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  • Olive Garden food and a takeout bag

    Olive Garden Is Delivering, But Only Through A Special Service

    Fans of Olive Garden can now enjoy the chain's dishes right in their own homes, but the availability of delivery depends where you're located.

    By Dennis Lee 7 months ago Read More
  • cracker barrel exterior

    What Time Does Cracker Barrel Start Serving Lunch?

    Cracker Barrel serves breakfast all day, but it does in fact have a lunch menu. If you're hoping to stop in for some, here's when they start serving lunch.

    By Dennis Lee 7 months ago Read More
  • Julia Child in her kitchen with produce in front of her, and copper pans on the wall

    The International Cuisine Julia Child Couldn't Live Without (It's Not French)

    Julia Child may be synonymous with French cooking, but she told friends it was another cuisine that she preferred to eat.

    By Dennis Lee 7 months ago Read More
  • Peanut shells on wooden floor

    Can You Still Throw Peanut Shells On The Floor At Texas Roadhouse Restaurants?

    While the floors of Texas Roadhouse and other similar restaurants used to be littered with peanut shells, is it still allowed and what problems can it cause?

    By Angie Seibold 7 months ago Read More
  • Gordon Ramsay in 2024

    The Gordon Ramsay Restaurant That Completely Failed In The US

    Everything Gordon Ramsay touches seems to turn to gold. However, even the legendary chef fails on occasion, with one of his restaurants being a prime example.

    By Mariana Zapata 7 months ago Read More
  • Red Lobster restaurant sign

    Red Lobster Is Bringing Back A Beloved Menu Item That We've Been Missing

    Red Lobster has a young new CEO on the job and that means changes to the menu. Although some menu items will be cut, there's one fan favorite that's returning.

    By Cassie Womack 7 months ago Read More
  • Different dishes at IHOP

    The Best IHOP Menu Items That Aren't Pancakes

    Though it's called the International House of Pancakes, IHOP has way more to offer than just pancakes. These are the best IHOP menu items that aren't pancakes.

    By Anita Surewicz 7 months ago Read More
  • Exterior of an Applebee's restaurant

    Happy Hour To Hangover Cure: Applebee's Moves In With A Popular Breakfast Chain

    Applebee's is innovating its way into a new market niche as it gears up to open its first American dual-restaurant location with this popular breakfast chain.

    By Angie Seibold 8 months ago Read More
  • Outside of Golden Corral restaurant with sign in foreground

    12 Reasons Golden Corral Allegedly Kicked Out Customers

    Golden Corral is one of the last standing buffet chains, but that doesn't mean you can do whatever you want. These are reasons it allegedly kicked out folks.

    By Dani Zoeller 8 months ago Read More
  • Italian dishes on table

    Discontinued Olive Garden Menu Items We May Never Eat Again

    Olive Garden adds and removes dishes to and from its menu all the time, but we're particularly sad that we'll never seen these fan favorite recipes again.

    By Chloe James 8 months ago Read More
  • Jucy Lucy burger

    The Iconic Minnesota Bar With The Most Classic Jucy Lucy Burger

    The classic cheese-stuffed Jucy Lucy burger may have originated at this one Minneapolis spot, and the iconic bar offers even more delicious eats.

    By Dennis Lee 8 months ago Read More
  • Olive Garden soups with breadsticks

    Olive Garden Soups Ranked From Worst To Best

    Olive Garden has a popular selection of pastas, salads, and assorted dishes, but we honed in on the soups. Here's how the four options on the menu stack up.

    By Katie Melynn 8 months ago Read More
  • A Denny's location exterior with blue sky and clouds

    Denny's Is Closing Over 100 Underperforming Restaurants

    In the latest round of economy-driven fast food closures, Denny's has announced that it will shutter 150 of its lower performing restaurants by the end of 2025.

    By Dennis Lee 8 months ago Read More
  • Friendly's restaurant sign

    How Friendly's Pulled Itself Out Of Restaurant Ruin

    Friendly's has gone on quite the journey since it opened in 1935, even pulling itself out of total restaurant ruin. Here's how the restaurant brand did it.

    By Jacob Smith 8 months ago Read More
  • baby back ribs with barbecue sauce

    The Secret To Copying Chili's Baby Back Ribs At Home

    Chili's beloved baby back ribs have never been easier to replicate by yourself at home. Simply follow these two simple cooking tips and you're on your way.

    By Abstract Samm 9 months ago Read More
  • the cheesecake factory exterior

    It's Time For Cheesecake Factory To Dump The SkinnyLicious Menu

    While compiling a list of the lowest calorie options in a large menu serves a certain convenience, no one is served by dubbing it "SkinnyLicious."

    By Lindsey Reynolds 9 months ago Read More
  • Steak and Ale tile sign

    Whatever Happened To Steak And Ale Restaurants?

    For decades, Steak and Ale was the go-to affordable casual dining destination for many Americans. And then, it was gone. What happened to the beloved chain?

    By Kurt Suchman 9 months ago Read More
  • Texas Roadhouse butter rolls

    Are Texas Roadhouse's Beloved Rolls Really Shrinking?

    Speculation about Texas Roadhouse is sizzling across social media. Videos posted on TikTok question the size of the steakhouse chain's bread.

    By Stephen Bradley 9 months ago Read More
  • Inside view of Trailer Park Lounge

    Is NYC's Trailer Park Lounge Actually In A Trailer?

    New York City's Trailer Parke Lounge is one of Manhattan's trendiest restaurants. However, some may wonder: is it actually located inside a trailer?

    By Erica Martinez 9 months ago Read More
  • hand spooning food at buffet

    The Worst Secrets Of All-You-Can-Eat Buffets Exposed

    Eating at an all-you-can-eat buffet does have some upsides, for sure, but there are some pretty gross and disturbing secrets you might want to know about them.

    By Brian Boone 9 months ago Read More
  • people outside a Cracker Barrel

    The Story Behind Cracker Barrel's Name

    Cracker Barrel's name has a forgotten origin. Let's explore the folksy story behind it and how the restaurant captures the spirit of yesteryear.

    By Angela L. Pagán 9 months ago Read More
  • Cracker Barrel fireplace and decorated mantle

    The Only States In The US Where You Won't Find A Cracker Barrel

    Cracker Barrel's list of locations is a good guide to where the chain is, but not where it isn't. These are the states that aren't graced by the brand.

    By Richard DiCicco 9 months ago Read More
  • Red Lobster dishes

    Review: Red Lobster Crabfest 2024 Won't Reel In New Fans

    Red Lobster has been struggling recently. A new attempt at offering the once-popular Crabfest is an attempt to pull in new customers. We reviewed the menu.

    By Dani Zoeller 11 months ago Read More
  • Rotary grater with cheese

    Olive Garden Cheese Graters Are Only Worth It For The Bragging Rights

    Olive Garden's cheese graters went viral after people realized the chain sold its cheese graters directly to customers, but there are cheaper alternatives.

    By Dennis Lee 11 months ago Read More
  • Inside of a Cheesecake Factory restaurant

    The Reason Cheesecake Factories Are Decorated So Extravagantly

    The Cheesecake Factory's décor is dizzying because of its eclectic influences: Egypt, France, and San Francisco all shaped the restaurant's aesthetic.

    By Erica Martinez 11 months ago Read More
  • Fast food meal from above

    As Fast Food Prices Surge, It's Time For A Chain Restaurant Renaissance

    Fast food is pricier than ever. One alternative for inflation-weary consumers is chain restaurants, which can sometimes be cheaper than fast food.

    By Moriah House 12 months ago Read More
  • Waffle House plate with grits

    Upgrade Your Waffle House Grits With This Simple Ordering Tip

    Next time you visit Waffle House, try customizing your grits with the chain's famous has brown toppings to take them to a new level of deliciousness.

    By Moriah House 12 months ago Read More
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