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  • Raw steaks on parchment paper with spice rub

    We Asked Longhorn Steakhouse Whether Its Steaks Are Really Fresh Or Frozen

    A great steak isn't all about how its prepared, but also if the meat is fresh or frozen. So we looked into the sourcing of LongHorn Steakhouse.

    By Paige Novak-Goberville 13 days ago Read More
  • Burger on a plate with fries

    The Burger Menu Red Flag You Should Watch Out For

    When you want a really good burger, it makes sense to head to a restaurant that specializes in just that. However, you should never overlook this one red flag.

    By Milly Tamarez 13 days ago Read More
  • Two older women enjoying a meal at a restaurant together

    13 Chain Restaurants With The Absolute Best Senior Discounts

    Wondering what chain restaurants you can go to get that sweet senior discount? We've got the answers for you, and which spots have the best deals.

    By Kevin Haggerty 14 days ago Read More
  • Two hands hold onto a cheeseburger in a paper sleeve

    Follow This Rule Before Ordering Any Fast Food Secret Menu Item

    If you want to order from a so-called fast food secret menu, you need to do it the right way: Namely, do so when the restaurant is slow and not slammed.

    By Cara J Suppa 15 days ago Read More
  • Shake Shack hot dogs on tray

    We Tried And Ranked Shake Shack's New Loaded Hot Dogs

    Shake Shack is rolling out a new lineup of loaded hot dogs, and we had a chance to sample them all. Which wiener turned out to be the top dog?

    By Brianna Persons 18 days ago Read More
  • Olive Garden Calabrian Steak and Shrimp Bucatini in bowl

    Review: Olive Garden's Calabrian Steak And Shrimp Bucatini Is Pure Saucy And Meaty Goodness

    We sampled Olive Garden's newest limited time pasta to see if this decadent bucatini dish is worth stopping in for dinner or skipping altogether.

    By Dani Zoeller 23 days ago Read More
  • A selection of burgers and pizza on a grey table

    10 Popular Restaurant Chains That Looked Way Different When They First Opened

    Many of the classic chains we know and love today looked incredibly different when they started out, even McDonald's, which lacked its famous golden arches.

    By Simone Paget 25 days ago Read More
  • Buffet style salad bar with various lettuces and toppings

    The Old-School Buffet Chain That Didn't Survive The Pandemic

    Buffet chains took a beating during the COVID-19 pandemic, and one classic Midwestern franchise that you might be missing went out of business during this era.

    By Paige Novak-Goberville 25 days ago Read More
  • The ingredients of a seafood boil sit in a plastic bag

    The Chain With Shake & Serve Seafood Boils In More Than One Flavor

    If you love yourself a seafood boil and think variety is the spice of life, then you need to head on down to this classic chain for its new shake and serve.

    By Cara J Suppa 25 days ago Read More
  • Rick Steves smiling

    Rick Steves' Ordering Tip For An Unforgettable Dining Adventure In France

    If you want to enjoy some of the best cuisine available in France, then you need to take Rick Steves' ordering tip to heart and always choose this.

    By Rachel Rear 26 days ago Read More
  • Texas Roadhouse restaurant

    14 Texas Roadhouse Secret Menu Items That Fans & Employees Love

    Texas Roadhouse doesn't have an official secret menu, but there are many employee-approved and customer-loved ways you can spice up the menu items.

    By Kevin Haggerty 27 days ago Read More
  • A stuffed half of a sub is filled with meats, cheese, and toppings

    The Absolute Best Sub Sandwich Chain, According To Reddit

    If you want to find the best sandwich chain in the country, then Reddit has you covered. There's one chain that rises above the rest by many, many votes.

    By Cara J Suppa 28 days ago Read More
  • A person handing two stacks of hundred dollar bills to another person

    This BBQ Chain Will Pay You $500 If You Complete Its Grizzly Challenge

    If you love barbecue and happen to live in Asheville or Connecticut, then you need to head on down to Bear's Smokehouse for its meatwich challenge.

    By Eli Cohen 29 days ago Read More
  • pictured Cracker Barrel storefront

    Why Cracker Barrel Fans Are Raging Against Its New Modern Decor

    Recently, Cracker Barrel chose to modernize many of its locations, reinventing its classic look. But not all of its customers are happy about it.

    By Nikita Ephanov 1 month ago Read More
  • An old school Olive Garden interior has Tuscan charm

    Olive Garden's Bold Remodel: Why Fans Miss Its Old-School Design

    Olive Garden has strayed far from its previous interior design style, and fans of the restaurant chain are missing its old-school look.

    By Cara J Suppa 1 month ago Read More
  • A filet mignon steak sits on a plate with a roasted sweet potato and a side of green beans and bread, with a neon blue drink at the table

    Save Money At Texas Roadhouse With This Steak Ordering Hack

    Texas Roadhouse has become a staple in many American nights out, so if you want to get the most steak for your buck, try this ordering hack.

    By Simone Paget 1 month ago Read More
  • a tray of bbq ribs and fries at a restaurant

    This BBQ Chain Took The Bottom Spot In Our Rankings. Here's Why

    There are plenty of fantastically delicious barbecue joints out there, but which one is the worst? Our taste testers (and internet reviewers) say this one.

    By Danielle Esposito 1 month ago Read More
  • A slew of fast food including hot dogs, fries, burgers, and pizza

    The Chain Restaurant With Food So Fresh, It Doesn't Use Freezers

    If you want fresh food and you don't want to break the bank, you should head to this fast-casual chain restaurant. There are absolutely no freezers allowed.

    By Max Dean 1 month ago Read More
  • A layered chocolate cake with chocolate shavings and a chocolate drizzle

    The Decadent Difference Between Olive Garden's 2 Chocolate Cakes

    Olive Garden may be best known for its Tour of Italy and never-ending breadsticks, but its desserts are not to be missed, once you decide between these two offerings

    By Katie Moore 1 month ago Read More
  • A hand holding up a spoonful of lard

    Does Outback Steakhouse Cook Its Steaks In Beef Tallow?

    There are rumors going around on social media claiming that Outback Steakhouse cooks its steaks in beef tallow, but is the rumor actually true?

    By Jack Rose 2 months ago Read More
  • bowl of spicy three meat sauce on bucatini

    I Tried Olive Garden's New Spicy Three Meat Sauce, And It's A Total Flavor Bomb

    Olive Garden has a new offering on the menu, the spicy three meat sauce. We've tried it, and, well, yum!

    By Dani Zoeller 2 months ago Read More
  • Cheesesteak on a long roll with white melted cheese on a long roll with sliced beef and onions on a white piece of paper on top of a cutting board

    The Philly-Based Restaurant With 15 Different Types Of Cheesesteaks

    The Philly cheesesteak has made its way across the nation, but this local legend of a restaurant is at the heart of it with over a dozen variations.

    By Alba Caraceni 2 months ago Read More
  • A fork spears a bite of meat cut from a steak

    Is It Easy To Eat Gluten-Free At Texas Roadhouse?

    For those who don't eat gluten, ordering a good meal can be a challenge at any restaurant. How does Texas Roadhouse stack up for gluten-free dining?

    By Cami Cox 2 months ago Read More
  • Slice of a chocolate Cheesecake Factory cheesecake

    Are Cheesecake Factory's Portions Getting Smaller? (Reddit Thinks So)

    The popular casual dining restaurant, Cheesecake Factory, is in some hot water as Reddit users claim portions of one beloved item has grown smaller.

    By Cami Cox 2 months ago Read More
  • Bill Murray discusses film Riff-Raff on XM Radio

    Bill Murray Praises This Chicago Restaurant, Saying It Serves The Best Pizza He's Ever Had

    Bill Murray is no stranger to Chicago, nor its iconic pizza styles. However, shock reverberated when the star declared his favorite isn't deep dish.

    By Jill McDonnell 2 months ago Read More
  • Jamie Oliver giving a talk with one of his cook books

    What Went Wrong With Jamie Oliver's Restaurant Chain?

    Jamie Oliver, aka the Naked Chef, seemed like he was on a winning streak that would never end, but his restaurant empire crumbled without warning.

    By Eli Cohen 2 months ago Read More
  • A pepperoni pizza with hot dog-filled pretzel crust, with one piece of hot dog dunked into a tub of mustard

    The Fast Food Pizza That Featured Hot Dogs As The Crust

    Once upon a time, one major pizzeria decided to bring two food giants together in a moment of science and incredulity: hot dogs stuffed into a pizza crust.

    By Milly Tamarez 2 months ago Read More
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