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  • Open boxes of Chinese takeout

    Is Chinese Takeout Fast Food Or Something Else?

    Chinese takeout food is low-cost, widely available, and travels from kitchen to your door at a brisk clip. That's the definition of fast food, no? Not exactly.

    By Brian Udall Read More
  • taco bell food

    What Is Fresco Style At Taco Bell, Anyway?

    Those who are counting calories of prefer a lactose-free meal should know what the Make it Fresco option is on the Taco Bell ordering system.

    By Dennis Lee Read More
  • A Neon McDonald's sign apart of a larger McDonald's Golden Arch outside of a McDonald's location.

    The Vegetarian McDonald's Breakfast Sandwich Hack You'll Order On Repeat

    McDonald's doesn't have many vegetarian options, but this surprising twist on their breakfast sandwiches is the secret menu hack you'll wish you knew sooner.

    By Dylan Murray Read More
  • Chipotle burrito bowl

    The Sneaky Trick To Get More Meat At Chipotle

    If you're trying to maximize the quantity of protein you get in your Chipotle burrito or burrito bowl, this slightly sneaky strategy gets the best results.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed Read More
  • The famous UFO-shaped McDonald's in Roswell, New Mexico.

    The Only State In The U.S. Where You'll Find A UFO-Shaped McDonald's

    McDonald's franchises are steadfast in their uniformed presentations in some ways, but this UFO themed location is in a world all its own.

    By Joe Hoeffner Read More
  • A setup at a buffet, prominently featuring salad.

    Why We Typically Avoid The First Items In A Buffet Line

    When you're at a buffet, it's a good idea not to take the first items you come across but they're the ones the restaurant doesn't want you to avoid.

    By Joe Hoeffner Read More
  • The exterior of a brick Wingstop location with a black paneled roof

    Our Favorite Wingstop Sauce Gave Us Sweet And Spicy Flavor

    Wingstop is well-known for bringing its customers to Flavor Town. This limited time sauce is definitely our favorite thanks to its sweet and spicy profile.

    By Dylan Murray Read More
  • A breakfast from McDonald's, including a Sausage McMuffin, home fries, and a coffee.

    The Legend Of The McDonald's Breakfast Buffet

    Although smorgasbords seem to be a thing of the past, it has led to some debate as to whether or not McDonald's all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet ever existed.

    By Joe Hoeffner Read More
  • Red and white Chick-fil-A sign showing the chicken logo against a blue sky with fluffy white clouds

    The Discontinued Chick-Fil-A Menu Item That No One Actually Wanted

    This Chick-Fil-A item was a Southern classic staple on the menu for four decades, but tastes change and it was discontinued, although some would like it back.

    By Alba Caraceni Read More
  • A serving of fish and chips sitting on a table.

    One Unique Oregon Restaurant Serves Fresh Fish And Chips Right Out Of A Boat

    There are many fish and chip restaurants in America. However, very few of them serve their food from an actual boat. This restaurant in Oregon is one of them.

    By Maria Scinto Read More
  • A large McDonald's sign in the sky during the daytime

    Here's The City With The Most McDonald's Locations

    California has the most McDonald's locations, so it may be a surprise to know that the city with the most of the chain's restaurants isn't in that state.

    By Dylan Murray Read More
  • An outdoor Costco food court in 2016, featuring the BBQ brisket sandwich on its menu.

    Whatever Happened To Costco's Food Court BBQ Beef Brisket Sandwich?

    One of Costco food court's most popular items was discontinued, leading many to wonder where and why their favorite BBQ beef brisket sandwich had disappeared.

    By Dylan Murray Read More
  • A number of McNuggets, alongside Szechuan dipping sauce.

    Our Least Favorite McDonald's Dipping Sauce Is Disappointingly Bland

    Although it was one of the original three recipes, this McNugget dipping sauce ranks as our least favorite of the six McDonald's keeps on the menu.

    By Joe Hoeffner Read More
  • A close-up on a Domino's pizza box, prominently featuring its logo.

    The Secret Message Hiding In Domino's Pizza Logo

    Domino's founder, Tom Monaghan, had a progressive plan for the pizza chain's logo, but business boomed to the point where that became infeasible very quickly.

    By Joe Hoeffner Read More
  • The exterior of a Dunkin' location in a city

    The Big Flavoring Mistake You Probably Keep Making At Dunkin'

    Many customers are missing out on a way to enhance their coffees at Dunkin' and aren't getting the most out of its highly customizable drink menu.

    By Dylan Murray Read More
  • Sandwich, chips, and drink from Jimmy John's

    The Jimmy John's Sandwich That Is A Total Miss

    In a recent tasting testing we conducted, three of the original Jimmy Johns sandwiches were our favorites, but one sandwich ranked last with good reason.

    By Erica Martinez Read More
  • The exterior of an In-N-Out Burger location in California with a rainbow behind it

    What's The Biggest Burger You Can Get At In-N-Out?

    In-N-Out had to make a rule for how many patties you can order on a burger, but if you ask nicely, you might be able to get them to add one or two more.

    By Dylan Murray Read More
  • A platter of soft tacos on yellow corn tortillas

    The One Step You Can't Miss Before Reheating Tacos

    Whether made with hard or soft shells, tacos can actually be easily reheated without being soggy, but there is a trick to it.

    By Kurt Suchman Read More
  • The exterior of a Wendy's location with red overhead lights on at night

    The Wendy's Hack That Can Save You Money On Your Next Fast-Food Feast

    The difference between ordering these two combos at Wendy's can not only save you money but will also give you an additional menu item.

    By Dylan Murray Read More
  • Chipotle Honey Chicken in a burrito and quesadilla

    Review: Chipotle's New Chipotle Honey Chicken Will Sweeten Up Any Meal

    Chipotle's got a new protein on offer: Chipotle Honey Chicken. We tasted it in a burrito and quesadilla to see if it's worth trying. Spoiler: We think it is.

    By Michael Palan Read More
  • A person holding a bacon cheeseburger, with cheese fries, and a beverage nearby

    What's The Difference Between Fast Food And Fast Casual Restaurants?

    You might not think much about whether a place is fast food or fast casual when you're grabbing a bit to eat, but there is a difference.

    By Creshonda A. Smith Read More
  • An old Jersey Mike's Subs sign on the outside of a building

    The Discontinued Jersey Mike's Treat That Deserves A Comeback

    Jersey Mike's has discounted many items from its menu over the years, but customers are demanding online that this favorite be returned as soon as possible.

    By Dylan Murray Read More
  • A McDonald's sign in the sky during the day

    The Southern Breakfast You Can Only Find At Certain McDonald's Locations

    There are many international McDonald's locations with unique menu items, but these particular offering is only available in a few states.

    By Dylan Murray Read More
  • Hot dog in bun with mustard on white

    Forget Costco, You Can Get Hot Dogs At Another Store For Less

    When it comes to affordable, tasty meals, it's hard to beat Costco's legendary and cheap hot dog and drink combo, but this big-box store did.

    By Erica Martinez Read More
  • A hand gripping a half-eaten McDonald's burger with the box it came in nearby.

    The McDonald's Order You Need For An Elevated McDouble

    In 2022, McDonald's shared a secret menu and this popular item from the list is a twist on the McDouble and making a comeback for good reason.

    By Dylan Murray Read More
  • A picture of the Chuck E. Cheese sign on a building

    Is Chuck E. Cheese A Mouse Or A Rat?

    Chuck E. Cheese became a symbol of fun, pizza, and games, with an eccentric backstory, and passionate about creating fun and memorable celebrations for kids.

    By Creshonda A. Smith Read More
  • A Panera Bread sign on the exterior of a Panera Bread location

    Here's How Long Panera Bread Serves Breakfast

    If you are dying to indulge in Panera Bread's breakfast menu, it's important to show up at the right time. Here's how long they serve breakfast.

    By Dylan Murray Read More
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