Restaurants & Dining

Enjoy a new fast-food experience with a Jack in the Box meal featuring curly fries, chicken nuggets, a mozzarella stick, and a purple drink in a Halloween-themed cup, all served on branded paper and a tray.

The Newest Fast-Food Menu Items Dropping This Month

Discover the best new fast-food menu items to try at popular chains this month.

October 10, 2025

A serving of crinkle-cut fries, fried chicken tenders, three cups of dipping sauce, and a sesame seed bun on branded paper.

Top 10 Fast-Food Chicken Chains in America

America loves fast-food chicken, but doesn’t always agree on which place has the best. A new study reveals America’s most popular fast-food chicken chains.

October 9, 2025

A plate of eggplant parmesan topped with chunky red tomato sauce, grated cheese, and a fresh basil leaf, served on a white dish against a dark background.

51 Best Old-School Italian Restaurants in America

Discover the best old-school Italian restaurants across the U.S. — state by state picks for authentic pasta, veal Parmesan, cannoli, and more.

October 8, 2025

A cheeseburger with lettuce, tomato, red onion, bacon, and onion rings sits next to a metal cup filled with curly fries, both served on TGI Fridays-branded paper on a wooden table.

TGI Fridays Offering Free Food to Some Federal Workers During Government Shutdown

TGI Fridays is giving back by offering free meals to TSA and air traffic controllers during the federal government shutdown.

October 8, 2025

A plate of nachos topped with meat, cheese, and tomatoes sits next to a margarita garnished with a lime and a salt rim on a restaurant table.

Chi-Chi’s Is Back After 20 Years. Here’s What Customers Think So Far

After over 20 years, Chi-Chi’s Mexican restaurant is staging a comeback. See what customers are saying about the Chi-Chi’s reopening.

October 8, 2025

8 Fast-Food Chains That Never Use a Microwave

Microwaves are a convenient appliance in your own kitchen. But when you’re spending money at a restaurant, even a fast-food chain, it’s nice to know that your food is freshly cooked and not heated in a microwave. Believe it or…

October 7, 2025

A white oval dish with baked eggplant rollatini topped with tomato sauce and grated cheese, surrounded by toasted bread sticks on a white plate. A small dish of olive oil with herbs is partially visible on the side.

The 7 Worst Italian Chain Restaurants in America

Here are some of America’s worst Italian chain restaurants chains you should probably stay away from, according to customers.

October 7, 2025

Banner for Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers announcing "Opening Soon." It also states, "Now Hiring Shift Managers," and shows chicken fingers, fries, coleslaw, and toast. Website: CaniacCareers.com.

Raising Cane’s to Open Six New Restaurants by End of October

Craving chicken fingers and Texas toast? You’re in luck: new Raising Cane’s locations are opening across the country. Here’s what to know.

October 6, 2025

Mushroom Swiss Burger, Rudford's All-American Diner, San Diego

11 Foods You Should Never Order At A Diner

From cream pastries to seafood and salad, learn why some classic diner foods are risky or overrated. Here are 11 foods you should never order at a diner.

October 3, 2025

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10 Fast-Food Restaurants That Never Use Frozen Beef

While many fast-food restaurants rely on frozen ingredients, others aim to keep things fresh. Here are ten fast-food chains that never use frozen beef.

October 2, 2025

The Best Sandwich Chain Out There (and 9 Other Ones That Are Just Okay)

Do you have a favorite sandwich shop? See if yours made our ranking of the best sandwich chains out there.

October 1, 2025

Jack in the Box: $6 Chili Cheeseburger Combo

The Worst Burger Chains in America

From hockey puck beef to crumbly buns, these are the worst burger chains in America, according to customers.

October 1, 2025

A hand holding a container of crispy, golden-brown chicken tenders from Wendy's, with a cup of dipping sauce visible in the background.

Wendy’s Makes Chicken ‘Tendys’ a Permanent Menu Item With New Sauces

Wendy’s Chicken Tendys, the chain’s chicken tenders, are on the menu for good. Here are the details on Wendy’s chicken tenders and new sauces.

September 30, 2025

Close-up of the best chicken wings—saucy and crispy, garnished with chopped fresh herbs on a white plate. The glossy, reddish coating hints at a spicy or tangy sauce for bold flavor in every bite.

The Best Chicken Wings in Every State

We looked to customer reviews, critics picks, and personal experience to find the best chicken wings in every state to add to your bucket list.

September 30, 2025

7 Fast-Food Chains That Serve Low-Quality Beef

The quality of beef served at fast-food chains can vary wildly and some are worse than others. Here are seven fast-food chains with low-quality beef.

September 27, 2025

A plate of classic diner foods featuring two breaded crab cakes, crispy French fries, and a small side salad with lettuce and tomato slices, garnished with a sprig of parsley—true to the diners’ tradition of serving the best diner food.

13 Old-School Diner Foods That Vanished From Menus

While retro diners remain popular, many of the dishes they once served are no longer. Here are 13 classic diner foods that have disappeared from menus.

September 26, 2025