French fries and bacon are the two stubborn cravings that Dr. Evan Shlofmitz, an interventional cardiologist with Catholic Health, hears about most often from patients struggling to kick unhealthy habits. And that’s a big problem because both foods have high levels of saturated fat, sodium and trans fats, which increase LDL (“bad”) cholesterol, raise blood pressure … Read more
Five Guys has ditched its iconic fry cups and is now stuffing its famous fries into “environmentally friendly” paper bags — and not everyone is loving the switch-up. The popular fast food chain insists nothing else has changed, promising the same heaping portions customers are used to. But the switch, driven by environmental concerns and … Read more
They cooked the competition. Shake Shack fries aren’t just hot and tasty — they’re also the best bang for a fast-foodie’s buck, according to new data that dubs the eatery, born in New York City, king of the “best-value fries in America.” It’s quite the finger-licking (and affordable) accolade. NYC’s very own Shake Shack is being lauded … Read more
Does getting paid to scarf burgers and dunk fries into your Frosty sound like a dream gig? Wendy’s may have just posted the ultimate job listing. The fast-food chain is hunting for a “Chief Tasting Officer” — a fully remote role that comes with a $100,000 paycheck and one very important responsibility: eating Wendy’s food … Read more
These are some haute potatoes! The Lower East Side shop Bel-Fries is bringing back its wildly popular $10 caviar french fries, which went viral with a staggering 3 million social media views when they debuted in September. “We were having lines down the street and we realized people don’t really have a casual place to … Read more
Virginia is for fry lovers, according to a new study. The poll of 5,000 U.S. adults found the average person of the “Old Dominion” self-reported eating at least 21 pounds of spuds, closely followed by three other heavy-hitting states: Alabama, Georgia, and Maryland, all with the average person eating about 20 pounds per year. On … Read more
Ronald McDonald is gonna be salty about this list. In a new nationwide ranking from Seating Masters, based on over 40,000 Yelp reviews, one burger chain’s golden spuds are un-fry-gettable, according to WWLP. In-N-Out Burger topped the list — scoring a crispy 3.86 out of 5 average across 25 locations. In-N-Out Burger was named as … Read more
McDonald’s fans are lovin’ their “magical” seasoning — but what’s in it? In response to a question asking how McDonald’s flavors their meat, a former corporate chef at the fast-food chain dished on the secret ingredients. “I am gonna divulge some information for you right now,” Mike Haracz, who worked at the Golden Arches until … Read more
They’re pretty clucking unhappy. Chick-fil-A fans are feeling uncharacteristically salty toward the fast food chain after finding out their fave has been tinkering with the waffle fry recipe. “We recently made a slight adjustment to our Waffle Potato Fries recipe, which offers the same great taste while also making our Waffle Potato Fries stay crispier, … Read more
Sweetgreen will now lettuce fully indulge ourselves. The healthy salad chain has tossed a classic fast-food staple into the mix joining in a potential bid to capitalize on the growing “girl dinner” trend. Customers at select stores can now add a side of fries to their order, allowing them to get one step closer to … Read more
Are you celebrating HalloWEENDY’s? Halloween treats aren’t just for kids this spooky season as Wendy’s brings festive fun for the whole family — including the adults. Starting Monday, Oct. 21, while supplies last, fans can order a limited-edition Boo! Bag meal that includes a Dave’s Single burger, small Hot & Crispy Fry, a small Frosty, … Read more
Manning the fries at McDonald’s is no small potatoes. Pennsylvania mom Rayanne, a staffer at the fast-food franchise, tells The Post she often clocks in for shifts at 4 a.m., prepping the kitchen to serve up those crispy spheres of heaven come lunchtime. It’s a task confirmed fast-food fan Donald Trump may be tackling in … Read more
And you’re Out! Beloved burger chain In-N-Out has flunked a new french fry test — with critics categorizing the “divisive” side as “stale, room-temp matchsticks.” “Yes, they’re famously and proudly cut fresh, using Kennebec potatoes,” the fast food pros at Eat This, Not That! explained. Beloved burger chain In-N-Out has flunked a new french fry test … Read more
No wonder we can’t make ends meat. A beefy batch of data has revealed some charred truths about the astronomical prices we’re paying for a burger, fries and a drink across the United States these days, as rampant inflation continues to impact all aspects of American daily life. And while New Yorkers might think they’ve … Read more
It’s Friday — and it’s fry day. For the uninitiated, today, July 12 is National French Fry Day, meaning you’ll be able to score some serious deals on the salty treats at your favorite fast food franchise. The annual event previously occurred on July 13 every year, but it now falls on the second Friday … Read more
An engaged couple ran into quite the issue just hours before they tied the knot — but one restaurant came to the rescue. Immie Teed and Josh Titmouth were set to get married in Exmouth, England, when the unthinkable happened to them. The caterer for their 110-guest wedding came down with E. coli and couldn’t get out of bed — … Read more
If you’ve ever thought that fast food fries are the biggest rip-off due to stingy portion sizes, this might just confirm your suspicions. A sneaky photo snapped by a customer at a Queensland KFC shows a sign that tells workers exactly how to stiff us on the fries. Prepare to feel supremely scammed… The sneaky maneuvers to give you … Read more
This summer’s “It” meal might just be the new “girl dinner.” Comprised of chic cult classics — a Caesar salad, order of french fries and dirty martini — the holy trinity of summer noshing has taken the internet, and local eateries, by storm. The trifecta, dubbed a “NYC happy meal,” has been touted by a bevy of … Read more
A meal of champions apparently doesn’t feature french fries. The 15,000 athletes at the Paris Olympics will forego the deep-fried delicacy in what has been hailed as the largest restaurant in the world: a former electrical power plant that has been converted into a dining hall, spanning 700 feet in the center of the Olympic … Read more
Every Friday is now FRY-day! Wendy’s is declaring Friday, April 19, the best FRYday yet — which is why the fast-food chain is making this Friday the first of many for fans to get free fries. Customers can get any size French fries for free with any purchase every Friday through the end of the … Read more