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  • Portrait of Elvis Presley wearing striped red-and-black top against a blue background

    Elvis Presley Always Ordered This Simple Dish At Mexican Restaurants

    For a famous person, Elvis Presley had a down-to-earth palate, even at his preferred Mexican restaurant. His go-to was this fairly simple dish.

    By Ellery Weil 2 days ago Read More
  • Inside a cracker barrel restaurant

    The One-Of-A-Kind Place Where Cracker Barrel Stores All Of Its Antique Decor

    Cracker Barrel is known for its old country store feel thanks to all of the antique decor on its walls. This is where all that antique treasure is stored.

    By Erica Martinez 2 days ago Read More
  • Person carrying a plate away from the Fire + Ice buffet

    The One-Of-A-Kind Interactive Buffet Where Customers Create Their Own Recipes

    Discover the unique interactive buffet where you can craft your own recipes, mixing ingredients and flavors exactly the way you like or to experiment.

    By Maria Scinto 3 days ago Read More
  • Embarrassed birthday girl wearing birthday hat with chain restaurant logos in background

    10 Chain Restaurant Birthday Songs, Ranked By How Embarrassed You'll Be

    If you're easily embarrassed and can't keep a lid on your friends, take a look at which chain restaurants make the biggest spectacle out of your birthday.

    By Rachel Sobel 5 days ago Read More
  • A plate of buffalo wings at a restaurant

    Buffalo Wild Wings Had A Different Name For 16 Years. Here's What The Chain Used To Be Called

    Buffalo Wild Wings is a national staple at this point, but the restaurant chain which is popular for its chicken wings used to go by a slightly different name.

    By Dylan Murray 8 days ago Read More
  • A bundle of uncooked spaghetti sticking out of a pot of boiling water on a stovetop.

    Here's Why Pasta Always Tastes Better When You Dine Out

    Pasta at home never seems to match the magic of dining out. The difference comes down to hidden habits that elevate flavor, texture, and the overall experience.

    By David Stringer 9 days ago Read More
  • The sign and facade of an Olive Garden restaurant.

    This Italian Region Was The Inspiration For Olive Garden's Façades

    Olive Garden may not be known for having the most authentic Italian cuisine, but the design of its locations was inspired by a specific Italian region.

    By Joe Hoeffner 9 days ago Read More
  • A plane propeller in a TGI Friday's location in the UK

    Here's Why There's A Plane Propeller In Every TGI Friday's

    Next time you're at a TGI Friday's, take a look around. Spot the plane propeller? Wonder why it's there? We have answers about this traditional decoration.

    By Joe Hoeffner 9 days ago Read More
  • Close-up of fried pickles and dip

    9 Chain Restaurants With The Best Fried Pickles, According To Reviews

    Craving a healthy helping of fried pickles? Look no further than one of these nine chain restaurants, all of which have some of the best fried pickles around.

    By Anneliese Rogers 10 days ago Read More
  • Two standard margaritas in margarita glasses with limes and sugar on the rim.

    Texas Roadhouse's Margaritas Give It An Edge Over The Competition

    If you're looking for the best fast casual margarita, look no further. Discover what makes Texas Roadhouse's margaritas the cream of the crop.

    By Dylan Murray 13 days ago Read More
  • Entrance to a Cheesecake Factory restaurant in a shopping mall

    What You Need To Know About The Cheesecake Factory Dress Code Before Dining In

    It might surprise you to learn that The Cheesecake Factory actually has a dress code. Here's everything you need to know about what to wear when eating there.

    By Moriah House 13 days ago Read More
  • Exterior of a Red Lobster restaurant at twilight

    The Fried Red Lobster Feast You Should Avoid Ordering, According To Reviews

    Reviews say you should avoid ordering this famous Red Lobster feast -- citing disappointing taste, texture, and underwhelming overall quality.

    By Ellery Weil 13 days ago Read More
  • A hand holding an Applebee's gift card

    The Totally Random Way The Applebee's Founders Chose Its Name

    The original founders of Applebee's picked the name and theme for their restaurant by chance, in a unique way that could have completely changed it's future.

    By Joe Hoeffner 14 days ago Read More
  • Composite image of three buffet restaurants, their buildings appearing to collapse

    11 Popular Buffets That Disappeared

    The all-you-can-eat buffet was once a mainstay of American dining, but since 2020, it's become much harder to find. These 11 options have vanished completely.

    By Brian Boone 20 days ago Read More
  • Logo outside Cracker Barrel restaurant

    The Reason Cracker Barrel Just Paid A Settlement Of Over $100,000

    Cracker Barrel just can't seem to stay out of the news. Following a complaint, the restaurant chain decided to settle to the tune of $100,000.

    By Rolland Judd 21 days ago Read More
  • Beef brisket sliced on a wooden serving board with sauces

    Where To Find The Best Brisket In The US

    There's no shortage of great BBQ in the United States, but where can you find the best brisket? We're rounding up some must-try spots doing it right.

    By Andy Beth Miller 23 days ago Read More
  • Small wooden bowl of grated parmesan cheese

    Don't Expect Shredded Parmesan At Olive Garden – Here's What You're Getting Instead

    Grated cheese is a staple of any Olive Garden experience, but the cheese getting grated until you say “when” isn’t the kind you may have been anticipating.

    By Dennis Lee 24 days ago Read More
  • exterior of Wythe Diner in Brooklyn with bare trees in the background

    The Famous Old-School NYC Diner That Was Just Picked Up And Moved (Literally)

    Brooklynites might've caught an interesting sight in Williamsburg when a flatbed truck drove away with this movie-famous railcar diner to its new home.

    By Maria Scinto 24 days ago Read More
  • a sign outside a TGI Fridays restaurant

    Why Becoming A Bartender At TGI Fridays In The 1970s Was So Difficult

    There's no shortage of skilled bartenders out there, but even the finest mixologists around would have struggled at TGI Fridays back in the 1970s.

    By Ben Hillin 24 days ago Read More
  • Three plates with unique waffle creations, including an egg sandwich, chicken and macaroni and cheese, and bananas, chocolate drizzle, and whipped cream

    11 Restaurants With The Most Unique Waffles In The US

    Forget chicken and waffles, these restaurants take it up a notch. Some of the wildest waffle inventions feature pulled pork, kale, and Cinnamon Toast Crunch.

    By Andy Beth Miller 25 days ago Read More
  • Three burgers with New York City in the background

    The Best Burger Spots In NYC

    From smash burgers to thick and juicy patties, diner style to fine dining, these NYC burger joints in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens are sure to hit the spot.

    By Jenny Kellerhals Keogh 27 days ago Read More
  • Smiling woman eating pasta at an Italian restaurant

    Olive Garden Just Brought Back 2 Of Its Most Requested Discontinued Menu Items

    Olive Garden's menu has changed over the years. These two popular dishes are coming back to the Italian chain after fans petitioned for their return.

    By Rolland Judd 27 days ago Read More
  • People in a cafe in Paris, France

    The Dining Experience That's Common In Europe But Not In America

    Although they share some similarities, American and European culture has many distinctions. This European dining experience is sadly lacking in the States.

    By Mariana Zapata 27 days ago Read More
  • Sloppy Joes in front of Town Hall Deli, Joe's Kansas City BBQ, and Millburn Deli

    The Best Sloppy Joe Sandwiches In The US

    Who knew there were so many spots serving the same sandwich that once graced our cafeteria school-lunch trays? Luckily, these Sloppy Joes are arguably better.

    By Andy Beth Miller 30 days ago Read More
  • Creamy New England Clam Chowder in a Bowl

    Where To Find The Best Chowder In New England

    Clam chowder is one of New England's most iconic dishes, but where can you find the best of the best? Join us in exploring America's premier clam chowder spots.

    By Andy Beth Miller 1 month ago Read More
  • People serving themselves at table with various seafood dishes

    This Seafood Restaurant Chain Everyone Used To Love Is Now Down To 15 Locations

    Restaurant chains are so ubiquitous they often seem invincible, but it's really not the case. This seafood restaurant chain is now down to just 15 locations.

    By Erica Martinez 1 month ago Read More
  • neon diner signs

    The Best 24-Hour Diners In The US

    A classic diner is a place of comfort and greasy food, and when it's open 24 hours, it's even more enticing. Discover the best 24-hour diners in the country.

    By Andy Beth Miller 1 month ago Read More
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