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  • McDonald's Quarter Pounder with Cheese aside the Chili's Big QP burger

    I Tried Chili's And McDonald's Quarter Pound Burgers, This Gives You More Bang For Your Buck

    The McDonald's Quarter Pounder with Cheese may be an icon, but how does it stand up to Chili's Big QP? We tried both to see which one offers a better value.

    By Robin Miller 45 min ago Read More
  • Selection of Taco Bell items including a double decker taco, a cheesy potato bowl, a potato taco, a layered burrito, and more

    The Worst Taco Bell Burrito On The Menu Is Lacking Freshness

    Taco Bell's menu contains no shortage of burritos to choose from, but there's one that just isn't worth ordering. Find out which one to skip.

    By Ian Fortey 4 hours ago Read More
  • View over the shoulder of a person holding a sad-looking sandwich

    5 Popular Sandwich Chains That Aren't Worth The Money

    Versatile, satisfying, and portable, is there a more perfect food than a sandwich? It seems like a tough format to ruin -- but there is a way.

    By DB Kelly 6 hours ago Read More
  • A Baconator on a white food safe wrapper

    These 5 Easy Tweaks Make Wendy's Baconator Taste More Premium

    Wendy's Baconator is easily one of the biggest burgers in all of fast food, but it can be better. Here are a few tips to really spice things up.

    By Ian Fortey 6 hours ago Read More
  • Chipotle menu items on table

    The Hands-Down Best Meatless Chipotle Item Is A Sofritas-Stuffed Gem

    Chipotle offers a selection of meatless items, but if you're looking for the best option on the menu, you'll want to try a Sofritas-stuffed concoction.

    By Michelle Welsch 15 hours ago Read More
  • Three chili cheese dogs on a board

    The Old-School '70s Fast Food Chain You Won't See Past Mississippi's Border

    One of the best things about taking a road trip is visiting some regional fast food chains. Grab a chili burger and frosty root beer at this one.

    By Luna Regina 17 hours ago Read More
  • Five Guys cup with red logo on table next to cup of fries and two burgers wrapped in foil

    Five Guys Is Shuttering Doors In These California Cities

    Adios California! Five Guys plans to shut down several locations this summer. Here's what you should know about the upcoming closures.

    By Angeline Stratz 18 hours ago Read More
  • McDonald's meal

    Here's What Share Of US McDonald's Locations Are Franchisee-Owned

    If you've ever wondered how many McDonald's locations are owned by the company itself or franchisees, here's what you should know.

    By Matthew Spina 19 hours ago Read More
  • In-N-Out double-double burger with animal style fries on red tray

    Get The Best In-N-Out Burger Using These 5 Ordering Tips

    It seems like everyone on the West Coast loves In-N-Out Burger, and for good reason. Level up your order at the fast food restaurant with these ordering tips.

    By Angeline Stratz 19 hours ago Read More
  • A restaurant with fireplace and soda machines

    The Fast Food Restaurant You Can't Find Outside Of Alaska Serves Burgers Next To A Cozy Fireplace

    A lot of fast food chains have written off Alaska and don't have any locations there. Luckily, in Anchorage, there's a great homegrown burger joint.

    By Luna Regina 23 hours ago Read More
  • Shake Shack burger box

    The Drive-Thru Trick Shake Shack Uses So Your Food Tastes Extra Fresh

    Shake Shack’s drive-thru approach is designed to keep food tasting fresher and more flavorful so that it aligns with the chain's quality standards.

    By Laura Oakley 1 day ago Read More
  • A freestanding Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen location

    How Much Money Does A Popeyes Franchise Owner Really Make?

    Many fast food companies rely on franchisees to operate stores. We broke down the requirements to own a Popeyes, as well as the possible rewards.

    By James Hastings 1 day ago Read More
  • McDonald's sausage and egg McMuffin next to a biscuit, with hash browns on the side and a McCafe coffee in the background

    This Is How Far $5 Could Take You With The McDonald's Breakfast Menu In The '80s

    Back in the 1980s, $5 could take you much further at McDonald's than it ever could today. Here is a peak at how inexpensive fast food breakfast used to be.

    By Ian Fortey 2 days ago Read More
  • McDonald's breakfast menu items on a tray

    McDonald's Big Breakfast Becomes 2 Meals For The Price Of One With This Simple Move

    For even more breakfast savings at McDonald's, give this two-for-the-price-of-one hack a try the next time you order at the drive-thru.

    By Allison Forsyth 2 days ago Read More
  • DoorDash delivery worker walking their bike along the sidewalk

    DoorDash Drivers Hate Picking Up Food From These 10 Chains

    The next time you order takeout on DoorDash, you might want to think twice. There are several popular chains that Dashers absolutely hate picking up from.

    By Charlotte Pointing 2 days ago Read More
  • Hand drizzling bottle of sauce over chicken wrap

    This California Chicken Chain Stands Out For Its Sauce, According To Customers

    Sauce can make or break a meal. When it comes to this chicken chain, though, fans agree that you're in good hands.

    By Michelle Welsch 2 days ago Read More
  • Hand reaching for fries from tray filled with McDonald's items

    We're Begging For This McDonald's Burger To Return To The US

    McDonald's fans know the heartache that comes with missing an item that's no longer on the menu, such is the case for this burger that's only available abroad.

    By Fred Hernandez 2 days ago Read More
  • mcdonald's filet o fish sandwich in box

    This Old-School Filet-O-Fish Ad Proves Why It's Been Such A Hit Since The '70s

    When it comes to fast food fish sandwiches, the Filet-O-Fish is the innovator that started it all. This ad shows one key reason for its popularity.

    By Lindsey Reynolds 2 days ago Read More
  • Burger King whopper meal with drink

    McDonald's Tried To Beat The Whopper With This Burger, But It Clearly Was No Match

    The Burger Wars between McDonald's and Burger King have been raging for decades. McD's took a big swing with this burger, and it missed.

    By Ian Fortey 3 days ago Read More
  • A top down view of a Burger King combo meal with nuggets, fries, strips, and shake

    The 9 Biggest Fast Food Item Complaints Customers Have In 2026 (So Far)

    Even though the year is less than halfway through, fast food customers have had plenty of complaints about numerous menu items from different chains in 2026.

    By Charlotte Pointing 3 days ago Read More
  • A Subway sandwich on a tray next to a soda cup

    What Happened To Subway's $5 Footlong Deal?

    The quiet disappearance of Subway's $5 Footlong deal is no surprise to anyone aware of the fast-sandwich-chain's past, or any of its franchisees.

    By Dee Lopez 3 days ago Read More
  • Top view of In-N-Out food items

    14 Popular In-N-Out Secret Menu Items, Ranked

    Some items on In-N-Out's extensive secret menu are less secret than others. We've ranked some of the most popular, from cheeseburgers to drinks.

    By Carmen Varner 3 days ago Read More
  • In-N-Out meal with burger fries and drink

    The 4 US States Where In-N-Out Food Trucks Can Cater Your Party

    In-N-Out has become the most popular late-night snack at events — if you're lucky enough to be in one of the four states where their food trucks operate.

    By Amanda Berrill 3 days ago Read More
  • In-N-Out burger fries and drink

    In-N-Out Sued This Small Burger Chain — Now It's 'Nameless'

    Some think that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery — In-N-Out disagrees. Hence, why the burger chain took action against a copycat from Down Under.

    By Luna Christina Lupus 3 days ago Read More
  • In-N-Out burgers in takeout box

    Are In-N-Out Burgers A Victim Of Shrinkflation? Some Customers Think So

    Shrinkflation affects many parts of our lives, and now even fast food may be feeling the burn. Here's what customers have to say about In-N-Out burgers.

    By Fred Hernandez 4 days ago Read More
  • Close-up of a Philly cheesesteak

    This Philly Cheesesteak Chain Brought Authentic Italian-American Sandwiches To The West Coast In The '90s

    For this cheesesteak chain, introducing East Coast flavors to West Coast dwellers was a major feat that proved successful, standing the test of time.

    By Holly Tishfield 4 days ago Read More
  • Burger patties grilling on an open flame

    The Difference Between Burger King And Habit Char-Broiled Burgers

    Char-broiling imparts a signature smoky taste and aroma, which these chains are known for. Still, their methods differ and offer unique burgers.

    By Holly Tishfield 4 days ago Read More
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