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  • Various fast food dishes against a white background

    Food Chains That Made Huge Menu Changes In 2025

    Major food chains made big menu changes in 2025, swapping old favorites for new offerings to match evolving tastes and economic pressures.

    By Jay Wilson 4 months ago Read More
  • Panda Express meal

    Panda Express Owns These 2 Other Restaurant Chains. Here's What We Know About Them

    The founders of Panda Express have created a food empire that includes two other restaurant chains, all based on cuisine from China, Taiwan, and Japan.

    By Kate Row 4 months ago Read More
  • Person's hand holding a Taco Bell bean and cheese burrito and adding hot sauce

    The Big Problem With Taco Bell's Beans, According To Employees

    Taco Bell is a popular fast food chain and many of its menu items include beans. Employees warn that customers should know about an issue with the beans.

    By Jessica Riggio 4 months ago Read More
  • McDonald's Boo Buckets

    McDonald's Boo Buckets Are Coming Back Just In Time For Halloween

    Halloween-themed buckets for the 2025 haunting season are back. Get your McDonald's Boo Buckets starting October 21 and join the spooktacular festivities.

    By Jessica Riggio 4 months ago Read More
  • person eating a burger at a fast food restaurant

    The 2 Restaurant Chains In A Legal Battle Over Trademarked Logo Use

    Clearly, no one can copyright the immensely popular fast food burger, but one chain is suing another for mimicking its logo and color scheme.

    By Jessica Riggio 4 months ago Read More
  • Fast food burgers, sandwiches, fries, and chicken on table

    The Restaurant With The Lowest Google Rating In Orlando Is A Popular Chain

    According to Google reviews, this popular burger chain is the worst-rated restaurant in all of Orlando. Here's where the reviled eatery went wrong.

    By Bobby Lewis 5 months ago Read More
  • Guy Fieri cooking burgers on an outdoor flat top

    The Fast Food Restaurant Guy Fieri Can't Get Enough Of

    As host of "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives," Guy Fieri has eaten his share of fast food. There is one chain that the TV personality absolutely loves.

    By Garrett Palm 5 months ago Read More
  • Several pieces of fried chicken piled on a white plate with fries

    This Chicken Chain From The '80s Barely Exists Today, What Happened?

    In the 1980s, there were many fast food chains throughout the nation. One of the most popular on the West Coast has a very small presence these days.

    By Alexa Valme 5 months ago Read More
  • The interior of a busy Buc-ee's location near the soda fountain

    The Viral Buc-Ee's Ice Cream Treat Beloved By TikTok

    Buc-ee's is a fun place for travelers with plenty of tasty foods and snacks. Its ice cream treat is racking up positive videos and likes on TikTok.

    By Dylan Murray 5 months ago Read More
  • A hot dog and fries sit in a food carton next to a drink and condiments, against an orange and red background

    Classic '80s Fast Food Spots We Wish Would Come Back

    America has a vast array of fast food restaurants, but not all have stood the test of time. Here are a few we miss, that were popular in the 1980s.

    By Jay Wilson 5 months ago Read More
  • Cheeseburgers packed with toppings on table

    The 1950s Fast Food Burger Chain That Once Took Over The Midwest (Until The '90s)

    Today, McDonald's, Burger King, and other regional chains dominate the fast food market. But another chain gave them a run for their money until the 1990s.

    By Alexa Valme 5 months ago Read More
  • Woman eating burger and fries

    The Forgotten Burger & Chicken Chain That's Finally Making A Comeback

    Restaurant chains have come and gone over the years. Now, this once-defunct family eatery is fueled by nostalgia and may be opening up a location near you.

    By Sara Traynor 5 months ago Read More
  • Pile of Jersey Mike's subs with beer and chips

    The One Jersey Mike's Sub You Should Never Bother Ordering

    Jersey Mike's has a wide range of different subway sandwiches to choose from, so you can't really go wrong. That is, unless you order this disappointing choice.

    By Persy House 5 months ago Read More
  • Panda Express takeout boxes stacked into a pyramid

    The Popular Entree You Should Really Avoid Ordering At Panda Express

    Panda Express has some clear hits, like the famous orange chicken. But there are also some misses on the menu, like this entree that's best avoided.

    By Alexa Valme 5 months ago Read More
  • Scoop of Baskin-Robbins Pumpkin Cheesecake Ice Cream

    10 Fast Food Menu Items That Will Have You Loving Fall In 2025

    As autumn arrives, fast food fans can expect a wide selection of seasonal treats from staple chains like Starbucks, McDonald's, and Dairy Queen.

    By Dylan Murray 5 months ago Read More
  • Fast food burgers, fries, chicken sandwich, nuggets, and soda

    Customers Say These 10 Fast Food Chains Have Seriously Dipped In Quality In 2025

    Customers said these 10 fast food chains seriously dipped in quality from 2024 to 2025 according to a survey from the American Customer Satisfaction Index.

    By Wendy Hector 5 months ago Read More
  • A fried chicken drumstick resting on two other pieces of fried chicken

    4 Fast Food Restaurants That Serve 100% Chicken

    In the fast food world, extenders, substitutes, and additives are common. But there are fast food chains that serve the real deal when it comes to chicken.

    By Bobby Lewis 5 months ago Read More
  • Burger King bag and drink on table

    The 1970s Burger King Sandwich We Wish Would Return

    Nowadays, the Whopper reigns supreme but another far simpler Burger King sandwich was so popular back in the 1970s that fans are still clamoring to get it back.

    By Alexa Valme 5 months ago Read More
  • A red tray with burgers, some wrapped in white, red and yellow paper with writing

    Why Some People Have A Problem With In-N-Out's Meat Sourcing

    In-N-Out Burger prides itself on its high-quality, never-frozen, handmade patties — but some customers refuse to eat at the chain until one thing improves.

    By Willow Roberts 5 months ago Read More
  • Various DQ menu items

    The Secret Dairy Queen Menu Item That's A Dreamy Twist On A Classic Treat You Have To Try

    Dairy Queen has a secret menu item that puts a new spin on a classic dessert. Here’s what makes this hidden treat a must-try for soft serve fans.

    By Nikki Munoz 5 months ago Read More
  • In-N-Out Burger sign

    Insider Advice For Your Next Visit To In-N-Out

    Some people think there's nothing like a burger from In-N-Out. For all the newbies, and even for some folks who have been there, here's some insider tips.

    By Fiona Chandra 5 months ago Read More
  • A variety of Taco Bell foods on a white table

    The Ingredient We Didn't Expect To Find In Taco Bell's Bell Sauce

    Taco Bell's Bell Sauce is made of just a few key components, including an unexpected ingredient that is surprisingly common in fast food sauces.

    By Nikki Munoz 5 months ago Read More
  • hands grabbing pizza out of a box

    Do Local Pizza Chains Qualify As Fast Food?

    It could debatable if your local pizza chain should be considered fast food or not. With factors like nutrition and price to consider, we've made our call.

    By Garrett Palm 5 months ago Read More
  • Anthony Bourdain pointing his finger while talking to someone in a dark room

    Anthony Bourdain's Blunt Take On Why America Is A Hub For 'Appalling' Food

    Anthony Bourdain traveled the world eating and cooking delicious foods, but he had no love for this type of cuisine that is quintessentially American.

    By Dylan Murray 5 months ago Read More
  • A person receiving bag at drive-thru window

    The Fast Food Chain That Revolutionized How We Order In Drive-Thrus

    Want to know which chain radically changed the way we order food from our cars? The origin story might be more surprising and creative than you’d expect.

    By Alexa Valme 5 months ago Read More
  • interior of white castle full of employees

    The Type Of Fish You're Actually Eating In White Castle Fish Sliders

    Have you ever wondered what type of fish is used for White Castle's deliciously flaky fish sliders? Here's what you're eating when you enjoy one.

    By Persy House 5 months ago Read More
  • Steak burrito taco bell

    Why You Should Never Order Taco Bell Steak, According To Employees

    Taco Bell is one of the most affordable fast food joints out there, but even their employees seem to think that the steak offerings are sketchy.

    By Garrett Palm 5 months ago Read More
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