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McDonald's Smoothies Are Made With Real Fruit, But There's A Catch

staff@thedailymeal.com (Garrett Palm) — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:39:00 +0000

You may be a fan of McDonald's smoothies, which do contain real fruit. There is another element to these tasty beverages you may not be aware of.

8 Of The Healthiest Menu Items To Order At Taco Bell In 2026

staff@thedailymeal.com (Kate Row) — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 13:19:00 +0000

If you want a fast-food meal that's nutritious and light on calories, Taco Bell has some impressive options, with ordering tricks to make them better still.

Review: Popeyes' Make-At-Home Biscuits Aren't A Perfect Replica, But That Has Its Advantages

staff@thedailymeal.com (Michael Palan) — Tue, 26 May 2026 13:50:59 +0000

Popeyes has launched a biscuit mix that you can make at home, in Homestyle and Cajun Cheddar varieties. We tried them to see if they're worth buying.

What Makes Taco Bell's Fire Sauce So Spicy?

staff@thedailymeal.com (Karen Hart) — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:39:00 +0000

Taco Bell is one of the most popular fast food chains and many people love to load up their food with the Fire sauce. What's in it that makes it hot?

The Buc-Ee's Shopping Tip For The Best Jerky Every Time You Visit

staff@thedailymeal.com (Karen Hart) — Sat, 23 May 2026 23:39:00 +0000

If you've done a lot of traveling, you have probably encountered Buc-ee's. The chain sells jerky and there is a tip you should know before buying it.

10 Fast Food Menu Items That Dropped In May 2026

staff@thedailymeal.com (Bobby Lewis) — Thu, 21 May 2026 18:43:17 +0000

Fast food chains have their longtime fan favorites, but come out with new items every now and then. There are 10 new menu items out in May 2026.

The Overlooked Burger Chain That Makes Frozen Custard From Scratch

staff@thedailymeal.com (Karen Hart) — Sun, 31 May 2026 16:39:00 +0000

There are many fast food burger chains, some of which are very well known. There is a lesser known chain that makes frozen custard from scratch.

Review: Taco Bell's New Strawberry Cinnabon Delights Stink - Literally

staff@thedailymeal.com (Dani Zoeller) — Thu, 21 May 2026 17:09:04 +0000

Here, we get first looks at Taco Bell's new fruit-forward Cinnabon Delights item, hitting the summer menu with plenty of pungent, strawberry force.

Why McDonald's Customers Are Divided On Its Specialty Drinks

staff@thedailymeal.com (Garrett Palm) — Wed, 20 May 2026 23:39:00 +0000

McDonald's new line of soft drinks is sowing division in the comments of a Reddit post for fans of the fast food chain. Here's why they're divided.

The '80s Rap Song Wendy's Wrote To Teach Employees 'Grill Skills' Will Stick In Your Head For Days

staff@thedailymeal.com (Amy David) — Tue, 19 May 2026 20:39:00 +0000

Employee training videos are common in the fast food industry. In the '80s, Wendy's made one with a rap song to teach its employees how to grill.

Customers Say These Are The 7 Absolute Worst Dairy Queen Menu Items

staff@thedailymeal.com (Chelsea Falin) — Tue, 19 May 2026 13:19:00 +0000

Before you dive head first into Dairy Queen's menu, take pause and check out this list of items that customers feel just don't compare to the ice cream cakes.

The Fast Food Chain That Fans Say Has 'God-Tier' Pot Roast

staff@thedailymeal.com (Javaria Akbar) — Sat, 16 May 2026 10:39:00 +0000

There's no question that pot roast is a decadent comfort meal. But if you don't have time to make it, fans say this fast-food chain's version is top-notch.

The Worst Taco Bell Value Menu Item, Hands Down

staff@thedailymeal.com (Tiffany Betts) — Fri, 15 May 2026 23:39:00 +0000

The value menu at Taco Bell is fantastically affordable, whether you want a quick snack or to create a custom meal, but not everything on the list is a winner.

Taco Bell's New Menu Item Gives Its Mexican Pizza A Cantina Twist

staff@thedailymeal.com (Garrett Palm) — Thu, 14 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000

One of Taco Bell's most iconic creations is its Mexican pizza. Now, a new iteration is coming along and changing up the protein and sauce for a refresh.

The Cozy Wawa Secret Menu Item That's Less Than $5

staff@thedailymeal.com (Karen Hart) — Wed, 13 May 2026 10:39:00 +0000

Wawa is a good place for travelers to stop for a quick meal or a snack. There is a hack you can use to get a tasty comfort food for less than $5.

If You're From The Pacific Northwest, You Might Have Grown Up Going To This Mexican-Style Restaurant Chain

staff@thedailymeal.com (Garrett Palm) — Mon, 11 May 2026 20:39:00 +0000

Mexican food is popular cuisine and there are even fast food chains. People from the Pacific Northwest are familiar with this Mexican-style restaurant chain.

This Fried Chicken Chain Is Bringing Its Iconic Biscuits To Grocery Stores

staff@thedailymeal.com (Bobby Lewis) — Mon, 04 May 2026 17:38:05 +0000

Fast food chicken chains also serve sides and there is one chain with pretty good biscuits. They will now be available in grocery stores for fans.

The 10 Best Wendy's Menu Items, According To Customers

staff@thedailymeal.com (Kate Row) — Sat, 02 May 2026 17:19:00 +0000

Wendy's has longtime loyal fans -- and here's a list of menu items customers love and appreciate.

The 10 Best Taco Bell Menu Items, According To Customers

staff@thedailymeal.com (Kate Row) — Fri, 01 May 2026 17:19:00 +0000

Taco Bell is known for menu innovations and plenty of customization options, but some items are true fan favorites. Here's 10 that customers say they love.

6 Fast Food Hash Browns That Customers Love

staff@thedailymeal.com (Kate Row) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 22:19:00 +0000

Ah, the total joy of biting into a crunchy hash brown. Based on customer reviews, here's a list of some of the tastiest fast food hash browns people love.