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  • A Buffalo Wild Wings restaurant exterior.

    This Popular Buffalo Wild Wings Sister Chain Serves Coffee, Not Chicken Wings

    Many restaurant chains have been bundled together under umbrella companies in recent years, but this sister chain to Buffalo Wild Wings doesn't serve chicken.

    By Joe Hoeffner 13 hours ago Read More
  • A chef adds the finishing touches to a curry

    The Best Hole-In-The-Wall Indian Restaurant In Every State

    Ethnic foods of all kinds are served in the most humble establishments across the country. Some of the best ones might seem questionable, but the food is legit.

    By Billy Francis 5 days ago Read More
  • Waiting to get into a pizza place in NYC

    The Restaurant With The Biggest Cult Following In Every State

    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.

    By Julie Blume Benedict 6 days ago Read More
  • The interior of a bright, clean Cracker Barrel ready for service

    4 Ordering Hacks For The Hands-Down Best Cracker Barrel Breakfast

    The Cracker Barrel menu is notoriously huge, but that just means you have more avenues to innovate. These are some ordering hacks for the best breakfast.

    By Lottë Reford 6 days ago Read More
  • An elderly man sips a cup of coffee  in a retro diner with food in front of him.

    The Beloved Diner Chain That Used To Be Marie Callender's Sister Restaurant

    Marie Callender's is better-known for its grocery line than its diners these days, but the chain had a sister restaurant which is still a beloved diner chain.

    By Dennis Lee 7 days ago Read More
  • Serving tray full of breakfast foods with glasses of juice and croissants

    Best Hole-In-The-Wall Breakfast Spots In Every US State

    You won’t find fancy dining rooms or flashy signs here, but you will discover the best down-home breakfast spots in every U.S. state.

    By Andy Beth Miller 7 days ago Read More
  • An elderly man taking a bite out of a cheeseburger.

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

    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.

    By Kathy Bradshaw 8 days ago Read More
  • Texas Roadhouse dining room full of people eating

    We Found The 12 Absolute Best Texas Roadhouse Entrees Under $20

    When it comes to high quality meals, few places deliver like Texas Roadhouse. There are a number of great dishes there, but some are more worth it than others.

    By Amber Winston 9 days ago Read More
  • An assortment of Olive Garden pastas on a table with wine, salad, and bread sticks.

    The Hands-Down Most Affordable Meal At Olive Garden In 2026

    Rising food prices have benefited casual restaurants like Olive Garden, where a big meal can be had at relatively low cost. But what's its cheapest dish?

    By Cassie Womack 13 days ago Read More
  • Elvis singing with guitar

    12 Elvis-Themed Restaurants Around The World

    Although Elvis has been gone almost 50 years, fans still pay tribute, and not just stateside. Here are some restaurants that honor the king around the world.

    By Rachel Sobel 14 days ago Read More
  • Tiramisu, a popular Italian dessert, on a plate inside a restaurant

    The Italian Chain Where You Can Get Free Dessert Twice A Year (No, Not Olive Garden)

    Who doesn't love freebies, especially when dining at an Italian restaurant chain? This place is known to offer complimentary dessert on two special occasions.

    By Dylan Murray 15 days ago Read More
  • Someone holding a Marie Callender's frozen pie in the supermarket

    The Marie Callender's Lawsuit From The '80s Not Many People Know About

    Marie Callender's image is that of hearty food and delicious pies. But it also has its share of controversies, including a little-known '80s-era lawsuit.

    By Kathy Bradshaw 15 days ago Read More
  • Several boxes of Marie Callender's frozen pumpkin pies.

    The Small Detail That Made Marie Callender's Original Bakery-Style Restaurant So Unique In The '60s

    Marie Callender's is more well-known for its frozen pies these days, but when the original bakery-style restaurant opened this detail is what set it apart.

    By Joe Hoeffner 16 days ago Read More
  • Marie Callender´s Whole Banana Cream Pie with its box in the background

    11 Things Most People Don't Know About Marie Callender's

    There's much more to the history of Marie Callender's than you may think, from how it started making its pies to how the company operates today.

    By Andy Beth Miller 19 days ago Read More
  • Waffle House waffles are arranged on a table

    The Hands Down Best Waffle At Waffle House Has Just A Kiss Of Vanilla

    One Waffle House waffle stood above the competition in our taste test, and a subtle kiss of vanilla helped make this classic our hands-down favorite.

    By Moriah House 20 days ago Read More
  • Red and white sign in business door reading

    Beloved 55-Year-Old Restaurant Chain Closes Every Last Location (For Good)

    Continuing an unfortunate trend in the restaurant industry is the total closure of a 55-year-old chain which was popular in the Midwest and South.

    By Rolland Judd 24 days ago Read More
  • Grilled meat on saffron rice

    The 12 Best Middle Eastern Restaurants In NYC

    Whether you're craving hummus or kebab, these Middle Eastern spots in NYC combine authentic flavors with unique twists you'll only find in the metropolis.

    By Khelil Bouarrouj 24 days ago Read More
  • Close up of a seared cod fillet with roasted potatoes and a green salad in the background

    Iconic Seafood Chain Closes Dozens Of Locations In 2026

    Fans of this seafood restaurant know it has seen stormy seas recently, but the company insists that this round of closures is actually a good thing.

    By Dylan Murray 26 days ago Read More
  • Slice of pepperoni pizza being lifted with spatula with checkered tablecloth underneath

    This '00s Buffet-Style Pizza Chain Quietly Vanished, And You Probably Didn't Even Notice

    The pizza scene doesn't have many buffet-style chains, and there might be a reason for it. Just look at how this company from the 2000s faded from the industry.

    By Rolland Judd 27 days ago Read More
  • The exterior of a Friendly's restaurant with a sign and cars in the parking lot.

    The Only US States With Surviving Friendly's Restaurant Locations

    Friendly's was once a national empire but those days have since passed. These are the only American states with Friendly's restaurant locations today.

    By Kathy Bradshaw 28 days ago Read More
  • View of country western neon signs on Lower Broadway street in Nashville, Tennessee including Jack's Bar B Que and Robert's Western World

    11 Best Restaurants For BBQ In Nashville That Tourists Haven't Ruined (Yet)

    Authentic BBQ haunts in Music City are tough to spot between the concertgoers and bachelorette parties. Luckily, locals and critics praise these hidden gems.

    By Andy Beth Miller 29 days ago Read More
  • Flaky, textural biscuits on a white plate, with a paper sack of biscuits in background

    The Hands-Down Best Spot For Biscuits In Every Southern State

    Buttermilk, cathead, and angel — we're talking biscuits, and you're invited. Follow along, as we stop at the best spots to butter your biscuit in the South.

    By Andy Beth Miller 30 days ago Read More
  • Black bowl of chicken wings next to some sauce

    The Hands-Down Best Chicken Wings In Every US State

    When it comes to appetizers, few dishes are as popular as some hot wings. There are plenty of places that fry these up on the regular, but some excel.

    By Shannon Dell 1 month ago Read More
  • Dolly Parton wearing a black and silver sparkly dress in front of a pink promotional background

    The Small Tennessee Gas Station Diner Serving Up Dolly Parton's Favorite Hot Dogs

    When it comes to hot dogs, Dolly Parton swore by the unique Southern version served at a longstanding local diner in her native Tennessee.

    By Alba Caraceni 1 month ago Read More
  • Closeup of smashed burger with cheese, sauce, pickles

    The Gas Station Where You Can Get The Best Burger In Georgia

    The burger scene is dominated by fast food chains, but this gas station burger joint near Atlanta, Georgia shows the American burger dream is still alive.

    By Erica Martinez 1 month ago Read More
  • A sign for Red Lobster outside the restaurant

    The Red Lobster Appetizer Fans Can't Agree On

    Red Lobster has plenty of menu items that draw in the crowds, but this appetizer is one that's earned a love-it-or-hate-it type of reputation.

    By Ben Hillin 1 month ago Read More
  • Two Italian meals on a table outside a restaurant. A small salad and a cocktail is visible.

    The Most Overpriced Italian Restaurant Chains, According To Customers

    Fans of Italian food have a range of chains to pick from for a plate of lasagna. The problem is, many of these chains are overpriced in the eyes of customers.

    By Matthew Plunkett 1 month ago Read More
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