Always double-check your fast food orders before you leave the restaurant or before the delivery person leaves. Fast food is a demanding fast-paced environment, and your servers do sometimes make mistakes. They're easier to fix if you catch them early.

Fast food may not be exactly traditional, but it can make for a great impromptu picnic. Once you've got your meal, head for a local park where you can enjoy the company of both nature and your friends. But be careful of the ants -- they love picnics too.

Be very careful when accepting your fast food orders through a takeout window, especially the drinks. Because they're often in a hurry, fast food preparers may not take the time to wrap or cap your food properly. If you've got a way to drive, make sure everything is tightly packaged.