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The Best & Worst Waffle House Orders, According to Dietitians
Come sunshine, rain, hurricane, or drought, there’s one certainty: Waffle House’s doors will be open. With a whopping 1,983 locations stretched across the Southeast and up into the Chesapeake region,…
25 Popular Restaurant Items You Can Find at the Grocery Store
Dining out is always a treat, but restaurant-branded products are a great runner-up when you don’t feel like leaving your house or dealing with restaurant crowds. A long list of…
25 Low-Sodium Restaurant Chain Orders
If you’re following a low-sodium diet as part of a heart-healthy eating plan or just want to follow a general healthy eating pattern, it might feel like you can never…
Every Dunkin' Drink—Ranked by Sugar Content
Dunkin’ is famous for its donuts, but fans of this fast-food chain know they also offer a wide selection of tasty drinks. From iced coffees to macchiatos to teas, Dunkin’…
The Best & Worst Menu Items at California Pizza Kitchen, According to Dietitians
California Pizza Kitchen isn’t just a frozen take-home pizza brand. Outside of the fluorescent refrigerator aisle, CPK is one of America’s favorite chain restaurants due to its variety of options…
I Tried 8 Baked Goods at Panera & the Best Was Big, Sweet, and Gooey
Did you know that Panera Bread got its start under a different alias? The company opened its doors in 1987 and operated under the name St. Louis Bread Company for…
25 Restaurant Chains With the Best Valentine's Day Deals
Valentine’s Day is almost here. Cue the flood of red roses, chocolate hearts, and cheesy greeting cards. Feb. 14 is dedicated to helping people express their love, and one popular…
I Tried Every Steak at LongHorn Steakhouse & One Juicy Cut Stood Out
If there’s one thing that Americans enjoy more than a good steak, it’s a good steak served in a Western-themed atmosphere. In fact, two of the nation’s largest, most successful…
15 Healthiest Vegan Fast-Food Orders, According to Dietitians
Following both vegan and plant-based lifestyles are gaining traction across the nation, and with many chain restaurants wanting in on the action, it may no longer be as hard to…
The Best & Worst Menu Items at Tim Hortons, According to Dietitians
Starting your mornings with the convenience of drive-thru coffee and a quick fast-food breakfast from Tim Hortons is a ritual for many seeking a delightful start to the day. Whether…
The Top 50 Fast-Food Chains in America in 2024—Ranked by Popularity
Are you hungry and need food in a flash? If so, you probably do what many Americans do and turn to your favorite fast-food chain for a tasty meal in…
25 Most Iconic Fast-Food Dipping Sauces of All Time
In the fast-food world, sauces are the supporting stars that make the menu shine. Burgers, nuggets, tacos, and fries owe a debt of gratitude to these unsung heroes—condiments that elevate…
I Tried Every Soup at Panera & One Can't Be Beat
It’s winter and that means soup is top of mind. For many people—myself included—thoughts of soup and fast-casual eatery Panera Bread go hand-in-hand. The combination bakery-café got its start in…
The Best & Worst Orders at CosMc's, According to a Dietitian
From the creators of McDonald’s comes a new restaurant chain called CosMc’s, whose first location opened in Bolingbrook, IL back in December 2023. Named after a six-armed McDonaldland alien mascot…
20 Best & Worst Panera Breakfast Orders, According To Dietitians
With over 2,000 locations in the United States, Panera Bread is one of the most prevalent and popular chains across the nation. Many hail it as an alternative to grease-soaked…
25 Best Healthy Restaurants in America
Everyone knows the feeling—you’re slammed with work, rushing to get to an appointment, starving at lunchtime. You need some food, quick. The moment calls for fast food, but how do…
20 Best & Worst First Watch Orders, According to Dietitians
If you haven’t been to this up-and-coming breakfast, brunch, and lunch joint yet, you’re missing out on some fantastic, fresh, and flavorful eats. For the uninitiated, First Watch operates around…
10 Best Asian Restaurant Chains in America
The past decade has seen a huge boom in the ways that the wider American public recognizes Asian food. Even for Middle America, that broad term, “Asian food,” is no…
The Best & Worst Menu Items at Denny's, According to Dietitians
Denny’s is an all-day diner open 24/7 with locations across the United States. Perhaps most known for their pancakes and “slams”, Denny’s also offers plenty of lunch and dinner items.…
I Tried 8 Items From McDonald's New Chain CosMc's & Some Were Horrendous
Earlier this year, McDonald’s made one of the most important announcements in its history: it was launching a brand new spinoff restaurant chain named CosMc’s. Tapping into nostalgia, the name…