Fast food mascots used to be everywhere, but some disappeared almost overnight while others somehow survived for decades.

Fast-food mascots are nothing new. In fact, they've been around for decades, promoting chains. These retro Burger King mascots disappeared in the 2000s.

Tony the Tiger isn’t just good—he’s GRRREAT! So are Frosted Flakes (and these cereal treats). Back in 1952, he had a mascot partner named Katy the Kangaroo, but only Tony the Tiger has stood the test ...

For many of us, childhood memories are tied not just to toys or old cartoons, but also to the jingles, commercials, and iconic mascots that accompanied a trip to our favorite fast-food restaurant.

Gidget the Taco Bell dog in 1998 photo with Hollywood sign in background. - Vern Evans Photo/Getty Images When breaking down the difference in fast food vs. fast casual, there's one criterion that ...