KFC unveils new prototype, McDonald’s launches massive initiative, Darden reports strong growth
KFC's new Open House prototype, McDonald's $8.5B NEXT initiative, and Darden's strong portfolio growth show chains betting big on the future.
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Popeyes fans hacked their chicken sandwiches to make them bigger — now the chain says it’s official
Popeyes makes fan hack into official $5 chicken sandwich: fried chicken wrapped in a buttermilk biscuit with honey sauce packets.
Chipotle’s Margaritas Return to Select Cities as a Halloween-Branded Promotion
Chipotle revives its Margaritas with a five-city Halloween popup tour, $6 drinks in Denver, New York, Dallas, Los Angeles, and New Orleans.
McDonald’s Bringing Back PlayPlaces in Some Markets as Part of $8.5 Billion Store Upgrade
McDonald's revives PlayPlaces with a McMini Crew board and a $8.5B investment in remodels.
Krispy Kreme Offers $5 Dozens and Free Coffee on National Coffee Day
Krispy Kreme offers a $5 dozen doughnuts and free coffee on National Coffee Day. Here's how to claim the deals.
Popeyes rolls out $5 Honey Chicken Biscuit sandwich
Popeyes rolls out a Honey Chicken Biscuit sandwich nationwide for $5, a bet on bigger biscuits and familiar flavors.
Customer Ordered a Plain Cheeseburger — Then Complained That It Was Missing Everything Else
A Five Guys customer ordered a plain cheeseburger, got no toppings, and then angrily demanded ketchup, lettuce, and pickles.
Steak and Potato Quesadilla Hits Oklahoma City Taco Bell Stores as Limited Test
Taco Bell tests a Steak & Potato Loaded Quesadilla with pickled jalapeños in Oklahoma City, priced at $6.99.
Server Writes Note on Bill Complaining About $11 Tip: ‘Maybe You Should Consider Eating Fast Food’
A server wrote a note on a bill over a tip, suggesting the customer eat fast food instead. The receipt tells the tale.
Shake Shack Deal: Free Shackburger With $10+ Purchase Through September 30, 2026
Shake Shack offers a free Shackburger with a $10+ purchase using code BURGERTIME, available through September 30, 2026.
Cracker Barrel Serves Up All-You-Can-Eat Pancakes for $5 on September 26, 2026
Cracker Barrel serves unlimited pancakes for $5 each on National Pancake Day, Saturday, September 26, 2026. Eat as many as you want, all day long.
Taco Bell’s New Grilled Steak Three Cheese Taco Hits Nashville as a Test Item
Taco Bell tests Grilled Steak Three Cheese Taco, a Sonoran-style soft taco with mozzarella, pepper jack, cheddar, and a Creamy Jalapeño Sauce.