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  • A person getting vanilla ice cream out of a machine

    The Ice Cream Machine Rule Burger King Employees Have To Follow (But McDonald's Employees Don't)

    Ordering ice cream at Burger King or McDonald's may seem like a simple task, but employees have a rule to follow when it comes to the machines.

    By Serena Pratt 2 days ago Read More
  • A beef burger in a brioche bun, served with fries and wrapped in paper

    12 Discontinued Fast Food Burgers We Wish Were Brought Back

    Fast food chains are famous for offering amazing burgers, only to ditch them despite their popularity. These are some of those gone-but-not-forgotten favorites.

    By Jay Wilson 2 days ago Read More
  • Man dunking a fry in a McDonald's dip with a foil top

    The Spicy McDonald's Dipping Sauce Customers Miss Dearly

    When fast food chains discontinue menu items and condiments, there is usually some kind of uproar on social media. This sauce seems to have had legions of fans.

    By Javaria Akbar 2 days ago Read More
  • Breadstick containers lined up beside one another

    10 Chain Restaurant Breadsticks, Ranked Worst To Best

    When a carb craving hits, few things hit the spot like fresh, hot, dippable bread. We tried 10 breadsticks from different chains to identify the best and worst.

    By M. Davis-McAfee 3 days ago Read More
  • Burger King breakfast sandwiches

    Burger King Breakfast Sandwiches Are Miles More Delicious With This Sauce

    The next time you order a breakfast sandwich from Burger King, you should try adding a side of this spicy sauce -- it'll make your sandwich so much better.

    By Javaria Akbar 3 days ago Read More
  • McDonald's Egg McMuffin sitting on a branded wrapper.

    Your McDonald's McMuffin Is Missing This Special Sauce

    A classic McMuffin from McDonald's is plenty tasty on its own but you can make your fast food breakfast even better by adding this special sauce.

    By Javaria Akbar 4 days ago Read More
  • A Burger King Whopper in its packaging, on a serving tray

    Why Burger King Customers Complain About The Whopper

    Burger King changed its Whopper recipe in 2026, after listening to customer feedback. Unfortunately, many customers are displeased with the new version.

    By Garrett Palm 6 days ago Read More
  • culver's cheese butterburgers

    Culver's First ButterBurgers Were Made Using This Kitchen Tool

    With decades of practice, Culver's has mastered the seared smashburger. Once upon a time, its first ButterBurgers were made using this kitchen tool.

    By Lori Soard 8 days ago Read More
  • Dolly Parton in a yellow jacket singing into a microphone

    The Flavorful Way Dolly Parton Ordered Her In-N-Out Burger

    Being from the South, you may not have expected Dolly Parton to be a fan of the In-N-Out burger -- but her time in California led her to this flavorful order.

    By Garrett Palm 8 days ago Read More
  • McDonald's breakfast and McCafe coffee cup with hashbrowns

    The Biggest Changes In McDonald's Breakfast History

    McDonald's breakfast has changed a lot over the years -- here's a bit of history, from the Egg McMuffin to the McCafé.

    By Jay Wilson 8 days ago Read More
  • A person in a car holding up a burger above a Happy Meal box

    8 McDonald's Happy Meal Toys From The '80s To Look For At Thrift Stores

    These eight McDonald's Happy Meal toys from the 1980s are absolutely adorable, but you'll have to search thrift stores if you want your own collection.

    By Matt Crowley 9 days ago Read More
  • cut sandwich at Jersey Mike's

    14 Things Jersey Mike's Employees Wish You Would Stop Doing

    If you're a frequent visitor at your local Jersey Mike's, avoid doing these things that annoy the employees and become the staff's favorite customer!

    By Jay Wilson 9 days ago Read More
  • Two McFlurries with spoons sticking out

    Why McDonald's Customers Often Complain About The McFlurry

    The McDonald's McFlurry has always been a solid option for fast food ice cream, but customers have been complaining about the treat because of this missed step.

    By Garrett Palm 10 days ago Read More
  • Chick-fil-A sandwich boxes, drinks and fries

    The State With The Most Chick-Fil-A Locations In The US Isn't Georgia Or Florida

    Chick-fil-A has an enormous presence, especially across the U.S. But which state has the most locations? Surprisingly, it isn't Georgia or Florida.

    By Alex Andonovska 11 days ago Read More
  • A burger patty on a grill, under flames

    The Difference Between Burger King And Culver's Beef

    While both providing their own delicious versions of a classic burger, fast food chains Burger King and Culver's utilize their beef quite differently.

    By Matt Crowley 11 days ago Read More
  • Wendy's to-go bag on wooden counter

    Wendy's Had 2 Special Baked Potato Styles In The '90s, And We Want Them Back

    Wendy's is a great place to go for a quick bite, but some beloved items have vanished from the menu. We miss these two baked potato styles from the '90s.

    By Lori Soard 12 days ago Read More
  • Culver's burger on a tray with fries and a drink

    Culver's Uses The Most Simple Seasoning Mix On Its Beef

    You might think that as delicious as Culver's ButterBurger is, it must use a secret recipe for seasoning its beef. However, the mix is deceptively simple.

    By Matt Crowley 14 days ago Read More
  • A McDonald's Happy Meal on a table

    The Retro McDonald's Happy Meal Container That Became A Halloween Staple

    These spooky McDonald's Happy Meal containers have become a nostalgic staple for Halloween lovers, perfect for storing your McNuggets and your candy.

    By Garrett Palm 15 days ago Read More
  • A fried fish sandwich with cheese, lettuce, sauce, and a sesame seed bun on a wood board

    The Difference Between McDonald's And Burger King's Fish Sandwiches

    When it comes to two of the frontrunners in American fast food, Burger King and McDonald’s, how do their famous fish sandwiches differ from one another?

    By Matt Crowley 15 days ago Read More
  • Two McDonald's burgers

    McDonald's Employees Are Strictly Forbidden From Breaking This Burger Rule

    To make its product the same every time, McDonald's has laid out important steps and rules that its employees must follow. Here's what it takes to make them.

    By Javaria Akbar 17 days ago Read More
  • Hot dogs with chili, onions, and cheese

    The Best Fast Food Hot Dog Is Also A Store-Bought Favorite

    Looking for the best possible fast food hot dog money can buy? We tried and ranked twelve of them -- and this iconic chain came out on top.

    By Garrett Palm 18 days ago Read More
  • Metal chairs at a long table at an old-school chain restaurant with an industrial aesthetic

    11 Shuttered Restaurant Chains Boomers Seriously Miss

    There’s something about chain restaurants that are excellent for triggering nostalgia, and these long-gone chains do just that for the boomer generation.

    By Jay Wilson 19 days ago Read More
  • Eight different halves of Buc-ee's sandwiches arrange on a plate and over a bag

    8 Buc-Ee's Sandwiches, Ranked Worst To Best

    Wondering which Buc-ee's sandwich is the best? We taste tested and reviewed every sandwich we could find at our local Buc-ee's, including hot and cold options.

    By Sarah Dealy 22 days ago Read More
  • A tray with a birger, fries, and a drink from Culver's

    PSA: Culver's Actually Goes All Out For Your Birthday

    If you’re a Culver’s fan, make sure you’re taking full advantage of all the birthday (and even half-birthday) benefits that the chain offers its loyal fanbase.

    By Karen Hart 23 days ago Read More
  • A variety of pre-packaged, grab-and-go sandwiches in clear plastic containers

    Consumer Reports' Top Fast Food Breakfast Sandwich Offers Major Nutrition

    Consumer Reports ranked this chain's fast food breakfast sandwich highly when it comes to nutritional value, without compromising on overall taste.

    By Natasha Bourlin 24 days ago Read More
  • pulled apart grilled cheese sandwich

    The Culver's Grilled Cheese Upgrade Everyone Should Try Once

    Upgrading your favorite fast-food menu item is a great way to change up your dinner. If you like Culver's grilled cheese, you have to try this upgrade.

    By Lori Soard 25 days ago Read More
  • A Whopper is displayed on a Burger King wrapper

    11 Common Complaints Customers Make About Burger King

    Though we love the convenience of eating at a fast food restaurant, places like Burger King seem to often end in disappointment for many customers.

    By Jay Wilson 25 days ago Read More
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