Chick-fil-A dethroned: These are the top fast food restaurants in the US
Del Taco was named the top U.S. fast-food chain in a recently-released USA Today ranking – and nabbed the title from another popular brand, Chick-fil-A, in the process.
California city experimenting with returnable, reusable cups at Starbucks, Taco Bell and others
Businesses in one California city are about to pass out purple reusable cups to customers ordering beverages, and the hope is they will be returned.
McDonald's to extend $5 meal deal at most US restaurants
McDonald’s limited-time $5 meal deal will remain available longer than four weeks at many locations, as the move has helped drive guests back to the company's restaurants.
Burger King unveils 5 new items, including updated Whopper
Fast-food chain Burger King unveiled a new spicy Whopper sandwich and mozzarella "fries" as part of its limited-time "Fiery Menu" offerings this summer.
Taco Bell rolling out limited-time Cheesy Street Chalupas
Taco Bell’s menu is getting a new option – Cheesy Street Chalupas – for a limited time. The two protein options available for the Cheesy Street Chalupas are Cantina chicken or grilled steak.
California fast-food franchise owners downsize to survive as new minimum wage weighs them down
Wendy's franchisee Lawrence Cheng and Jersey Mike's franchisee Juancarlos Chacon told the Associated Press that minimum wage requirements have put a financial strain on their locations.
McDonald's to temporarily sell Smoky BLT Quarter Pounder with Cheese again
The Smoky BLT Quarter Pounder with Cheese is making a temporary comeback at U.S. McDonald’s restaurants starting Wednesday, the fast-food chain has announced.
El Pollo Loco customer leaves drive-thru after seeing 'crazy' prices: 'I was not going to get ripped off'
A drive-thru customer left empty-handed from an El Pollo Loco when she saw the price for a 12-piece chicken meal, according to her video posted to TikTok.
Wells Fargo analysts 'weigh in' on Chipotle portion sizing after restaurant chain faces backlash online
Chipotle locations have been facing backlash online as customers call out the restaurant for a decline in portion sizes; some Wells Fargo analysts have the data to back up these claims.
McDonald's introducing limited-time 'Special Grade Garlic Sauce' to app for dipping
McDonald's has a limited-time "Special Grade Garlic Sauce" hitting the U.S. market soon. Customers will only be able to get it through the fast-food chain's app.
Fast-food value deal battle expands as Sonic rolls out a $1.99 menu
The fast-food wars gained a new participant on Monday as Inspire Brands-owned Sonic Drive-In rolled out a value menu consisting of entrees, snacks and desserts.
Texas Chick-fil-A confirms two employees killed in shooting, illegal immigrant suspect in custody
Chick-fil-A confirmed that two employees were killed in a shooting at a restaurant location in Irving, Texas on Wednesday. An illegal immigrant suspect is in custody, police said.
McDonald's says verdict is in: US customers do not like McPlant burgers
McDonald’s plant-based burger, called the McPlant, flopped in two American test markets, McDonald’s USA President Joe Erlinger says at the WSJ Global Food Forum.
McDonald's USA president talks $5 meal deals: Customers are 'really stretched'
McDonald’s USA president Joe Erlinger appeared on the “Today" show on Tuesday to promote a new $5 meal deal for customers in the wake of inflated prices.
Arizona delivery driver's viral note to a Chipotle customer led TikTokers to bankroll his wedding
Arizona delivery driver Paul Slobodzian had no idea that a note he left on a delivery order of Chipotle would lead complete strangers to pay for his wedding.
Newsom, California business group spar over contrasting job numbers after minimum wage hike
California Gov. Gavin Newsom's office said claims by trade groups that a new minimum wage has cost fast-food workers jobs is false.
America's top restaurants for customer satisfaction
Major U.S. steakhouse chains dominate full-service dining in the latest American Consumer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) Restaurant and Food Delivery Study 2024.
McDonald's $5 meal deal: Here's what you get
Under McDonald’s upcoming $5 meal deal, customers will get their pick of one of two sandwich options — a McDouble or a McChicken — plus small fries, four-piece McNuggets and a small soda.
Chipotle's 50-to-1 stock split on deck
Chipotle is spicing up its stock with its 50-for-1 split set to begin trading on Wednesday. The move will allow more investors access to the high-priced equity.
You'll never believe 16 Handles' unusual new frozen yogurt flavor: 'Make them smile'
16 Handles, a frozen yogurt chain based in New York City, announced its newest flavor: French fry. This limited-time offering features real potato pieces.