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  • Classic lobster roll with chips in a cardboard tray

    11 Chain Restaurants With Unforgettable Lobster Rolls

    You can get a great lobster roll beyond the borders of New England. These chain restaurants are serving up delicious versions to hungry diners.

    By Andy Beth Miller 2 days ago Read More
  • Jimmy John's Italian sandwich on countertop with chips, drink, packaging.

    Jimmy John's Has An Older Sister Chain That Might Surprise You

    While you might think of Jimmy John's as being a standalone sandwich chain, it actually has a surprising coporate connection to another famous sub shop.

    By Dennis Lee 4 days ago Read More
  • Waiting to get into a pizza place in NYC

    The Restaurant With The Biggest Cult Following In Every State

    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.

    By Julie Blume Benedict 11 days ago Read More
  • Jimmy John's Italian sandwich with chips and drink in background.

    3 Magic Words At Jimmy John's Will Finally Fix Your Sandwich's Bread To Meat Ratio

    There's an easy (and free) way to improve your Jimmy John's sub sandwich. With this modification, you'll get the most balanced bite every time.

    By Dennis Lee 20 days ago Read More
  • Picture of a staff worker hand placing a bagel in a takeaway bag at a bakery bagel shop

    The Absolute Best Bagel Shop In Every US State

    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.

    By Andy Beth Miller 25 days ago Read More
  • Sandwiches wrapped in foil on a Buc-ee's display

    8 Buc-Ee's Subs And Sandwiches Customers Say Are Worth The Money

    Before you pick up a random bites at Buc-ee's, you may want to prioritize the subs and sandwiches beloved by the travel center's biggest fans.

    By Kylie Werner 26 days ago Read More
  • A Smokehouse Brisket Sandwich meal from Arby's.

    The Arby's You Grew Up Going To Looks Way Different Today

    Arby's restaurants look more or less the same across the country, but when you compare them to the first Arby's restaurants you'll see the difference at once.

    By Joe Hoeffner 26 days ago Read More
  • A woman eating a chicken salad at a restaurant.

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

    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.

    By Dylan Murray 1 month ago Read More
  • Panera fall menu items on wooden table

    Review: Panera's 2026 Fall Menu Is A Mix Of Cozy, Comforting, And Questionable

    The sheer breadth of Panera's fall food options is impressive. To get ready for sweater weather, I tried the chain's autumn menu items to give you the lowdown.

    By Rachel Sobel 1 month ago Read More
  • Culver's restaurant exterior

    Add Cheese To This Culver's Order And You'll Forget Arby's Ever Existed

    Want to make your Culver's Beef Pot Roast sandwich taste as good (if not better) as Arby's Beef 'n Cheddar? Simple — just add this one classic component.

    By Jessica Riggio 1 month ago Read More
  • Three young people eating burgers and shakes from a fast food restaurant.

    The Hands-Down Cheapest Meal At 7 Popular Fast Food Chains In 2026

    Getting a good deal at a fast food restaurant can feel like a far-gone dream these days, but here are the cheapest meals at seven fast food chains in 2026.

    By Cassie Womack 2 months ago Read More
  • A sourdough sandwich with bacon, cheese, and filling with sauce in the background.

    5 Fast Food Chain Sourdough Items You Should Try

    Sourdough bread enjoys an air of artisanal sophistication but these fast food chains have been putting the tasty bit of bread to good use with these items.

    By Haley McNamara 2 months ago Read More
  • Arby's meal displayed on table with bag, sandwich, fries, drink.

    Arby's Is Bringing This Divisive Bite-Sized Meat Back To The Menu: 'They Are Awful. Awful.'

    Arby's has announced it's bringing back a limited-time menu item which customers are divided over. It's getting criticism online, but some people must like it.

    By Dennis Lee 2 months ago Read More
  • A roast beef sandwich sitting on brown paper with a side of pickles.

    'They Were Better Than Arby's' - This Beloved Roast Beef Chain Peaked In The '80s. Now It's Down To 6 Locations

    Arby's has basically claimed the throne for the fast food roast beef sandwich, but this competitor was popular back in the 1980s before it dwindled away.

    By Kristine Belonio 2 months ago Read More
  • A woman pulls fries out of a fast food bag with a hamburger on the table

    8 New Menu Items That The Internet Tore Apart Worse Than The Big Arch

    Fast food chains have been getting creative trying to draw customers back in, but these eight new menu items are having the exact opposite effect.

    By Jessica Riggio 2 months ago Read More
  • A woman ordering from an electronic menu screen

    5 Value Menu Items That Punch Well Above Their Weight In 2026

    The value menu has seen better days, but restaurant chains are trying to find ways to make their food affordable for people. These five value items prove it.

    By Lottë Reford 2 months ago Read More
  • Top view of mltiple fast food items on wood table

    The Fast Food Chain That's Actually Good, Despite All The Hate

    This fast food chain receives a whole lot of negativity, but is it actually warranted? This writer doesn't think so, and neither do a lot of sandwich lovers.

    By Rolland Judd 2 months ago Read More
  • Top view of assorted fast food dishes including burgers, chicken nuggets, and fries on yellow background

    9 Fast Food Chains Only People On The West Coast Get To Enjoy (Sorry East Coasters)

    We're not talking about McDonald's, Taco Bell, or Subway here. These West Coast fast food chains are heavy hitters, despite having far fewer locations.

    By Moriah House 3 months ago Read More
  • Overhead shot of person making sandwich at Subway

    The Hands Down Best Way To Upgrade Any Subway Sandwich

    Subway has made a name for itself primarily based on offering sandwiches that are easily customizable, but this has to be the best way to upgrade a meal.

    By Haley McNamara 3 months ago Read More
  • A meal and drink from Chick-fil-A sitting on a table.

    Chick-Fil-A Has Officially Been Dethroned As America's Top-Rated Fast Food Chain

    For more than a decade, Chick-fil-A has set the gold standard for customer satisfaction, but this fast food chain has officially taken the throne.

    By Kat Olvera 4 months ago Read More
  • McDonald's pie and coffee on McDonald's table.

    McDonald's Is Dropping Another Fan-Favorite Pie We Didn't See Coming

    If a McDonald's run is on the cards for you soon, keep your eyes peeled for this popular pie that's making a surprising but long-awaited return.

    By Dennis Lee 4 months ago Read More
  • Various fast food items including pizza, burgers, wings, and fries on a wood table.

    11 Fast Food Chains With Deep Discounts In June 2026

    Fast food restaurants are hoping to counter the recent rise in prices by offering deep discounts this June, including these eleven great deals.

    By Rolland Judd 4 months ago Read More
  • a philly cheesesteak

    14 Alternative Cheesesteaks You Need To Try In Philadelphia

    The Philly cheesesteak is an iconic concoction that keeps it classic. Nevertheless, multiple spots around the city create alternative versions worth trying.

    By Mike Madaio 4 months ago Read More
  • A close-up of Scarlett Johansson's face at the premier of

    Neither Jersey Mike's Nor Subway — Scarlett Johansson's Favorite Sandwich Comes From This Underrated Chain

    Scarlett Johansson may seem like the type to stick with the popular chains when it comes to sandwiches, but her favorite sub comes from this underdog.

    By Dylan Murray 4 months ago Read More
  • Meats hanging from the ceiling of an Italian deli

    Here Are The Best Italian Delis You Can Find In The US

    We've uncovered the best Italian delis you'll find in the United States. The entries on this list have mastered authentic Italian sandwiches and antipasto fare.

    By Joe Thristino 5 months ago Read More
  • Assorted Subway foot long sandwiches, drinks, and potato chips

    2 Big Changes Coming To Subway In 2026

    The fast food chains and restaurants that stick around adapt when they need to. Here are two ways Subway is trying to stay competitive in 2026.

    By Brian Udall 5 months ago Read More
  • An Italian beef sandwich on a wood table.

    The Affordable Chicago Side I Think Should Get More Love

    There's plenty of food in Chicago worth checking out, but this affordable side is an overlooked gem which I think deserves more people's attention.

    By Dennis Lee 5 months ago Read More
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