDonald's With This Order Tip

    In-N-Out fans know that nothing hits like an Animal Style burger, but what if the only fast food joint nearby is McDonald's? Here's how you can replicate it.

    By Brian Udall 13 days ago Read More
  • A Culver's sign at the front of one of the chain's restaurants.

    The 9 Hands-Down Best Culver's Ordering Tips You Need To Know By Now

    When you are searching for a quick, affordable, high-quality meal, Culver's is a great option. Though you can get the usual, there are some hacks out there.

    By Kylie Werner 16 days ago Read More
  • A closeup of french fries in paper-lined wire basket

    The French Fry Myth That You Were Right To Not Believe

    Social media can host some pretty out there ideas, like this french fry myth which most people on the internet were quick to point out was wrong.

    By Rolland Judd 17 days ago Read More
  • Young girl with eyes stretched wide holding very large burger up to her face

    12 Chain Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free

    Dining out with the family can sometimes feel overwhelmingly expensive, but these chain restaurants offer a meal for kids completely free of charge.

    By Amber Winston 17 days ago Read More
  • Two cups of McDonald's McFlurry treats with spoons inside

    McDonald's Ice Cream Is Unavailable So Much In This City, It's Named The 'Broken-Machine Capital Of America'

    When it comes to McDonald's ice cream, you never know if it's available. But for this city, the chances of the dessert being unavailable are quite high.

    By Moriah House 18 days ago Read More
  • A Whopper, fries, and drink at Burger King

    Burger King Wants You Back: Its New Whopper Promise Might Actually Work

    Burger King has been getting creative with how it gets customers through the doors, and the new Whopper Promise may just be the ticket they ride on.

    By Kathy Bradshaw 21 days ago Read More
  • Top view of assorted fast food dishes including burgers, chicken nuggets, and fries on yellow background

    9 Fast Food Chains Only People On The West Coast Get To Enjoy (Sorry East Coasters)

    We're not talking about McDonald's, Taco Bell, or Subway here. These West Coast fast food chains are heavy hitters, despite having far fewer locations.

    By Moriah House 22 days ago Read More
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