Some have a beer batter coating.
Others are covered in breadcrumbs and spices.
While there are numerousonion ring varietiesout there, only some are true standouts.
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Culver’s
When it comes to sides, Culver’s cheese curds typically get the most hype.
But the Wisconsin-based chain also has some enticing onion rings.
The onions are fried to order and salted as soon as they’re done frying.
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“They’re not overly greasy, but enough to be addicting.”
A previousETNTtaste tester noted that Dairy Queen’s onion rings feature a “perfect ratio of breading to ring.
However, the current recipe remains unclear.
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And you could’t forget about Whataburger’s famous Fancy Ketchup!
Additionally, customers can enhance their onion rings by customizing them.
Try themUrban Style, which means they come topped with garlic aioli, fresh herbs, and aged parmesan.
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Other customizations include Cajun Style, Truffle Style, and Parmesan + Herb.
Can’t decide between onion rings and fries?
Opt for the Cry + Fry, which is a hybrid side that includes three onion rings and fries.
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These are served with a side of ranch dressing.
Like BurgerFi, Habit also offers a half-fry-half-onion ring option called the “Fifty-Fifty.”
This comes with both ranch dressing and ketchup.
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Stay tuned, onion ring fans.
These took third place as the best fast-food side inUSA Today’s annual10Best Reader’s Choice Awards.
These Japanese-style breadcrumbs are known for producing lighter, airier fried foods.
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Called “Have-sies,” the half-french fries, half-onion rings side comes with one Zesty dipping sauce.
Carl’s Jr.
This fast-food chain has more than 1,000 locations across the U.S. you might also opt for a couple of burgers topped with onion rings like the chain’sWestern Bacon Cheeseburger.
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