Restaurants

Restaurants 1 day ago

Solo dining surges 52% as Americans embrace 'Me-Me-Me Economy' over shared meals

Solo dining has surged 52% as Americans embrace eating alone often for self-care, not loneliness. Quick-service visits are now 47% solo, up from 31% in four years.

Soft Drinks 2 days ago

Mormon-born soda craze is replacing coffee and cocktails across America

"Dirty soda," the customizable drink trend from Utah, goes mainstream with chains like FiiZ and Swig expanding nationwide as Americans seek refreshing alternatives.

Restaurants 3 days ago

Seafood restaurant fires back at anti-American HuffPost Olympics article

A restaurant owner's patriotic response to a social media post explodes online, reflecting the immigrant family's deep pride in the American dream and Olympic success.

Restaurants 3 days ago

Subway scraps its free sandwich perk just months after relaunch, sparks customer revolt: 'Cheapskates'

Two months after relaunching its Sub Club, Subway is eliminating the free fourth footlong offer starting April 1. Franchisees pushed for the program revision.

Alcohol 5 days ago

Margarita deals are bigger than ever at chains nationwide in 2026 celebration

National Margarita Day brings discounted drinks to major restaurant chains across the U.S. Chili's, TGI Fridays, and more offer special deals on Feb. 22.

Food-Drink 5 days ago

Your bartender may be deceiving you with illegal bottle trick that breaks federal law

Bartenders illegally "marrying" liquor bottles puts customers at risk, experts say. Learn the warning signs of this prohibited practice and how to spot it at bars.

Celebrity Chefs February 19

Gordon Ramsay slams 'stupid' Ozempic-inspired restaurant menu trend

Gordon Ramsay, celebrity chef, slams restaurants for creating Mounjaro-minded menus, calling the GLP-1-inspired dining trend "stupid" and "embarrassing."

Restaurants February 18

Swanky Michelin-starred restaurant owner questions blue state's affordable housing project

Celebrity chef Thomas Keller raises concerns about Yountville, California's 150-unit affordable housing project, calling for a pause on the $11 million development.

Culture Trends February 16

Portland pizza joint hits site visitors with 'F--- ICE' message, declares food is 'political'

Portland pizza restaurant displays vulgar anti-ICE message on website with list of political statements, including "F--- Ice," and social justice causes.

Food-Drink February 14

Shut out of Valentine's Day dinner reservations? Last-minute alternatives save the day

Missed Valentine's Day dinner reservations? Relationship experts reveal last-minute romantic alternatives that offer meaningful connection at lower costs.