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  • A vintage-style sign outside the site of the world's first McDonald's

    The 1980s McDonald's Menu Item You Had To Assemble Yourself

    McDonald's introduced a fan favorite item in the 1980s with a unique spin where customers had to assemble the burgers themselves. Here's what happened.

    By Ellery Weil 1 month ago Read More
  • A Wendy's Frosty beside chicken nuggets and a burger.

    The Wendy's Order Mixture That Creates A Sweet And Salty Treat You'll Love

    Think you know the best sweet and salty food combo Wendy's has to offer? Guess again. Discover the underrated Wendy's pairing you never knew you needed.

    By Dylan Murray 1 month ago Read More
  • Chili in a large steel pot with a ladle inside of it

    The Fast Food Restaurant Where You Can Grab A Bucket Of Chili

    If you've ever wished for a massive bucket of chili, this fast food restaurant is realizing your dreams, but it can be challenging to get your hands on it.

    By Dylan Murray 1 month ago Read More
  • A Wahlburgers burger featuring government cheese

    Why 'Government Cheese' Is On The Menu At Wahlburgers

    In a loving nod to their youth, the Wahlburger brothers added 'government cheese' to their burger menu. But customers don't all love the nostalgic ingredient.

    By Laura Christine Allan 1 month ago Read More
  • Whataburger grilled cheese on paper wrapping

    The Simple Order That Takes Whataburger's Grilled Cheese Up A Notch

    Upgrade Whataburger's grilled cheese off the kids' menu with one easy ordering tweak that adds more flavor, texture, and comfort-food appeal.

    By Dylan Murray 1 month ago Read More
  • A carton of Burger King french fries.

    Remember Burger King's Satisfries? We Wish We Didn't

    Burger King once tried to create a healthier version of its french fries. If you don't remember it, you're not alone. Here's the sad history of BK's Satisfries.

    By Joe Hoeffner 1 month ago Read More
  • KFC and Culver's cheese curds on plate with small paper bag and cardboard sleeve behind

    Review: KFC's New Side Is Coming For Culver's Cheese Curd Crown

    KFC has released Wisconsin-style cheese curds on its menu. We gave them a try and compared them to the classic side at Culver's to see which curds are the best.

    By Sam Zwick 1 month ago Read More
  • fast food drive-thru worker handing bag to customer

    11 Chain Restaurants To Avoid In 2026

    Mass closures, staffing issues, and sudden menu changes can signal that a restaurant chain is in trouble. Here are 11 brands to avoid until conditions improve.

    By Andy Beth Miller 1 month ago Read More
  • A selection of dishes from the 2026 Smashburger Scorchin' Menu

    Review: Smashburger's New Scorchin' Menu Is A Hot Mess, In The Best Possible Way

    Is Smashburger's new Scorchin' Menu a smash hit or a total hot mess? We tried and tasted all the new items to find out if they deliver or disappoint.

    By Michael Palan 1 month ago Read More
  • Wendy's meal with Frosty

    The Brain Freezing Number Of Frostys Wendy's Sells Every Year

    Wendy's fans know that no order from the fast food chain is complete without a sweet, creamy, frozen Frosty dessert. Here's how many are purchased annually.

    By Moriah House 2 months ago Read More
  • Burger King Whopper in paper wrapper with fries and a drink

    Burger King's New Customer-Inspired Whopper Brings Steakhouse Flavors To The Chain

    Burger King fans call the shots with the latest drop from Burger King's Whopper by You campaign, a meaty Whopper loaded with fried, cheesy steakhouse favorites.

    By Paige Hughes 2 months ago Read More
  • McDonald's French fries set out on a tray

    Here's What McDonald's French Fries Contained In 1955 Vs 2025

    Take a closer look at what McDonald's French fries were made of in 1955 compared to 2025, and see how their ingredients and cooking techniques have changed.

    By Joe Hoeffner 2 months ago Read More
  • A vintage McDonald's road sign

    This Cookbook Claims To Uncover McDonald's Original Recipes

    This online cookbook claims to reveal McDonald's original recipes, letting you recreate some of your favorite menu items from the '50s, '60s, and '70s at home.

    By Ellery Weil 2 months ago Read More
  • The Big Mac from McDonald's on top of a box next to a large French Fry

    Here's How Much A McDonald's Big Mac Cost The Decade You Were Born

    Things sure have changed since the Big Mac first debuted in the 1960s. Here's how much the iconic McDonald's sandwich's price has gone up over the decades.

    By Dylan Murray 2 months ago Read More
  • Filet-O-Fish sandwich on a blue McDonald's box

    What One Customer Allegedly Found In Their Filet-O-Fish Has McDonald's Fans Second-Guessing Their Orders

    McDonald's Filet-O-Fish shouldn't come with extra ingredients. Check out the scarily common creepy-crawly one Redditor almost ate in a Filet-O-Fish sandwich.

    By Moriah House 2 months ago Read More
  • Wendy's Frosty in the sky with rays of sunlight shining behind it

    This Wendy's Combo Hack Transforms Your Frosty Into Dessert Gold

    It’s hard to improve on a Wendy’s Frosty, but this TikTok creator managed to pull it off with another item from the fast-food chain for an even richer dessert.

    By Alexandra Fay 2 months ago Read More
  • A meal from Wendy's.

    What You'll Find At The World's Largest Wendy's Location

    You'll never guess the location of the largest Wendy’s, a massive restaurant that showcases the brand’s signature burgers with bonus menu offerings.

    By Joe Hoeffner 2 months ago Read More
  • Basically Shake Shack's menu composed of fries, fried chicken, and burgers.

    You Can Get A 'Veggie Hot Dog' At Shake Shack (But Only If You Know The Secret Order)

    Shake Shack is notably lacking when it comes to vegetarian fare, and their secret menu version of a veggie hot dog probably isn't what you think.

    By Ben Hillin 2 months ago Read More
  • Fries animal style and a double cheeseburger. A standard classic of In-N-Out

    Why You'll Never See A Freezer Or Microwave At An In-N-Out Location

    In-N-Out is a staunch proponent of serving high quality food and boasts the fact that you'll never see a freezer or a microwave at any of its locations. Why?

    By Ben Hillin 2 months ago Read More
  • Chef David Chang smiling

    David Chang Boldly Stated This Country's McDonald's Had Some The Best Fried Chicken In The World

    Fast food is well established as an American invention, but the genre has since gone global. David Chang says this country does fast food chicken the best.

    By Lindsey Reynolds 2 months ago Read More
  • McDonald's logo with coins

    The Countries With The Cheapest (And Most Expensive) McDonald's Prices

    McDonald's was the first fast food restaurant to have a major international presence, but for this global company, menu prices vary from place to place.

    By Moriah House 2 months ago Read More
  • in-n-out burger sign up close

    In-N-Out's New Tennessee Locations Are So Packed A Special Wait-Time App Was Launched

    In-N-Out has been a West Coast staple for years now, but Tennessee just opened its first three locations. They're so busy there's a special app for wait times.

    By Dennis Lee 2 months ago Read More
  • Fast food items like McDonald's Snack Wrap and Panda Express' Dynamite chicken

    The 17 Best Fast Food Items Of 2025

    In 2025, competition has increased significantly between fast food restaurants, and consumers have been the beneficiaries of these deliciously new items.

    By Kat Olvera 2 months ago Read More
  • A close-up of a burger with cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, pickles and onions on it

    This Old-School Burger Chain Is Closing Locations To Stay Afloat In 2026

    The fast food industry isn't out of the deep end yet. The latest signal for trouble comes from an old-school burger chain which is slated for massive closures.

    By Dylan Murray 2 months ago Read More
  • McDonald's golden arches

    Why Rick Steves Says You Shouldn't Swear Off McDonald's While Traveling

    Rick Steves is famous for his travel savvy, but even this legend of a tour guide says fast food is on the table when abroad. Here's why he says it's okay.

    By Moriah House 2 months ago Read More
  • McDonald's plaque dedicated to Ray A. Kroc on outside wall of restaurant

    The Controversial History Of McDonald's Founder Ray Kroc

    Don't be fooled by the Golden Arches and Happy Meals. Ray Kroc's success in transforming McDonald's into a fast food juggernaut is shadier than it may appear.

    By Brian Boone 2 months ago Read More
  • The Grinch Meal at McDonald's

    This Store-Bought Copycat Brings The Taste Of McDonald's Grinch Pickle Seasoning For Less

    McDonald's Grinch Meal has a flavorful surprise: dill pickle-flavored "Grinch Salt." But you can also find that tangy seasoning at your local supermarket.

    By Jessica Riggio 2 months ago Read More
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