Late-night fast food and 24-hour dining — once staples of American convenience — have shrunk dramatically in recent years, though some chains are beginning to expand overnight hours again. Across the country, fewer chains are keeping locations open overnight, a shift that began during the COVID-19 pandemic and never fully reversed. Restaurant sales plunged 47% in April 2020 from … Read more
The “Endless Shrimp” are, in fact, coming to an end at Red Lobster’s oldest continuously-operating location. Cheddar Bay biscuit buffs in Tallahassee, Florida, are bidding farewell to the seafood sanctum’s address on North Monroe Street after 56 years of shell-cracking service, the restaurant chain confirmed to The Post. The long-lived locale will officially broil its … Read more
Redheads, assemble! If you have an old, red Halloween wig lying around or have just been looking for a chance to rock some flaming pigtails, burger chain Wendy’s has a contest for you. In honor of World Redhead Day on Tuesday, May 26, the fast-food franchise is hosting a look-alike competition for the iconic face … Read more
Pizza Hut remains America’s favorite pizza chain, according to a new YouGov survey of more than 44,000 diners across the country, edging out Domino’s in a closely watched ranking of national pizza brands. The survey, conducted between March 2025 and February 2026 as part of the organization’s annual restaurant rankings report, found Pizza Hut earned … Read more
One of the most ambitious developments in California will feature a new In-N-Out, The Post can reveal. The sprawling $1 billion outdoor mega park project that will eventually dwarf New York’s Central Park is getting its own cult-favorite burger chain. The Animal Style joint will anchor part of “The Canopy,” a new 90,000-square-foot retail and … Read more
Burger chain Five Guys is shuttering multiple California locations and cutting dozens of jobs as the fast-casual giant buckles under financial pressures — as critics say their high menu prices are pushing consumers away. The chain is permanently closing two restaurants in Los Angeles County, one in Whittier and another in City of Industry. Another … Read more
She made these fast-food fraudsters eat dirt. Stealing someone’s takeout delivery order is in bad taste. Still, it’s a recurring malfeasance suffered by foodies nationwide, from the Big Apple to the Lone Star State and beyond. But when a no-nonsense Uber Eats courier caught a couple of creeps trying to swipe her customer’s chow, she quickly quashed the scheme, … Read more
McDonald’s is offering a $2.50 McDouble for a limited time on its McValue menu — but some customers argue the so-called “deal” highlights how far fast food prices have climbed. “On social media, some folks have voiced their distaste for McDonald’s seemingly never-ending price increases, claiming that customers are falling for the old switcheroo,” The Takeout reported. “Anyone remember … Read more
Chipotle’s CEO revealed that customers have every right to ask for more when they feel like their orders are being skimped on toppings. Scott Boatwright said Monday that diners should never walk away feeling shortchanged when adding salsas, cheese, sour cream, lettuce, fajita veggies, and both types of rice and beans to their orders. “You … Read more
McDonald’s is quietly ending the era of self-serve soda fountains nationwide. The shift, years in the making, is part of a broader effort by McDonald’s to modernize its restaurants, reduce labor and maintenance demands, and adapt to changing consumer habits that increasingly favor takeout, delivery and drive-thru service over dining in. The company plans to complete the transition … Read more
Firehouse Subs is handing out free sandwiches — but only if your name is “in the Mike family.” The popular sub chain, which has more than 1,200 locations in the US, revealed that it would give away medium sandwiches on May 6 to anyone named “Michael” or any variation, including “Mike,” “Mikey,” “Micheala,” “Michelle,” “Michele” … Read more
Cluck yeah — America’s fastest-growing chicken chain is on the move. Raising Cane’s is continuing its rapid nationwide expansion, with nine new restaurant openings — including one in California. The expansions begin rolling out in May as the chicken chain pushes deeper into key markets. The brand has already opened more than a dozen locations in 2026 … Read more
Wendy’s has brought back its Sweet and Sour dipping sauce after months of backlash from customers. The sauce was scrapped in September 2025 as part of a broader menu shake-up that cut several originals, including Ghost Pepper Ranch and BBQ, and introduced a new lineup featuring Signature, Scorchin’ Hot, Creamy Ranch, Honey BBQ, Honey Mustard … Read more
There’s just no eggs-cuse for this. Frequent travelers, those with exacting tastes, are freaking out over the “sick” way hotel chefs prepare scrambled eggs for complimentary continental breakfast buffets. The chow may be free, but foodies are paying for it in disgust. Emmert, a hotel kitchen worker, virally revealed the revolting way she prepares scrambled eggs for … Read more
This may be tough for some chowhounds to swallow. Costco, a members-only warehouse club, oft-praised for its $1.50 hot dog combo, which offers shoppers the meaty treat and a 20-ounce refillable fountain soda for a steal, is altering the deal to be more inclusive. But, thankfully, not more expensive. Costco is reportedly making a monumental change … Read more
McDonald’s is popping off with their new beverages. The fast-food giant announced its first-ever line of refreshers and “dirty sodas.” Earlier this month, reports confirmed the addition of new drinks such as energy drinks and specialty sodas as part of a broader overhaul of its cold drinks menu at US restaurants, but this new announcement … Read more
Shake Shack’s summer menu is smoking hot — and it features an innovation. As part of its Smoky BBQ summer menu, Shake Shack has introduced a BBQ Boneless Baby Back Rib Sandwich, marking a “first-of-its-kind sandwich” for the company. The new sandwich, available Tuesday, April 28, along with a new side of Mac & Cheese, … Read more
If you’re looking for the Upside Down, head to McDonald’s. McDonald’s and Netflix have teamed up to launch a “Stranger Things: Tales From ’85” Happy Meal, inspired by the new animated series that dropped on April 23. The new Happy Meal gives fans a taste of the other side without the fear of Demogorgons, and … Read more
A major expansion of a popular food stand at Disneyland Park is underway as officials look to keep up with surging demand for some of the park’s most viral menu items. The Fantasyland eatery has long drawn heavy crowds, with guests lining up for items like jumbo smoked turkey legs and garlic cheesy brats, which … Read more
A galaxy far, far away just got a lot closer. To celebrate the release of “Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu” in theaters on May 22, Burger King is launching a new, limited-time menu. Participating U.S. restaurants will offer the out-of-this-galaxy menu lineup starting May 4 — because May the Fourth be with you — … Read more