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  • Happy friends eating at an '80s-style diner together.
    By Ashlen Wilder 11 days ago

    Popular In The '80s, These 4 Once-Struggling Restaurant Chains Are Making Comebacks

    Restaurant brands that embrace their heritage are finding renewed success, and these chains popular in the 1980s are now poised for a similar resurgence.

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  • Anthony Bourdain smiling
    By Toby Arguello 11 days ago

    Anthony Bourdain Called This Restaurant's Breakfast Sandwich One Of The Best 'I've Ever Encountered'

    Every once in a while, Anthony Bourdain would eat something so tasty that it inspired a superlative declaration. One of those foods was a breakfast sandwich.

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  • Fried coconut shrimp on a plate
    By Taryn Pire 13 days ago

    The Must-Visit Restaurant For Florida Seafood Lovers, According To Reviews

    Seafood restaurants are all over Florida, but there is competition at the top. The fresh fish at this waterside eatery has gotten noticed for the right reasons.

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  • Texas Roadhouse prime rib
    By Andy Hume 14 days ago

    The Method Behind Texas Roadhouse's Melt-In-Your-Mouth Prime Rib

    Texas Roadhouse follows a few simple steps to ensure it delivers great prime rib every time. Now, you get to know what those steps are and recreate it yourself.

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  • Snyder's Bonfire fish sandwich on plate
    By Austin Havens-Bowen 14 days ago

    The Pennsylvania Restaurant Serving A Fried Fish Sandwich Bigger Than Your Plate

    There are many restaurants that sling top-tier fish sandwiches, but if you want one that's larger than your plate, you might have to head to Pennsylvania.

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  • Curry served in a toilet-shaped bowl
    By Toby Arguello 15 days ago

    The Outrageous Restaurant That Made Diners Eat From Mini Toilets

    Themed restaurants aren't new, but some concepts stand out for being unlike anything you've ever seen, like the place that served food from tiny toilets.

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  • Plated burger at LeRoy and Lewis
    By Austin Havens-Bowen 15 days ago

    This Texas Restaurant Has One Of The Best Burgers In The State, According To Reviews

    When you want one of the best burgers around, head to Austin, Texas, for the L&L Burger — a half pound of brisket with cheese, onions, and a special sauce.

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  • Platter of Cajun fried seafood
    By Sam Schroeder 15 days ago

    The Cajun Restaurant Serving Mountains Of Perfectly Fried Seafood, According To Reviews

    This seafood chain restaurant serves the usual shrimp and salmon, but customers love its creative menu, which serves everything from trout to alligator.

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  • Cabin-themed restaurant
    By Greta Pano 15 days ago

    This Bizarre Steakhouse Chain Was Unlike Any Other In America

    This now-shuttered chain was a hit with families thanks to its fun animatronics. See the spot where your steak dinner came with a memorable little show.

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  • Top-down view of hands reaching into pasta, salads, and seafood on a wooden table
    By Sean Pagnotti 16 days ago

    The Southern Eatery That Birthed A Restaurant Empire

    What if we told you Olive Garden and Red Lobster got their starts from one Southern eatery? See the restaurant behind your go-to casual dining spots.

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  • BBQ sandwich with corn on the cob and coleslaw
    By Sam Schroeder 16 days ago

    3 Once-Popular BBQ Chains Struggling To Survive

    The number of barbecue restaurants in the U.S. is on the rise. However, behind the scenes, some well-known chains, like these three, are struggling.

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  • Bucket of peanuts in metal container
    By Nick Pisano 16 days ago

    Texas Roadhouse Almost Offered Another Snack Instead Of Its Iconic Peanuts

    Before they decided on peanuts, the folks at Texas Roadhouse considered serving this other salty snack to patrons for free before their meals.

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  • Texas Roadhouse bar
    By Nick Pisano 17 days ago

    How Texas Roadhouse Draft Beer Stands Out

    Texas Roadhouse has a few tricks up its sleeve to make sure the draft beer served at the restaurant is as delicious as possible to keep guests coming back.

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  • table filled with Italian food like pizza, beef carpaccio, caprese salad, spaghetti, ravioli, and bruschetta
    By Hannah Warne Latincsics 17 days ago

    10 Best Italian Restaurants In New York

    From wood-fired pizzas and spaghetti alla puttanesca to classy cocktails and breezy patios, these joints offer some of the best Italian dining in New York City.

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  • Platter of Cracker Barrel pancakes surrounded by mini syrup bottles.
    By Anna Staropoli 18 days ago

    Guess How Many Pancakes Cracker Barrel Sells A Year

    Cracker Barrel fans love its tasty pancakes and for good reason: The chain's annual hotcake count is in the millions, so it's had plenty of practice.

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  • Plated burgers at Charlie's Burgers
    By Austin Havens-Bowen 18 days ago

    Where To Find One Of The Best Burgers In Pennsylvania, According To Reviews

    On a hunt for the best burgers in the Keystone State? This popular spot right outside of Philly has perfect patties with all the usual add-ons.

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  • Corn chips and salsa on a table
    By Dhruv Trivedi 19 days ago

    Craving Chips & Salsa? You May Want To Avoid This Mexican Chain, According To Reviews

    If reviews are any indication, one Mexican chain is unfortunately failing at the most essential task of all: serving consistently good chips and salsa.

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  • Steak with fries and corn on plate at Texas Roadhouse
    By Stacie Adams 20 days ago

    Make Any Texas Roadhouse Steak Better With This Sauce Request

    Just ordering a professionally made steak is a big step in the direction of satisfaction. Adding this savory Texas Roadhouse sauce would be a giant leap.

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  • Elvis Presley smiling at a public event
    By Taryn Pire 20 days ago

    The Legendary Memphis Restaurant That Turned Away Elvis

    Being so famous, don't you think Elvis would be welcome anywhere? Apparently not! See which popular eatery said he had to take his food to go.

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  • A plate of tortilla chips and salsa
    By Toby Arguello 21 days ago

    The Mexican Chain With Chips & Salsa You Cannot Miss, According To Reviews

    This Mexican spot has such delicious chips and salsa that diners are filling up on them before their main dish even arrives. You should try them for yourself!

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  • A Connecticut-style lobster roll with crinkle-cut potato chips
    By Taryn Pire 21 days ago

    This Hole-In-The-Wall Restaurant In Hawaii Sells Some Of The Best Lobster Rolls In The Country, According To Reviews

    If you aren't seeking out an exceptional lobster roll in Hawaii, you're missing out on one of the top-tier versions in the U.S. They're made at this hidden gem.

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  • Utensils picking up a serving of eggplant parmesan
    By Taryn Pire 22 days ago

    This Family-Style Italian Chain Is Overpriced, According To Reviews

    Despite this Italian chain's laidback, family-style vibe and kitschy decor, its prices are out of control, according to reviewers. Here's what they're saying.

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  • Guy Fieri in sunglasses and headset, smiling
    By Erica Martinez 22 days ago

    How The Chef From This Texas Diners, Drive-Ins And Dives Stop Became A Fan-Favorite

    Guy Fieri has met some unique chefs and restaurateurs on "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives," but few have captured the hearts of viewers like this Creole cook.

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  • Outback Steakhouse menu
    By Brynna Standen 23 days ago

    Skip The Line At Outback Steakhouse With This Simple Tip

    On a time crunch for dinner and don't want to stand in an hourlong line at Outback Steakhouse? Follow this one tip for expedited seating.

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  • Pizzas displayed on buffet line
    By Sam Schroeder 23 days ago

    Craving Pizza? You Should Probably Skip This Chain, According To Reviews

    If you're craving pizza, and a lot of it, visiting a local chain is a great way to scratch that itch. However, there's one chain pizzeria reviewers say to pass.

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  • Guy Fieri at the Stagecoach Festival on Day 2.
    By Andy Hume 25 days ago

    'It's Dynamite' — The Texas BBQ Spot Guy Fieri Praised For Its In-House Sausage

    See which Lone Star State establishment had this celeb TV host (and customers) raving about its links, which have the perfect amount of heat and snap.

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  • array of restaurant dishes on table
    By Steven Luna 25 days ago

    13 Chains With The Best All-You-Can-Eat Food Offers

    When it comes to a good dining deal, you can't do much better than an all-you-can-eat food offer. Here are some of the restaurant chains serving them up.

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