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  • Red Robin's double burger and french fries

    Red Robin Servers Are Incensed About This New Guideline — Are They Justified?

    Changes in company policies risk triggering an uproar from employees, and Red Robin’s newest guideline has servers disgruntled and complaining online.

    By Rolland Judd 5 days ago Read More
  • Tony Parker, Tim Duncan, and Manu Ginobili during Spurs game

    This NBA Legend Has A 24-Hour Fast Food Joint Built Into His House

    Championship rings made him an NBA legend, but this former Spurs star's greatest victory may be the 24-hour Nando's built right into his Texas home.

    By Alexandra Fay 5 days ago Read More
  • Korean corn dog, crab legs, and a battle boat against a stadium backdrop

    The 12 Worst Sports Stadium Foods That'll Ruin Your Game Day

    Some sports stadium foods sound good in theory, but are disastrous in reality. If you want to have a great game day experience, avoid ordering these.

    By Carlos Matias 7 days ago Read More
  • Texas restaurant exteriors with representative foods

    6 Texas-Based Restaurant Chains That Are Rapidly Expanding And 6 That Are Struggling

    Texas is no stranger to successful restaurants, but several brands of the Lone Star state have fallen on hard times and are struggling to stay above water.

    By Brian Boone 8 days ago Read More
  • A plate of biscuits and gravy

    The Southern Breakfast Chain That Cracker Barrel Is Running Into The Ground

    Cracker Barrel has been struggling lately, as many of you know. But it turns out the brand has been running this chain into the ground in the process.

    By Laura Christine Allan 10 days ago Read More
  • Texas-style BBQ tray with brisket and slaw on wood cutting board

    The Hole In The Wall BBQ Joint You Have To Visit While In Texas

    Though new to the Texas scene, this Montgomery BBQ joint quickly became a local favorite, thanks to a classic menu of tasty recipes and laid-back atmosphere.

    By Moriah House 10 days ago Read More
  • Cooked steak with a fresh rosemary sprig

    This Chain Steakhouse Closed Over 600 Locations — Now It Wants A Second Chance

    This steakhouse chain's sliding back into your DMs with "Unlimited salad bar. You up?" After closing over 600 stores, does a new look deserve a second chance?

    By Rolland Judd 11 days ago Read More
  • A masked man, wedding couple, and man looking sideways

    14 Wildest Things To Have Ever Gone Down In A Waffle House

    We've come up with a running list of some of the most unbelievable things to have earned Waffle House a reputation for rowdiness and scandalous viral moments.

    By Rachel Sobel 12 days ago Read More
  • Basket of bread and butter from Cheesecake Factory

    The Large Corporation That Makes The Cheesecake Factory's Famous Brown Bread

    One of the best things about going to The Cheesecake Factory is the bottomless baskets of dark, sweet bread, but who makes that yummy bread anyway?

    By Dennis Lee 13 days ago Read More
  • veal Milaneseand salad at Cotoletta

    The Popular Miami Restaurant That Offers Diners 'Freedom From Choice'

    One of the struggles of going to a new restaurant is poring over the menu, figuring out what to eat, but this Miami restaurant has solved the problem.

    By Maria Scinto 14 days ago Read More
  • The Red Lobster menu on a wooden table.

    Does Red Lobster Have Fish Tacos?

    Fish tacos seem like a no-brainer for a seafood chain like Red Lobster. You may be surprised to learn which locations are serving these tortilla-wrapped treats.

    By Dylan Murray 14 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 15 days ago Read More
  • Lasagna with breadsticks and salad in background

    Olive Garden's Unexpected Connection To One Of America's Biggest Cereal Companies

    Many enjoy Olive Garden's Italian cuisine across the country, and, interestingly, the restaurant has ties to one of America's most well-known cereal companies.

    By Moriah House 17 days ago Read More
  • Composite image of the best hot dogs from every U.S. state

    The Best Hot Dog In Every State

    Hot dogs are so entrenched across every corner of the U.S. that every state has a stand, restaurant, or mini-chain that has mastered the art of hot dog cookery.

    By Brian Boone 19 days ago Read More
  • A meal of fried chicken and mac and cheese from Mary Mac's.

    The Historic Georgia Restaurant That Has Served Both Beyoncé And The Dalai Lama

    At this historic Georgia restaurant, you'll enjoy the same comfort foods that have attracted notable names like the Dalai Lama and Hillary Clinton.

    By Joe Hoeffner 19 days ago Read More
  • The interior of Cracker Barrel's gift shop.

    These Cracker Barrel Spin-Off Locations Barely Lasted 4 Years Before Being Closed For Good

    Cracker Barrel is no stranger to change, and its attempt at a spin-off restaurant in the 1990s shows Cracker Barrel has always been at it. Here's why it failed.

    By Dylan Murray 20 days ago Read More
  • a whole roasted chicken on a cutting board

    The Cheap Chicken Dish From The '60s That's Not So Affordable Anymore

    This chicken dish was a budget-friendly snack in the 1960s but has risen in cost over the decades and not come back down. We'll never stop ordering it, though.

    By David Stringer 20 days ago Read More
  • Dave's Hot Chicken tender with mac and cheese in tray

    Is Dave's Hot Chicken Overpriced Or Worth The Price? Here's What Customers Are Saying

    Dave's Hot Chicken is a daring and delicious option for spicy food lovers. But are the generously sized tenders a good deal or an overpriced gimmick?

    By David Stringer 20 days ago Read More
  • Travel author and TV personality Rick Steves

    Rick Steves Wants You To Avoid This Expensive Cafe Mistake When Visiting Europe

    Travel influencer Rick Steves knows a thing or two about travel, and he wants to help you avoid paying more than you need to when you order a drink at a café.

    By Joe Hoeffner 21 days ago Read More
  • Guy Fieri in sunglasses waving and speaking into microphone

    Why Guy Fieri Doesn't Show Every Restaurant He Stops At On Diners, Drive-Ins And Dives

    Fans of Guy Fieri’s ‘Triple D’ show might be surprised to learn that not every restaurant the affable chef visits will make the cut — for one very good reason.

    By Jonathan Kesh 21 days ago Read More
  • Studio shot of a delicious fried chicken sandwich with sauce on seeded bun against a white background

    The Best Chicken Sandwich In Your State

    Savory and satisfying, simple or over-the-top, nothing hits like a great chicken sandwich. If you're looking for the best one in your state, start here.

    By Andy Beth Miller 22 days ago Read More
  • Route 66 painted on asphalt road

    This Old-School Route 66 Diner Will Take You Back To The 1950s

    Get ready to be transported back in time at this New Mexico Route 66 diner, with its 1950s decor and mid-century America meals, like meatball sandwiches.

    By Erica Martinez 22 days ago Read More
  • A breakfast spread at IHOP.

    This Is What Made IHOP's Original Menu International

    Most people are only familiar with IHOP through its current acronym, but the previously-named International House of Pancakes was dubiously "international."

    By Joe Hoeffner 26 days ago Read More
  • Exterior of a classic chrome diner with rounded red rooflines, and a large diner sign above the entrance.

    Here's What Really Makes A Restaurant A Diner

    Diners got their start in the late 1800s in Providence, Rhode Island, with a horse-drawn wagon selling coffee and sandwiches to late-night workers.

    By David Stringer 27 days ago Read More
  • Bartender in hat throwing cocktail shaker

    The Popular Restaurant Chain That Holds A Bartending Guinness World Record

    Though this restaurant chain isn't quite as popular as it used to be, the Guinness World Record it set in London in 2011 still stands to this day.

    By Erica Martinez 27 days ago Read More
  • Interior of Texas Roadhouse

    Why You Can Only Get Lunch At Texas Roadhouse On Weekends

    One might think a popular chain like Texas Roadhouse would be open for lunch during the week, but there are some surprising reasons the restaurant chain is not.

    By Rolland Judd 27 days ago Read More
  • Anthony Bourdain smiling in a tuxedo while holding his Emmy Award on the red carpet

    Anthony Bourdain Said This NYC Restaurant Has 'The Best Breakfast In The Universe'

    Anthony Bourdain's favorite breakfast spot was located in New York City, with his signature order unconventionally hailing primarily from under the sea.

    By Dylan Murray 28 days ago Read More
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