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  • 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 15 hours ago Read More
  • Club subs stacked on top of each other on a table.

    6 Chain Club Sub Sandwiches, Ranked Worst To Best

    If you have a hankering for a classic American sandwich in the form of a sub, it helps to know which of the major chains know how to do it justice.

    By Michelle McGlinn 18 hours ago Read More
  • McDonald's fries with the signature red package with a yellow

    Why Your McDonald's Fries Don't Taste As Good As You Remember

    You're not imagining it: McDonald's french fries don't taste quite like they used to back in the '90s, and there's a reason for that. Here's what changed.

    By Macy Sandel 19 hours ago Read More
  • Fish and chips with tartar

    We Found The Fast Food Chain With The Absolute Biggest Fish Selection

    This seafood spot is all about value, variety, and classic fried favorites, with generous portions and budget-friendly prices

    By Julia Mullaney 1 day ago Read More
  • White Castle burgers and fries on a countertop.

    Ever Wonder Why White Castle Patties Are So Tender And Flavorful?

    The unique flavor of White Castle's trademark sliders come from a cooking technique that most fast food restaurants don't use. Here's why it stands out.

    By Jenna Rapsis 1 day ago Read More
  • A Raising Cane's storefront sign

    Raising Cane's Once Tried To Hire 10,000 Employees In 50 Days

    Raising Cane's is well-known for its chicken, but the chain struggled when COVID required closures. This led the chain to quickly hire thousands after the fact.

    By Audrey Farnsworth 2 days ago Read More
  • The real Colonel Harland Sanders smiling while wearing his iconic white suit and tie.

    The Time Colonel Sanders Didn't Hold Back About KFC's Food And Got Sued For It

    Despite still being the spokesperson for the company he founded, Colonel Sanders was critical of the food long after he sold the business, and it got him sued.

    By Tim Forster 2 days ago Read More
  • A basket of Dave's Hot Chicken over white bread, with fries

    The Plain Bread Slice Dave's Hot Chicken Gives You Isn't Random. This Is What It's For

    You might have noticed the seemingly random slice of white bread that goes along with Dave's Hot Chicken dishes. It has a very specific purpose.

    By Audrey Farnsworth 2 days ago Read More
  • Man ordering from kiosk in fast food restaurant

    The Hands-Down Best Viral Fast Food Chain Orders We've Ever Seen

    Getting a one-of-a-kind meal at your local In-N-Out or Chick-fil-A takes a little creativity. If you want some inspiration, look no further than social media.

    By Suzanne S. Wiley 2 days ago Read More
  • Counter at a Chick-fil-A restaurant

    Here's What Happens To Chick-Fil-A's Leftover Chicken

    Fast food chains often have a surplus of food leftover at the end of the day. But do they throw it all away? Here's what Chick-fil-A does with its leftovers.

    By Amanda Berkey 2 days ago Read More
  • Drive thru menu at a Zaxby's restaurant

    The Best Item At Zaxby's Isn't Wings Or Tenders, According To Our Taste Test

    The best item on the Zaxby's menu might surprise you. It's delightfully fresh, crisp, and filling, but it's probably not what you're expecting.

    By Robert Bruce 2 days ago Read More
  • Five sweet barbecue and five medium wings at buffalo wild wings

    The Chicken Wing Chain With BOGO Deals Every Tuesday And Thursday

    If you're a big fan of wings, you might want to head to this popular chicken wing chain to grab a sweet BOGO deal that happens every Thursday.

    By Nicole M. LaMarco 3 days ago Read More
  • A view of an In-N-Out Burger combo meal.

    How The Animal Style Burger At In-N-Out Was Actually Invented Will Make You Laugh

    Animal Style In-N-Out burgers have an air of urban legend about them, but the story behind how they got started actually does live up to the hype.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 3 days ago Read More
  • a group of Wienerschnitzel hot dogs

    Wienerschnitzel's Best Hot Dog Might Just Be The Greatest Tasting Thing On Earth

    We tried 11 hot dogs from Wienerschnitzel to see which one was the best of all. The winner might just be the greatest tasting thing we've ever eaten.

    By Tara Bowen 3 days ago Read More
  • In-N-Out Burger animal style fries and a double double burger on a tray

    Why In-N-Out Killed This Popular Secret Menu Ordering Hack

    In-N-Out finally closed a loophole that enabled customers to get a cheaper version of this popular secret menu item. Customers now pay the original price.

    By Jenna Rapsis 4 days ago Read More
  • Dipping McDonald's nugget in sauce

    Why McDonald's Can Be So Stingy With Its Sauces

    McDonald's sauce is not a free-for-all, as much as many of us would like it to be. Here's what to know about the fast food giant's sauce policy.

    By Hilary Wheelan Remley 4 days ago Read More
  • A burger, drink, and fries on a tray at Wendy's

    The Well-Known Meat Company Behind Wendy's Beef

    One of the main ways Wendy's stands out from the competition is its use of fresh rather than frozen beef, and this company is its main supplier.

    By Audrey Farnsworth 5 days ago Read More
  • Chick-fil-A fries, box, and drink on a tray

    The Underrated Chick-Fil-A Item Hiding Fiber Under Flavor

    If you're in need of a quick bite at a fast food chain but want a fiber-dense option, order this Chick-fil-A item that packs 14 grams in 660 calories.

    By Julia Mullaney 6 days ago Read More
  • Taco Bell chalupa

    Copy Taco Bell's Iconic Crispy Chalupa Shells In 2 Easy Steps

    You can make those crisp yet soft and puffy Taco Bell chalupa shells at home. Even better, you don't need much to make them; they're super simple to whip up.

    By Jenna Rapsis 6 days ago Read More
  • Jimmy John's sub, chips, and drink

    7 Hacks For Ordering At Jimmy John's Everyone Should Know

    From hollowing out sandwiches to create a less messy bite, to making a sandwich so giant you can feed two people, we've got all the Jimmy John's hacks.

    By Sarah Nowicki Nicholson 8 days ago Read More
  • View of counter at a Taco Bell in a mall, with people at the registers ordering

    7 Times Taco Bell Employees Spilled The Tea On Reddit About How The Food Is Prepared

    While you might have some assumptions about how your Taco Bell meals are prepared, these employees let you know what's really going on behind the scenes.

    By Suzanne S. Wiley 8 days ago Read More
  • Beer battered fish sandwich

    Even Filet-O-Fish Fans Say This Fast Food Chain's Fish Sandwich Is Hard To Beat

    Despite how well-loved the Filet-O-Fish sandwich is, it's not everyone's automatic favorite. This offering from another fast food giant is also super popular.

    By Craig Mattson 9 days ago Read More
  • The deceptively simple menu in the In-N-Out drive-thru

    This Is Actually Why In-N-Out Asks If You're Eating In Your Car Or Not

    In-N-Out is an iconic fast food joint that's known for its drive-thrus and Double-Double burgers. But do you know why they ask if you're eating in your car?

    By JC Gonzalez 9 days ago Read More
  • A Mountain Dew Baja Blast from Taco Bell next to a burrito and hot sauce packets

    Taco Bell's Baja Blast Is Even Better With The Addition Of This Drink

    The Baja Blast from Taco Bell is fine on its own, but there's one hack that turns the beverage into an adventurous version of this classic thirst quencher.

    By Audrey Farnsworth 9 days ago Read More
  • Filet-O-Fish sandwich from McDonald's sits inside its to-go box

    Why Reddit Loves This Frozen Brand For Copycat McDonald's Filet-O-Fish Sandwiches

    Reddit loves one particular frozen brand for a DIY McDonald's Filet-O-Fish sandwich. Here's the product to keep an eye out for in the frozen goods aisle.

    By Robert Bruce 11 days ago Read More
  • A grilled chicken wrap sliced in half

    Which Fast Food Chicken Wrap Has More Protein, Wendy's Or McDonald's?

    Both Wendy's and McDonald's have a few different options for chicken wraps, but one fast food chain clearly takes the lead when it comes to protein.

    By Robert Bruce 11 days ago Read More
  • Variety of fast food chicken wings and boxes

    Fast Food Chicken Wings Ranked From Worst To Best

    You cant go wrong with a plate of wings and fries. With fast food chicken wings coming in a variety of sizes and flavors, we ranked the best.

    By Hunter Reis 13 days ago Read More
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