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Customers Are Calling These The 4 Best New Fast Food Desserts Of 2026 So Far

staff@mashed.com (Stacie Adams) — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 12:03:00 +0000

Fast food places can shine in the dessert department, making a sweet treat after your burger an easy decision. These four chains outdo it this year.

12 Early 2000s Fast Food Items That Need A Revival

staff@mashed.com (Hannah Warne Latincsics) — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 13:23:00 +0000

We're reminsicing about fast food items from the 2000s era -- the days of black-shelled tacos and shaken salads. Do you agree that these items need a revival?

Wendy's Vs McDonald's: Which Chain Does Cheeseburgers The Best?

staff@mashed.com (Carlie Hoke) — Sat, 11 Jul 2026 20:23:00 +0000

I taste tested burgers from Wendy's and McDonald's and compiled what I can only call a cheeseburger dossier. Here's where you should go when a craving hits.

The Simple Way To Get A Hot And Fresh Wendy's Burger

staff@mashed.com (Crysta Coburn) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 12:03:00 +0000

When ordering food with any special request, you can expect a slightly longer wait, but it's worth it to get a burger just the way you want it.

Why Some Redditors Suggest Avoiding Wendy's When It's Slow

staff@mashed.com (Sarah Leberknight) — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 12:03:00 +0000

Wendy's sounds tasty at pretty much any time of day (or night), but Reddit says visiting when business is slow might be the wrong move. Here's why.

Have These Favorite Fast Food Menu Items Gotten Smaller?

staff@mashed.com (Jay Bual) — Sat, 30 May 2026 20:23:00 +0000

Shrinkflation is an increasing problem in restaurants across the board. Customers are taking notice and many are airing their grievances online.

Here's How To Get Fresh Fries At Wendy's

staff@mashed.com (Taryn Pire) — Sun, 24 May 2026 16:03:00 +0000

Is there anything more disappointing than receiving soggy fries with your hamburger? Wendy's has a policy that ensures your fries are hot and crispy.

Why Does Wendy's Vanilla Frosty Keep Disappearing From Its Menu?

staff@mashed.com (Taryn Pire) — Sat, 23 May 2026 12:03:00 +0000

If you're a fan of Wendy's vanilla Frosty, you might have noticed that it sometimes gets booted from the dessert lineup. The reason is pretty simple.

9 Fast Food Cheeseburgers, Ranked Worst To Best

staff@mashed.com (Nikelle Murphy) — Sat, 16 May 2026 16:23:00 +0000

Nothing hits quite like a juicy all-beef patty when you are hunting for a quick lunch. Slap some fromage on top and you have a winning meal.

Before The Red Carpet: 16 Celebrities Who Worked At Fast Food Restaurants

staff@mashed.com (Steven Luna) — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 13:23:00 +0000

There are plenty of famous singers, musicians, and movie stars whose working lives started with that humblest of first jobs: the fast food worker.

12 Fast Food Restaurant Cokes, Ranked

staff@mashed.com (Steven Luna) — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 16:23:00 +0000

Have you ever noticed that Coke tastes different at every fast food restaurant? Here's where to go for a spectacular sip rather than a sorry soda.

How To Score Wendy's Secret Menu Meat Cube Burger

staff@mashed.com (Taryn Pire) — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 23:03:00 +0000

Wendy's has more than a few secrets, and one of them is this massive burger that goes by the name "meat cube." If that sounds enticing, here's how to order it.

12 Fast Food Chains That Serve The Highest Quality French Fries

staff@mashed.com (Steven Luna) — Sun, 15 Feb 2026 16:23:00 +0000

Good french fries keep customers coming back, but which chain serves the best? These are the places to try for a more premium eating experience.

14 Restaurant Logos With Hidden Meanings

staff@mashed.com (Steven Luna) — Sun, 01 Feb 2026 16:33:00 +0000

Even though these popular restaurant logos are instantly recognizable, you might not have spotted some of the hidden meanings within the designs.

The Difference Between Wendy's Chicken Nuggets In The US And UK

staff@mashed.com (Austin Havens-Bowen) — Sat, 31 Jan 2026 17:03:00 +0000

If you've visited a U.S. fast food chain abroad, you likely noticed that the menu isn't the same. Here's what to expect when ordering nuggets at Wendy's U.K.

15 Throwback Food Trends That Defined The '80s

staff@mashed.com (Tia Gardner) — Tue, 20 Jan 2026 21:33:00 +0000

The 1980s were a decade of contrasts. From increasing portion sizes and low-fat crazes to all the neon packaging, these food fads will take you back in time.

10 Sandwiches That Sadly Vanished From Fast Food Menus Across The Country

staff@mashed.com (Sophia Zimmerman) — Sun, 21 Dec 2025 16:33:00 +0000

The fast food world is a graveyard of menu items that have seen their day come and go. These sandwiches once graced menus across the country but are now gone.

Wendy's Was Never The Same After Founder Dave Thomas Died

staff@mashed.com (Sean Ammerman) — Mon, 23 Jun 2025 16:33:00 +0000

Wendy's continues to hold closely to the Dave Thomas legacy. However, today the chain is quite a different place from when the founder was alive.

What's Come Out About Wendy's Founder Dave Thomas After He Died

staff@mashed.com (Sean Ammerman) — Sat, 17 May 2025 12:30:00 +0000

Despite being a household name and the face of Wendy's for decades, there was still plenty we only discovered about founder Dave Thomas after he died in 2002.

The Biggest Recalls In Wendy's History

staff@mashed.com (Stacie Adams) — Sat, 10 May 2025 14:15:00 +0000

Wendy's may be a beloved fast food brand, but it's not without its controversies. Here are the Wendy's recalls that potentially put customers at risk.