Leading chefs discuss the reasons steakhouses remain successful despite challenges in the restaurant industry.
Steakhouses Thrive Amidst Casual Dining Decline Though it may appear that casual dining is fading, steakhouses are proving otherwise. The steakhouse sector has shown consistent growth since 2020, even amidst the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic. According to a market research report by Ibisworld, premium steak restaurant revenues have grown at an annual rate of […]
Closed Albany restaurant favored by New York’s elite and politicians will reopen as a private social club.
Albany Restaurant Set to Reopen as Exclusive Dining Club Albany Restaurant, a long-standing establishment catering to New York’s political elite, plans to relaunch as a private member dining club in late 2025. Previously known as La Serre, the restaurant shut its doors in 2020, unable to recover from the impacts of the Covid-19 lockdown. Founder […]
What ‘MKT’ means on restaurant menus and why it ended up costing these diners $159
A group of Gen Z diners had quite the eye-opening experience with menu pricing after ordering a steak marked “MKT.” A TikTok video by a young woman named Aribella Menold, posted in June, details the surprising incident that took place while she was out dining in North Carolina with her brother. She ended up ordering […]
Waldorf Astoria’s new restaurant Lex Yard reinvents classic dishes as the hotel reopens.
Chef Michael Anthony’s Vision for Waldorf Astoria Renowned chef Michael Anthony has an ambitious plan to revive the Waldorf Astoria as a central hub in New York’s bustling dining scene. His first step? Rethinking the iconic cuisine that the historic hotel is famous for. Anthony, who previously served as the executive chef at Gramercy Tavern, […]
Robert Irwin goes back to restaurant to pay his food bill after forgetting it days ago
Just days after realizing he had forgotten to pay his restaurant bills, Robert Irwin made a return visit to clear things up. The 21-year-old Australian wildlife advocate recently shared a viral video on Instagram, where he casually admitted he left the pier pavilion at Coffs Port without paying for his salads. Quick to rectify the […]
I visited a feminist-run restaurant, and it was awful.
I visited a feminist-run restaurant, and honestly, it was quite disappointing. I’m sure you’re curious. If I were reading this, I’d probably have similar questions. Those focused on “acceptance” as a political ideal are often rather difficult to be around. How can I tell it was run by fervent feminists? It was clearly evident, so […]
Restaurant introduces additional 18% charge on bills, igniting strong discussions among people online
Restaurant Adds Controversial “Living Wage Fee” to Bills A diner in Georgia recently raised eyebrows after sharing a receipt that included a “living wage fee,” prompting heated discussions online. The incident occurred during a June dinner, where the bill featured two sides, a Reuben sandwich for $13, a $12 burger with fries, and the additional […]
Seniors in Florida flock to the new Hooters restaurant in The Villages retirement community
New Hooters Location Brings Joy to Florida Retirement Community A new Hooters has opened in a Florida retirement village, marking the chain’s first location to debut since its Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing earlier this year. This move aims to facilitate the acquisition and restructuring of the popular restaurant brand. Located roughly 45 miles northwest of […]
Robot chef leads the kitchen at a luxury restaurant as technology makes its way into upscale dining.
AI-Driven Dining Experience in Dubai A restaurant named Wuhu is set to open in central Dubai in late September 2025, focusing on what its leaders call “future meals.” At the heart of this innovative establishment is a language model known as Chef Aiman, designed specifically for the culinary scene. Aiman plays a key role in […]
Rising crime and high rent to close Cole’s French Dip, the oldest restaurant in LA
Los Angeles’ oldest restaurant is closing its doors. Cole’s French Dip, a staple in downtown Los Angeles for 117 years, announced plans to shut down due to issues like vandalism, high rent, and what they described as “general crimes,” among other difficulties. The closure is scheduled for August 3. Established in 1908, Cole’s holds the […]