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2 Magic Words At McDonald's Get You Superior Hash Browns

staff@thetakeout.com (Cassie Womack) — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0000

The hash browns from McDonald's are usually pretty good, but they can actually be way better. Here's the McDonald's breakfast ordering hack you need.

4 Best New Fast Food Breakfast Sandwiches Of 2026 (So Far)

staff@thetakeout.com (Dylan Murray) — Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:00:00 +0000

A surprising number of new breakfast sandwiches arrived at fast food chains this year, but so far we think these four are the best to have emerged.

This Texas Roadhouse Sister Chain Is Like A Chick-Fil-A And Five Guys Fusion

staff@thetakeout.com (Dylan Murray) — Sun, 18 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0000

Texas Roadhouse's sibling restaurant has a completely different menu and concept. Expect burgers and chicken sandwiches instead of steaks and ribs.

5 Fast Food Menu Items That Rival Sit-Down Chains In 2026

staff@thetakeout.com (Dylan Murray) — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0000

Fast food chains are known as quick and affordable places to grab a bite, not necessarily for taste or quality, but some menu items check all the boxes.

Former McDonald's Chef Admits What Customers Have Been Saying This Entire Time

staff@thetakeout.com (Rolland Judd) — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0000

If your McDonald's order feels like it's gotten smaller in size, you're not alone. And now a former McDonald's chef underscores the fast food chain's cutbacks.

Popeyes Has An Older Fast Food Sister Chain That Might Surprise You

staff@thetakeout.com (Kathy Bradshaw) — Mon, 12 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0000

Fast food chains aren't known for their close collaborations. And yet Popeyes has enjoyed a sibling-like connection to an established fast food chain for years.

15 Food Court Treats Everyone Was Eating At The Mall In The '90s

staff@thetakeout.com (Michael Palan) — Sun, 11 Oct 2026 15:40:00 +0000

Going to the mall was a social event in the '90s, with everyone from teenagers to families enjoying treats from the ubiquitous food court, including these.

McDonald's Employee Reveals The Trick To Ordering A 'Perfect' Sundae Every Time

staff@thetakeout.com (Kristine Belonio) — Fri, 09 Oct 2026 18:00:00 +0000

The McDonald's Sundae is excellent in its simplicity, but according to one McDonald's employee you can make it even better by ordering it this way.

The Reason Culver's Beef Burgers Always Taste Fresher Than Burger King's

staff@thetakeout.com (Cassie Womack) — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0000

Sure, there are more Burger King locations than Culver's, but the latter's beef burgers taste fresher every time. This explains why that is.

How To Get A Free Burger Upgrade At Culver's That Packs Unforgettable Flavor

staff@thetakeout.com (Dennis Lee) — Tue, 06 Oct 2026 15:00:00 +0000

Culver's fans already know how flavorful the burgers can be, but what's even better is that you can upgrade the default for free. Here's how.

The Sad Reason Wendy's Got Rid Of Its Iconic Sunrooms

staff@thetakeout.com (Joe Hoeffner) — Mon, 05 Oct 2026 11:00:00 +0000

It's been a while but most people still fondly remember the sunrooms which were commonplace at Wendy's restaurants, so where did they all go?

2 Magic Words At Burger King Get You An Even Meatier Fully Loaded Croissan'wich

staff@thetakeout.com (Lottë Reford) — Mon, 05 Oct 2026 01:00:00 +0000

One of the best sandwiches at Burger King might just be the Fully Loaded Croissan'wich, but if you want to make it even better, just say these two magic words.

12 Culver's Menu Items $5 And Under You Shouldn't Ignore

staff@thetakeout.com (Timothy Rawles) — Sun, 04 Oct 2026 15:40:00 +0000

Fast food can be expensive, but it's possible to get some tasty menu items from Culver's that cost less than $5. Here's what you should order.

12 Hands-Down Best New Fast Food Drinks Of 2026 (So Far)

staff@thetakeout.com (Jessica Riggio) — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Fast food companies are always bringing out new products and 2026 saw a whole bunch of new drinks debut. Here are the hands-down best of the year so far.

Culver's Finally Brought Back Its Iconic CurderBurger — With A Change Not Every Fan Is Ready For

staff@thetakeout.com (Maria Scinto) — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 18:44:56 +0000

Culver's fans, rejoice! The CurderBurger is back - but not everyone seems happy about it. There's a change to the ingredients that has irked some fans.

The Restaurant With The Biggest Cult Following In Every State

staff@thetakeout.com (Julie Blume Benedict) — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 11:40:00 +0000

We travel the country to find each state's restaurant with the most faithful followers. Buckle up, and find out which ones are considered cult status.

'I'm Done With McDonald's': Fast Food Fans Are Up In Arms Over The Chain's Latest Change

staff@thetakeout.com (Kathy Bradshaw) — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 18:32:37 +0000

Fast food companies are always looking to innovate to stay on top of the competition, but this new venture by McDonald's could blow up in its face.

This Forgotten Burger Chain Was Inspired By An Old-School TV Show Only Boomers Will Remember

staff@thetakeout.com (Kathy Bradshaw) — Sun, 27 Sep 2026 21:00:00 +0000

Restaurant chains come and go, and boomers will likely remember this burger chain's theme from the TV show which inspired it, even if they never ate there.

The Tex-Mex-Inspired Item McDonald's Gave Up On In The '90s

staff@thetakeout.com (Dennis Lee) — Sun, 27 Sep 2026 19:00:00 +0000

McDonald's has had some huge hits and real misses. Some folks miss this discontinued McDonald's food, but it's probably best that it's not on the menu.

5 Fast Food Chains With Better Burger Deals Than McDonald's

staff@thetakeout.com (Jessica Riggio) — Sun, 27 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000

McDonald's has long been known as the place to go for cheap eats, but these chains are currently giving it a run for its money with these burger deals.