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Costco's Berry Sundae and Chicken & Bacon Sandwich, set against a swirly reddish background

Everything on Costco’s Food Court Menu in 2025
From the famous hot dog to the viral chocolate chip cookie, here's what's available right now at the retailer's fabled snack counter.
A classic French dip sandwich with fries and au jus set against a vibrant background

4 Popular French Dip Sandwiches, Ranked By Taste
The famously dunkable sandwich is an American classic. We dipped into several popular chains from Arby's to Outback to find #1.
A porterhouse t-bone steak and baked potato from Texas Roadhouse set against a colorful background

Every Texas Roadhouse Steak, Tasted & Ranked
America's most popular steakhouse serves many excellent cuts, but one stood out as truly excellent.
7 Costco Controversies That Rocked the Warehouse Club in 2024

7 Biggest Costco Controversies Of 2024
From dubious products to strict rule enforcement, many hot-button issues have sparked debate among club members this year.
My Grandma's Egg Casserole Is The Cozy Christmas Brunch Dish You Need

The Cozy Christmas Brunch Casserole You Need
Kick off Christmas morning with the ideal comfort food recipe to feed a crowd for under $20.
A storefront pf the popular casual-dining brand LongHorn Steakhouse set against a vibrant background.

LongHorn Steakhouse Is Seeing a Major Traffic Boom
Traffic at the beloved steakhouse has spiked in November.
Grilled steaks on graphic background

Are Costco's Prime Steaks Worth the Extra Money?
Prime vs. Choice cuts—which ones are the better value?
A cut of New York strip steak floating above a Costco warehouse on a vibrant background

The #1 Best Costco Hack To Save Money on Steak
Fill your freezer with good-quality beef with this DIY technique.
A closeup of a Costco Gold-level membership card set against a vibrant background.

The #1 Reason to Join Costco in December
The holidays are the best time to shop at America's leading warehouse club—here's why.
McDonald's Bacon Quarter Pounder set against a vibrant background.

5 Fast-Food Bacon Cheeseburgers, Ranked By Taste
From McDonald's to Shake Shack, we tasted the bacony burgers at popular chains to find the very best.
A pair of cheesesteak subs from Jersey Mike's, set against a swirly blue background

Every Jersey Mike's Cheesesteak, Tasted & Ranked
The legendary Philly-style hoagie is a specialty at the fast-growing sandwich chain. We sampled all 12 varieties to find #1.
A Thanksgiving-style roast turkey set against a vibrant background.

5 Grocery Chains With Cheap Thanksgiving Turkeys
Looking for a good deal on a big, juicy bird this year? These stores offer the lowest prices.
A chicken tender from KFC, dripping with sauce and held in a woman's fingers, all set against a vibrant purple background.

KFC vs. Raising Cane's Chicken Tenders: Which is #1?
We pitted the Colonel's new Original Recipe tenders up against Cane's popular fingers.
taco bell storefront

4 Taco Bell 'Decades' Items, Tasted & Ranked
Four long-gone favorites are finally back at the popular taco chain. We tried them all to see which lives up to its legend.
The storefront of a Texas Roadhouse restaurant set against a vibrant background

6 Reasons Texas Roadhouse Steaks Are So Cheap
The popular steakhouse chain consistently charges less than its big-name rivals—yet outsells them all.
Texas Roadhouse restaurant exterior

Texas Roadhouse Just Raised Its Prices Again
Customers may still find the latest news easier to swallow than prior increases by the popular steakhouse chain.
A quartet of popular energy drinks set against a colorful background.

7 Popular Energy Drinks, Tasted & Ranked
We sampled popular flavors from major brands including Red Bull, Monster, and Celsius, to find the tastiest energy drink around.
The sign for popular steakhouse chain Texas Roadhouse set against a colorful background.

9 Juicy Facts About Texas Roadhouse
You know about the food and the lively atmosphere, but here's what you don't know about America's most wildly popular steakhouse chain.
Popeyes new Ghost Pepper Chicken Sandwich set against a vibrant background.

How Spicy Is Popeyes' Ghost Pepper Chicken Sandwich?
What happens when America's most popular fried chicken sandwich meets one of the world's hottest chili peppers? We decided to find out.
Pumpkin pies from Costco, Sam's Club, Wegmans and Whole Foods

The #1 Best-Tasting Grocery Store Pumpkin Pie
Most major grocers pride themselves on seasonal bakes, but one pumpkin pie knocked it out of the park.
The All-American Cheeseburger at Texas Roadhouse set against a vibrant background

3 Popular Steakhouse Burgers, Tasted & Ranked
The three biggest steakhouse chains battle it out for the best burger.
Texas Roadhouse vs. LongHorn Steakhouse: Which Serves the Best Bone-In Ribeye?

Bone-In Ribeye Taste Test: Texas Roadhouse vs. LongHorn
Both chains take pride in how they prepare this popular steak, but which one tastes better?
Chicken nuggets dipped in ketchup on a blue background

The #1 Best-Tasting Frozen Chicken Nuggets
Not every breaded chunk of chicken tastes the same. Some are quite refined, but will your kids eat them?
A closeup of red sauce-covered spaghetti, including noodles twirled with a fork, set against a vibrant green background

The Big Problem With Olive Garden's Never Ending Pasta Bowl
There's a reason the popular all-you-can-eat promotion is back even earlier in 2024.
A bowl of fettucine Alfredo topped with chicken fritta at Olive Garden, set against a vibrant green background.

Every Olive Garden Never-Ending Pasta, Tasted & Ranked
The popular all-you-can-eat option is back, but is it worth your money?
The Double Char from Habit Burger Grill held by two hands, set against a colorful blue background

Habit Burger's Double Char Is an American Classic
Voters picked Habit Burger Grill's Double Char as the nation's best burger of 2024. We tasted it to find out if the flavor matches the hype.
Broiled steak on a butter-drenched white plate at Ruth's Chris Steak House

4 Popular Ruth's Chris Steaks, Tasted & Ranked
From a tender filet to the juicy bone-in strip, I tasted several prime cuts at America's favorite restaurant chain.
The new "Sonic Smasher" burger, featuring two smashed patties, cheese, pickles and sauce, set against a vibrant blue background

Sonic's New Premium Burger Is Missing Something
The popular drive-in chain is the latest to join the smash burger bandwagon. Here's how its "elevated" new option tasted.
A porcini-rubbed ribeye steak with balsamic vinegar on a white plate, set against a vibrant orangish pink background.

5 Popular Capital Grille Steaks, Tasted & Ranked
From tender filet to juicy ribeye, we tasted the steakhouse chain's dry-aged cuts to find the very best.
An array of store-bought hot dog brands beside two cooked franks with mustard and relish set against a colorful background.

7 Store-Bought Hot Dogs, Tasted & Ranked
'Tis the season of the tubesteak: find out which beefy brand should top your summer shopping list.
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