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  • 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 30 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 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month ago Read More
  • people holding Sheetz milkshakes

    Why Shoppers Are Split On The Sheetz Milkshakes

    While a classic milkshake consists of a combination of milk, ice cream, and added flavor, Sheetz's shakes have another ingredient not all of its customers love.

    By Lindsay Cronin 1 month ago Read More
  • Two McDonald's sandwiches and a Snack Wrap with cups of Hot Honey Sauce

    Review: McDonald's Hot Honey Sauce Will Be The Star Of Your Next McDonald's Order

    If hot honey was a trendy ingredient before, then its acceptance by McDonald's proves that the sauce is here to stay. We review the Mac Shack's new items here.

    By Hunter Wren Miele 1 month ago Read More
  • close up of the Five Guys sign on the wall outside a restaurant

    10 Facts About Five Guys Every Fan Should Know

    Are you a Five Guys superfan? From its long family history to the tradition of extra free fries, there are many fun facts to know about the famous burger chain.

    By Charlotte Pointing 1 month ago Read More
  • chicken sandwich with fries

    The Burger Chain People May Not Go To For Chicken — But Probably Should

    People typically go to burger chains for burgers, but one popular fast food restaurant offers chicken that's not just delicious but ethically obtained too.

    By Julia Holland 1 month ago Read More
  • An array of Popeye's fried chicken options, including sandwiches, in takeout boxes

    How Popeyes' Fried Chicken Is Prepared Before It Hits The Fryer

    Long before the sauce meets the chicken, Popeyes has a prep ritual that sets the stage for that famous crunch. Here’s what happens before it hits the fryer.

    By Dee Lopez 1 month ago Read More
  • Italian sub

    The Worst Italian Sub Comes From This Popular Chain

    This chain's Italian sub just didn't cut it, primarily due to the presence of one ingredient that dominated the rest of the sandwich: roast beef.

    By Josie Dlugosz 1 month ago Read More
  • burger in fast food to-go box

    The American Burger Chain That Ranks Dead Last, According To Reviews

    According to our ranking of American burger chains, that rather ignominious spot is held by this fast food joint.

    By Adam Swierk 1 month ago Read More
  • Close-up of a person holding and eating a burger

    The 10 Best New Fast Food Items Of January 2026

    Fast food is always changing to keep things interesting for customers. Tasting Table has rounded up the most interesting options of 2026.

    By Ian Fortey 1 month ago Read More
  • A Hardee's restaurant with a sign advertising charbroiled thickburgers

    Hardee's Vs Jack In The Box: The Brutal 2007 Feud That Sparked A Lawsuit

    Jack In The Box used to run some pretty aggressive (and funny) TV ads. Here's how one of those ads got them into some hot water with Hardee's.

    By Sean Bell 1 month ago Read More
  • Chick-fil-A waffle fries

    You'll Never Eat Chick-Fil-A Fries The Same Way Again After Trying This Combo

    Why eat those waffle fries plain when you can add a few of Chick-Fil-A's other menu ingredients to the mix for an out-of-this-world viral meal hack?

    By Luna Regina 1 month ago Read More
  • Chick-Fil-A meal with boxes and drink on a table

    The Underrated Chick-Fil-A Dessert That's Definitely Worth Trying

    Once you've finished your Chick-fil-A meal and are craving something sweet, there is another menu option worth trying.

    By Martha Brennan 1 month ago Read More
  • close up of a cup of In-N-Out hot cocoa

    The Iconic California Chocolate Behind In-N-Out's Hot Cocoa

    Nobody goes to In-N-Out expecting to order a gourmet hot chocolate, but the fact there's another iconic California brand behind it just makes sense.

    By Martha Brennan 1 month ago Read More
  • David Chang wearing an apron

    This Country's McDonald's Serves The Best Fried Chicken, According To David Chang

    Want to try the best fried chicken? David Chang says you'll find it when you sample the broad menu of offerings at McDonald's in this country.

    By Matthew Spina 1 month ago Read More
  • person making a sub

    The Must-Order Wawa Hoagie That Looks Gorgeous And Tastes Even Better

    One of our writers sampled over a dozen Wawa hoagies and ranked them so that you know how to best direct your focus during your next visit.

    By Michelle Welsch 1 month ago Read More
  • Whataburger meal on tray with fries and a burger in the background

    Whataburger's Long Lost Chop House Burger Is Easy To Recreate — Here's How To Order It

    It's so heartbreaking when your favorite item leaves the menu. Whataburger fans have found a couple different ways to recreate this beloved burger.

    By Michelle Welsch 1 month ago Read More
  • selection of Del Taco food items

    The Absolute Worst Del Taco Item Is A Flop Of A Dessert

    In our ranking of 19 popular menu items from Del Taco, one of the chain's desserts fell to the bottom of the heap.

    By Autumn Swiers 1 month ago Read More
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