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  • A close-up of a soft drink from In-N-Out with burgers and fries in the background.

    The Mystery Behind Why This Fast Food Chain Sells 7Up Over Sprite

    While In-N-Out first offered Pepsi-Cola products, the company switched to Coca-Cola in the early '90s — yet it still serves 7Up instead of Sprite. Why?

    By Audrey Freedman 1 day ago Read More
  • Arby's Roast beef sandwiches pictured in advertisement.

    Copycat Arby's Roast Beef Is Just One Seasoning Packet Away

    If you want to enjoy an Arby's roast beef sandwich from the comfort of your own home, you don't have to hit the drive-thru. You just need a seasoning packet.

    By Nikita Ephanov 1 day ago Read More
  • Four Shake Shack burgers.

    The Best Shake Shack Burger Is For Mushroom Lovers

    Food Republic decided to rank all of Shake Shack's burgers, and while our taste tester had no beef with any of the options, there was a clear favorite.

    By Jennifer Waldera 3 days ago Read More
  • A family eats fast food at a table.

    The Fast Food Chain That's Been Family-Owned Since 1921

    You might think that the oldest fast food restaurant is the most successful, McDonald's, but there's one brand, run by the same family, that's even older.

    By Cara J Suppa 4 days ago Read More
  • Tacos and fajita ingredients plated on black slabs.

    This Mexican Chain Is Known For Being Overpriced

    You don’t expect to pay full-service prices for fast food, but customers are slamming one Tex-Mex chain for rates that far outpace its quality.

    By Cami Cox 4 days ago Read More
  • A chicken club sandwich from Zaxby's sits on its wrapper

    Zaxby's Fans Say This Order Hack Brings Back The Original Club Sandwich

    The original Club Sandwich at Zaxby's was made with Texas toast, mayonnaise, and chicken strips rather than a patty like the new version of the sarnie.

    By Cara J Suppa 5 days ago Read More
  • a Taco Bell cash register.

    Fresco Style: The Taco Bell Request That Will Change The Way You Order Forever

    Anyone who wants to order something slightly lighter and infinitely fresher from Taco Bell should try its Fresco style. It will change your taco experience.

    By Nikita Ephanov 5 days ago Read More
  • prepared plate of fried chicken

    Why This Chicken Chain Quietly Changed Its Recipe

    Most fast food chains have proprietary recipes that they guard, adding to their allure with a layer of secrecy. Shocking, then, that a chain changed its recipe.

    By Nikita Ephanov 5 days ago Read More
  • A Filet-O-Fish from McDonald's

    The McDonald's Filet-O-Fish Price In 1991 Has Fans Wanting To Time-Travel

    We all know how inflation has affected prices, causing them to go up and up, but the price people paid in 1991 for a Filet-O-Fish is unmatched.

    By Max Dean 6 days ago Read More
  • Various Shake Shack burgers on a white table

    The Worst Shake Shack Burger Isn't For Topping Lovers

    Shake Shack’s menu is a playground of bold risks, from Korean-style glazes to inventive chicken options, yet one burger remains a rare misfire.

    By Nikita Ephanov 6 days ago Read More
  • Fish burgers served on a cutting board

    This Utah Fast Food Chain Uses Halibut For Its Fish Sandwiches

    Despite distribution hurdles and an expensive retail price, halibut remains the star of a fish sandwich offered at one particular Utah fast food chain.

    By Nikita Ephanov 7 days ago Read More
  • Johnny Cash sitting in a studio with a guitar

    The Forgotten Johnny Cash Fast Food Chain Jingle That Came Out In The 1990s

    While Johnny Cash's music has appeared in many advertisements, few remember that he once sang a signature jingle for an iconic fast food restaurant.

    By Cami Cox 7 days ago Read More
  • A Whopper sits next to Burger King fries on an open burger wrapper.

    The Price Of A Burger King Whopper Was Shockingly Low In 1957 Compared To Today

    Even if you account for the shocking amount of inflation we've undergone, the original price of a Whopper from Burger King was incredibly low.

    By Cami Cox 8 days ago Read More
  • An adult student wearing glasses and holding books bites into a hamburger.

    This Fast Food Chain Actually Has A Real Hamburger University

    One of the most exclusive higher learning campuses in the country isn't any of the Ivy League schools; it's a fast food university from an iconic chain.

    By Cara J Suppa 8 days ago Read More
  • Bride eating a hamburger

    This Fast Food Restaurant Actually Has Weddings – Just Not In The States

    Fast food may not be seen as high class by some, but even Oscar winners dine on it; even better, in these countries, you can have a wedding at McDonald's.

    By Jennifer Waldera 10 days ago Read More
  • A Sausage McMuffin with Egg from McDonald's

    McDonald's Egg McMuffins Once Came With These Sugary Condiments

    McDonald's has rolled back several condiment offerings, including its famous Szechuan sauce and two sugary preserves once paired with Egg McMuffins.

    By Nikita Ephanov 10 days ago Read More
  • Someone grabs a bag of food from a drive thru.

    This Fast Food Chain Won't Use Microwaves Or Freezers At Any Location

    This fast food chain doesn't keep microwaves or freezers in any of its stores, which means everything — from the produce to the beef — is always fresh.

    By Audrey Freedman 11 days ago Read More
  • A Five Guys meal featuring burgers and fries.

    The Right Way To Reheat Five Guys Fries, According To One Of The Owners

    If you want to know the best way to reheat something as notoriously finnicky as fries, it's best to get advice straight from the best expert: the owner.

    By Max Dean 11 days ago Read More
  • Woman eating McDonald's fries and a tray with burgers and a soda

    The McDonald's Cash-Only Rule You Need To Know About

    At some point during the day, you might find, unexpectedly, that your favorite McDonald's is no longer taking card payments, but only accepting cash instead.

    By Nikita Ephanov 12 days ago Read More
  • a Chick-Fil-A combo meal.

    Chick-Fil-A's Chicken Recipe Took Years To Perfect

    Chick-fil-A's classic chicken sandwich may seem effortlessly simple and delicious, but it took the founder Truett Cathy years to get just right.

    By Nikita Ephanov 12 days ago Read More
  • Someone holds up two McDonald's burgers packaged in paper wrappers.

    What Happens With McDonald's Leftover Food?

    It's no secret that a huge percentage of food goes to waste worldwide, but what are big corporations like McDonald's doing to combat food waste?

    By Cami Cox 12 days ago Read More
  • Closeup of a breaded fish sandwich with the upper bun slightly dislodged, showing tartar sauce.

    The Fast Food Fish Sandwich You Shouldn't Overlook, According To Customers

    There's one fast food fried fish sandwich that puts all others to shame. Unfortunately, this bad boy is only around during Lent, so get it while you can.

    By Cami Cox 13 days ago Read More
  • A Ronald McDonald statue photographed from the back.

    How McDonald's Mascot Has Transformed Over The Decades: From The 1960s To 2026

    McDonald's hasn't always had Ronald McDonald as its adorably bubbly mascot, and even then, he has undergone many changes throughout the years.

    By Food Republic Staff 13 days ago Read More
  • A Burger King Whopper with a drink and fries in the background

    How Burger King Cooks Dozens Of Flame-Broiled Patties At Once

    Fast food must be as quick as it is craveable — which is why Burger King's ability to churn out dozens of flame-broiled patties at once is so critical.

    By Alba Caraceni 14 days ago Read More
  • Jersey Mike's sign on front door of store

    7 Changes Coming To Jersey Mike's In 2026

    Jersey Mike's has undergone some big changes in the last few years, and 2026 is no different. Here's what to expect from the growing sandwich chain.

    By Nick Bythrow 15 days ago Read More
  • Meatloaf sandwich with lettuce on a round seeded bun with potato chips on the side

    This Fast Food Meatloaf Sandwich Didn't Last A Year In The 1990s

    When you hear "fast food burger joint," the food that pops into the mind is a burger (or maybe fries) but not meatloaf. No wonder this sandwich didn't last.

    By Alba Caraceni 16 days ago Read More
  • Interior shot of the red booths and chairs lining the McDonald's-branded aircraft.

    The McDonald's Restaurant Where You Can Eat Inside A Real Airplane

    One unique McDonald's location takes dining to new heights, featuring a retired aircraft where guests can enjoy their meals inside the actual plane.

    By Alba Caraceni 17 days ago Read More
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