Top Five New Fast Food Items I Tried in 2023

Here are the top five new fast food items I tried in 2023 (in alphabetical order):

Top Ten Most Read Fast Food Reviews of 2023

With 2023 just about in the books, I put together a list of the top ten most-read fast food reviews on Brand Eating in 2023. Interestingly enough some of them weren't written this year so I guess some of my reviews have some staying power. Thank you all for reading. Here we go:

Review: Trader Joe's - Breaded Mozzarella Cheese Sticks

Trader Joe's Breaded Mozzarella Cheese Sticks feature mini mozzarella sticks covered in a crispy, seasoned breading.

El Pollo Loco Brings Back Double Pollo Fit Bowls

El Pollo Loco looks to cater to those with healthier New Year's resolutions by bringing back Double Pollo Fit Bowls for a limited time.

Available at participating El Pollo Loco restaurants chain-wide, Double Pollo Fit Bowls come in two varieties:

KFC Testing New $20 KFC Classics Dinner

KFC looks into offering a different take on a $20 family meal deal with a limited-time test of the new $20 KFC Classics Dinner at select restaurants in the Houston and San Antonio areas of Texas.

Jack in the Box Introduces New Smashed Jack

Jack in the Box gives their take on a smash burger with the introduction of the new, limited-time Smashed Jack, which is available now at participating locations chain-wide.

2023 National Bacon Day Deals and Specials

December 30, 2023 is National Bacon Day because apparently it was declared as such by two people (Danya 'D' Goodman and Meff Leonard) back in 1997 to bring together folks to celebrate the smoky, cured meat.

Here are some 2023 National Bacon Day deals and specials to help mark the occasion:

Review: Papa Johns - Cheesy Calzone Epic Stuffed Crust Pizza

Papa Johns' Cheesy Calzone Epic Stuffed Crust Pizza features a hand-tossed crust stuffed with a combination of mozzarella and garlic-herb ricotta. You can order it with any toppings.

Taco Bell Testing a $3 Steak Soft Taco

Taco Bell is currently testing a $3 Steak Soft Taco as a limited-time Cravings Value Menu item at participating locations in the Bakersfield, CA and Phoenix, AZ areas.

Jack in the Box Debuts New Oreo Ultimate Cookie Bar

Jack in the Box debuts the new Oreo Ultimate Cookie Bar as a limited-time addition to their dessert menu at participating locations nationwide.

Arby's Offers 2 for $7 Cheddarthon Mix-and-Match Deal

Arby's updates the selection of their 2 for $7 mix-and-match deal with the introduction of the "$2 for $7 Cheddarthon Sales Event," which is a limited-time deal available at participating locations nationwide. The name appears to mimic similar promotions at car dealerships.

Buy-One-Get-One-Free Deal on Footlongs at Subway Through January 23, 2024

Subway is offering a limited-time, buy-one-get-one-free deal on Footlong sub sandwiches ordered online through Tuesday, January 23, 2024.