Usually, it’s for ease, convenience, familiar flavors, and potentially lower prices.
But these two well-known chains represent just a fraction of the many chain restaurants in the U.S. Read on for thechef’s take on the best chain restaurants that should be on your radar.
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“I’m a fan of Yard House!
“They also feature a mix of classic and creative cocktails as well as a highly-curated wine list.”
Scoop N Scootery
Chef Sarah WadeofStillwaterin Boston is passionate about this small local ice cream chain.
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“One of my fave ice cream chains isScoop N Scootery.
“I love the combos and the names.
The product is homemade and fresh.
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I also love that the sizes are beyond huge.
The ‘medium’ could feed a small family!
My go-to is the Granddaddyblack raspberry ice cream, chocolate chip cookie bites, Oreos, and whip.”
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P. Terry’s
You may not have heard of fast-casual chainP.
“I visited Austin, Texas a while back and discovered the greatest fast food burger in the country.
“But, P. Terry’s has an amazing burger.
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Unlike other chains, they don’t skimp on the toppings, and the thin patties are cooked perfectly.
The fries are crispy little fresh-cut shoestrings, and they tout the fact that their food is all-natural.
Just wish that they would expand nationwide!”
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“The pizzeria is named after their mother, Rosa.
Each location is owned and operated by brothers.
Their standout menu item is their upside-down Sicilian pizza that rivals some of the best slices in NYC.”
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What’s an upside-down pizza?
“I like the way the sauce melts into the bread and it gets all saucy and doughy.”
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