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  • Salad and other dishes on the counter in the Cheesecake Factory kitchen

    This Massive Restaurant Chain Is Said To Be The Ultimate Training Ground For Working In A Michelin-Starred Kitchen

    Working at a restaurant with a Michelin star requires expert skill and attention to detail that some say working at this casual restaurant chain will teach.

    By Sarah Blumert 22 hours ago Read More
  • Dining outside at Outback Steakhouse

    10 Common Customer Complaints About Outback Steakhouse

    Unfortunately, Outback Steakhouse is not what it once was. Customers have a lot of gripes about the chain, including wait times and food quality.

    By Amy Bell 1 day ago Read More
  • Customers waiting inside a Texas Roadhouse

    The 10 Biggest Changes Texas Roadhouse Has Made Since Opening In 1993

    Texas Roadhouse has been around for over 30 years. From in-restaurant health updates to larger philanthropic efforts, here's all that's new from the steakhouse.

    By Kevin Haggerty 1 day ago Read More
  • closed up of fish filet over rice served on white plate at Flavor Hills in Raleigh, North Carolina

    A Beloved Southern Restaurant Chain Abruptly Closes All Of Its Locations

    Despite significant growth over the last decade, a steady decline in restaurant traffic has led to the closure of a favorite, Black-owned, Southern chain.

    By Matthew Spina 2 days ago Read More
  • Bowls of Olive Garden spaghetti and meatball pasta on a table.

    How Much Olive Garden Pasta You Need To Eat To Justify The $500 Lifetime Pass

    Olive Garden's 2019 Lifetime Pasta Pass was one of the best deals in casual dining. Here's how much winners had to eat to make up for the steep price tag.

    By Matthew Spina 2 days ago Read More
  • Texas Roadhouse restaurant at The Galleria mall

    The 8 Best Texas Roadhouse Entrees Under $20

    Looking for a delicious meal at Texas Roadhouse that won't break the bank? These eight entrees are guaranteed to satisfy, and won't cost you more than $20.

    By Carmen Varner 2 days ago Read More
  • Orders of Culver's cheese fries and Butter Burger

    10 Frequent Complaints Customers Make About Culver's

    Culver's has a lot going for it, but that doesn't mean it doesn't have some customer complaints. People are frustrated with prices, certain dishes, and more.

    By Amy Bell 2 days ago Read More
  • A Jersey Mike's combo meal, including an unwrapped Italian sub sandwich next to a branded drink cup next to a Jersey Mike's bag and wrapping paper

    How To Recreate Jersey Mike's Iconic Italian Sub At Home (For Cheaper)

    You don't have to fork over a ton to get your hands on a copycat version of Jersey Mike's Original Italian. Here's how to make this iconic sandwich at home.

    By Sean Bell 2 days ago Read More
  • Someone placing a large thin crust pepperoni pizza into an oven

    The Take 'N' Bake Pizza Chain With High-Quality Mozzarella And Butcher-Style Meats

    For a more home-baked style of pizza, this chain will prep your pie using good ingredients, and then you take the pizza away to cook in your oven.

    By Holly Tishfield 3 days ago Read More
  • Olive Garden breadsticks in basket

    Not Olive Garden: This Other Italian Chain Has The Actual Best Breadsticks

    An expert from Tasting Table recently tried a variety of chain restaurant breadsticks, and their top pick was a somewhat surprising one.

    By Martha Brennan 3 days ago Read More
  • The exterior sign of a Cracker Barrel location

    6 Frequent Customer Complaints About Cracker Barrel

    Cracker Barrel has been struggling. And if customers reviews are any indication, things really aren't looking up. Here are some of the biggest grievances.

    By Ayomari 3 days ago Read More
  • Thin crust meat lovers pizza

    The 5 Biggest Pizza Trends Of 2026 (So Far)

    Pizza consumption may be on the decline, but that doesn't mean there aren't some delicious trends worth giving a try in 2026.

    By Matthew Spina 3 days ago Read More
  • A stacked Italian sub with deli meats, lettuce and tomato on a baguette surrounded by salt flakes and peppercorns.

    Level Up Your Italian Subs By Adding This Sweet And Savory Deli Meat

    It’s hard to mess up an Italian sub, but finding the right meat and cheese combination can be tricky. Next time, try this sweet twist.

    By Martha Brennan 3 days ago Read More
  • Panera Bread Sandwich on a plate.

    5 Ordering Tips To Get The Best Panera Bread Sandwiches

    Panera is known for its sandwiches, but these simple upgrades can take your favorite lunch to the next level with a few changes.

    By Josie Dlugosz 3 days ago Read More
  • Martha Stewart smiling

    The Famous California Restaurant Martha Stewart Once Adored Is Famous For Its Bread

    Places that make good bread are worth seeking out, and Martha Stewart has raved about this longstanding cafe and bakery that makes rustic breads and cakes.

    By Stephanie Maida 3 days ago Read More
  • A submarine sandwich sitting on a wooden plank

    9 Sandwich Chains That Make Or Bake Their Bread In-House

    Looking for a sandwich chain that makes its bread in-house? Here are nine different brands that pride themselves on freshly baked or parbaked bread.

    By Melissa Lemieux 3 days ago Read More
  • Cracker Barrel's breakfast items on a wooden table with a tiny bottle of maple syrup in the background

    4 Ordering Tips To Get A Better Breakfast At Cracker Barrel

    If you want the best breakfast for your buck (and your tastebuds) at Cracker Barrel, look no further than these four simple ordering hacks.

    By Melissa Lemieux 4 days ago Read More
  • burger served at Wahlburgers

    Why Wahlburgers Keeps Government Cheese On Its Burgers

    Wahlburgers sells burgers and other menu items that are made with 'government cheese.' What is it, and why does the chain call the cheese that?

    By Michelle Welsch 4 days ago Read More
  • A rainbow-colored line up of ice cream cones are

    The Most Popular Ice Cream Chain In The US Isn't Dairy Queen Or Cold Stone Creamery

    America loves its ice cream in all flavors, sizes, and special styles. But you may be surprised to learn which chain is most popular. Here's the scoop.

    By Melissa Lemieux 4 days ago Read More
  • Two Ice Cream Cakes overhead

    Dairy Queen Vs Cold Stone: Which Chain Has The Best Ice Cream Cake?

    We tested ice cream cakes from Cold Stone Creamery and Dairy Queen. Next time you need a fun layered cake, you'll know which brand to choose.

    By Kyle Grace Trinidad 4 days ago Read More
  • exterior of a Cheesecake Factory restaurant

    These Are Cheesecake Factory's 5 Best New Items Of 2026, So Far

    The Cheesecake Factory's menu features 250 items, but it's known to switch them out for new dishes once or twice a year — and here's the best of 2026 so far.

    By Angeline Stratz 5 days ago Read More
  • An Olive Garden restaurant store front

    Olive Garden Employees Can't Stand These 11 Customer Habits

    Here, we take a look at some of our bad habits at our favorite Italian chain — and we probably don’t even realize we’re annoying our servers to no end.

    By Charlotte Pointing 6 days ago Read More
  • Mexican street tacos with carne asada on corn tortillas beside lime slices

    The Best New LA Taco Spot In 2026, According To A Local Expert

    For those in Los Angeles looking for the next great taco spot, one local expert believes that this new operation is everything you could need.

    By Amanda Berrill 6 days ago Read More
  • close up of Olive Garden breadsticks in basket

    The 3 Toppings That Make Olive Garden Breadsticks Taste So Good

    There's nothing quite more beloved at Olive Garden than its endless breadsticks, but what exactly makes them so good? It comes down to just three ingredients.

    By Deb Kavis 7 days ago Read More
  • people eating variety of food

    22 Restaurants You Probably Didn't Realize Were Sister Chains

    Though you might not know it, many restaurants are actually owned by the same parent companies. Find out which familiar favorites are sister brands.

    By Matthew Spina 7 days ago Read More
  • Small avocado toast bites from Cheesecake Factory

    The Major Reasons Chain Restaurant Portion Sizes Are Shrinking In 2026

    If you dine out frequently, you've likely noticed menus are beginning to feature smaller portion options. Here's why that industry shift is happening.

    By Matthew Spina 7 days ago Read More
  • Compsite of five breakfast dishes with the Cracker Barrel logo and a mountain range in the background

    9 Popular Cracker Barrel Breakfast Menu Items, Ranked

    With countless classic dishes to choose from, you might be overwhelmed by the Cracker Barrel breakfast menu. So we tried and ranked nine of them.

    By Hunter Wren Miele 7 days ago Read More
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