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  • exterior of a Jack in the Box
    By Michael Palan 59 min ago

    Big Changes Are Coming To Jack In The Box In 2026

    Jack in the Box is making interesting shifts in 2026. From new menu items to new expansions and collaborations, we break down all the details.

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  • Reba McEntire smiling
    By Taryn Pire 2 hours ago

    Reba McEntire's Go-To Fast Food Choice Is Comfortingly Familiar

    Reba McEntire’s love for this classic side has earned her a famous nickname. Discover the fast food chain behind the country singer’s favorite dish.

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  • McDonald's Happy Meal and drink on counter
    By Sam Schroeder 6 hours ago

    Where Does McDonald's Leftover Food Actually Go?

    Ever lie awake at night and wonder what happens to all the leftover food at McDonald's? Same here. Here's what we turned up in our research.

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  • McAlister's meal
    By Mary White 1 day ago

    McAlister's Secret Menu Items You Need To Try

    We've got some fun McAlister's secret menu options for you to try. They just might inspire you to come up with even more super-delicious secret menu hacks.

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  • Burger, fries, and drink from Wendy's
    By Taryn Pire 4 days ago

    How To Score Wendy's Secret Menu Meat Cube Burger

    Wendy's has more than a few secrets, and one of them is this massive burger that goes by the name "meat cube." If that sounds enticing, here's how to order it.

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  • Filet-O-Fish on McDonald's box
    By Brynna Standen 6 days ago

    Barely Anybody Remembers McDonald's Failed Filet-O-Fish Mascot

    Ronald McDonald, Grimace, and the Hamburglar are the stuff of McDonald's legend. Sadly, the chain's fish sandwich mascot didn't catch on in the same way.

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  • Fried fish and hushpuppies from Long John Silver's
    By Taryn Pire 6 days ago

    The Chain With One Of The Most Extensive Fish Menus In Fast Food

    How many fast food restaurants can you think of that serve fried clam strips, crab cakes, and fish tacos? This chain offers all of those seafood items and more.

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  • Slices of pickles on a cutting board
    By Ashlen Wilder 6 days ago

    This Fast Food Spot Has The Best Pickles

    Pickles play a strong yet supporting role in the typical fast food menu, and as such, some are better than others. At this eatery, they're exceptionally good.

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  • The entrance to Iowa 80, the world's largest truck stop
    By Marco Sumayao 6 days ago

    These Are The Food Chains You'll Find In The World's Largest Truck Stop

    Traveling through the great state of Iowa? Consider making a pitstop at the world's largest truck stop, a sprawling space that boasts several familiar chains.

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  • Orders of Popeye's Signature Chicken and KFC Original Recipe Chicken

    Which Has Better Bone-In Fried Chicken: Popeyes Or KFC?

    The best fried chicken has a crisp and golden batter with tender, juicy meat, but which chain gets it right? We put KFC and Popeyes to the test.

    By Jenny Kellerhals Keogh 6 days ago Read More
  • Promotional image of Snack Wraps with McCrispy Strips
    By Taryn Pire 6 days ago

    The Reason The Return Of McDonald's Snack Wrap Didn't Hit The Same

    When McDonald's brought back Snack Wraps, it sounded like a gift from the nostalgia gods. However, the present version came with a controversial change.

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  • Woman pouring syrup on stack of pancakes with side of fresh berries at restaurant
    By Michelle Washmuth 6 days ago

    Breakfast Chains That Use The Highest Quality Ingredients

    These restaurant chains all offer their own take on high-quality breakfasts, from simple, local ingredients to healthier options and sustainable practices.

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  • Hands holding up DQ vanilla- and chocolate-dipped soft serves in cones
    By Erica Martinez 7 days ago

    How Dairy Queen Ice Cream Gets Its Famous Curl

    If you've ever enjoyed a cone from Dairy Queen, you've likely wondered how the chain gets that signature curl on top of the ice cream. Here's the scoop!

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  • Three cartons of McDonald's french fries on tray with drinks, sandwiches, and sauces
    By Stacie Adams 7 days ago

    Is McDonald's Fry Basket A Better Deal Than The Large Fries?

    McDonald's fry basket is available in limited markets nationwide. Is it a better value than the chain's large size of the beloved side? We have the details.

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  • A combo meal from Jersey Mike's
    By Marco Sumayao 8 days ago

    The Secret Jersey Mike's Sandwich That Combines 2 Legendary Menu Items

    Jersey Mike's has a secret menu from which fans eagerly share items online, including an all-timer sandwich that combines two of its most popular offerings.

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  • Michael Jordan smiling at NBA game
    By Marco Sumayao 8 days ago

    The Fast Food Breakfast That Fueled Michael Jordan Day After Day

    Obviously, Michael Jordan ate opponents for breakfast on the basketball court. However, he also reportedly chowed down on this famous fast food sandwich.

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  • McDonald's Filet-O-Fish sandwich atop a cardboard box
    By Taryn Pire 9 days ago

    The 'Grown-Up' Version Of The Filet-O-Fish That McDonald's Discontinued In The '90s

    McDonald’s once offered a “grown-up” take on the popular Filet-O-Fish in the ’90s. Here’s why the upgraded sandwich disappeared from menus.

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  • Culver's burger and French fries sitting on blue tray in restaurant
    By Stacie Adams 9 days ago

    Here's What's Changing At Culver's In 2026

    Culver's remains a beloved Midwestern fast food chain, because it continues to adapt. For 2026, the chain is making several changes and adding exciting items.

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  • Burger King bag on gray background
    By Taryn Pire 9 days ago

    The Burger King Sandwich Even Celebrities Couldn't Make Popular

    Like other fast food chains, Burger King has had many menu items get discontinued. This one in particular couldn't even be saved by celebrities.

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  • Chick-fil-A grilled chicken sandwich
    By Stacie Adams 9 days ago

    The $50 Million Invention Behind Chick-Fil-A's Signature Chicken

    Chick-fil-A went all in on finding the perfect chicken recipe, but was the $50 million investment worth it? Here's what you need to know.

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  • Worker preparing Five Guys burgers
    By Anna Staropoli 9 days ago

    The Popular Chain That Doesn't Believe In Seasoning Its Burgers

    If you can't live without salt and pepper, you may want to avoid this popular burger chain. When it comes to beef, this restaurant is strictly sans seasoning!

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  • McDonald's bag on gray background
    By Alia Ali 11 days ago

    Over 5 Decades Ago McDonald's Introduced This Burger That Changed Everything

    In the 1960s, a man with a vision created an iconic burger that's now sold in countries across the globe, with ingredients swapped out and reworked.

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  • KFC bag on table
    By Erin Wisti 11 days ago

    The Most Outrageous KFC Product That Never Hit Shelves

    KFC is known for its outrageous PR stunts, but this one really took the cake with a totally bizarre product that never made it to stores or restaurants.

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  • Hands holding a McDonald's Big Mac at a table, next to fries and a drink
    By Taryn Pire 13 days ago

    There's A Better, Cheaper Way To Build A McDonald's Big Mac, According To Its Ex Chef

    McDonald's iconic Big Mac has increased in price significantly since its 45-cent debut back in 1967, but there's a clever hack to get your fix much cheaper.

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  • A pile of golden French fries
    By Steven Luna 13 days ago

    12 Fast Food Chains That Serve The Highest Quality French Fries

    Good french fries keep customers coming back, but which chain serves the best? These are the places to try for a more premium eating experience.

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  • Person holding a submarine sandwich
    By Dhruv Trivedi 15 days ago

    The Once-Popular Sandwich Chain Pushing For A Comeback

    This sandwich chain has dwindled from thousands of locations to several hundred. Armed with a new CEO and game plan, the brand hopes to relive its glory days.

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  • A McDonald's Filet-O-Fish sandwich sits atop its box with fries and a drink in the background.
    By Andy Hume 15 days ago

    Why McDonald's Founder Once Thought The Filet-O-Fish Was A Bad Idea

    McDonald's broke new ground when it introduced the Filet-O-Fish back in the 1960s, but before the launch, CEO Ray Kroc made a lot of noise about its inception.

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