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  • in n out burger, fries, and drink

    This Southern California Burger Chain Once Rivaled In-N-Out — Fans Say It's Gone Downhill

    California is home to a wealth of fast food history, partly thanks to the founder of this chain. Unfortunately, his legacy has tarnished over the years.

    By Fred Hernandez 2 hours ago Read More
  • A Krispy Kreme original glazed donut sitting on the edge of a Krispy Kreme doughnits napkin with a coffee in the top left corner

    The 8-Second Trick For Krispy Kreme Donuts With Oven-Fresh Flavor

    The best way to reheat your Krispy Kreme donuts is by following the 8-second microwave rule. Here's why you should heed the chain's advice.

    By Ian Fortey 3 hours ago Read More
  • the kids meal from Chipotle

    Chipotle's Easy Ordering Trick That Gets You More Tacos For Less Money

    While Chipotle allows you to customize your order to your heart's content, the price can add up. Here's a clever trick to add protein for cheap.

    By Allison Forsyth 5 hours ago Read More
  • Cheeseburgers and cheese fries on a red tray

    The Southern Burger Chain That Customers Find To Be Way Overpriced

    Want to grab a burger that won't break the bank? Then it's best you rethink stopping by this way-too-expensive burger chain from the South.

    By Holly Tishfield 5 hours ago Read More
  • Cheesy hamburger with bacon and fries

    The Diner-Style California Burger Chain In-N-Out Lovers Need To Try At Least Once

    The West Coast has no shortage of great fast food joints, and this family-owned chain has a strong reputation with customer reviews to back it up.

    By Fred Hernandez 13 hours ago Read More
  • Arby's brisket sandwich and brisket bowl on marble surface

    I Tried Arby's New Brisket Sandwich & Mac Bowl, And My Wallet Would Like A Word

    Sure, Arby's has the meats, but are the meats worth a premium price? We tried its two new barbecue items, and here's why we aren't thrilled by either.

    By Emily Hunt 18 hours ago Read More
  • Close-up image of a Filet-O-Fish from McDonald's pictured in its box

    Here's How Long It Takes A Filet-O-Fish To Get From The Fryer To Your Bag

    The Filet-O-Fish is a simple sandwich with a fairly straightforward preparation and assembly. Here's how the process unfolds, both in theory and in practice.

    By Luna Christina Lupus 21 hours ago Read More
  • Anthony Bourdain speaks at an event

    This Old-School Chicago Italian Spot Earned Anthony Bourdain's Stamp Of Approval

    Anthony Bourdain loved Chicago, but one of the celebrity chef's favorite old-school eateries was an Italian establishment he couldn't get enough of.

    By Matthew Spina 23 hours ago Read More
  • person in their car at drive-thru McDonald's in the rain with window wound down

    The Drive-Thru Etiquette Rule You're Probably Breaking On Rainy Days

    On a rainy visit to the drive-thru, when you're sitting all warm and dry in your car, it's easy to forget this one thing that fast-food workers urge you to do.

    By Chesney McDonald 24 hours ago Read More
  • In-N-Out Burger burger and drink

    In-N-Out Doesn't Have Mobile Ordering And Likely Never Will. Here's Why

    Of all the major burger chains in the United States, In-N-Out has one of the most remarkably devoted customer bases — but why doesn't it have mobile ordering?

    By Wendy Leigh 1 day ago Read More
  • Cold Stone Creamery to go container

    Cold Stone Creamery's To-Go Pints And Quarts Can Rival The Cost Of A Sit-Down Meal

    The price of Cold Stone Creamery pints and quarts has gone up, but does it rival the cost of a restaurant meal in the most expensive city in the country?

    By Sean Bell 2 days ago Read More
  • A Chick-fil-A sandwich sits next to nuggets, an open sauce packet, and a drink.

    The Mess-Free Trick To Give Your Chick-Fil-A Sandwich A Sauced Glaze

    Some prefer to add flavor to their Chick-fil-A sandwiches. You can dip it in sauce, but that can be messy.

    By Rosie Govin 2 days ago Read More
  • a box of Krispy Kreme glazed and chocolate donuts

    The Discontinued Krispy Kreme Donut That Deserves A Comeback

    Krispy Kreme is known for its signature glazed donuts. And while they're delicious, we find ourselves pining for this citrus-filled donut.

    By Allison Forsyth 2 days ago Read More
  • Lots of sandwiches from Carl's Jr. on white table

    I Tried 16 Carl's Jr. Menu Items And Ranked Them Worst To Best

    If you're swinging by Carl's Jr. for lunch or dinner but unsure what to order, check out our taste test and ranking of its many different menu items.

    By Emily Hunt 2 days ago Read More
  • An order of Animal-Style fries from In-N-Out

    'Mind Blown': The Easy In-N-Out Ordering Trick For Spicy Animal Style Fries

    If you're a fan of In-N-Out's Animal Style fries who also loves a spicy kick in your fast food, there's an ordering trick you need to know about.

    By Sean Bell 2 days ago Read More
  • Shake Shack beer with two burgers and fries

    Who Brews Shake Shack Beer?

    Shake Shack's beer offering is uncommon among fast food chains. Its roots go back to the start of the chain when it paired up with this New York brewery.

    By Lindsey Reynolds 2 days ago Read More
  • A McDonald's Happy Meal featuring the box, drink, and toy on a restaurant table

    This Old-School Burger Chain Invented Happy Meals. Then McDonald's Stole The Idea

    Happy Meals are a signature feature of McDonald's, but there was an early competitor with a similar offering not long before. Here's the lawsuit-filled history.

    By Dee Lopez 2 days ago Read More
  • Two burgers with double patties from In-N-Out Burger

    The Big Difference Between The Beef At Wendy's And In-N-Out

    Ever wonder what the difference is between the beef served at your top two burger chains? Here's what you need to know about sourcing protocols and priorities.

    By Chesney McDonald 2 days ago Read More
  • A book titled

    This Popular Burger Chain Was Once Sued For $1.2 Million Over Employee Rights

    Burgers and fries aren't the only this this fast food chain was serving. Here's how workers in California banded together to fight for their rights.

    By Sean Bell 2 days ago Read More
  • Shrimp baskets from different chain restaurants in to-go containers

    8 Chain Restaurant Shrimp Baskets, Ranked Worst To Best

    We've reeled in fried shrimp baskets from popular chains. Each promises crisp, flavorful breading and succulent seafood, but not all of these meals are winners.

    By Megan Hageman 3 days ago Read More
  • Long John Silver's restaurant sign against blue sky

    Why Long John Silver's Discontinued Its Hefty Big Catch Meal

    The Big Catch graced menu boards at Long John Silver's just briefly before it was tossed overboard for health-related reasons.

    By Autumn Swiers 3 days ago Read More
  • Whole meat lover's pizza with pepperoni and sausage on brown cardboard box

    The Gas Station Pizza So Good They Made A Frozen Take-And-Bake Version

    One American gas station's pizza not only beats many delivery spots, but is so in-demand that customers can buy frozen versions to take home.

    By Angeline Stratz 3 days ago Read More
  • person preparing to bite into fast food burger

    The Biggest Burger Chain In The US Isn't Worth The Price, According To Customers

    No restaurant or fast food chain has been safe from inflation in the last decade, but this one is under particular scrutiny from customers for atypical prices.

    By Matthew Spina 4 days ago Read More
  • McDonald's Filet-O-Fish sandwich with box

    The Giant Company Behind McDonald's Fish (Supplying 15 Million Pounds Per Year)

    Being a supplier for McDonald's is no small feat, and this company has been a stronghold behind the fast food giant for years, especially for Filet-O-Fish fans.

    By Wendy Leigh 4 days ago Read More
  • six unwrapped burgers on marble countertop

    I Tried 7 Smash Burgers From Popular Chains And Ranked Them Worst To Best

    Chains are jumping on the smash burger trend left and right, but which one does it the best? We sampled seven options and ranked them from worst to best.

    By Katie Mach 4 days ago Read More
  • Mound of chicken salad with vegetables and mayonnaise garnished with capers

    Skip This Buc-Ee's Chicken Salad And Scoop It Up At A Traditional Deli Instead

    One big flop at Buc-ee's is the Southern chain's chicken salad, which is so disappointing that almost any deli version will satisfy you more.

    By Angeline Stratz 4 days ago Read More
  • An Egg McMuffin with ham visible under the English muffin, on top of the egg, sitting on the yellow paper wrapper next to the label which reads Egg McMuffin

    The Genius Egg McMuffin Ordering Trick That Makes McDonald's Breakfast 10X Better

    Take your McDonald's breakfast to the next level by giving your Egg McMuffin a big flavor boost with this simple but impactful ordering trick.

    By Ian Fortey 5 days ago Read More
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