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  • 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 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months ago Read More
  • A Firehouse Sub sign behind a sandwich with toothpicks

    The Firehouse Subs Sandwich We'd Think Twice About Ordering

    For every winner Firehouse produces, there is also a sub that misses the mark, and for us, that was this spicy option.

    By Ian Fortey 2 months ago Read More
  • Dave's Hot Chicken meals with fries, coleslaw and pickles

    The Dave's Hot Chicken Side Dish That Gives Us Mixed Emotions

    There's one side dish menu item at Dave's Hot Chicken that's totally hit or miss. Don't say we didn't warn you if you decide to order this option.

    By Autumn Swiers 2 months ago Read More
  • Firehouse Subs sandwich

    Firehouse Subs Is Known For Sandwiches — But Its First Order Wasn't One

    Chances are you go to Firehouse Subs when you're looking for a sandwich piled high with cold cuts. You'd be surprised to learn what they first sold.

    By Julia Holland 2 months ago Read More
  • Chicken tenders on a tray beside fries and ketchup

    The Old-School Chicken Finger Chain That Inspired Raising Cane's And Zaxby's

    Before Raising Cane's, Zaxby's, or Popeyes, there was a chain that prided itself on serving on the tastiest strips of breaded and fried chicken.

    By Holly Tishfield 2 months ago Read More
  • Two sealed packets and one open packet of Hidden Valley Diablo Ranch with chicken nuggets in a box

    Taco Bell's New Hidden Valley Diablo Ranch Is The Creamy, Spicy Dip Your Nuggets Need

    Taco Bell is at it again, this time with a new collab featuring America's most popular ranch dressing makers. Read our opinion on the taste of this spicy sauce.

    By Hunter Wren Miele 2 months ago Read More
  • McDonald's Filet-O-Fish sandwich on top of a box

    This Discontinued McDonald's Filet-O-Fish Featured An Iconic Seasoning

    Back in February 2015, McDonald's rolled out a limited-edition Filet-O-Fish with a special tartar sauce.

    By Sandra Song 2 months ago Read More
  • A dining room area with neon yellow cabinets and purple chairs

    The Iconic Design From '90s Fast Food That People Want In Their Dining Rooms Now

    While parachute pants and frosted tips might be better off left in the past, plenty of '90s kids will admit that it was a peak era for snacks, toys, and decor.

    By Holly Tishfield 2 months ago Read More
  • Various fast food items spread out on yellow table

    9 Under $10 Fast Food Meals That Give You The Most Bang For Your Buck

    You don't have to spend a lot to eat out. We compiled some of the best meal deals and offers that you can find at fast food restaurants, all under $10.

    By Samantha Maxwell 2 months ago Read More
  • an overhead view of a plastic bowl of Taco Bell nachos on a stone countertop beside hot sauce packets and other Taco Bell menu items

    Stop Ordering Taco Bell Nachos Without Using This Game-Changing Trick

    Even if you are a fan of the nachos exactly as they appear on the menu, hacking your Taco Bell order can really let you customize it to your tastes.

    By A.J. Forget 2 months ago Read More
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