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  • A Taco Bell Crunchwrap Supreme cut in half sits on its restaurant food wrapper

    Taco Bell Fans Will Love This Viral Crunchwrap Hack (And It's Cheaper, Too)

    There's nothing more satisfying than recreating your favorite fast food item at home, especially if it's cheaper. Check out this budget-friendly Crunchwrap hack.

    By Cami Cox Read More
  • McCrispy Strips and Creamy Chili Dip on a yellow background

    McDonald's McCrispy Strips Have Fans Begging For This One Discontinued Item

    McDonald's has launched its new McCrispy Strips, much to the dissatisfaction of the Internet, and has fans begging for this one thing instead.

    By Simone Paget Read More
  • burgers, fries, and sauces on a yellow background

    Where Can You Find The Cheapest Fast Food Burger In The US? (Hint: It's Not McDonald's)

    There's no better feeling than getting a great deal, even when it comes to fast food. So, where can you find the cheapest fast food burger in America?

    By Jennifer M. McNeill Read More
  • In-N-Out burger soft drink with palm tree logo on cup in front of burger and fries

    Why Some In-N-Out Burger Locations Have 2 Crossed Palm Trees

    Have you ever wondered why you're able to spot a pair of crossed palm trees outside of nearly every In-N-Out location? They didn't grow that way by accident!

    By Erin Metz Read More
  • Chicken fingers with dipping sauce

    Huey Magoo's Vs Raising Cane's: What's The Difference Between The 2 Chicken Chains?

    If you're lucky enough to have both Huey Magoo's and Raising Cane's near you, you may be wondering what the difference is. Here's how to decide which is best.

    By Shantella Huddleston Read More
  • A customer orders at a fast food counter

    How Fast Food Restaurants Quietly Make You Spend More Than You Planned

    There's no doubt that fast food prices have grown increasingly more expensive, but pricey burgers are not the only way chains are getting you to spend more.

    By Eli Cohen Read More
  • Fresh chicken fingers with fries and various dipping sauces on a plate

    The Alabama Fried Chicken Chain With A Unique Dipping Sauce You Can't Find Elsewhere

    An Alabama-based fried chicken chain boasts a creamy, vinegary, sweet, and spicy dipping sauce that complements its fries and tenders perfectly for dunking.

    By Paige Novak-Goberville Read More
  • Two of Culver's Butterburgers in trays

    What Makes Culver's ButterBurgers So Unique?

    When you are craving a delicious burger but you only have time to stop by a drive-thru, Culver's is the right place to visit for a tasty ButterBurger.

    By Paige Novak-Goberville Read More
  • A cooked hot dog topped with yellow mustard and ketchup against a gray background

    '$7 For A Hot Dog Is Robbery:' The Expensive Fast Food Fans Are Tired Of Paying For

    Unfortunately, the expensive Five Guys hot dog is not the only thing on the menu that has caused fans to worry about their budget constraints.

    By Erin Metz Read More
  • Fast food burgers and fries in carry out containers

    Chain Vs Franchise Restaurants: What's The Actual Difference?

    Contrary to popular belief, the term "chain" and "franchise" do not mean the same thing -- in fact, the two have some rather important distinctions.

    By Katie Moore Read More
  • A group of friends eat burgers and drink smoothies at a fast food booth

    This Was The First Fast Food Restaurant In History — And It's Not What You'd Expect

    This fast food chain deserves its moment in the sun, not only for pioneering the industry, but also for surviving the rise of a legion of competitors.

    By Eli Cohen Read More
  • A batch of breaded chicken is fried in oil in an industrial kitchen

    The Fast Food Chain That Fries Its Chicken In Beef Tallow

    Most fried chicken chains use oil to whip up crispy, crunchy fried chicken -- but this one restaurant still uses beef tallow, and the flavor speaks for itself.

    By Cara J Suppa Read More
  • Variety of different chicken options from Sticky's on wooden table

    The Fast Food Fried Chicken Chain That's Trying To Stay Open Since Declaring Bankruptcy

    Over a dozen chain restaurants filed for bankruptcy in 2024, but one beloved fast food chain known for its chicken is trying to stay open anyway.

    By Jennifer Waldera Read More
  • A 'Sorry we're closed' sign hangs on the roll-down door of a business

    The Fast Food Chain With The Most Locations In The US Has Quickly Been Shrinking

    Fast food chains have struggled in recent years as chains continue to shutter doors, but the one with the most locations in the U.S. may be doing so on purpose.

    By Cami Cox Read More
  • a variety of fast casual foods including burgers and salad bowls

    Fast Food Vs Fast Casual: Here's The Clear Difference You'll See Right When You Walk In The Door

    In the world of quick eats, fast food and fast casual restaurants reign supreme, but what is the actual difference between these two types of establishments?

    By Chala June Read More
  • close up of a crispy fish sandwich

    What's Really In Wendy's Fish Sandwich?

    It's that magical time of year when every fast food joint has a fish sandwich available. Here's the type of fish Wendy's uses in its fish sandwiches.

    By Shantella Huddleston Read More
  • Fried chicken from KFC in paper plates

    Are These The 11 Spices That Make KFC's Fried Chicken Taste So Good?

    KFC is famously secretive about its famous 11 herbs and spices blend for the iconic fried chicken -- but a leak may have officially revealed the recipe.

    By Katie Moore Read More
  • A woman seated in her car lifts a fry with one hand, while holding onto a burger with her other hand

    What Is Actually Considered Fast Food?

    Fast food is an American staple and has been for decades. But what, precisely, does the term fast food mean? Is there even a clear definition?

    By Cara J Suppa Read More
  • Two In'N'Out double doubles, animal style with extra spread and grilled onions, sit in the company's iconic red tray

    In-N-Out Burger's Secret To Staying Exclusive & Why It Hesitated To Expand Beyond The West Coast

    In-N-Out is famously a West Coast institution, honoring its California roots. Until recently, the company has seen very little eastward expansion, but why?

    By Richard DiCicco Read More
  • KFC food, including a bucket of fried chicken, french fries, a soda, two closed food container boxes, and a KFC paper bag

    The US State With The Most KFC Locations Isn't Kentucky

    While it would be logical to assume that the largest number of KFC locations is likely to be found in the Bluegrass State, that assumption would be incorrect.

    By Cami Cox Read More
  • Pile of extra crispy french fries

    The Popular Wing Chain That Uses Beef Tallow For Delicious, Crispy Fries

    Wings are the name of the game at this fast casual restaurant, but that's not all the chain does. In fact, its fries are famous thanks to being fried in tallow.

    By Katie Moore Read More
  • Box of Taco Bell chicken nuggets with an open dipping sauce and fries in a car with a woman's hand holding a soda

    What Are Taco Bell's Chicken Nuggets Made Of?

    When Taco Bell debuted its Chicken Nuggets, fans eagerly embraced the fast food chain's new product. But this also had many asking about what's in them.

    By Alba Caraceni Read More
  • Fried chicken in a gold bucket surrounded by sauces

    The Fried Chicken Chain In Just 14 US States That Offers Spaghetti On Its Menu

    You might not think of spaghetti as a common fast food item. However, this one fried chicken chain is offering just that — delicious spaghetti and chicken!

    By Alba Caraceni Read More
  • McDonald's Sausage and Egg McMuffin

    Copycat McDonald's Breakfast Sandwiches Aren't Complete Without One Frozen Sausage

    For the ultimate copycat McDonald's breakfast sandwich, this frozen sausage brand is an absolute must — and you can find it at a major retailer.

    By Simone Paget Read More
  • A woman holds a Jack in the Box burger placed in a cardboard box lined with parchment paper

    The Struggling Fast Food Burger Chain Planning To Close Locations And Sell Its Taco Brand

    Fast food chains have been hit hard in 2025, and one major player on the West Coast is slated to close down 200 locations, amidst other big changes.

    By Cara J Suppa Read More
  • A double quarter pounder sits in its box, next to a box of McDonald's fries and a soda

    What's The Difference Between A McDonald's Double Quarter Pounder In The US And Canada's Big Arch Burger?

    International McDonald's menus often offer different versions of items found in the US -- but how different is Canada's Big Arch Burger, really?

    By Food Republic Staff Read More
  • Sauce drips from a McDonald's McCrispy Strip that is piled on top of others

    How Are McDonald's New McCrispy Strips Different From Its Discontinued Chicken Selects?

    McDonald's has officially announced a new chicken strip menu item, but fans are still disappointed, as they long for the crispy, crunchy bite of Chicken Selects

    By Cara J Suppa Read More
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