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13 Absolute Best Italian Chains Across The US

staff@thetakeout.com (Asia Mayfield) — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 23:40:00 +0000

From iconic names in comfort food to pizza places and dessert shops, we round up the chains across the United States that offer the best Italian cuisine.

4 Best New Fast Food Breakfast Sandwiches Of 2026 (So Far)

staff@thetakeout.com (Dylan Murray) — Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:00:00 +0000

A surprising number of new breakfast sandwiches arrived at fast food chains this year, but so far we think these four are the best to have emerged.

This Texas Roadhouse Sister Chain Is Like A Chick-Fil-A And Five Guys Fusion

staff@thetakeout.com (Dylan Murray) — Sun, 18 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0000

Texas Roadhouse's sibling restaurant has a completely different menu and concept. Expect burgers and chicken sandwiches instead of steaks and ribs.

The '50s-Inspired Chick-Fil-A Spin-Off Chain You'll Only Find In The South

staff@thetakeout.com (Dennis Lee) — Mon, 12 Oct 2026 13:00:00 +0000

Only folks in the South can get a taste of this '50s-style Chick-fil-A spin-off chain. Here's how it differs from the original and what else you need to know.

15 Food Court Treats Everyone Was Eating At The Mall In The '90s

staff@thetakeout.com (Michael Palan) — Sun, 11 Oct 2026 15:40:00 +0000

Going to the mall was a social event in the '90s, with everyone from teenagers to families enjoying treats from the ubiquitous food court, including these.

Why Panera Bread Soup Never Really Tastes All That Fresh

staff@thetakeout.com (Dennis Lee) — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0000

A piping hot bowl of soup is a satisfying meal, but are the ones from Panera Bread made fresh? Here's what we know about the soups at this fast casual chain.

The Restaurant With The Biggest Cult Following In Every State

staff@thetakeout.com (Julie Blume Benedict) — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 11:40:00 +0000

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.

12 Biggest Culver's Complaints Customers Always Make (But They Keep Coming Back)

staff@thetakeout.com (Joe Thristino) — Sat, 19 Sep 2026 19:40:00 +0000

Here are some of the most common grievances customers have voiced on social media about Culver's, yet they still return to the restaurant again and again.

7 Red Lobster Ordering Mistakes Too Many People Are Still Making In 2026

staff@thetakeout.com (Paul Rothbart) — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:40:00 +0000

If you're craving delicious yet affordable seafood, Red Lobster is the place to go – just as long as you avoid making these crucial ordering mistakes.

12 Mexican Restaurant Chains That Use High Quality Ingredients

staff@thetakeout.com (Joe Thristino) — Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:40:00 +0000

There are lots of choices for tacos, enchiladas, fajitas, and more across the U.S. But which Mexican chains offer fresh, top-notch ingredients? Here are 12.

The Absolute Best Bagel Shop In Every US State

staff@thetakeout.com (Andy Beth Miller) — Mon, 14 Sep 2026 19:40:00 +0000

Move over, NYC; 49 other states are serving up bagels that deserve our attention, nailing that crispy-to-chewy ratio and topped with plenty of yummy schmears.

Panera Bread's Fancier Sister Chain Is Roughly The Same Price And Not Enough People Talk About It

staff@thetakeout.com (Dylan Murray) — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0000

Panera Bread may be the more famous of the two, but the sandwich and soup chain does have a similar sister restaurant chain which is roughly the same price.

Review: Crumbl And Minecraft Came Together For A Cookie Collab So Good Even Creepers Will Dig It

staff@thetakeout.com (Dani Zoeller) — Mon, 31 Aug 2026 22:04:28 +0000

Crumbl has released a cookie collab with Minecraft, and we've tasted all six of the sweet treats. Find out which are God-tier, and which are noob-y.

Panda Express' CEO Responds To The Chain's Biggest Criticism: 'I Take No Offense At All'

staff@thetakeout.com (Dennis Lee) — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 20:57:47 +0000

This bit of criticism is often lobbed at Panda Express, but the CEO isn't bothered by it all. Here's what the founders have to say about their family business.

5 Restaurant Chains That Are Surprisingly Still Family-Run In 2026

staff@thetakeout.com (Dennis Lee) — Sun, 23 Aug 2026 15:00:00 +0000

The restaurant industry seems like it's made up of huge conglomerates, but these five restaurant chains have managed to keep things in the family.

Culver's Disappointed Fans By Discontinuing This Beloved Frozen Treat Flavor

staff@thetakeout.com (Dylan Murray) — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 01:00:00 +0000

Many of us have experienced our favorite fast food chain item disappearing from the menu, and for some Culver's patrons, it's this custard flavor.

The Popular Fast Food Chain You Didn't Realize Serves A Mean Mexican Breakfast

staff@thetakeout.com (Dylan Murray) — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 15:00:00 +0000

A good breakfast menu is hard to find, especially if you're looking for Mexican-inspired breakfast food. This popular fast food chain is a good option.

The Panda Express Kids Meal Adults Should Have No Shame In Ordering

staff@thetakeout.com (Moriah House) — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0000

Panda Express serves mouth-watering Asian food in generous portions. Sometimes, they're too generous - in which case, turn to Panda Express's kids' meal option.

I Tried Every Culver's Seafood Menu Item And This Was Hands-Down The Best

staff@thetakeout.com (Rachel Sobel) — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 23:40:00 +0000

While fish may be a controversial choice for a fast food restaurant, it can be a good one. That said, some chains do it better than others.

12 Chain Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free

staff@thetakeout.com (Amber Winston) — Sun, 26 Jul 2026 23:40:00 +0000

Dining out with the family can sometimes feel overwhelmingly expensive, but these chain restaurants offer a meal for kids completely free of charge.