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  • A woman holds a burger in one hand and a fry in the other

    The Restaurant Chain Reddit Claims Has Better Deals Than Fast Food Spots

    Some Redditors think this chain's meal deal is ideal for diners on a budget who want a burger and fries, but others aren't convinced that it's worth the hassle.

    By Cara J Suppa 21 days ago Read More
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    The Best Hole-In-The-Wall Mexican Restaurant In New York City, According To Yelp Reviews

    Yelp helps find off-the-beaten-track spots for the best cuisines in the city, and reviewers point to this Brooklyn restaurant for the best flavors of Mexico.

    By Nikita Ephanov 22 days ago Read More
  • Raw steaks showing their various levels of marbling

    LongHorn Steakhouse's Top-Selling Steak Is Known For Its Marbling

    If you're frequenting LongHorn Steakhouse, you're probably there for one of its delicious, favorite steaks. Here's why this one is the chain's most popular.

    By Creshonda A. Smith 22 days ago Read More
  • pictured classic BBQ platter

    The Florida BBQ Joint Where You Can Order A 'Bucket' Of BBQ

    In Florida, there is a BBQ joint that has become renowned for its menu options. Specifically, you can order a bucket of your favorite barbecued food.

    By Nikita Ephanov 24 days ago Read More
  • Closeup of hands holding a roast beef sandwich

    The Once-Popular Roast Beef Fast Food Chain That Arby's Outshone

    Like Arby's, there was a fast food chain that used to offer roast beef sandwiches as its primary menu feature, but it didn't stand the test of time.

    By Cami Cox 24 days ago Read More
  • A hand holds a plate filled with breakfast foods above a buffet table

    This Popular All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Makes Breakfast On The Weekends

    An all-you-can-eat buffet may sound like a challenge for most meals, but one popular chain restaurant offers a stacked breakfast buffet on the weekends.

    By Cami Cox 24 days ago Read More
  • Person holding up a Costco membership card in front of the Costco sign

    This Unique Costco Location Doubles As A Food Truck Hot Spot

    You might think the only food near a Costco comes from the warehouse's food court, but in Hawaii, one location is neighbors with countless food trucks.

    By Cara J Suppa 25 days ago Read More
  • picking up sushi with chopsticks

    The Best Hole-In-The-Wall Sushi Spots You Have To Visit Once In Your Lifetime

    Great quality sushi can be found in a number of places across the world, but these hidden gems are totally worth hitting up at least once in your life.

    By Clare Mooney 27 days ago Read More
  • Someone shreds cheese into minestrone soup, next to a large salad and a basket of breadsticks

    The Wholesome Thing Olive Garden Does With Leftover Food

    It's no surprise that fast-moving casual eateries can have an overabundance of food come closing time, and Olive Garden's solution is amazingly wholesome!

    By Ilene V. Smith 27 days ago Read More
  • Overhead view of a table loaded with assorted shareables

    10 Discontinued Chain Restaurant Appetizers Fans Desperately Want Back

    Some appetizers at chain restaurants are iconic, like the Bloomin' Onion. And sadly they don't always stick around. Customers want these appetizers back.

    By Kevin Haggerty 28 days ago Read More
  • The skyline of Jersey City, New Jersey at sunset

    Only One New Jersey Restaurant Made The New York Times 2025 Top 50

    Every year, the New York Times releases its "America's Best Restaurants" list, in which it highlights 50 of the country's most exciting eateries.

    By Cara J Suppa 29 days ago Read More
  • A customer carries out a large bag with Texas Roadhouse written on the side

    Texas Roadhouse Also Owns These 2 Underrated Chains

    Texas Roadhouse is best known for its tasty steaks, multitude of sides, and fluffy rolls. But did you know that they also own two other must-try chains?

    By Jennifer Waldera 29 days ago Read More
  • hawaiian plate lunch in takeout

    One Of The Best BBQ Joints In America Perfects Hawaii's Favorite Dish

    If you're looking to sink your teeth into some of Hawaii's favorite foods, one American BBQ joint has you covered with an offering of plates.

    By Mathieson Nishimura 1 month ago Read More
  • Crispy chicken tenders on a bed of fries

    Fried Chicken Is The Real Showstopper At This Underrated Seafood Chain

    This fast-casual restaurant is known for its hand-battered fish filets, grilled options, and giant fish sandwich, but its chicken tenders are underrated.

    By Simone Paget 1 month ago Read More
  • Spaghetti with meat sauce on a white plate and being twirled on a fork

    The Boozy Ingredient In Olive Garden's Meat Sauce That Amps Up The Flavor

    If you're a fan of the robust flavor of Olive Garden's meat sauce, here are some helpful tips for using its special ingredient to recreate the taste at home.

    By Alba Caraceni 1 month ago Read More
  • A bowl of Olive Garden Carbonara with chicken and shrimp sits on a table

    Why Olive Garden's Carbonara Sauce Is More Of An Alfredo

    We all know that Olive Garden does not really serve authentic Italian fare. However, it still might surprise you that its carbonara is more of an alfredo.

    By Cara J Suppa 1 month ago Read More
  • Diners enjoying casual dining meal

    The Once-Popular Italian Chain That Went From Booming To Bankrupt

    This restaurant once dished out Italian-American classics across dozens of states, but the chain that boomed in the 2000s is now fighting to survive.

    By Nikita Ephanov 1 month ago Read More
  • Bone in rib eye and a side of green beans on a white plate

    The Reason Texas Roadhouse Steaks Are So Affordable

    Compared to other chain steakhouses out there, Texas Roadhouse is considered one of the more affordable options out there. Here's why they beat the competition.

    By Milly Tamarez 1 month ago Read More
  • Texas Roadhouse sides on table

    The Texas Roadhouse Side We Ranked First Is A Classic

    What would a Texas Roadhouse meal be without a great side? Our taste tester reviewed all of the chain's options, and one classic dish came out on top.

    By Max Dean 1 month ago Read More
  • Steak served at Outback Steakhouse

    Does Outback Steakhouse Use Fresh Or Frozen Steaks?

    Outback Steakhouse isn't quite as popular as it used to be, with food quality seeming to take a hit. But does it serve fresh or frozen steaks to its customers?

    By Nikita Ephanov 1 month ago Read More
  • Maneet Chauhan smiling at Pebble Beach Food & Wine Festival

    The Nashville Chicken Chain That Food Network's Maneet Chauhan Can't Get Enough Of

    Maneet Chauhan of Food Network's "Chopped" loves this restaurant chain that specializes in Nashville hot chicken. Here's what she likes to order.

    By Cami Cox 1 month ago Read More
  • Steak on a wooden board with grilled veggies

    The Best-Selling Steak At Texas Roadhouse Is Also One Of Its Most Affordable Cuts

    It turns out diners really are visiting Texas Roadhouse for the extremely competitive price of a steak dinner. Here's the cut (and size) that's the best seller.

    By Jack Rose 1 month ago Read More
  • Fried appetizer platter with onion rings and fried cheese

    9 Chain Restaurant Appetizers That We're Tired Of

    Opening that chain restaurant menu, you're likely to see the same variations of tired appetizers. These are the ones we think should move on and be replaced.

    By Molly E. Sandwell 1 month ago Read More
  • Filet Medallions and sides at Texas Roadhouse

    Texas Roadhouse's Strict Temperature Rule For Prepping Beef

    You'll be happy to know that for a restaurant with almost half of its menu dedicated to steak, Texas Roadhouse takes its meat very seriously.

    By Milly Tamarez 1 month ago Read More
  • A pint glass of Irish stout on a table in a pub

    The Old-School Chain That Was Once An Irish Pub Haven

    The U.S. has plenty of bar-restaurant chains, including some with an Irish theme. But this old-school chain has a long history with genuine Irish roots.

    By Chala June 1 month ago Read More
  • Gettysburg, Pennsylvania's historic downtown at dusk as the sky turns pink

    The Pennsylvania Restaurant That Was Taken Over By Confederate Soldiers During The Battle Of Gettysburg

    If you want a slice of history served with your well-reviewed meat pie, then you need to head to this historic 19th-century Pennsylvania restaurant.

    By Nikita Ephanov 1 month ago Read More
  • Various dishes and sides at Texas Roadhouse

    The Texas Roadhouse Side We Ranked Last Didn't Taste Fresh

    Texas Roadhouse prides itself on making its food from scratch, but we found that this side lacked seasoning and, most importantly, did not taste fresh.

    By Milly Tamarez 2 months ago Read More
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