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  • Friends sharing Mexican meal

    If You Make This Request At A Mexican Restaurant Don't Expect A Good Meal

    Making this request at a Mexican restaurant can set you up for disappointment -- here's what to avoid and questions you can ask to make sure you're happy.

    By Moriah House 1 day ago Read More
  • Waffle House waffle on a plate with powdered sugar dusted on and butter and syrup accompanied

    Waffle House's Waffle Mix Is Sourced From This Texas Company Older Than The Civil War

    If you've ever wondered how Waffle House makes such tasty waffles, it's partly due to the waffle mix provided by another well-established company.

    By Ellery Weil 2 days ago Read More
  • Newer Olive Garden restaurant signage

    How To Order Small Portions At Olive Garden When You Want A Lighter Meal

    Learn how to order smaller portions at Olive Garden thanks to a new menu addition so you can enjoy a lighter meal without wasting food and money.

    By Haley McNamara 3 days ago Read More
  • Texas Roadhouse brownie with ice cream and chocolate sauce

    The Texas Roadhouse Dessert Sauce Swap You Won't Find On The Menu

    Asking for this simple dessert sauce swap at Texas Roadhouse unlocks a whole new, expanded menu of delicious sweet treats to finish up your meal.

    By Ellery Weil 3 days ago Read More
  • The interior of a Cracker Barrel location with countless pieces of unique decor inside.

    This Cracker Barrel Dining Mistake Could Be Costing You Money

    A meal at Cracker Barrel doesn't have to be a costly occasion. Learn the mistake you'll want to avoid to save money when dining at the casual chain.

    By Dylan Murray 3 days ago Read More
  • A plate of Waffle House hashbrowns with gravy, jalapenos, and ham

    How Waffle House's Hashbrown Code Became A Fixture At The Breakfast Chain

    Few breakfast foods are as customizable as Waffle House hash browns -- here's what it means when they're "covered," "smothered," and "chunked."

    By Ellery Weil 9 days ago Read More
  • An outdoor view of the front of a Denny's location

    Review: Denny's Grand Slam Burrito Is Worthy Of Its Home Run Title

    Is the Grand Slam Burrito on Denny's new value menu good enough to bring the nostalgic breakfast chain back from the brink? We had to find out for ourselves.

    By Sarah Dealy 10 days ago Read More
  • People toasting with assorted colorful cocktails

    These 14 Chain Restaurants Have The Best Happy Hour Deals

    A post-work drink or snack should be relaxing, not stressful. These restaurants offer some of the cheapest and most unique happy hours that money can buy.

    By Asia Mayfield 10 days ago Read More
  • Red Lobster storefront at night

    11 Discontinued Red Lobster Menu Items Customers Forgot Existed

    Even at major restaurant chains, menu items come and go. Here are some discontinued dishes from Red Lobster that you can't get anymore, and may not remember.

    By Andrew Pogue 11 days ago Read More
  • Empty bar in restaurant

    The Biggest Difference Between A Tavern And A Bar — Know Before You Go

    Taverns and bars both serve alcohol, but aren't the same -- learn the key difference so you know what to expect before deciding where to grab a drink.

    By Moriah House 14 days 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 14 days ago Read More
  • Hand using chopsticks to pick up shui mai from table full of Chinese dim sum in steamed bamboo baskets

    The Largest Dim Sum Restaurant In The US Can Seat 800 People - Here's Where To Find It

    If you're looking to experience the largest dim sum eatery in the U.S., this is where you need to go. The Chinese restaurant can fit 800 people at once.

    By Joe Hoeffner 15 days ago Read More
  • Person with apron holding a

    This Iconic NYC Restaurant Frequented By Old-School Celebs Just Closed Its Doors For Good

    Restaurant closures have been abundant in recent years, but it doesn't make this iconic NYC restaurant shuttering its doors any less surprising.

    By Maria Scinto 17 days ago Read More
  • Gordon Ramsay's face overlaying two of his elegantly plated dishes in front of dining rooms at two of Gordon Ramsay's restaurants

    Gordon Ramsay's Most Popular Restaurants, Ranked By Customer Reviews

    If you're craving the celebrity chef experience, Gordon Ramsay has an entire fleet of global restaurants. These are the venues with the most customer reviews.

    By Timothy Rawles 17 days ago Read More
  • A platter of ribs, barbecue sauce, macaroni and cheese, and sausage from a barbecue restaurant

    The Michelin-Starred BBQ Joint That Won't Hurt Your Wallet

    If you've been avoiding Michelin-starred restaurants to protect your wallet, you should give this barbecue joint in Texas a chance -- it won't break the bank.

    By Dylan Murray 17 days ago Read More
  • Spaghetti Bolognese served in a white dish with a fork and napkin aside it

    The Boozy Addition That Makes Olive Garden's Bolognese Irresistible

    Olive Garden's Bolognese sauce had an ingredient not usually found in traditional recipes. Here's what made the dish so good and how you can recreate it.

    By Paige Hughes 19 days ago Read More
  • A square casserole dish with lasagna in it

    Stop Ordering Lasagna At Italian Restaurants And Grab This Cheesy Dish Instead

    Skip the lasagna -- this crispy, gooey Italian classic delivers molten mozzarella, golden bread, and unbeatable comfort at your favorite restaurant.

    By Dylan Murray 21 days ago Read More
  • Cracker Barrel exterior standalone sign with a tree

    Discontinued Cracker Barrel Menu Items We'll Probably Never Eat Again

    Cracker Barrel offers some classic Southern-inspired meals, but it also has to keep up with the times. These are the Cracker Barrel items that disappeared.

    By Brian Boone 21 days ago Read More
  • 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 24 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 24 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 25 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 27 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 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month ago Read More
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