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  • Briskets and sausages on wood cutting stand

    The 14 Best BBQ Spots In Austin

    With countless BBQ joints in Austin, knowing the right ones matters. These stalwarts serve top brisket, ribs, and authentic Texas flavor.

    By Khelil Bouarrouj 4 hours ago Read More
  • Traditional breakfast patter with waffle, sausage, potatoes, bacon, egg and side salad

    The Most Overpriced Breakfast Chains, According To Customers

    Budget-friendly breakfasts are getting harder to find. These once-affordable breakfast chains are the worst offenders, according to customers.

    By Carlos Matias 1 day ago Read More
  • Cracker Barrel sign in the sky

    Cracker Barrel Gets Rid Of Its New Logo After Fierce Customer Backlash

    When Cracker Barrel unveiled a new, more modern-looking logo, it immediately provoked negative reactions. Now, the company is reversing course.

    By Maria Scinto 3 days ago Read More
  • Olive Garden meal

    This Is What Olive Garden Does With Its Leftover Food

    Although individual consumer practices are beneficial, the problem of food waste needs to be tackled from all angles. Here's what Olive Garden is doing to help.

    By Kat Olvera 9 days ago Read More
  • cracker barrel exterior

    Why Cracker Barrel Just Changed Its Iconic Logo For The First Time In 48 Years

    Cracker Barrel is a chain known for sticking to tradition, but it's recently unveiled a suite of changes, including a new, sleek logo redesign.

    By Dennis Lee 10 days ago Read More
  • A promotional image featuring Olive Garden pasta bowls.

    Olive Garden Is Bringing Back This Fan Favorite Deal (With A New Sauce To Top It Off)

    Olive Garden continues to give back to its fans with the return of a generous deal that'll have you leaving full. This year, its bringing a new sauce.

    By Cassie Womack 12 days ago Read More
  • The Las Vegas strip at night

    The Controversial Las Vegas Restaurant Where You'll Be Punished For Not Finishing Your Meal

    Las Vegas is home to tons of quirky attractions. Heart Attack Grill is definitely a quirky and memorable spot to experience a meal in Sin City.

    By Joe Hoeffner 17 days ago Read More
  • A sign for Red Lobster outside the restaurant

    The Red Lobster Appetizer Fans Can't Agree On

    Red Lobster has plenty of menu items that draw in the crowds, but this appetizer is one that's earned a love-it-or-hate-it type of reputation.

    By Ben Hillin 17 days ago Read More
  • A bowl of Olive Garden breadsticks

    How Olive Garden Dreamed Up Its Signature Dish

    Olive Garden has been serving unlimited freshly-baked breadsticks since almost the very beginning. It initially offered them for a very practical reason.

    By Paige Hughes 22 days ago Read More
  • A plate of hash browns with cheese from Waffle House

    How To Score Free Hash Browns On Your Next Waffle House Visit

    Know what tastes better than Waffle House hash browns? Free Waffle House hash browns. Here's how to get a plate for yourself that you don't even have to share.

    By Dylan Murray 23 days ago Read More
  • A photo of the exterior of a Bob Evans Restaurant

    12 Signs Bob Evans Is Struggling

    Bob Evans has spent decades serving up delicious breakfast food, but lately it feels like the nationwide casual dining chain has lost its way. Here's why.

    By Jon Gutierrez 1 month ago Read More
  • Close up of Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. signage

    How Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. Capitalized On A '90s Movie To Become An International Seafood Chain

    Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. obviously has connections to a very popular '90s movie, but how the restaurant came about, and its continuing legacy might surprise you.

    By Khelil Bouarrouj 1 month ago Read More
  • Sign for Longhorn Steakhouse

    10 LongHorn Steakhouse Menu Items To Steer Clear Of, According To Customer Reviews

    According to customer reviews, there are some dishes that diners at LongHorn Steakhouse should avoid ordering to ensure the best experience .

    By Melanie Andrade 1 month ago Read More
  • The interior of a Texas Roadhouse restaurant

    The Unique Birthday Tradition You'll Only Find At Texas Roadhouse

    If you know, you know. But if you haven't celebrated your birthday at Texas Roadhouse, grab a free dessert and sidle up to your cowboy-themed birthday throne.

    By Dylan Murray 1 month ago Read More
  • olive garden restaurant front

    The Absolute Best Olive Garden Appetizer On The Menu Is No Surprise

    There are many great choices on an Olive Garden menu, but this unlimited side is also a delicious appetizer that can be transformed to a snack at home as well.

    By Mathieson Nishimura 2 months ago Read More
  • Plate of sunny side-up eggs at a Waffle House booth table

    When Dining Solo At Waffle House, Make Sure You Don't Break This Rule

    Whether you're filling up on breakfast or grabbing a late-night meal, here's what you need to know about dining at Waffle House on your own.

    By Dylan Murray 2 months ago Read More
  • Texas Roadhouse sign

    13 Things Every First-Timer Should Know Before Eating At Texas Roadhouse

    Whether it's a casual family dinner or a special birthday celebration, Texas Roadhouse holds a few surprises in store for first-time diners.

    By Anita Surewicz 2 months ago Read More
  • Dolly Parton wearing a black and silver sparkly dress in front of a pink promotional background

    The Small Tennessee Gas Station Diner Serving Up Dolly Parton's Favorite Hot Dogs

    When it comes to hot dogs, Dolly Parton swears by the unique Southern version served at a longstanding local diner in her native Tennessee.

    By Alba Caraceni 2 months ago Read More
  • The exterior of an Olive Garden restaurant.

    Why Does Olive Garden Have 3-Prong Forks?

    When dining out, you may have noticed different sized and shaped forks at your table setting, like Olive Garden's three-pronged fork.

    By Joe Hoeffner 2 months ago Read More
  • A view of a sliced microwavable pizza pocket

    The Discontinued Hot Pocket Flavor We Wish Would Make A Comeback

    Hot Pockets has its fair share of flavors to pick from, but there are plenty that have been discontinued. There's one in particular that should make a comeback.

    By Creshonda A. Smith 2 months ago Read More
  • A cooked sirloin steak on a black plate alongside fries and vegetables

    The Type Of Steak You Should Always Avoid At A Restaurant

    We checked with R House chef Rocco Carulli to find out his expert take on ordering steak at a restaurant, and which cuts and specials to avoid.

    By Dylan Murray 2 months ago Read More
  • Dining area in Cracker Barrel

    Your Local Cracker Barrel Might Start Looking A Lot Different (And Not In A Good Way)

    Cracker Barrel is famously struggling to stay afloat in this economy, but the new CEO has ushered in a new interior design that has customers upset.

    By Rolland Judd 2 months ago Read More
  • An assortment of dim sum dishes.

    The Correct Number Of Dim Sum Dishes To Order Per Person

    With so many choices, it may be hard to know when to stop and what is the appropriate amount of plates to take when eating dim sum.

    By Joe Hoeffner 2 months ago Read More
  • Olive Garden takeout/delivery bags

    Stop Ignoring This Section On Olive Garden's Menu If You Want To Save Money

    There's an often overlooked section of the Olive Garden menu that can help you save money, especially if you're dining as a part of a group.

    By Maria Scinto 2 months ago Read More
  • buffet bar

    The Major Food Tray Red Flag We Can't Ignore At Buffets

    There is plenty to be mindful of when eating at a buffet, but this sign is one to watch for before you even look at or taste the food.

    By Mathieson Nishimura 2 months ago Read More
  • Man ready to serve with a pickleball racquet in one hand and the ball in the other, with three other players on the court

    The 2 Texas Fast Food Chain Locations Where You Can Play Pickleball Before Eating

    If you're looking for a quick bite but you have some time to spare while dining down in Texas, this fast food chain has two locations with pickleball courts.

    By Alba Caraceni 2 months ago Read More
  • The exterior of the Old Place

    The Historic California Restaurant That Still Doesn't Have A Freezer

    This historic old west restaurant, less than 40 miles from Los Angeles, runs out of menu items because it doesn’t have a freezer, and it’s totally fine.

    By Joe Hoeffner 2 months ago Read More
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