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Mike D. / Yelp The Best Diner Chains in America
It’s hard to beat your favorite local greasy spoon. But sometimes you’re on the road and you just need a short order breakfast at 6 p.m., or a cheeseburger in the middle of the night. That’s where diner chains come…
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Cheapism These 8 Fast Food Chains Use The Highest Quality Beef
Americans chow down on a whopping 50 billion burgers a year — that’s three per person every week. This burger obsession has fueled a fast-food culture like no other, where chains constantly compete to deliver bigger, better, and beefier bites. But…
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Wilder Shaw / Cheapism Frozen Mac and Cheese Meals, Ranked
If we were to hit ourselves with a quick little “Family Feud”-style poll about what comes to mind for “comfort food,” I’d be stunned if macaroni and cheese didn’t land as the number one pick. It’s the king of comfort.…
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jacoblund/istockphoto Things Boomers Took for Granted That Are Luxuries Now
Remember when you could buy a house with just one income? Those days are long over. But there was a time when those concepts were commonplace. Here are 19 things that Boomers would recall as normal that are now considered…
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Sundry Photography/istockphoto Rite Aid Files for Bankruptcy for the Second Time in Two Years
UPDATE: Rite Aid Closing Hundreds More Stores. Here’s the Full ListRite Aid is back in bankruptcy court, filing for Chapter 11 protection on Monday, May 5 — just seven months after it emerged from its last bankruptcy in September 2024. Here’s…
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Scott Olson/Getty Images Krispy Kreme Giving Out Free Donuts Wednesday. Here’s How To Get Yours
What could be better than a hot, fresh donut? A free hot, fresh donut. That’s what Krispy Kreme, one of the favorite suppliers of (hot, fresh) donuts in the country, is handing out this week. The chain is well known…
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jetcityimage/istockphoto Aldi to Open 225 New Locations Nationwide in 2025. Here’s the List So Far
Aldi is going full throttle in 2025, with plans to open over 225 new stores across the U.S., marking its most aggressive expansion yet. This includes both brand-new builds and conversions…
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u/BabyH1ppo via Reddit.com The Best Sonic Secret Menu Drinks Worth Trying
Sonic Drive-In is a wacky place known for many things, including burgers, chicken, and a solid breakfast lineup. But as a beverage purveyor, they leave the rest of the fast-food…
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Elena Perova/istockphoto 10 Grocery Staples That Will Cost More Because of Tariffs
When word of tariffs hit the airwaves, some people didn’t realize what they would entail. Unfortunately, it’s mostly bad news for most consumers. Tariffs on countries that export goods to…
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©TripAdvisor The Worst Burger Chains in America
Americans eat 50 billion burgers each year. That averages out to about three per person each week, according to the USDA. Some of them are bound to be terrible. We shouldn’t…
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u/BitterFuture via Reddit.com Fast-Food Items That Sold for Big Money at Auction
People will sell anything. That’s probably because people will pay for anything, especially when it comes to swag or limited edition merch. Ever wondered what kind of stuff in the…
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andykatz/istockphoto Costco Products That Frugal Shoppers Say You Should Never Buy
Shopping at Costco can be a great way to save money, even with the membership fee. Some name-brand items are cheaper in bulk, and some Kirkland Signature products are even…
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TennesseePhotographer / istockphoto Subway Closed 600+ Stores Last Year
Subway, the sub giant, isn’t exactly heading for a footlong fabulous future. The chain closed over 600 locations in 2024 alone, hinting that the sandwich empire might be seriously shrinking.…
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jetcityimage/istockphoto In-N-Out Opening New Locations in Four States
Here’s a reason for burger lovers to get excited: In-N-Out is opening several new locations. The incredibly popular burger chain always expands slowly, so any new locations are cause for…
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u/world763 via Reddit.com The Best Burger King Secret Menu Hacks To Try Right Now
Are you at Burger King? I’m sorry to hear that. Maybe you were tricked into it or maybe you’re just there for the one good thing, a rippin’ spicy chicken…
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grandriver/istockphoto 16 Slow Cooker Beef Recipes to Make a Tough Cut Tender
Beef isn’t cheap, but there are ways to make tough, less expensive cuts taste like a million bucks. One of the easiest ways to do that is by cooking it…
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Taqueria El Guacamole / Yelp Best Places to Get A Delicious Taco on Cinco de Mayo
Tacos are a reliably cheap meal option. While many Mexican restaurants have pre-selected combo plates or platters that can be spendy, most also offer an a la carte option for…
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Jack in The Box Unhealthiest Fast Food Milkshakes, Ranked
Ordering a regular milkshake with your fast food meal feels harmless enough — until you realize it might be the most over-the-top thing in the bag. PlushCare analyzed vanilla shakes…