Fast food aficionados will rejoice with the return of a beloved sandwich later this month — but it’ll only be for consumers in select cities. McDonald’s is bringing back its McRib sandwich starting Tuesday, Oct. 27, though USA Today confirms it will only be available in Los Angeles, Chicago, Miami, Atlanta, Philadelphia and Dallas. The … Read more
The King has gone Kitty. Burger King is slinging a new kind of kids meal. As of October 20, fans of the fast-food chain can go full-on cute AF collectible when they order a Hello Kitty and Friends King Jr. Kids’ Meal. Burger King is slinging a new kind of kid’s meal. Christopher Sadowski The … Read more
Blast off, Las Vegas. Taco Bell has announced a drink-centric expansion and a boozy new addition to its beverage lineup. On October 15th, the fast-food chain announced it will open more Live Más Cafés, a specialty drink-focused concept already available at nearly 40 Taco Bell restaurants in the U.S. Among the new cafes opening will … Read more
Nine in 10 Americans are eating ultra-processed foods without realizing it, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 general population Americans explored how respondents think, feel, and make decisions about ultra-processed foods, and just how far off their perception is from reality. Respondents estimate their diet consists of only 16% ultra-processed foods; however, the … Read more
A swing and a Mich for artificial intelligence? The Michelin Guide, revered as the world’s foremost restaurant rating system, The Michelin Guide, revered as the world’s foremost restaurant rating system, tasked AI to write its 2026 review of Dallas, Texas eateries, claims a jaw-dropping new report. And it’s leaving a foul taste in foodies’ mouths, with outraged … Read more
Fast-food chain KFC on Thursday signed Coca-Cola as its beverage partner to provide sodas at its US stores, ending a longtime deal with PepsiCo. There are 3,718 KFC locations in the US, according to the company’s website. Losing a beverage partnership at the fast-food chain would come as a blow to PepsiCo, which is struggling … Read more
Golden Corral insists its all-you-can-eat chain is booming, despite several abrupt closures over the past nine months. The comfort food buffet confirmed to USA Today that six new outposts are currently in the works, including shuttered spots being revived under new operators. The chain also projects further expansion through 2027 as all-you-can-eat buffets continue to … Read more
Chick-fil-A is comin’ in hot. The beloved fast food chain just confirmed that a new, spice-ified version of their beloved Chick-fil-A sauce will soon be available nationwide — marking the brand’s first new, permanent sauce in a decade. Spicy Chick-fil-A Sauce — a spice-ified version of the brand’s signature condiment that has boasted droves of … Read more
Esto no bueno. A New Yorker filed a class-action lawsuit against Taco Bell, accusing the fast-food chain of falsely advertising its fillings. Frank Siragusa was lured to the Bell to “live mas” last September by images of the brand’s Mexican Pizza. However, according to Siragusa, the $5.49 fan favorite contained only about half the meat … Read more
Winner winner … you know the rest. Beloved Southern chicken chain Zaxbys has, at long last, landed in Manhattan, thereby expanding its territory in the tender takedown. Known for its famous fingers and signature sauces, Georgia-born Zaxbys opened its Upper East Side location at 1267 First Avenue (between 68th and 69th Streets) last week, and … Read more
Be sure to drink your ovaltine. Fruits and vegetables are only half as nutritious as they were 60 years ago, a new study revealed. US produce harvested today is lacking in crucial nutrients, including vitamin C, calcium and iron due to drastically declining soil quality, researchers at the UK-based Deep Science Ventures found. According to … Read more
Burger King has spent decades telling customers to “Have it Your Way.” Now, the Miami-based fast-food chain wants its employees to make sure guests feel like they rule. The philosophy is reflected in Burger King’s more recent “You Rule” slogan — and in how the company approaches hospitality inside its restaurants. “We’re certainly encouraging our … Read more
Winner winner, chicken dinner. El Pollo Loco is setting its wings on a new territory — The Big Apple. The fire-grilled chicken chain recently announced that it will open its first of 15 locations in mid-2027 in Queens. The 15 new spots will quickly come to roost over the next five years. The company said … Read more
McDonald’s has been sued in federal court in Chicago in a proposed nationwide class action alleging the fast-food company illegally coordinates menu prices across its franchises and company-owned restaurants through an AI-powered pricing system. The lawsuit, filed on Friday, said McDonald’s violated US antitrust law by conspiring with independent franchisees to fix prices using algorithms … Read more
Americans looking to save on a quick and easy breakfast may want to look beyond the usual fast-food favorites, as a new ranking highlighted several unexpected chains that also deliver plenty of bang for your buck. The food site Tasting Table recently highlighted 12 breakfast chains that it says offer standout value, including familiar names … Read more
Dining out in California will forever come with an asterisk. Under a new law signed Monday, restaurant chains will have to slap a warning – a sugar cube inside a black triangle – on menus next to drinks packing an entire day’s recommended amount of added sugar. The requirement applies to chain restaurants with 20 … Read more
It’s five o’clock at Chipotle. The American fast-casual chain best known for its overflowing burritos and burrito bowls is bringing back an old fan favorite in celebration of spooky season — its famous margaritas. The beloved drink, which was a menu staple until the chain quietly discontinued it back in 2020, will be available once … Read more
A new KFC restaurant in McKinney, Texas, is about much more than debuting a new design. “This is the Kentucky Fried comeback made real in one restaurant,” KFC US President Catherine Tan-Gillespie told Fox News Digital. The restaurant, dubbed Open House, serves as a testing ground for how the 75-year-old fast-food chain that Colonel Harland … Read more
We all scream for Dairy Queen. To prepare for Halloween, the ice cream-centric fast food chain has announced its first themed menu for the spooky holiday — coined the Spellbound Series — complete with a fresh drink, dessert and sauce. First on the list is the Bubble Brew DQ Sparkler. The modern-day witch’s brew combines … Read more
It’s a smash hit. Viral Los Angeles smashburger popup 10/10 Burger is about to open its first ever permanent brick and mortar location in the US — right in the heart of Hollywood. The new store will throw open its doors at 1253 Vine St. on Oct. 10 — or 10/10. Sign up for the California … Read more