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  • Photo of Pizza Hut, Dairy Queen, and Krispy Kreme food

    You Probably Didn't Know These Fast Food Chains Are Guinness World Record Holders

    Some of our favorite fast food chains made history by earning some of the largest - and smallest - titles awarded by Guinness World Records.

    By Hayley Verdeyen 14 hours ago Read More
  • closeup of mcdonald's filet-o-fish sandwich

    How Much Protein Is In McDonald's Filet-O-Fish Sandwich?

    Protein is an integral nutrient in our diets, but it can be hard to get enough. If you're stopping at McDonald's for protein, consider the Filet-O-Fish.

    By Marco Sumayao 15 hours ago Read More
  • McDonald's Filet-O-Fish

    How Long Does A Filet-O-Fish Sandwich From McDonald's Last After You've Ordered It?

    If for any reason you'd like to save that Filet-O-Fish for later, here's how long it will last and the best way to store it till you're ready to dig in.

    By Julia Mullaney 17 hours ago Read More
  • Bucket of KFC chicken

    How To Make Sure You Get Fresh Fried Chicken From KFC Every Time

    If you want to ensure your KFC fried chicken has just been cooked, here's how you can make sure you're getting chicken that's basically made to order.

    By Julia Mullaney 23 hours ago Read More
  • McCafe coffee to-go cup from McDonald's

    Can You Use A Reusable Coffee Cup At McDonald's?

    If you want to make your fast food meal a little more sustainable, you might consider bringing a reusable cup to McDonald's. Here's what to know.

    By Ashlen Wilder 24 hours ago Read More
  • Wendy's burger combo meal

    The Only 2 States Where You Can Buy Wendy's Beef In Grocery Stores

    Wendy's is famous for its "always fresh, never frozen" square beef patties. Now you can buy your own Wendy's patties, but only in these two states.

    By Julia Mullaney 1 day ago Read More
  • McDonald's interior at Piazza Di Spagna

    Where To Find The World's Fanciest McDonald's For An Experience Of A Lifetime

    For fans of the Golden Arches who consider themselves fast food connoisseurs, a trip to the fanciest McDonald's in the world is a must. Here's what to know.

    By Eloise Rollins-Fife 1 day ago Read More
  • McDonald's vanilla cone

    Does McDonald's Offer Ice Cream During Breakfast Hours?

    McDonald's is a favorite quick-and-easy breakfast for many, but can you also get ice cream at the same time? Here's everything you need to know.

    By Jackson Williams 1 day ago Read More
  • rows of shiny hot dogs on a roller grill

    Why Gas Station Hot Dogs Have A Risky Reputation (And Why They Deserve It)

    Those brave enough to risk eating a gas station hot dog might regret their decision. Here's why the gas station hot dog has a deservedly poor reputation.

    By Sean Pagnotti 1 day ago Read More
  • Collage of plum sauce packet, hot dog stuffed crust pizza, and fried mac and cheese bites against orange textured background

    20 Discontinued Fast Food Items We're Dying For These Chains To Bring Back

    The ever-changing menus of fast food restaurants are bound to leave some gems behind. These 20 lost-but-not-forgotten items are more than worthy of a comeback.

    By Koko Paranteau 2 days ago Read More
  • Shake Shack milkshakes arranged on table

    Every Milkshake On Shake Shack's Menu, Ranked Worst To Best

    We tasted and ranked every milkshake on the Shake Shack menu, including regular and seasonal flavors. Here are the results, in order from worst to best.

    By Sarah Moore 2 days ago Read More
  • An assortment of Burger King food on counter

    The Strange Time When Burger King Temporarily Retired Its Mascot

    Burger King's decidedly creepy mascot, the King, disappeared for a few years. What happened to the fast food chain's unsettling monarch? We have answers!

    By Tim Forster 2 days ago Read More
  • The exterior of a Chipotle restaurant showing the burrito loading zone signs

    11 Fun Facts About Chipotle You Probably Didn't Know

    From Avocado Academy to how McDonald's aided the rise of Chipotle, we list out some of the most interesting facts about the restaurant chain.

    By Katie Melynn 2 days ago Read More
  • McDonald's Filet-O-Fish

    The Original McDonald's Filet-O-Fish Was Made With A Completely Different Fish

    The McDonald’s Filet-O-Fish might be the most popular fast food fish sandwich in history. But when it first launched, it tasted very different.

    By Amelie Maurice-Jones 3 days ago Read More
  • mcdonald's fruit and maple oatmeal

    Here's Why You Should Always Avoid Ordering McDonald's Fruit & Maple Oatmeal

    If you're looking for the best breakfast item at McDonald's to enjoy for your morning meal, here's why you shouldn't choose the Fruit & Maple Oatmeal.

    By Marco Sumayao 3 days ago Read More
  • Close up of a lemonade and a hot dog in hands of unrecognizable chef at fast food establishment

    The Worst Fast Food Chain Lemonade Has An Artificial Taste We Just Couldn't Ignore

    A good lemonade on a hot day might be the best drink you can ever have. What isn't the best drink is this artifical-tasting lemonade from a fast food chain.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 4 days ago Read More
  • soft drink cup McDonald's

    The Dirty Soda Worth Ordering On Your Next McDonald's Run

    If you love dirty soda, you'll love this hack. Next time you take a trip to your local McDonald's, consider trying this drink. Here's how to order it.

    By Jessica Riggio 5 days ago Read More
  • McDonald's meal on a tray in a restaurant

    14 Times McDonald's Was Caught Up In Legal Issues

    As one of the biggest fast food chains, McDonald's may have served millions of customers, but a select few (as well as employees) have served them back.

    By Sara Klimek 5 days ago Read More
  • boxes of takeout food around Panda Express brown bag

    We Tried 12 Panda Express Menu Items And Ranked Them Worst To Best

    Panda Express is known for its more popular menu items (like that famous orange chicken), but we wanted to try more menu items to see if they're worth ordering.

    By Megan Lim 6 days ago Read More
  • Three fried chicken wraps on a table

    Popeyes' New Blueberry Beverages Outshine The Chain's New Chicken Wraps

    Popeyes launched three new Chicken Wraps and blueberry beverages for its summer menu. Will these new items satisfy cravings or give you the summertime blues?

    By Koko Paranteau 6 days ago Read More
  • McDonalds Fillet of Fish Meal

    Turn Your Filet-O-Fish Into A Crispy Burrito With A Weirdly Genius Trick

    McDonald's Filet-O-Fish serves as the base for many a genius trick, but you might not have thought to turn one into a delicious and crispy burrito.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 7 days ago Read More
  • Person holding a soft serve cone

    This Flavorless Fast Food Soft Serve Was The Worst We Had By Far

    Soft serve is always a good shout but sometimes, despite the low price, it doesn't hit the spot, as we discovered at one popular fast food establishment.

    By Tara Bowen 7 days ago Read More
  • Close up of a Wendy's Frosty with a cheeseburger and chicken nuggets in the background

    The Underwhelming Wendy's Frosty Flavor You Should Avoid Buying

    Wendy's Frosty range has everything from vanilla to strawberry chocolate and caramel crunch, but Chowhound found that one flavor wasn't worth bothering with.

    By Jenna Rapsis 8 days ago Read More
  • 3 mcdonald's sauces on display

    8 International McDonald's Sauces We Wish Were In The US

    These eight popular sauces and dips can be found internationally at various McDonald's locations but we wish could try them in America.

    By Jon Dempsey 8 days ago Read More
  • Various wrapped Jack in the Box menu items on a counter

    The Hands-Down Best Jack In The Box Menu Item Has A Controversial Reputation

    Jack In The Box may be a popular fast food restaurant, but it is not without its controversies, and one of its most popular menu items is quite contentious.

    By Tim Forster 8 days ago Read More
  • Chick-fil-A sandwich and fries

    You Can Order Freshly Made Fries At Chick-Fil-A (But You Probably Don't Need To)

    Chick-fil-A's waffle fries are legendary, made all the better by a dunking in one of the chain's sauces. If you want them freshly made, here's how to ask.

    By Julia Mullaney 8 days ago Read More
  • The McDonald's aircraft in Taupo, New Zealand

    Forget Eating In Your Car. At This New Zealand McDonald's Location, You Can Eat Inside A Decommissioned Aircraft

    Sure, you've eaten at a McDonald's before, but not like this special location in New Zealand. Book a trip to visit this one-of-kind spot.

    By Tony Cooper 8 days ago Read More
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