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  • Salted soft pretzels in a basket lined with blue and white checkered paper

    Before Auntie Anne's, This Mall Pretzel Chain Was A Must-Visit

    Pretzel chains are the pinnacle of mall dining, and this classic brand surpasses even the traditional buttery Auntie Anne's that have become the modern staple.

    By Ian Fortey 3 months ago Read More
  • 1950s vintage McDonald's.

    The Vintage Fast Food Memorabilia That's Valuable To Collectors (It's Not A Toy)

    Fast food restaurants once gave away these simple tools for free, but today, they're vintage collectibles that have become more valuable with time.

    By Wendy Leigh 3 months ago Read More
  • Various fast food meals on a white background

    This Beloved Fast Food Item Was Discontinued, And Fans Were Told To Make It Themselves

    Fast food chains often discontinue menu items, but it's not every day that one does what this chain did by releasing the full recipe of a beloved favorite.

    By Luna Regina 3 months ago Read More
  • someone at McDonald's picking up a fry with two sandwiches and three drinks

    The Iconic McDonald's Menu Item To Avoid Ordering — It's Not Worth The Price Anymore

    In Tasting Table's roundup of nine overpriced fast food items to avoid ordering, this meal from McDonald's made the list with room to spare.

    By Autumn Swiers 3 months ago Read More
  • Plates of hotdogs, fries, chicken wings and tenders

    The Old-School Trend We Wish Fast Food Chains Would Bring Back

    Trends come and go in the fast food industry, but there are always those that diners wish had never left. This one was a staple of the '90s that should return.

    By Deepak N 3 months ago Read More
  • Subway Footlong Chocolate Chip Cookies

    The Subway Footlong Cookies We Never Saw On Nationwide Menus

    Subway ventured into uncharted waters with the reveal of the footlong cookie -- but before the official launch, the chain tested four unique flavors in Miami.

    By Matthew Spina 3 months ago Read More
  • food from popeyes

    Do Yourself A Favor And Avoid Ordering This Seafood Item From Popeyes

    Popeyes has many delicious fast food items on its menu, but you should really do yourself a favor and avoid ordering this menu item from the restaurant.

    By Julia Holland 3 months ago Read More
  • 8 different fast-food fall desserts.

    8 Fast-Food Fall Desserts Of 2025, Ranked

    Fall is here, and 2025's seasonal fast-food desserts range from classic flavors like pumpkin pie to spooky Halloween treats. These are our favorites!

    By Megan Hageman 3 months ago Read More
  • people eating Mexican food

    The Top 2 Mexican Chain Restaurants In The US Have Thousands Of Locations More Than The Rest

    Mexican food has seen a rise to prominence in the United States over the past decade, which is highlighted by the growth of these two popular chain restaurants.

    By Matthew Spina 3 months ago Read More
  • Anthony Bourdain smiling in t-shirt with black button up

    The Popular Fast Food Chain Anthony Bourdain Ate Daily When Filming His Cajun Episode Of Parts Unknown

    Anthony Bourdain loved In-N-Out burgers in Los Angeles, once saying it was his favorite restaurant in the city. What's his other well-loved fast food joint?

    By Matthew Spina 3 months ago Read More
  • Cheeseburger on white plate with lettuce onions and peppers

    This Beloved LA Burger Joint Has Dozens Of Copycats — And Doesn't Seem To Mind

    Los Angeles is known for its regional fast food chains, but there's one that has spawned a host of copycats without much care at all.

    By Michelle Welsch 3 months ago Read More
  • McDonald's breakfast featuring a coffee, hashbrowns and a sandwich

    Chicago Customer Calls Out McDonald's For Not Serving This New Breakfast Item

    How many times have you gotten your hopes up for a delicious new fast food item, only to find out it's not available in your area?

    By Ian Fortey 3 months ago Read More
  • man grabbing Happy Meal from drive-thru window

    Why The McDonald's Happy Meal Menu Options Don't Include A Cheeseburger Anymore

    Perhaps the biggest change in the history of the McDonald's kids meal was the removal of the cheeseburger as an option -- but, it wasn't without reason.

    By Matthew Spina 3 months ago Read More
  • a red and white wimpy sign hanging outside of a storefront

    Does The Fast Food Chain Wimpy Still Exist?

    In the 1970s, Wimpy's was quite popular — it had 500 locations in the United Kingdom and more than 1,500 worldwide across 39 other countries.

    By Ian Fortey 3 months ago Read More
  • Arby's sign

    Arby's Worst Sandwich Is So Bad It Should Be Removed From The Menu

    Arby's definitely "has the meats," but there is one beefy menu item that we would avoid ordering. Care to wager any guesses?

    By Julia Holland 3 months ago Read More
  • Arby's meal on table

    The Ordering Trick For Getting More Beef For Your Money At Arby's On A Budget

    If you're looking to get more for your money at Arby's, there is one ordering trick you should try. Here is how to get more beef on a budget.

    By Ian Fortey 3 months ago Read More
  • Three In-N-Out Double-Double burgers on one of the restaurant's red trays

    The In-N-Out Patty Melt Hack Beloved By California Locals

    California's favorite In-N-Out ordering hack turns the classic SoCal burger chain's burgers into a patty melt -- but employees aren't as big of fans.

    By Dee Lopez 3 months ago Read More
  • people holding containers of soup at restaurant

    The Worst Fast Food Soup We Tried Is A Watery Mess

    Unfortunately, after sampling over a dozen soups sold at fast food restaurants, one soup was a clear disappointment.

    By Michelle Welsch 3 months ago Read More
  • a meximelt on a napkin atop a purple table

    How To Order The Beloved Taco Bell Meximelt Even When It's Not On The Menu

    Unfortunately, sometime in 2019, Taco Bell removed its Meximelt from the menu permanently. Here's how to hack the menu and order it today.

    By Ian Fortey 3 months ago Read More
  • burgers on tray with fries

    Here's How To Order The Shake Shack Secret Menu Peanut Butter And Bacon SmokeShack

    Peanut butter not only adds an extra creaminess to your meal, but the flavor can complement Shake Shack's Bacon SmokeShack's natural umami flavor profile.

    By Michelle Welsch 3 months ago Read More
  • a wendy's combo with a burger, drinks, fries and chili

    Can You Really Buy A Bucket Of Chili At Wendy's? It Depends

    You can buy a whole bucket of chili. You just need to check your local restaurant to confirm availability.

    By Ian Fortey 3 months ago Read More
  • Two people sitting at a restaurant's outdoor table and eating in Europe

    Rick Steves' 13 Smartest Budget Food Tips For Hungry Travelers

    European travel expert Rick Steves knows all about how to save money while you're balling on a budget during your domestic or international vacation.

    By Charlotte Pointing 3 months ago Read More
  • fast food cheeseburger in white paper

    This Is The Cheapest Fast Food Burger You Can Get Right Now

    Fast food used to mean cheap -- while that's not necessarily the case anymore, there are still a few places you can get a burger on the low.

    By Matthew Spina 3 months ago Read More
  • Chick-Fil-A drink cup

    The Chicken In The Chick-Fil-A Logo Looked A Lot Different In The Early '60s

    The iconic Chick-fil-A logo that we all know today didn't come without experimentation. In fact, the company's logo from the 1960s vastly differs from today's.

    By Autumn Swiers 3 months ago Read More
  • Foodie holding a McDonald's Happy Meal box

    Why McDonald's Discontinued Its Beloved McDonaldland Cookies

    Over the past few decades, we have seen many items come and go from the McDonald's menu -- including the once-beloved McDonaldland cookies. Here's why it left.

    By Autumn Swiers 3 months ago Read More
  • Arby's location in LA

    The Best Arby's Sandwich On The Menu Is An Elevated Classic

    When ranking Arby's sandwiches from worst to best, we were somewhat shocked to discover that their classic roast beef was pipped to the post by something else.

    By Julia Holland 3 months ago Read More
  • In-N-Out  burger combo

    Looking For An In-N-Out Burger Spread Dupe? Trader Joe's Has You Covered

    In-N-Out burgers are, in part, famous for their delicious signature spread, but how can you have this sauce at home? Trader Joe's has the answer.

    By Deb Kavis 3 months ago Read More
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