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  • The Original Pancake House neon logo
    By Chloe James March 30th, 2024

    What It Was Like To Eat At The First Pancake House (Not IHOP)

    The first pancake house was not actually IHOP. Learn about the beginnings of the popular Original Pancake House and what it was like to eat there in the 1950s.

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  • customers eating orange chicken
    By Cheyenne Wiseman March 30th, 2024

    Panda Express Menu Items The Staff Avoid At All Costs

    Panda Express is a reliable place to go if you're craving American Chinese food. Find out what employees recommend avoiding before placing your order.

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  • olive garden meal spread
    By Brian Boone March 30th, 2024

    Shady Things About Olive Garden's Menu

    Olive Garden might be popular for its unlimited breadsticks and salads, but underneath these charming qualities, the chain hides a few shady doings.

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  • Waffle House and IHOP
    By Steven Luna March 25th, 2024

    Waffle House Vs IHOP: Everything You Need To Know

    These two casual dining titans have their passionate fans, but how do they compare? We take a look at how IHOP and Waffle House stack up.

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  • Cracker Barrel storefront
    By Matthew Swigonski March 23rd, 2024

    Rules That Cracker Barrel Employees Have To Follow

    Cracker Barrel enforces relatively strict employee policies. We're checking out some of the rules that Cracker Barrel employees have to follow.

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  • Chicken salad sandwich lettuce
    By Brianna Persons March 18th, 2024

    12 Chain Restaurant Chicken Salad Ranked From Worst To Best, According To Customers

    Chicken salad is a simple at-home meal, but how do chain restaurant versions stack up? We scoured reviews to rank popular chain restaurant chicken salads.

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  • Steaks on the grill
    By Jaylen Heady March 10th, 2024

    These Are The Only 8 States Without A LongHorn Steakhouse

    As unlikely as it seems, LongHorn Steakhouse does not have locations in every state.You may find the regions lacking this popular chain surprising.

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  • steak rice veggies white plate
    By Mary K. Cahill March 10th, 2024

    The Rise And Fall Of Lone Star Steakhouse

    Lone Star Steakhouse was once at the top of the Texas-themed steak restaurant game. Now, there's only one location left in the world. Here's what happened.

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  • fettuccini alfredo
    By Brynna Standen March 9th, 2024

    Why You Shouldn't Take Garlic Shortcuts With Copycat Olive Garden Alfredo Sauce

    If you're trying to recreate the flavors of Olive Garden dishes with Alfredo sauce, fresh garlic cloves are a must among your ingredients list.

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  • Thin Mints on marble surface
    By Jennifer Mashuga March 8th, 2024

    The Heartfelt Reason Olive Garden Bought 93 Boxes Of Girl Scout Cookies

    Popular restaurant chain Olive Garden wants to be known for more than just Never Ending Pasta Bowls - it also wants folks to know that it gives back.

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  • hands holding fried chicken
    By Cheyenne Wiseman March 8th, 2024

    14 Unhealthiest Chain Restaurant Chicken Dishes

    Ordering chicken might seem like a healthy option at a chain restaurant, but some dishes are the total opposite. Discover what chicken dishes to avoid.

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  • cracker barrel cinnamon roll pie
    By Georgie Fenn March 5th, 2024

    The Best And Worst Of Cracker Barrel's Seasonal Items

    Cracker Barrel has a stable of longtime fan favorites, but it regularly puts up new items too. Some of those seasonal items are wins, while others are a miss.

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  • Woman carrying Olive Garden takeout bag
    By Madisen Swenson March 1st, 2024

    This State Has The Most Olive Garden Restaurants In The US

    They say everything's bigger in Texas, but did you know the Lone Star State is home to the most Olive Garden restaurants in the U.S.? Here's why.

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  • Chicken wings with sauce
    By A Riddell February 28th, 2024

    Buffalo Wild Wings Is Bringing The Honey With 2 New Sauces

    Buffalo Wild Wings is offering two new sauces in honor of March Madness, and one of them looks pretty familiar. Here's what you need to know.

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  • full breakfast plate
    By Ariane Lang February 27th, 2024

    Cracker Barrel Vs Dennys: How The Restaurants Compare

    Denny's and Cracker Barrel offer a casual dining experience that makes a great outing with family or friends. Find out which chain to visit for the best time.

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    By Steven Luna February 22nd, 2024

    Cracker Barrel Appetizers, Ranked Worst To Best

    Cracker Barrel is known for its delicious main dishes, but how to the appetizers measure up? We ordered all of them to find out for ourselves!

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  • Bahama Breeze lip glosses
    By Jennifer Mashuga February 16th, 2024

    Bahama Breeze Shakes Up New Margarita-Flavored Lip Gloss

    Bahama Breeze loves its drinks, and now the Caribbean-inspired chain is branching out into lip glosses. Here's the info on its three new glossy flavors.

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  • Olive Garden soup salad breadsticks
    By Matt Malmlund February 14th, 2024

    Olive Garden Side Dishes Ranked Worst To Best

    We sampled a variety of side dishes for this Olive Garden ranking. And while you can't go wrong with any of them, some are definitely better than others.

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  • Buffalo Wild Wings with sauce
    By Mashed Staff February 12th, 2024

    Super Bowl Overtime Means Free Buffalo Wild Wings

    Super Bowl 2024 couldn't be contained in a standard-length game. It went into overtime, meaning it was time for Buffalo Wild Wings to offer free wings.

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  • Steak at Ruth's Chris Steakhouse
    By Anita Surewicz February 11th, 2024

    Ruth's Chris Steakhouse Vs Capital Grille: What's The Difference?

    Two of the most popular steakhouse chains in the U.S., Ruth's Chris Steakhouse and Capital Grille, have established themselves as leaders in upscale dining.

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  • Slices of meatloaf with glaze
    By Anita Surewicz February 1st, 2024

    Chain Restaurant Meatloaf Ranked From Worst To Best, According To Customers

    You might have a craving for comforting slices of meatloaf the next time you go out for dinner. Take a look at our list of the best chain restaurant meatloaf.

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  • Shepherd's Pie in ceramic pan
    By Brianna Persons January 31st, 2024

    Chain Restaurant Shepherd's Pies, Ranked Worst To Best, According To Customers

    Chain restaurants offer an array of comfort foods, including shepherd's pie. If you're craving the hearty dish, follow our ranking to know which chain to visit.

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  • Chita Rivera smiling
    By Brynna Standen January 31st, 2024

    The Chita Rivera Restaurant You (Probably) Forgot About

    Chita Rivera is practically synonymous with Broadway. But the actress also forayed into the food world, opening a restaurant that bore her name.

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  • Pasta with mushrooms in bowl
    By Maria Scinto January 30th, 2024

    The Wine You Need For Copycat Cheesecake Factory Pasta Da Vinci

    The Pasta Da Vinci isn't an edible Mona Lisa, but there's arguably an art to making a good copycat. It partly entails choosing the right wine.

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  • Hash House A Go Go chicken and waffles
    By Amy Bell January 30th, 2024

    Meet Hash House A Go Go: A Midwest-Inspired Breakfast Chain You Should Know About

    Hash House A Go Go is a restaurant chain known for its massive portions and decadent breakfast menu. Learn about this restaurant and why you should stop by.

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  • Texas Roadhouse rolls with butter
    By Naomi Kennedy January 30th, 2024

    The Walmart Copycat That Mimics Texas Roadhouse's Iconic Cinnamon Butter

    People who want the taste of Texas Roadhouse's cinnamon honey butter without having to order it from the restaurant might find a substitute at Walmart.

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  • grilled buttered lobster halves
    By Brian Boone January 29th, 2024

    13 Unhealthiest Fish Dishes At Red Lobster

    Dining at Red Lobster might seem like a healthier option than other restaurants, but many of the seemingly innocent seafood dishes are nutrition nightmares.

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