Restaurants & Dining
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Famous BBQ Joints Not Worth Visiting (And Where to Go Instead)
Great barbecue is all about patience. We all know how much patience it requires to cook it, but it also requires a ton of patience to eat it. You need to drive far away. You need to wait in line.…
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Legendary Hot Dog Stands Across America
Franks, wieners, weenies, red hots — whatever they’re called and however they’re topped, hot dogs are a perennial favorite of Americans. Tubed meat is a classic budget staple even when dining out, since a hot dog is often one of…
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14 Unique Outdoor Dining Experiences Across America
Summer days are ahead, which, for food lovers, means one thing: it’s the season to enjoy eating in the great outdoors. No matter where you live in the country, there are plenty of places to enjoy great bites on gorgeous…
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McDonald’s Opening 900 New U.S. Locations
Just when you thought every highway exit already had a McDonald’s, the fast-food giant has decided it’s simply not enough. MickeyD is about to go full Monopoly board on the U.S., with plans to open 900 new restaurants across the…
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17 Most Underrated Items at Fast-Food Chains
We mean no disrespect to the Big Macs of the world, but sometimes the most famous items on chain restaurants’ menus are also the most yawn-inducing. Whether other choices just aren’t what you expect from your favorite fast-food joint or…
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I Tried Every Wingstop Flavor, and This Is the Only One You Should Order
Wingstop doesn’t miss. In terms of fast-food deals, your money is put to work here. The chicken wing wizards, known for their wide variety of wing flavors, are always at the top of their game. I figured it was time…
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The 8 Absolute Worst Chicken Chains in America
Fried chicken is an American classic in all its forms, from crispy, bone-in chicken drumsticks straight from a cardboard bucket to the trendy spicy chicken sandwich. Many chain restaurants specialize…
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The Only McDonald’s Breakfast Menu Items Worth Your Time
A lot of people know just how much firepower the McDonald’s breakfast menu packs, but where do you start your order? There are plenty of options, ranging from pancakes to…
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The Best-Selling Menu Item at Every Major Fast Food Chain
Americans eat fast food an average of 1 to 3 times a week, and when they do, they usually stick to what they know. But it’s not always the flashy…
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Vintage Photos of Diners in the 1970s
Diners are magical places, spirit realms really; houses made with walls full of souls, stories, and legends. These magical luncheonettes, breakfast nooks, and late-night watering holes have been around forever…
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Subway Has Closed 1,645 Locations. See Which States Lost the Most
Retail chains seem like they’re dropping like flies. Joann, a popular craft store, is going out of business completely, and Big Lots closed most locations after bankruptcy as well. But…
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The Best Seafood Restaurant in Every State
There are people out there who don’t eat seafood, and that’s really a bummer for them. Life is a lot less wonderful without the ocean’s bounty. If you’re a seafood…
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Fast Food Items That Spike Your Blood Sugar the Most
We all know fast food isn’t great for you. It’s bad, like really bad, but ignoring that fact is too easy. It gets even spookier once you decide to really…
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10 Things You Should Never Eat on a Cruise
Vacations are a time for indulging, especially cruises. You’re surrounded by restaurants and buffets 24/7, but over-indulging too many times is one thing you don’t want to do on a…
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Disappearing Buffet Restaurant Chains That Customers Miss
Buffets peaked in the 1980s and ‘90s. It seemed like every family was eating at the new buffet restaurant in town, and everyone loved the endless selection and variety —…
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The Most Popular Restaurant Chains Among Boomers
America’s dining culture has changed. Fast food got fancier, menus got harder to read, and acai bowls and matcha replaced the good ol’ Americana burger. But Boomers — being creatures…
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Chipotle to Open 300+ New Locations in the U.S. and Canada. Mexico Is Next.
Fans of the Mexican Grill, rejoice, chances are, your zip code is getting a new burrito outpost. Chipotle is charging ahead with expansion and plans to open more than 300…
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The Most Delicious Signature Meal from Every State
International cuisine generates plenty of buzz, from Italian pastas to Indian curries. But there are plenty of beloved regional gems worth trying throughout the United States. From entrees and side…
