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Newsweek
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Best Breakfast Chain
Another Broken Egg Cafe Photo courtesy of Brett_Hondow/iStock by Getty Images Photo courtesy of Brett_Hondow/iStock by Getty Images Another Broken Egg Cafe has been toasting the morning with mimosas and omelets since 1996. Foodies love to brunch here thanks to an upscale twist on Southern staples, so if you think shrimp should go with grits and chicken tastes great with waffles, this place gives your favorite comfort food a chef's kiss. Order a sugary beignet and a peach mocktail or blackberry mule to round out your high-cotton meal. Big Bad Breakfast (BBB) Photo courtesy of Big Bad Breakfast Photo courtesy of Big Bad Breakfast What happened when a James Beard Award–winning chef from New Orleans turned his attention to the most important meal of the day? Big Bad Breakfast was born. Plates piled high with andouille sausage, eggs fixed however you like, cheese-covered hash cakes made from scratch—it's the Big Easy way to start your day. As amazing as the popular Bloody Marys are, the fresh, fluffy biscuits are BBB's buttery stars. Broken Yolk Cafe Photo courtesy of Fudio/iStock by Getty Images Photo courtesy of Fudio/iStock by Getty Images For nearly 50 years, it's where Californians have fueled up for a day on the waves: Broken Yolk Cafe is a West Coast favorite for its decadent eggs Benedict and healthy choices like smoked salmon and avocado toast. Cal-Mex flavors of spicy chorizo and salsa verde pair perfectly with pomegranate juice or a Tajin-rimmed Bloody Mary. The restaurant's open for lunch too, great for a burger in the Cali sunshine. Call Your Mother Deli Photo courtesy of Call Your Mother Deli Photo courtesy of Call Your Mother Deli With locations in Denver and the greater D.C. area, Call Your Mother Deli packs a tasty punch despite its small footprint. Its whimsical take on create-your-own bagels (make a pastrami potato chip bagel schmeared with hummus if you'd like!) just might turn you into a morning person. Not sure how to assemble your bagel? The deli has plenty of suggestions, like the Royal Palm with smoked salmon and capers. Eggs Up Grill Photo courtesy of rez-art/iStock by Getty Images Photo courtesy of rez-art/iStock by Getty Images A warm smile and hot coffee await at your neighborhood Eggs Up Grill. The well-over-a-hundred restaurants sprinkled throughout the South have cracked the code for a simple, award-winning breakfast, serving farm-fresh eggs cooked to order and classics like biscuits and gravy done deliciously. But if you want to eat on the wilder side, try a Melty Cristo with spicy honey or a Crab-Ocado Scrambler with crab cakes. First Watch Photo courtesy of Robin Gentry/iStock by Getty Images Photo courtesy of Robin Gentry/iStock by Getty Images Good mornings start at First Watch, a 1980s California gathering spot that's gone national with its hearty and healthy take on breakfast. From French toast topped with fresh fruit to a trio of breakfast tacos, First Watch delivers—to your table and your front door! The company gives back to every community it whisks up pancakes in, so you can feel good about downing that second plate of Million Dollar Bacon. Hash House A Go Go Image courtesy of Hash House A Go Go Image courtesy of Hash House A Go Go Hash House A Go Go calls its style "twisted farm food," and it's easy to see why: sage fried chicken stacked precariously high on a waffle, a pork tenderloin sandwich you might need three hands to eat and Snickers pancakes the size of a tractor's steering wheel. Still have room after a crab cake-stuffed burger? The restaurant's famous B.L.T. Mary cocktail is a hearty meal in itself. Maple Street Biscuit Company Photo courtesy of Christian Gomez/iStock by Getty Images Photo courtesy of Christian Gomez/iStock by Getty Images Maple Street Biscuit Company believes a warm welcome each morning is a must, and that the humble biscuit can be so much more. Throughout the menu, you'll find quirky, flavor-filled creations—like the fried chicken, goat cheese and pepper jelly biscuit featured on Food Network's Guilty Pleasures. Your biscuit isn't complete without a handcrafted drink, from maple vanilla lattes and sweet cream cold brew to hot honey lemonade and fruit tea. Ruby Slipper Photo courtesy of Page Light Studios/iStock by Getty Images Photo courtesy of Page Light Studios/iStock by Getty Images Seasonal mimosa flights, six kinds of eggs Benedict, sugar-glazed bacon called pig candy—there's no place like Ruby Slipper for a one-of-a-kind brunch. This New Orleans–based café has begun to expand, doling out its fried green tomatoes and Gulf shrimp omelets to the rest of the South. Perhaps the chain's most delightful feature is its dog-friendly menu: order your goodest boy a banana pupcake or an egg and chicken sausage scramble. Snooze, an A.M. Eatery Photo courtesy of Jaana Brown/iStock by Getty Images Photo courtesy of Jaana Brown/iStock by Getty Images If you Snooze, you definitely won't lose! You'll have a winning morning with the eatery's 1950s diner vibe and crazy pancakes (care to tackle a stack of pineapple upside-down pancakes?). For something savory, try a lean protein scramble or a hearty plate of hash browns covered in cheddar. All ingredients are responsibly sourced, so your nitro cold brew goes toward planting trees and making the planet a better place. The Friendly Toast Photo courtesy of HHLtDave5/iStock by Getty Images Photo courtesy of HHLtDave5/iStock by Getty Images It's Saturday night, and you're in the mood for brunch. Where can you go? The Friendly Toast. Many locations of this playful New England restaurant are open all day on weekends so you can get your fill from its creative menu. Whether you want spicy salmon bagels, an avocado rice bowl with Doritos, deep-fried tater tots or simple blueberry pancakes, you're sure to find something to satisfy your breakfast-for-dinner craving. The Original Pancake House Photo courtesy of fdastudillo/iStock by Getty Images Photo courtesy of fdastudillo/iStock by Getty Images The family-owned Original Pancake House has been an icon in the breakfast world for over 70 years, spreading its famous apple pancakes and golden Dutch baby pancakes across the country. Everything's made from scratch using the finest ingredients and a family sourdough recipe. If a sugar-glazed meal of flapjacks sounds too sweet, opt for corned beef hash or a ham omelet—though every savory meal still comes with pancakes! The Toasted Yolk Cafe Photo courtesy of Ali Waxman/iStock by Getty Images Photo courtesy of Ali Waxman/iStock by Getty Images Let's thank Texas for sharing the churro doughnuts and brisket tacos from The Toasted Yolk Cafe with the rest of the South. Its dozens of cafés, mostly along the Gulf Coast, have breakfast lovers up at sunrise for chicken-fried steak with eggs or healthy Southwest breakfast bowls. Rather sleep in? Then stop by for lunch, where patty melts and strawberry salads will deliciously fuel your day. Waffle House Photo courtesy of jetcityimage/iStock by Getty Images Photo courtesy of jetcityimage/iStock by Getty Images A highway landmark that's as essential to Southern culture as grits and football, Waffle House has been serving late-night road trippers and traveling sports teams since 1955. Open 24 hours, its nearly 2,000 diners are famous for their friendly service and their smothered, covered and chunked hash browns. And it's affordable—the popular All-Star Special breakfast is big enough to split (though you may want the pecan waffle for yourself). Yolk Photo courtesy of Daniel Huang/iStock by Getty Images Photo courtesy of Daniel Huang/iStock by Getty Images One man's dream of an upscale breakfast place in downtown Chicago produced Yolk. With just over a dozen locations, this small chain is steadily growing because of unique dishes like breakfast mac 'n' cheese and red velvet French toast. There are loads of drink options, from strawberry orange juice and matcha lattes to flavored coffee syrups—but Yolk's signature coffee is so good, you may want to skip the extra flavor.
Newsweek
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Best Buffet Chain
America's Incredible Pizza Company Photo courtesy of dlewis33/iStock by Getty Images Photo courtesy of dlewis33/iStock by Getty Images You've got to see it to believe it: the award-winning America's Incredible Pizza Company is a family-friendly paradise of pizza, games and rides. You might need an extra arm to carry everything you want from the all-you-can-eat buffet, which has over a hundred items. After you've finished eating in one of the adorable 1950s-themed dining rooms, head to the indoor go-kart track for a battle royale with your little racers. Captain George's Seafood Restaurant Photo courtesy of fdastudillo/iStock by Getty Images Photo courtesy of fdastudillo/iStock by Getty Images Who wouldn't want an endless buffet of crab legs, shrimp and salmon? At Captain George's, located in select Atlantic coastal cities, you'll get just that—all the seafood you care to eat for one flat price. If your child doesn't dig clams or fish, don't worry; there's a kid-friendly à la carte menu. Save room for dessert, because the cherry cobbler and strawberry shortcake are homemade. Chuck-A-Rama Photo courtesy of Chansak Joe/iStock by Getty Images Photo courtesy of Chansak Joe/iStock by Getty Images For homestyle, made-from-scratch dishes that taste as if they're fresh from the chuckwagon, rustle up your group for supper at Chuck-A-Rama. Each day features a special buffet, from Wednesday BBQ and Friday Seafood to Sunday Family Dinner. Plus, a huge daily buffet with soup, salad, desserts (you have to try the bread pudding!) and some of Utah's best fried chicken will give you plenty of grub to enjoy. CiCis Pizza Photo courtesy of Brett_Hondow/iStock by Getty Images Photo courtesy of Brett_Hondow/iStock by Getty Images The ultimate buffet bang for your buck, CiCis has been putting its wild and tasty creations on waiting plates since 1985. When you step up to the all-you-can-eat buffet, you never know what you might find: pizza with mac 'n' cheese, spinach alfredo, Buffalo chicken or barbecue alongside classic cheese and pepperoni. It's a great place to fill up your perpetually hungry kids, who especially love the endless dessert bar. Fogo de Chão Photo courtesy of Fogo de Chão Photo courtesy of Fogo de Chão You'll taste the kiss of fire from every churrasco-grilled steak and pork chop at Fogo de Chão, a Brazilian steakhouse that brings delicious fire-roasted meat to your table. If you want to balance your bacon-wrapped chicken with other flavors, head to the restaurant's endless Market Table for imported cheeses, fresh greens and fruit salads, a side of garlic mashed potatoes or the popular black bean stew. Golden Corral Photo courtesy of Golden Corral Photo courtesy of Golden Corral Golden Corral became so popular in North Carolina in the 1970s that it decided to share its almost 200 buffet items and affordable prices with the entire nation. It's now one of America's top buffet chains, dishing up ribs smoked on site, melt-in-your-mouth yeast rolls and fried chicken everyone adores. And Golden Corral delivers, so that slice of carrot cake you've been craving can magically appear at your door anytime. HuHot Mongolian Grill Photo courtesy of FordyJ/iStock by Getty Images Photo courtesy of FordyJ/iStock by Getty Images Bottomless bowls of noodles and veggies stir-fried to perfection await at HuHot Mongolian Grill. Build your meal exactly how you want, whether you're in the mood for chicken and green peppers on rice or something more adventurous, like sausage, pineapple and pad Thai noodles. Then it's grilled right in front of you—the amazing smell and sizzle will have you wolfing down your first bowl and heading back for more. Ole Times Country Buffet Photo courtesy of fyb/iStock by Getty Images Photo courtesy of fyb/iStock by Getty Images If you don't have a Southern grandma to cook for you, then Ole Times Country Buffet is the next best thing. Fried catfish, butter beans, sweet potatoes, gumbo—you won't leave hungry at this all-you-care-to-eat country feast. Your meal really gets cookin' at the end, when it's time for homemade banana pudding and peach cobbler. Want to host a party at this down-home buffet? Special group rates will sweeten your day. Pizza Inn Photo courtesy of dlewis33/iStock by Getty Images Photo courtesy of dlewis33/iStock by Getty Images Pioneers of dessert pizza and perfectors of thin, crispy crust made daily, Pizza Inn has been making diners say "Mmm" (and wallets say "Ahh" for its budget friendliness) for almost 70 years. Pile your plate high with creative pies like bacon cheeseburger and taco, or ask for your own creation. You'll definitely want to indulge in a slice of chocolate chip Pizzert; one bite and you'll know why it's famous. Pizza Ranch Image courtesy of Pizza Ranch Image courtesy of Pizza Ranch You'll get a warm howdy every time you walk into Pizza Ranch, one of the Midwest's most popular pizza buffets. Once you've had your fill of Tuscan Roma with spinach and alfredo sauce or the Roundup, a beefy favorite, grab some fried chicken—it's so good you may forget you're at a pizza restaurant! Don't see the perfect pizza? The restaurant will bake one just for you, including allergen-sensitive versions. Ponderosa/Bonanza Steakhouse Photo courtesy of Giselleflissak/iStock by Getty Images Photo courtesy of Giselleflissak/iStock by Getty Images It's the classic roadside American steakhouse: Ponderosa and Bonanza blend cooked-to-order meats with an all-you-can-eat buffet. While you wait for your sirloin or salmon to be grilled, head to the buffet for a salad, bowl of mashed potatoes or plate of fried chicken with gravy (who says you can't have an entrée before your entrée?). And nothing tastes more like Americana than the restaurant's apple cobbler with ice cream. Shoney's Photo courtesy of pawopa3336/iStock by Getty Images Photo courtesy of pawopa3336/iStock by Getty Images Since 1947, Shoney's Southern comfort food and family-friendly vibe have made this icon of American buffets the ideal place for weeknight gatherings with friends or fun breakfasts on vacation. The restaurant features juicy burgers and fan-favorite Slim Jim sandwiches, but the real star is the Fresh Food Bar with its daily dinner themes (Flavor Fiesta Tuesday might become your favorite day) and morning breakfast spread that's developed a cult following. Sirloin Stockade Photo courtesy of fyb/iStock by Getty Images Photo courtesy of fyb/iStock by Getty Images Round up your family's appetites and take them to Sirloin Stockade for T-bones, New York strips and ribeyes. If you don't want to be a total carnivore, you can check out the rest of the all-you-can-eat buffet for soup and salad or fresh rolls and baked potatoes. Thanks to unlimited cake and soft-serve ice cream, every lunch and dinner can have a sweet finish. Sizzler Photo courtesy of Chansak Joe/iStock by Getty Images Photo courtesy of Chansak Joe/iStock by Getty Images In 1958, a couple in Culver City, California, asked themselves, "Can steak get out of fancy restaurants and into casual, affordable ones?" The answer they came up with was Sizzler. Beautifully seared hand-cut steaks alongside an unlimited buffet of pasta, wings and salad are a winning combination. It's a West Coast classic that'll hit all the right nostalgia notes as you help yourself to another piece of cheese toast. Western Sizzlin Photo courtesy of Giselleflissak/iStock by Getty Images Photo courtesy of Giselleflissak/iStock by Getty Images Western Sizzlin's rich culinary history (it was one of the first steakhouse buffets in the Southeast) is seared into every one of its famous FlameKist steaks. But there's way more than carving stations full of beef; you can chow down on seafood and Cajun chicken or load a plate at the buffet with salad, sweet potato casserole and mac 'n' cheese. It's a feast fit for the whole family!
UPI
03-06-2025
- General
- UPI
FBI says active shooter incidents were down by 50% in 2024
Handguns were the firearm used the most by active shooters in 2024, the FBI said in its '2024 Active Shooter Incidents in the United States' report that was published on Tuesday. File Photo by Brett_Hondow/Pixabay June 3 (UPI) -- The United States had half as many active shooter incidents in 2024 as it did in 2023, the FBI announced on Tuesday. The federal law enforcement agency released its "2024 Active Shooter Incidents in the United States" report, which shows 24 such reported incidents last year versus 48 in 2023. The active shooter incidents killed a total of 23 and wounded 83 others. The 106 casualties were down 57% from 244 in 2023. The federal law enforcement agency defines an active shooter incident as one or more people actively engaged in killing or trying to kill others in a populated area. Mostly lone male shooters Such incidents require a coordinated response by law enforcement and other first responders to minimize casualties, the FBI says. The FBI says lone shooters accounted for all but one of the active shooter incidents, and two were involved in the lone incident with more than one shooter. Males, 88%, greatly accounted for active shootings, with 22 reported vs. three, 12%, involving females. The shooters were between 14 and 73 years of age, and five incidents involved shooters who had an identified connection with the location or at least one victim. Last year's active shooter events occurred in 19 states and five types of locations. Texas, California and North Carolina had the most Texas led all states with four active shooter incidents, followed by two each in California and North Carolina, according to the report. Common shooting locations were open spaces, businesses, schools, government locations and houses of worship, according to the FBI. Places of business and educational locations each accounted for four active shooting incidents, followed by three in a governmental location and one in a house of worship. Such incidents were more likely to happen between 6 a.m. and noon and in open spaces, where half of 2024's active shooter incidents occurred. June recorded the most active shooter incidents with five, followed by September with four. Seven active shooter incidents happened on a Monday, which is the most, but all other days of the week also had reported incidents. Handguns were used the most The FBI report says 29 firearms were used in the 24 active shooter incidents. A total of 17 handguns were used in 59% of incidents, vs. nine rifles in 31% and three shotguns in 10% of such events. No active shooters wore body armor, and 14 of the 25 active shooters in 2024 were arrested, while five were killed by law enforcement. Six shooters committed suicide. Since the passage of the Investigative Assistance for Violent Crimes Act of 2012, the FBI has examined active shooter incidents since 2000. The agency has published annual reports every year since 2014.
