Restaurants - Mashed

By Kirstie Renae May 20th, 2023

12 Reasons Restaurant Food Tastes Better Than What You Cook At Home

Restaurants are meant to be a tasty experience, and the food tends to be better than what you eat at home. Find out what factors affect the taste.

By Amy Bell May 20th, 2023

What A Taco Bell Restaurant Looks Like In Japan

Taco Bell in Japan looks a bit different than its American counterpart. Here are a few differences between the chains.

By Colin McCandless May 20th, 2023

The State (And City) With The Most Taco Bells

If you're wondering where the most Taco Bell restaurants are, then you should probably visit this city or state.

Chick-fil-A employee taking car window order

By Rachael Grow May 20th, 2023

Why You May Hear Chick-Fil-A Workers Yell 'Stored' At Each Other

While waiting in a Chick-fil-A drive-thru, you might've heard workers yelling, "Stored!" If you've ever wondered why, here's the answer.

By Ryan Unger May 20th, 2023

The Best And Worst Things You Can Order At Fuddruckers

If the craving for a burger strikes, Fuddruckers might just be the perfect place to explore. But not everything on the menu is a gold medal-winning option.

By Justina Huddleston May 20th, 2023

Fast Food Restaurants (Like McDonald's) Continue To Ditch Indoor Seating

Moves towards modernization and efficiency have resulted in more fast food restaurants ditching seating inside their restaurants.

By Justina Huddleston May 20th, 2023

The Not-So-Secret Way Morton's The Steakhouse Cooks Its Steaks

There are some secrets Morton's The Steakhouse never wanted you to know, but how the restaurant cooks its steaks just isn't one of them.

By Ryan Unger May 20th, 2023

Things You Should And Shouldn't Order At Outback Steakhouse

Want to ensure your experience at Outback Steakhouse is the best it can be? Take some tips from us on menu items you should and shouldn't order there.

By Séamus Gregan May 19th, 2023

The Oldest Buffet In The World Has Been Serving Italians For Over 100 Years

There are plenty of surprising things about Buffet da Pepi, but it's no surprise that it's been a beloved local institution for over 125 years.

By Nick Pisano May 19th, 2023

The Southern State With The Most Golden Corral Buffets

Golden Corral is incredibly popular with consumers, but one state has more of the buffets than any other.

Person opening up a box of Chick-fil-A nuggets

By Allison Lindsey May 19th, 2023

TikTok Is Salty Over Chick-Fil-A Being Viewed As Worse Than Raising Cane's

TikTok is feeling salty over Raising Cane's beating out its beloved Chick-fil-A as the best chicken restaurant.

By Rachael Grow May 19th, 2023

McDonald's Chicken Sandwiches Look So Much Better In Colombia

Fans who remember when fried chicken was actually offered on U.S. McDonald's menus might be a little envious at just how stacked these Colombian sandwiches are.

By Suzanne S. Wiley May 19th, 2023

What It Was Really Like To Eat At The First IHOP

Eating at the very first IHOP would have been different experience from what customers can expect today. Here's what it was like to eat at the very first IHOP.

By Carlos Hernandez May 19th, 2023

McDonald's Prices Have Skyrocketed Over The Years – And All We Can Do Is Cry-Laugh

McDonald's has built a fast food empire on affordable prices and quick service, but times have changed, with prices increasing by an average of 10% in 2022.

By Dan Thornton May 19th, 2023

Restaurant Menus Have Been Around For Ages

Believe it or not, the earliest evidence of what we in the modern day would recognize as a restaurant dates back to 1100CE and the Song Dynasty in China.

By Naomi Kennedy May 19th, 2023

The Genius TikTok Hack For Getting A Cheaper Combo Meal At Chick-Fil-A

In a viral video, TikTok user @HellthyJunkFood revealed how to DIY an original chicken sandwich at Chick-fil-A for cheap by ordering off the kids menu.

cutting into steak, shrimp and vegetables

By Hannah Beach May 19th, 2023

Fans Told Mashed Their Favorite Chain Steakhouse - Exclusive Survey

Fans told Mashed their favorite chain steakhouse. Here's what ultimately claimed the top spot with our readers.

By Tyler Bunton May 19th, 2023

McDonald's Norwegian French Fry Alternative Has Us Ready To Jump On A Plane

McDonald's Norwegian french fry alternative has us ready to jump on a plane. America is missing out.

By Hannah Beach May 19th, 2023

The Reason Some Restaurants Don't Have Menu Prices Online

Have you ever tried to check a menu online and wondered why it didn't have any prices? Here's the reason why.

By Allison Lindsey May 19th, 2023

The Curve-Ball State With The Most Dunkin' Stores

Dunkin' operates more than 9,400 stores across the US -- 15% of them are in one state alone.

By Hannah Beach May 18th, 2023

A TikToker Played Themself By Paying $20 For Free Taco Bell Sauce

A TikToker played themself by paying $20 for free Taco Bell sauce. It may be one of the strangest deliveries ever.

By Laura Holliday May 18th, 2023

Why McDonald's Was Called Out For Its Big Mac Sauce Pack

McDonald's started selling its Big Mac sauce separately, but the condiment is a little different. Here's why some people were disappointed.

By Colin McCandless May 18th, 2023

Pop-Up Restaurant Taps Into Childhood Nostalgia With LEGO-Shaped Burgers

A pop-up restaurant is tapping into childhood nostalgia with its LEGO-shaped burgers and it is bringing the concept across the U.S. and the globe.

By James Lewis May 18th, 2023

Taco Bell Has Its Eyes Set On More Sustainable Beef

Taco Bell, one of the biggest beef purchasers in the country, has pledged $2 million to make its beef supply chain more sustainable and improve biodiversity.