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  • Spaghetti with red sauce, with basil and fresh tomatoes

    9 Worst Chain Restaurant Pasta Dishes, According To Reviews

    Chain restaurants are easy go-to spots for a decent meal, but not everything they serve is top quality. Here are some pasta dishes you should avoid.

    By Jay Wilson 3 days ago Read More
  • A trio of tacos are served with a margarita

    10 Best Mexican Chain Restaurants To Eat At If You're On A Budget

    Mexican chain restaurants are great spots for a filling meal that won't max out your credit card. Here are several that customers keep coming back to.

    By Jay Wilson 7 days ago Read More
  • Close up of Jimmy Buffett smiling

    The Tangy Sauce That Makes Jimmy Buffet's 'Cheeseburger In Paradise' So Delicious

    In addition to being a music superstar, Jimmy Buffet owned a successful restaurant chain. His Cheeseburger in Paradise has a delicious sauce.

    By Karen Hart 9 days ago Read More
  • Green salad with chicken on top

    These 8 Restaurant Chains Serve The Best Salad

    Order salad from the wrong restaurant can be as satisfying as throwing money in the trash can. These 8 chains offer reliable, inventive, and flavorful salads.

    By Kate Row 11 days ago Read More
  • Richard Blais smiling at James Beard Awards

    The Fast Food Restaurant Richard Blais Could Eat At 'Every Single Day'

    Richard Blais knows a thing or two about food. One of his favorite fast food restaurants is an under-the-radar chain that mostly operates out of Florida.

    By Garrett Palm 12 days ago Read More
  • White bowl of Hawaiian dish loco moco.

    The Hawaiian-Style Chain That's Thriving In 7 US States

    Hawaiian food has gained massive popularity throughout the U.S. since its initial 2010s boom, and this chain, started by two brothers, is reaping the harvest.

    By Tiffany Betts 18 days ago Read More
  • Chipotle worker filling two burrito bowls

    Chipotle Just Announced It Will Never Offer A Dollar Menu: Here's Why

    Lots of fast-casual chains offer dollar menus, but not Chipotle. Its CEO says this will never happen, and the reason is actually pretty simple.

    By Bobby Lewis 20 days ago Read More
  • guy fieri holding a tray of burgers

    The Heavy Metal Burger Restaurant Beloved By Guy Fieri

    Guy Fieri has eaten at many places on his show 'Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives'. A burger place with a heavy metal theme is one of his favorites.

    By Garrett Palm 24 days ago Read More
  • Vintage-style restaurant dining room

    5 Popular Chain Restaurants That Are Family-Owned In 2026

    It's rare for restaurants to remain primarily operated by the family that started it (rather than selling out to a big company), but it's not impossible.

    By Tiffany Betts 27 days ago Read More
  • Inside a Jersey Mike's as employees prepare food and a customer orders

    Jersey Mike's Fans Miss This Decadent Dessert (But You Can Order It Elsewhere)

    Jersey Mike's has no shortage of fans who love its fresh-cut subs, but that hasn't stopped customers from lamenting the change of this tasty treat.

    By Garrett Palm 1 month ago Read More
  • A display of cookies piled high in a display case

    9 Cookie Shop Chains Across America, Ranked Worst To Best

    When you're craving something sweet, these cookie chains across the country satisfy. Based on experience, we've ranked them from worst to best.

    By Eva Merrill 2 months ago Read More
  • fast food workers assemble tacos on a line

    Fast Food Chain Menu Items That Are Truly Made From Scratch

    Whether its french fries, burger patties, or guacamole, these fast food chains prepare at least one of their famous menu items from scratch.

    By Chris Corlew 2 months ago Read More
  • a spoon digging into a chicken pot pie

    Steer Clear Of This Chain's Chicken Pot Pie At All Costs

    Chicken pot pie is a comforting and tasty dish when done right. There is a casual food chain that makes a subpar pie you want to avoid if you dine there.

    By Garrett Palm 2 months ago Read More
  • Chicken fried steak, served with a biscuit and broccoli

    From Texas Roadhouse To IHOP, The 9 Best Chain Restaurant Chicken Fried Steaks

    When you're in the mood to order chicken fried steak, head to one of these popular restaurant chains. They're doing the classic dish some serious justice.

    By Jay Wilson 2 months ago Read More
  • Nando's chicken closeup served extra hot

    This NBA Star Lives With A 24-Hour Chicken Chain In His Home

    Having a fast food restaurant near your house can be convenient. A former NBA star went one better and has a 24-hour chicken restaurant in his home.

    By Alexa Valme 3 months ago Read More
  • Cheeseburger and fries on plate served with beer at restaurant

    This 1990s Burger Chain Totally Vanished By The Early 2000s

    Themed chain restaurants were big in the 1990s, and there was one that was popular in its day. By the end of the decade, all its locations had closed.

    By Alexa Valme 3 months ago Read More
  • A plate of smoked chicken with collard greens and fried green tomatoes

    These Restaurant Chains Serve The Best Southern-Style Food

    If you're hankering for fried catfish or cheese grits, these are some of America's best restaurant chains to meet all your Southern cuisine needs.

    By Jay Wilson 3 months ago Read More
  • a bowl of pot roast with onions, carrots, sliced potatoes, parsley, and plenty of gravy on a wooden table

    Customers Say These Are The Best Chain Restaurant Pot Roasts

    Pot roast is a down home comfort, but according to customers, these chain restaurants make it a reason to go out. These are the best pot roast menu options.

    By Chris Corlew 3 months ago Read More
  • A sandwich with pastrami piled high next to a plate of pickles on a table

    America's Best Pastrami Sandwiches, According To Customers

    A good pastrami sandwich may be a New York classic, but you don't need to head to New York to enjoy one. Here's where you can go to find America's best.

    By Chris Corlew 3 months ago Read More
  • Various fast foods on a crowded table, shot from above

    8 Fast Food Fails From Reddit We Can't Stop Laughing At

    Fast food is convenient, but sometimes employees are a little too fast. Reddit has some hilarious mistakes made when ordering at a fast food place.

    By Lottë Reford 3 months ago Read More
  • waffle, sausage, and coffee in Waffle House mug

    The Etiquette Rule To Follow At Waffle House When Dining Solo

    There doesn't have to be a stigma attached to dining on your own. But if you visit a Waffle House solo, be sure to follow this etiquette rule.

    By Garrett Palm 3 months ago Read More
  • A tower of different types of burgers offered at Bubba's 33

    Texas Roadhouse-Owned Restaurants: The Differences Between Jaggers And Bubba's 33 Explained

    Texas Roadhouse owns two other brands: Jaggers, a fast-casual chain, and Bubba's 33, a sit-down sports bar chain. Here's what you should know about them.

    By Shelby Bock 3 months ago Read More
  • 3 people sitting at a counter by a diner window

    The Top Hole-In-The-Wall Breakfast Spots In All 50 States

    Everyone knows the best breakfasts come from unassuming hole-in-the-wall restaurants. Here's our list of choice breakfast spots in every state in the US.

    By Jenn Carnevale 4 months ago Read More
  • Loaves and slices of bread

    The Story Behind Panera Bread's Fall

    In the 2000s, Panera was at its peak, serving freshly baked breads and cozy soups to a loyal customer base. Now, things are very different ... in a bad way.

    By Jay Wilson 4 months ago Read More
  • Black plate with four tacos

    The '70s Mexican Food Chain That Made A Comeback After Decades Dormant

    There's no shortage of Mexican food chains on the market, but one beloved brand is finally making a comeback after two decades on the back burner.

    By Tiffany Betts 4 months ago Read More
  • Flatbread sandwiches on a wooden board

    This Once-Popular 2000s Flatbread Chain Quickly Vanished. Here's Why

    If you wanted a light lunch in the early 2000s, you may have stopped at this flatbread restaurant. Now, you'd be lucky to even find a branch.

    By Jay Wilson 4 months ago Read More
  • A cheeseburger and onion rings on a plate in a restaurant

    These 10 Restaurant Chains Have Struggled In 2025

    Restaurant chains often struggle in times of economic uncertainty. From KFC to Chipotle, here's a list of chains that have particularly struggled in 2025.

    By Jay Wilson 5 months ago Read More
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