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Mar 6, 2020

Review: Trolli - Sour Crunchy Crawlers

Trolli's Sour Crunchy Crawlers feature sour gummy worms covered in a thin, crunchy shell. Each bag includes three varieties of candy-coated gummies: Strawberry-Watermelon, Raspberry-Orange, and Lime-Cherry.

Free New Metabolism Boost Smoothie from Smoothie King on March 10, 2020 When You Come in with a Swim Float

It's not even spring yet but Smoothie King is ready for the summer by offering a free 20-oz Metabolism Boost smoothie if you show up on March 10, 2020 with a swim float.

Sonic Debuts New Jr. Double Stack Cheeseburger for $2.99

Sonic debuts the new Jr. Double Stack Cheeseburger for $2.99 for a limited time at participating locations.

Yogurtland Welcomes New Mixed Berry Smoothie Bowl

Yogurtland welcomes the new Mixed Berry Smoothie Bowl as a dairy-free and vegan self-serve menu item that contains no added sugar (other than what's in the various toppings you can add yourself).

Cinnabon Launches New Churro Chillatta

Cinnabon welcomes spring a little  early with the national launch of the new, limited-time Churro Chillatta.

Mar 5, 2020

Talenti Adds New Layers and Sorbetto Flavors for 2020

Talenti adds four new Layers flavors and two new dairy-free Sorbetto flavors to their line-up of over 40 gelato and sorbetto varieties.

The new Layer flavors are inspired by "modern desserts" and include:

Taco Bell Makes Ordering Vegetarian Items Easier with New "Veggie Mode" on Self-Order Kiosks

Taco Bell makes ordering vegetarian menu items a cinch with the introduction of new "Veggie Mode" on their self-order kiosks nationwide starting March 12, 2020.

Dunkin' Brings Back Egg White and Sausage Scramble Bowls

Dunkin' brings back the Egg White Bowl and Sausage Scramble Bowl.

Free Sausage Biscuit from Hardee's on March 9, 2020

If you visit Hardee's on the morning of Monday, March 9, 2020, you can score yourself a free Sausage Biscuit by saying, "Happy mornings," at a participating location.

Free Honey Butter Chicken Biscuit with Purchase at Wendy's for a Limited Time (App Req'd)

Wendy's is promoting their new national breakfast menu by offering a deal in the Wendy's app that's good for a free Honey Butter Chicken Biscuit with any purchase for a limited time.

Mar 4, 2020

Krystal Offers All-You-Can-Eat Krystals Sliders, Fries, and Pups for $7.99

Krystal is once again running an all-you-can-eat-offer on Krystals sliders and fries but have tweaked and expanded the selection on this go-round.

2020 Lent Specials and Deals

It's once again Lent and that means many-a-limited-time seafood special and/or deal at a number of big name fast food establishments. Here's a list for Lent 2020 in case you're looking to get some eats from the ocean this season:

Baskin-Robbins Churns New Triple Mango Ice Cream-Sorbet Combination

Striking a tropical theme, Baskin-Robbins introduces new Triple Mango as the Flavor of the Month for March 2020.

Buy One, Get One Free Footlong Deal at Subway When Ordered Online or Via App

Subway is running a buy one, get one free Footlong deal when you order online from the Subway website or with the Subway App.

Dairy Queen Brings Back Mint Oreo Blizzard and Mint Shake

Dairy Queen brings back the Mint Oreo Blizzard as their Blizzard of the Month for March 2020. The Mint Shake returns for a limited time as well.

Mar 3, 2020

Review: KFC - Chicken & Donut Sandwich

KFC's Chicken & Donut Sandwich features two warm glazed donuts sandwiching an Extra Crispy fried chicken filet.

Free Donut with Any Beverage Purchase Every Friday in March for Dunkin' Loyalty Program Members

Calling it "Free Donut Fridays," Dunkin' offers DD Perks Rewards Program members a free donut with the purchase of any beverage every Friday in March 2020 at participating locations nationwide.

Marco's Pizza Offers Pizza Without Crust with the Arrival of New Pizza Bowls

Marco's Pizza offers the option to get pizza without the crust with the arrival of their new Specialty Pizza Bowls at participating locations.

TGI Fridays Snack Line Adds New Buffalo Blue Pub Bites and Zesty Party Sticks

TGI Fridays Snacks line adds two new products with the debut of new Buffalo Blue Pub Bites and Zesty Party Sticks.

Sonic Introduces New Reese's Overload Waffle Cone and Blast

Sonic offers the classic Reese's combination of peanut butter and chocolate with the arrival of the new Reese's Overload Waffle Cone and Reese's Overload Blast.

Mar 2, 2020

Review: Krispy Kreme - Butterfinger Original Filled and Fudge Cake Donuts

Krispy Kreme's Butterfinger Original Filled Donut takes an Original Glazed donut and fills it with Peanut Butter Chocolate Kreme, and then tops it with a layer of Butterfinger icing plus Butterfinger pieces and a chocolate drizzle., while the Butterfinger Fudge Cake Donut features a chocolate cake donut dipped in chocolate icing, topped with Butterfinger pieces and a dollop of Peanut Butter Chocolate Kreme.

Panera Offers Unlimited Coffee Subscription for $8.99 Per Month

Panera offers a new unlimited subscription promotion where you can get unlimited drip coffee, iced coffee, and tea for $8.99 a month nationwide.

Fried Pickles Return to Zaxby's for a Limited Time

Fried Pickles have found their way back onto the Zaxby's menu for a limited time through May 10, 2020 at participating locations, while supplies last.

IHOP Launches New Cereal Pancakes and Cereal Shakes

IHOP strives for a "Saturday morning feeling" with the launch of new, limited-time Cereal Pancakes and Shakes featuring "a pancake and milkshake line-up full of wow-worthy flavors, eye-catching colors, and plenty of cereal."

The Cereal Pancakes and Shakes line-up includes:

Pizza Hut Sauces Up New Nashville Hot Chicken Wings

Perhaps pulling a page from fellow Yum! brand KFC, Pizza Hut debuts new, limited-time Nashville Hot wings across the country (at those locations that offer wings).

Feb 29, 2020

Free Egg McMuffin via McDonald's Mobile App for Breakfast on March 2, 2020

McDonald's is giving away a free Egg McMuffin per customer on the morning of March 2, 2020 via an offer on their mobile app.

Feb 28, 2020

KFC Serves Up New Kentaco in Singapore

KFC offers up the new Kentaco over in Singapore. Like Taco Bell's Naked Chicken Chalupa, it's a taco with a fried chicken taco shell.

Enlightened Debuts Two New Keto Ice Cream Flavors

Enlightened debuts two new keto-friendly ice cream flavors to their Keto Collection: Caramel Dark Chocolate Peanut and Caramel Chocolate Double Dough.

Irish Creme-Flavored Coffee and Lucky Shamrock Donut Arrive at Dunkin' for 2020 St. Patrick's Day

Dunkin' goes with Irish Creme-flavored coffee and the Lucky Shamrock Donut in the lead-up to St. Patrick's Day for 2020.

Starbucks Releases New Nitro Cold Brew in Cans

Starbucks' canned Nitro Cold Brew coffee newly arrives on store shelves and at select Starbucks locations across the country.

Feb 27, 2020

A Look at the Coca-Cola Insiders Subscription Box for February 2020

February 2020's Coca-Cola Insiders Subscription Box included three new drinks, two of them with Zero Sugar. Here's everything in this month's box:

The Cheesecake Factory Offers Free Cheesecake Slice with Weekday Lunch Delivery or Pickup Order of $15 or More Through March 25, 2020

The Cheesecake Factory partners with DoorDash in offering one free slice of cheesecake with any lunch delivery or pickup order of $15 or more placed through DoorDash from Monday to Friday, through March 25, 2020.

Chipotle Launches New Queso Blanco Nationally

Chipotle went back to the kitchen with their queso and came back with new Queso Blanco.

Dunkin' Introduces New Snackin' Bacon

Dunkin' offers up bacon as a on-the-go snacking option with the arrival of new Snackin' Bacon at participating locations nationwide.

2020 Leap Year Deals, Promotions, and Specials

It only happens once every four years so a number of fast food chains are offering deals, promotions, and/or specials to celebrate the Leap Year on February 29, 2020.

Here's what I've found:

Feb 26, 2020

Carl's Jr. Tests New Prime Rib-Topped Burger

Carl's Jr. has been spotted testing the new Prime Rib Angus Thickburger and Prime Rib Biscuit at at least one location here in Southern California.

Del Taco Brings Back Jumbo Shrimp for 2020 Lenten Season

Crispy-fried Jumbo Shrimp is back for a limited time at Del Taco for the 2020 Lenten season and can be ordered as part of a taco or burrito. The chain is also running a limited-time two for $4 deal on their regular menu Beer Battered Fish Tacos.

Chick-fil-A's Fish Sandwich is Back at Select Locations Through April 11, 2020

The Chick-fil-A Fish Sandwich returns to select Chick-fil-A restaurants through Saturday, April 11, 2020.

Northwoods Walleye Makes Annual Return to Culver's for 2020 Lenten Season

The Northwoods Walleye Sandwich and Dinner make their yearly appearance at Culver's for the 2020 Lenten season.

Feb 25, 2020

Review: Pizza Hut - Mozzarella Poppers Pizza

Pizza Hut's Mozzarella Poppers Pizza features 16 breaded and fried mozzarella-stuffed bites lining its crust. The square-shaped bites are sprinkled with a mix of garlic, onion, parmesan, Italian seasonings, parsley, basil, and oregano. Two cups of marinara sauce are included for dipping.

McDonald's Offers Two for $4 Breakfast Sandwiches Deal

For a limited time, McDonald's is offering a selection of breakfast sandwiches at two for $4 at participating locations nationwide.

The two for $4 breakfast sandwiches include:

$1 Hot Dogs at Sonic on February 27, 2020

Sonic will be running a special for $1 Hot Dogs all day on February 27, 2020 at participating locations across the country.

Lay's Brings Back Crispy Taco and Wavy Fried Green Tomato Potato Chips

Lay's brings back Lay's Crispy Taco and Lay's Wavy Fried Green Tomato potato chips for a limited time nationwide to celebrate the brand's partnership with "The Voice."

New Taco Bell Cheddar Crisps Appear on Store Shelves at 7-Eleven and Kroger

Taco Bell grows their retail snack line with the release of new Taco Bell Cheddar Crisps.

Feb 24, 2020

Review: Papa John's - Philly Cheesesteak Papadia

Papa John's Philly Cheesesteak Papadia features a flatbread-style sandwich filled with Philly sauce, cheese, steak, onions, and green peppers, and served with garlic dipping sauce.

White Castle Reveals New Panko Breaded Fish Slider and Brings Back Shrimp Nibblers

White Castle goes back to the drawing board for their Fish Slider and comes back with the new Panko Breaded Fish Slider for the 2020 Lenten season. They've also brought back Shrimp Nibblers.

Captain D's Serves Up New Double Dozen Shrimp

Captain D's blows the horn of plenty with the release of new Double Dozen Shrimp. The name refers to a plate of 24 lightly-battered fried shrimp that's the key feature of the combo meal.

Papa John's Bakes New Jalapeno Popper Rolls

Papa John's adds some heat to their sides menu with the debut of new Jalapeno Popper Rolls.