Restaurants - Food Republic

Holly Riddle

Peter Luger Steak House VP On 136 Years, Top Steak Tips, And A New Vegas Outpost - Exclusive Interview

Peter Luger is an iconic name among New York steakhouses. Jody Storch, the restaurant's VP, spoke to Food Republic about maintaining quality for generations.

By Holly Riddle

Audrey Enjoli

Dunkin's Fan-Favorite Pink Velvet Macchiato Will Return Alongside New Winter Items

After spending almost three years off the menu, Dunkin's fan-favorite Pink Velvet Macchiato will return alongside new winter items for a limited time.

By Audrey Enjoli

New York style Lombardi's pizza on dining table

Sharon Rose

The First Pizzeria In The US Is Still Around Today

There are plenty of amazing pizza joints peppered all over the country, but who started it all back in the day? And yes, the company is still in operation.

By Sharon Rose

Carly Weaver

The 2 Off-Menu Starbucks Drink Sizes You Can Order Anytime

If you wish your favorite Starbucks drink could be a little bigger or smaller, try asking for these cup sizes that aren't always displayed on the menu.

By Carly Weaver

Hannah Beach

The Etiquette Rule You Shouldn't Break When Sitting At The Bar

This bar etiquette rule is one of the sneakiest, and you may have done it countless times before without knowing that it inconveniences the bartender.

By Hannah Beach

Caryl Espinoza Jaen

The Entire Panera Bread Charged Lemonade Controversy, Explained

This is why Panera Bread's Charged Lemonades, a serious of drinks enhanced with caffeine, has landed the company in controversy multiple times.

By Caryl Espinoza Jaen

Hannah Beach

How To Order Starbucks' Secret Menu Starburst Frappuccino

If you love strawberry Starburst, order a custom Starburst Frappuccino from Starbucks using these formulas that are popular on social media.

By Hannah Beach

Chris Sands

Starbucks Just Launched The Merry Mint White Mocha For A Limited Time Only

These are the ingredients in Starbucks' all-new, limited-time Merry Mint White Mocha drink, plus how customers can get their hands on a cup ASAP.

By Chris Sands

Annie Epstein

José Andrés Favorite Region For Fresh Crab

While, yes, José Andrés prefers the crabs from his home country of Spain to all others, there are some in the States that he thinks shine above all others.

By Annie Epstein

Jennifer Waldera

To Ina Garten, Hot Dogs Are A Breakfast Food

Hot dogs may not be traditional breakfast fare, but that isn't stopping Ina Garten from endorsing them - well, chicken sausages, that is - for breakfast anyway.

By Jennifer Waldera

Caryl Espinoza Jaen

Here's Where The Majority Of Starbucks Coffee Is Sourced From

Starbucks purchases a huge amount of coffee every year, and most of those beans come from a certain region of the world that's perfect for coffee cultivation.

By Caryl Espinoza Jaen

Food critic inspecting dish in restaurant

Avery Tomaso

Restaurants Are Awarded Michelin Stars By Secret Spies

Official Michelin inspectors, who often eat around 250 meals for the job in a given year, are supposed to act just like any other customer when dining.

By Avery Tomaso

Starbucks hot chocolate with whipped cream

Jennifer Mathews

How To Get Free Starbucks Hot Chocolate For The Rest Of December

To qualify for Starbucks' hot chocolate promotion, customers must purchase a beverage made by a barista in a grande - the store's term for medium - or larger.

By Jennifer Mathews

Kyle Grace Trinidad

Wendy's 12 Days Of Holiday Discounts Are Packed Full Of Freebies

Fans of fast food will want to find out about the deals Wendy's is offering for 12 days in December, featuring tons of menu favorites for free.

By Kyle Grace Trinidad

homemade pumpkin spice latte coffee with whipped cream

Chris Sands

The US State That Loves Pumpkin Spice Lattes The Most

Google Trends data shows that some U.S. states are way more obsessed with Starbucks' iconic Pumpkin Spice Latte than others, with Hawaii taking the crown.

By Chris Sands

Hannah Beach

How To Tell If A Restaurant's Ice Cream Is Worth Ordering

Knowing which phrases to look for on a dessert menu can tell you all you need to know about whether a restaurant's ice cream or gelato is worth ordering.

By Hannah Beach

Caryl Espinoza Jaen

McDonald's CosMc Menu Could Be Bad News For Starbucks

Social media users are excited about CosMc's anticipated menu, which seems to compete with other café-style venues in the U.S., such as Starbucks.

By Caryl Espinoza Jaen

Hannah Beach

Skip The Water To Get Your Starbucks Iced Tea At Full Strength

Is there anything worse in the entire world than getting a watery cup of iced tea? Well, maybe, but it still stinks. Ask for no water when next at Starbucks.

By Hannah Beach

Catherine Rickman

What Starbucks' Founders Almost Named Their Iconic Coffee Chain

Starbucks almost had a name that related more to its home city of Seattle, but wasn't quite as catchy or unique as the brand name we know today.

By Catherine Rickman

Jennifer Waldera

Why Mayonnaise Tastes Better At Restaurants

If you've tried to make tuna or chicken salad at home to no avail, it might be the mayo. Here's why the condiment always tastes better at restaurants.

By Jennifer Waldera

Dave Fidlin

How To Split Starbucks Drinks With A Friend For A+ Coffee Budgeting

As the Sweeney Todd quote goes, times is hard. Fortunately, you can make things a little easier and save some cash with this simple Starbucks ordering hack.

By Dave Fidlin

Hannah Beach

There's A Right Way To Order Steamed Milk At Starbucks

If you want a topper of steamed milk in your Starbucks coffee, you should know there's a right way and a wrong way to do it - and it could save you money.

By Hannah Beach

Sarah Sierra-Mohamed

Yelp Just Released Its First-Ever Best New Restaurants List

Yelp has just released its Best New Restaurants of 2023 list, featuring 25 of the highest-rated and most beloved new restaurants across the United States.

By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed

Jennifer Mathews

Starbucks, Nestlé Hot Chocolate Mixes Contain Illegal Amounts Of Lead

While not federally regulated, the levels of lead found in both Nestlé and Starbucks hot chocolates violate food safety laws present in California.

By Jennifer Mathews

Cheesecake Factory Peppermint Stick Chocolate Swirl Cheesecake

Sarah Sierra-Mohamed

Cheesecake Factory Drops Iconic Peppermint Bark For A New Minty Flavor

The Cheesecake Factory has announced its new holiday cheesecake flavor, the Peppermint Stick Chocolate Swirl Cheesecake, which is now available.

By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed

Hannah Beach

The Size Difference Between Hot And Cold Venti Drinks At Starbucks

Not all Starbucks drinks are created equal in size. A venti cold cup is actually slightly larger than its hot counterpart, supposedly to accommodate ice.

By Hannah Beach

Avery Tomaso

The Fanciest College Dining Hall In The US, According To Students

Fancy, delicious, and offering more options than a super-mall's food court, this university campus offers students the best of the best year round.

By Avery Tomaso