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4 days ago

The Rise And Fall Of A Midwest Burger Giant You Might Have Forgotten About - Tasting Table

Burger Chef expanded rapidly in the 1960s to become America's second-largest burger chain but later collapsed from financial trouble, poor management, and a high-profile murder.
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1 week ago

The Popular Nationwide Fast Food Chain That Originated In Ohio - Tasting Table

Wendy's began in Columbus, Ohio in 1969, introduced a pick-up window in 1970, expanded rapidly via national advertising, and now operates over 7,000 global restaurants.
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1 month ago

An alternate fast food universe hides between LA and Las Vegas

Ed Hackbarth founded the first Del Taco in Yermo in 1961, leveraging Interstate 15 traffic and taco expertise to build a regional fast-food chain.
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2 months ago

The Fast Food Chain John Mellencamp Made Famous Never Fully Recovered From Bankruptcy - But It's Still Out There - Tasting Table

Mellencamp references Tastee Freez in 'Jack and Diane,' sparking curiosity about how teens were enjoying a chili dog outside the franchise, which symbolizes youthful pleasure during tough times.
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2 months ago

The 1970s Burger King Sandwich The Chain Brought Back 4 Decades Later - Tasting Table

Yumbo, a hot ham and cheese sandwich, was first introduced by Burger King in 1971 but disappeared for 40 years after initial popularity.
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3 months ago

12 Facts About Arby's Classic Roast Beef Sandwich You Should Know - Tasting Table

Arby's classic roast beef sandwich has built a legacy since 1964, offering an alternative to the burger-centric fast food scene with its unique taste and quality.
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3 months ago

Why Taco Bell's 1980s-Era Seafood Salad Is Unlikely To Return - Tasting Table

Taco Bell's seafood salad was an ambitious marketing attempt in the 1980s that ultimately failed, mainly due to poor sales and rumors of food poisoning.
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4 months ago
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McDonald's Nearly Went In A Wildly Different Direction With McNuggets - Tasting Table

McDonald's Chicken McNuggets evolved from a failed vegetarian alternative, onion nuggets, and became a staple menu item in the 1980s.
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4 months ago
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Vintage photos show what it was like to eat at McDonald's in the 1970s

McDonald's became a major fast-food chain in the 1970s due to Ray Kroc's innovative strategies and operational model.
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4 months ago

5 Vintage Fast Food Drive-Thrus No One Remembers Anymore - Tasting Table

Drive-thrus have evolved into a cultural icon, allowing for convenient dining without leaving the car, originated in the 1920s with Kirby's Pig Stand.
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5 months ago

The Secret To Outback's Bloomin' Onion Is What Made McDonald's Original Fries So Good - Tasting Table

The Bloomin' Onion's popularity at Outback Steakhouse is largely due to being fried in flavorful beef tallow.
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