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  • person holding basket of cheese curds

    You May Want To Avoid Ordering Cheese Curds At Dairy Queen. Here's Why

    Dairy Queen's skippable cheese curds "are more of a hit or miss item," and the variable increases even more broadly depending on which DQ location you visit.

    By Autumn Swiers 4 hours ago Read More
  • Shake Shack burger

    What Makes Shake Shack's Cheese Sauce So Irresistible

    Shake Shack may be known for its irresistible burgers, but its cheese sauce is another fan favorite that has people flocking to the fast food chain.

    By Deepak Narayanan 14 hours ago Read More
  • mcdonald's meal with fries

    The McDonald's Cash-Only Rule That Could Catch You Off Guard

    Most people don't carry cash these days. But if you're planning on visiting McDonald's for a late night Big Mac, it's wise to carry some just in case.

    By Ian Fortey 18 hours ago Read More
  • a double cheeseburger next to some fries with a drink out of focus in the background

    The Clever Way Fast Food Chains Trick Our Brains Into Thinking We've Saved Money

    Marketers have many tricks up their sleeves, and the fast food industry makes good use of them. Look out for this one scattered around menus.

    By Ian Fortey 1 day ago Read More
  • frozen hamburger patties next to bun

    The Fast Food Chain That Refuses Microwaves And Freezers Across All Locations

    In order to keep up with huge demand in the fast food industry, a lot of chains cut corners. But there's one that isn't prepared to compromise its quality.

    By Fred Hernandez 2 days ago Read More
  • the front entrance of a sheetz

    Unwritten Rules To Know Before Visiting Sheetz

    Sheetz has more than just gas. Pop inside the beloved convenience store for a plethora of snacks and goodies; just be sure to follow these golden rules.

    By Vanessa Barron 2 days ago Read More
  • Pizza Hut pizza

    Pizza Hut Will Shutter 250 U.S. Locations As Yum Weighs The Brand's Future

    Pizza Hut fans will be sad to learn that 250 locations in the U.S. will be closing in the first quarter of 2026. Here's what you need to know.

    By Matthew Spina 2 days ago Read More
  • mcdonald's meal

    This McDonald's In Ireland Is In One Of The Most Unique Locations In The World

    This McDonald's in Ireland sits inside one of the most unusual locations you'll ever see -- blending fast food with history in this historical building.

    By Matthew Spina 3 days ago Read More
  • A Wendy's Double Cheeseburger extra some fries with a drink in the background on a tray

    Wendy's Launches A New Grocery Item — It's Something You Can't Get At The Restaurant

    Wendy's is always finding ways to tweak its menu. This new item combines two beloved favorites and will only be available in grocery stores.

    By Ian Fortey 3 days ago Read More
  • Arbys meal on tray

    How Arby's Instigated A Years-Long Feud With Vegetarians

    Meat eaters know that Arby's is all about its cold cuts, but vegetarians have a much different view of the fast food chain following years of contention.

    By Ian Fortey 3 days ago Read More
  • Spread of Del Taco soda and various tacos and burritos

    Del Taco Is Bringing Back Affordable Seafood Deals, Just In Time For Lent

    Looking for a taco meat substitute for Lent? Del Taco has you covered with these seafood offerings from February to mid-April.

    By Courtney Iseman 3 days ago Read More
  • KFC meal in boxes

    5 Big Changes You'll See At KFC In 2026

    KFC may be the OG chicken chain but it's starting 2026 with a selection of new offerings to keep up with the new kids on the block and keep its customers happy.

    By Wendy Leigh 4 days ago Read More
  • Buc-ee's workers making sandwiches

    Buc-Ee's Take On An Iconic Southern Breakfast Classic Completely Misses The Mark

    While Buc-ee's has become well-known for some of its snacks and food items, there's one simply not worth trying. Find out what to skip.

    By Lindsay Cronin 4 days ago Read More
  • subway sandwich in wrapper

    The Subway Breakfast Item Worth Ordering Every Time

    Opt for the one item we think is worth ordering the most out of every Subway breakfast menu item.

    By Luna Regina 4 days ago Read More
  • McDonald's cheeseburger

    McDonald's Daily Double Vs McDouble: What Exactly Is The Difference?

    McDonald's offers so many burger options, but how much can they all reasonably vary? Here is the breakdown between these two popular choices.

    By Sandra Song 4 days ago Read More
  • Burger King and McDonald's bags

    What $15 Gets You At Burger King Vs McDonald's In 2026

    With inflation shrinking just how far your dollar will go, it's becoming harder to find a true fast food deal. Here's how McDonald's and Burger King stack up.

    By Matthew Spina 5 days ago Read More
  • robot arm offers a sliced avocado to a human hand

    5 Fast Food Chains Using AI Right Now

    Fast food has always been innovative, but that's become even more apparent with the advent of AI. Which chains use the technology? These five, for starters.

    By A.J. Forget 5 days ago Read More
  • A Taco Bell Mexican Pizza on a wooden countertop with green tiles in the background

    Step Aside Taco Bell, This Dish Is The Real Mexican Pizza

    Long before Taco Bell's Mexican Pizza existed, another topped-tortilla speciality existed in Oaxaca.

    By A.J. Forget 6 days ago Read More
  • Nacho-based dish at Taco Bell in wrapping

    The Taco Bell Off-Menu Item That's Made For Rotel Dip Lovers

    To make your own Rotel dip when dining out at Taco Bell, this is the item you ought to order the next time you think outside the bun.

    By Lindsay Cronin 6 days ago Read More
  • View of Whataburger patty melt, fries, and a drink on a table

    What Makes Whataburger's Patty Melt So Popular

    While you might think a burger would be the move at Whataburger, it's actually the patty melt you should order. Here's why it's so popular among fans.

    By Allie Sivak 6 days ago Read More
  • person opening a packet of honey mustard at McDonald's

    This Store-Bought Find Tastes Just Like McDonald's Honey Mustard

    Per Tasting Table's research, this product is a near-identical store-bought copycat of McDonald's honey mustard.

    By Deb Kavis 6 days ago Read More
  • A bag of ice featuring the golden arches logo sitting on a wooden table

    Buying McDonald's Bags Of Ice Can Be A Money-Saving Move — If You Can Find Them

    McDonald's might not have the most extensive secret menu, but bagged ice is certainly an item worth ordering at available locations. Here's why.

    By Ian Fortey 7 days ago Read More
  • A person holding a burger from a fast food box

    The Hands-Down Best American Burger Chain Is A West Coast Staple

    Which American chain restaurant has the best burger? The most common answer is a West Coast staple with a simple menu of fast food favorites.

    By Luna Regina 7 days ago Read More
  • McDonald's Egg McMuffin combo meal with coffee and hashbrowns

    McDonald's Egg McMuffins Used To Come With These Sweet Condiments

    In 1972, McDonald's iconic Egg McMuffin made its debut on menus in a very different form as a 63-cent open-faced sandwich, served with two sweet condiments.

    By Lindsay Cronin 8 days ago Read More
  • Meatloaf sandwich with waffle frieds on the side

    This Fast Food Chain's Flame-Broiled Meatloaf Sandwich Didn't Even Last A Year Back In The '90s

    A flame-broiled meatloaf sandwich is definitely a unique item compared to those on most fast food menus. Still, it wasn't popular enough to keep serving it.

    By Fred Hernandez 8 days ago Read More
  • cheeseburger and french fries on a black plate with a small metal ramekin of sauce

    An Iconic Burger Chain Abruptly Closes Locations In Several States As Financial Troubles Mount

    Times are tough for chain restaurants, including this spot known for burgers and bottomless fries as it shuttered multiple locations without notice.

    By A.J. Forget 9 days ago Read More
  • Applebees storefront

    Too Cheesy To Ignore: The Popular Japanese Burger Behind Applebee's Sizzling New Addition

    Applebee's new burger is innovative even for the gluttonous, but its muse was actually a Japanese joint drawing on Western culinary influence and trends.

    By Wendy Leigh 9 days ago Read More
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