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  • Cooks at a fast food restaurant preparing hamburgers

    10 Chain Restaurant Dishes That Come Highly Recommended By Employees

    If you need some inspiration on what dishes to get at chain restaurants, we found some employee-backed items worth buying.

    By Ayomari 3 hours ago Read More
  • person eating at restaurant

    Avoid Dining Out On This Day (And At This Time) If You Want The Best Experience

    Dining out costs money and time, and you deserve to have the best experience — which means you should avoid certain days and times to prevent disappointment.

    By Sara Klimek 20 hours ago Read More
  • plate of mac and cheese

    This Fan-Favorite Chain Restaurant Makes The Worst Macaroni And Cheese

    You'll be shocked to find out which chain restaurant serves up the worst mac and cheese because it comes from a longtime fan-favorite restaurant.

    By Deb Kavis 22 hours ago Read More
  • Red booth in Amtrak dining car with white tablecloth and four place settings.

    Are Amtrak's Dining Car Meals As Luxurious As They Sound?

    When most of us picture a train's dining car, it just feels luxurious. Our writer rode from Chicago to Seattle to test out Amtrak's meal options.

    By Sarah Blumert 23 hours ago Read More
  • Cheeseburger sliders

    The Outback Steakhouse Sister Chain You Can Only Visit In One US State

    Outback Steakhouse has a little-known sister chain that's only found in one U.S. state, yet exploring its menu may be challenging with only two locations.

    By Wendy Leigh 2 days ago Read More
  • Close-up of Olive Garden-style breadsticks

    Why Olive Garden Customers Complain About The Breadsticks, Despite Their Popularity

    Olive Garden built its reputation on its breadsticks, but did a recipe change diminish the item's legendary status? We look into it!

    By Autumn Swiers 3 days ago Read More
  • Couple enjoying dinner at an Italian restaurant

    9 Popular Italian Chains That Serve Huge Portions In 2026

    Italian cuisine has a reputation for being full of big flavors, and bigger portions. These Italian restaurant chains are keeping customers well fed in 2026

    By Blair Gallacher 3 days ago Read More
  • The interior of a Cheesecake Factory restaurant with dramatic hanging glass lamps and a large artwork on a wall

    Why Cheesecake Factory's Interior Design Feels So Unusual

    Most restaurants get their decor's inspiration from a single country or era, giving them a coherent look and feel. Then there's The Cheesecake Factory.

    By Rebecca Treon 4 days ago Read More
  • Olive Garden exterior

    Are Olive Garden's Famous Breadsticks Frozen?

    Sitting down at Olive Garden and taking the first bite of those delectable breadsticks is a feeling unlike any other -- but are those breadsticks made fresh?

    By Javaria Akbar 4 days ago Read More
  • Partially sliced medium rare grilled ribeye steak on wooden board next to rosemary sprig and yellow peppers

    The Major Steakhouse Chain With The Cheapest Ribeye On The Menu

    The ribeye steak is often one of the most expensive cuts of meat you can order at your local steakhouse, but is that still true at a chain restaurant?

    By Angeline Stratz 6 days ago Read More
  • Various plated LongHorn Steakhousesteaks and sides on a table

    What's The Biggest Steak You Can Order At LongHorn Steakhouse?

    If size is a priority when you're ordering juicy steaks at a steakhouse, then this is the option to pick at LongHorn, but other places do serve bigger versions.

    By Jaimie Mackey 6 days ago Read More
  • South of the Border interior with a sombrero-shaped umbrella holder

    This Southeastern Highway Pit Stop Has Been Around Since 1949 — Long Before Buc-Ee's

    Decades before Buc-ee's began to take Texas by storm, one roadside attraction grabbed the attention of those driving along the American Southeast.

    By Matthew Spina 6 days ago Read More
  • Young couple smiling and sipping smoothies from plastic cups

    7 Popular Smoothie Chains, Ranked Worst To Best

    If you're looking to grab a smoothie, there are plenty of popular chains serving them up across the U.S. We've ranked them from worst to best.

    By Sierra Winters 6 days ago Read More
  • plate of food from Katie's Kitchen in Ronks, Pennsylvania

    This Pennsylvania Amish Diner's Homestyle Meals Are Worth The Drive

    This family-run Amish restaurant serves up home-spun hearty meals that locals and visitors rave about online, saying it's tasty food and a welcoming atmosphere.

    By Michelle Welsch 6 days ago Read More
  • chef Bobby Flay at an event

    Does Bobby Flay Ever Cook At Any Of His Own Restaurants?

    Fans may wonder if Bobby Flay cooks at any of his currently operating restaurants.

    By Ashley Chalmers 6 days ago Read More
  • Exterior of the Little A'Le'Inn in Rachel, Nevada

    The Quirkiest Restaurant In Every State

    The most unique restaurants across the U.S. are overflowing with personality, with each embracing quirkiness as a badge of honor, from the decor to the menu.

    By DB Kelly 7 days ago Read More
  • Texas Roadhouse restaurant sign on a freeway

    6 Things Texas Roadhouse Employees Know That Diners Don't

    Texas Roadhouse is known for its steaks, rolls, and enthusiastic employees. However, there is a lot those employees know that customers don't.

    By Charlotte Pointing 7 days ago Read More
  • Dubai Chocolate Milkshake

    Think The Dubai Chocolate Craze Has Run Its Course? IHOP Would Like A Word...

    The Dubai chocolate craze has hit IHOP. We tried its new Dubai Chocolate Shake, and here's what we thought of it.

    By Michael Palan 7 days ago Read More
  • Stacked boxes of Carvel ice cream cake

    The Classic Carvel Commercial You Haven't Seen Since The '80s

    Carvel is still going strong, selling ice cream cakes and sandwiches, and lashings of soft serve deliciousness all over the US, but do you remember this ad?

    By Courtney Iseman 8 days ago Read More
  • Celebrity chef Gordon RamsayRestaurant sign outside Sushi Ko in Thousand Oaks

    Kitchen Nightmares: Whatever Happened To Sushi Ko?

    Kitchen Nightmares seemed to help Sushi Ko get back on track after debt, declining customers, and major kitchen problems. Here's what happened next.

    By Will Godfrey 8 days ago Read More
  • Person playing peg game at table

    Why Every Cracker Barrel Table Has A Peg Game

    A trip to Cracker Barrel wouldn't be complete without a round of the peg game while you wait on your food. But do you know the story behind the iconic game?

    By Courtney Iseman 8 days ago Read More
  • plate of mac and cheese

    Costco's Mac And Cheese Completely Outshines Panera's In One Key Category

    Costco and Panera are two popular choices for mac and cheese. But when comparing each, Costco outshines Panera in one key way.

    By Deb Kavis 8 days ago Read More
  • The Capital Burger cheeseburger with fries

    Cheeseburger, But Make It Fancy: Olive Garden's Sister Chain Will Have You Skipping The Drive-Thru

    An offshoot of The Capital Grille, and a sister chain of Olive Garden, this burger joint is an elevated take on the classic American sandwich.

    By Deb Kavis 9 days ago Read More
  • a plate of spaghetti and meatballs

    For The Best Spaghetti And Meatballs, Try The Cheesecake Factory's Sister Chain

    If you're craving a comforting bowl of spaghetti and meatballs prepared by chefs, look no further than North Italia, a sister chain to The Cheesecake Factory.

    By Julia Holland 9 days ago Read More
  • Civil War reenactor on horseback

    9 Bars And Restaurants With A Connection To The US Civil War

    Up and down the East Coast, you'll also find bars and restaurants dating back to the Civil War that preserve some pretty incredible stories within their walls.

    By DB Kelly 9 days ago Read More
  • Jimmy John's and Jersey Mike's italian subs unwrapped on white plate with wood background

    Jimmy John's Vs Jersey Mike's: Which Chain Makes The Best Italian Sub?

    We wanted to see how the Italian sub at Jimmy John's stacked up against Jersey Mike's. We tried both to find out which has the best flavors and textures.

    By Katie Mach 9 days ago Read More
  • inside a restaurant

    You Probably Ate Here In The '80s, But Would Be Lucky To Find This Irish Pub Chain Today

    This Irish-American pub chain has faded since its '80s peak, but it is embarking on a revival at home and abroad, offering hearty food and warm nostalgia.

    By Rebecca Treon 9 days ago Read More
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