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  • Top-down view of Chick-fil-A meal with three boxes, a bag, and two drink cups

    Does Chick-Fil-A Actually Brew Its Own Tea?

    Chick-fil-A's tea and sweet tea offerings are always popular. But if you order a cup, will yours be freshly made, or a few days old? Here's what to know.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 5 hours ago Read More
  • Unbranded crispy chicken sandwich and french fries on paper wrapper.

    The 5 Biggest Fast Food Chicken Sandwiches On The Market In 2026

    Looking for a fast food chicken sandwich that hasn't shrunk in size? These are the five largest fast food chicken sandwiches available in 2026.

    By Lauren Bulla 19 hours ago Read More
  • A large sub on wheat bread in front of a takeout bag from Firehouse Subs

    10 Tips For Ordering Firehouse Subs You Should Know

    If you have a hankering for a hearty hoagie from Firehouse Subs, we compiled some tips and tricks to help take your meal from good to great.

    By Emily M Alexander 2 days ago Read More
  • A view of an In-N-Out Burger combo meal.

    In-N-Out Once Took Another Burger Chain To Court For Copying Its Menu — And The Restaurant Still Exists

    In-N-Out was once copied so directly by a fast food chain that many of the two restaurants' offerings were almost identical, so a lawsuit ensued.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 2 days ago Read More
  • In-N-Out burger and fries

    The Common Fast Food Chain Perk You Simply Won't Find At In-N-Out

    Some In-N-Out fans are probably disappointed that the fast food chain doesn't offer this common, convenient perk, but there's a good reason it's not available.

    By Julia Mullaney 3 days ago Read More
  • Variety of food items purchased from Kwik Trip on a wooden surface against a white background

    9 Foods You Should Buy At Kwik Trip, And 9 To Avoid

    Kwik trip is iconic in certain parts of America, so we decided to try a bunch of food from there to find out what's worth the trip and what isn't.

    By Liz Jaros 3 days ago Read More
  • The sun sets behind the Miami skyline

    The Nostalgic Miami Burger Spot Serving Up Both Classic American Patties And Cuban Fritas

    Only in fast-paced Miami could you find such a charming throwback burger joint serving a mix of good old fast food nostalgia and Cuban fritas.

    By Amanda Berkey 4 days ago Read More
  • Subway employee building sub behind the counter

    7 Sandwiches You Should Probably Avoid Ordering At Subway

    These subs were consistently critiqued by Subway customers. Find out which ones get the worst reviews and why reviewers say you're better off avoiding them.

    By Brianna Persons 6 days ago Read More
  • A plate of chicken tenders with fries and dipping sauce

    9 Chain Restaurants With The Best Chicken Tenders, According To Reviews

    If you're desiring crispy chicken tenders, these popular chain restaurants serve some of the best, packed with crunch, flavor, and crave-worthy dipping sauces.

    By Stephanie Mee 7 days ago Read More
  • Wagyu Burger from Arby's with lettuce, onions, and cheese

    The Brave Fast Food Restaurants That Tried Selling Wagyu Beef

    Wagyu beef is certainly top of the line, so it's rare to see it at a fast food restaurant. There's only one chain that still has a Wagyu burger on the menu.

    By Robert Bruce 8 days ago Read More
  • An array of Wienerschnitzel hot dogs lined up next to each other.

    Don't Order This Wienerschnitzel Hot Dog Unless You Want To Suffer Sweetness Overload

    We taste tested 11 Wienerschnitzel hot dogs, and this one disappointed us in the flavor department. Besides being way too sweet, it's also a bit pricy.

    By Tim Forster 8 days ago Read More
  • Meatball subs stacked on top of each other on a marble slab

    I Tried 7 Chain Restaurant Meatball Subs And Ranked Them Worst To Best

    When done well, a meatball sub is the perfect meal. We went to a bunch of chain restaurants to find out which spot currently offers the best one.

    By Nikki Cervone 8 days ago Read More
  • Employees making food behind the counter at Chipotle

    What Does Chipotle Do With Leftover Food?

    As one of the largest restaurant chains in the country, Chipotle naturally goes through a lot of food. But what happens to the stuff that doesn't get sold?

    By Amanda Berkey 9 days ago Read More
  • Close-up of fries and a Big Mac on a McDonald's tray

    Does McDonald's Offer Mayo Packets?

    McDonald's is one of the biggest names in the fast food game, but does the storied brand supply its discerning customers with mayonnaise packets?

    By Audrey Farnsworth 10 days ago Read More
  • Person's hand grabbing fries off a McDonald's tray holding fries, burgers, and drinks

    What Does McDonald's Do With All Its Leftover Food?

    Fast food chains often have a lot of food left over at the end of the day. If you're wondering what McDonald's does with it all, here's what to know.

    By Audrey Farnsworth 10 days ago Read More
  • Family placing an order at Chick-fil-A

    Chick-Fil-A's Signature 'My Pleasure' Phrase Was Inspired By This Luxury Hotel

    If you've ever wondered why Chick-fil-A employees always say "my pleasure" instead of "you're welcome," it's all thanks to this luxury hotel.

    By Amanda Berkey 12 days ago Read More
  • A sign with the words 'drive thru' and an arrow pointing up

    Here's Why You Typically Can't Walk Or Bike In A Fast Food Drive-Thru

    Drive-thrus are so named because you drive up to the service window to order your food, but is there any reason you can't walk or ride your bike through one?

    By Eugenia Lazaris 14 days ago Read More
  • The Popeyes Surf and Turf Tackle Box includes tenders, shrimp, fries, and a biscuit

    What Exactly Is In Popeye's Big Box?

    Popeye's Big Box has made a few different appearances over the years, but what exactly does it come with (and how much does it retail for)?

    By JC Gonzalez 14 days ago Read More
  • edge of grocery cart in a supermarket aisle lined with products

    9 Fast Food Brands You Can Find At The Grocery Store

    When you're craving fast food flavors, these major chains have your back with offerings so you can replicate some of your favorites at home.

    By Robyn Blocker 14 days ago Read More
  • Variety of wings and curly fries from It's Just Wings with small bowls of dipping sauces.

    The Delivery-Only Chicken Wing Chain We Didn't Realize Was Chili's In Disguise

    When dine-in restaurants had to shut down during the pandemic of 2020, Chili's took the opportunity to launch a delivery-only chicken wing chain.

    By Nicole M. LaMarco 15 days ago Read More
  • Collage of Carl's Jr. menu items with company logo

    10 Carl's Jr. Menu Items, Ranked

    Carl's Jr. might not have the biggest footprint in the fast food world, but it offers a number of delicious burgers and other items you won't want to miss.

    By Audrey Farnsworth 15 days ago Read More
  • Big Mac burgers

    The 10 Best Store-Bought Copycats For McDonald's Products

    Want your McDonald's fix without hitting the drive-thru? Give these surprisingly convincing dupes a try to enjoy your favorite fast food treats at home.

    By Emma Kalka 15 days ago Read More
  • A three piece chicken tender order from Raising Cane's with Texas Toast, fries, and a drink

    Turn Raising Cane's Fries Into A Whole Loaded Meal With One Trick

    For the ultimate Raising Cane's hack, all you need to do is start with a bed of fries and add a few other ingredients. Here's the best way to load them up.

    By Robert Bruce 16 days ago Read More
  • A Taco Bell shopping bag

    One Of The Worst Taco Bell Menu Items Is A Soggy, Beefy Disaster

    Next time you roll up to the Taco Bell drive-through, think twice about ordering this menu item. It's not nearly as good as it seems.

    By Audrey Farnsworth 16 days ago Read More
  • Various Chick-fil-A items

    The Spicy Chick-Fil-A Item That's Only On The Menu At Some Locations

    Chick-fil-A has a collection of spicy menu items worth a bite, but one of them is only available at select locations. If you can find it, it's worth a taste.

    By Julia Mullaney 18 days ago Read More
  • McDonald's Filet-O-Fish with tartar sauce sitting on top of its blue box on a tray

    Ditch The Tartar Sauce And Get This On Your McDonald's Filet-O-Fish Instead

    The Filet-O-Fish at McDonald's is a pretty simple sandwich, but that just means it's ripe with opportunity to customize it, including this delicious sauce swap.

    By Julia Mullaney 20 days ago Read More
  • Five Guys cheeseburger, fries, and mayo sitting on a table

    Why Five Guys Relies On This Classic Cheese For Its Burgers

    Ever wonder what kind of cheese Five Guys puts on its burgers? Here's the classic it's been using since 1986 and why it's stuck with it all these years.

    By Julia Mullaney 21 days ago Read More
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