NYC restaurants offer $9 discounts to defray congestion pricing toll
Restaurants in Manhattan's dreaded congestion toll zones are struggling to keep customers coming by offering to pay the $9 toll, Side Dish has learned. From Midtown's Fresco by Scott to Nomad's Sushi by Bow to the Financial District's Clinton Hall, diners can find some relief from the hated tax that went into effect Sunday. “We […]
Seattle’s new $20.76-per-hour minimum wage law forces at least 5 more restaurants to close
At least five more restaurants are set to close in Seattle, days after the City Council's new minimum wage law mandating $20.76 an hour goes into effect. That's what the local hospitality industry is predicting. In 2025, even more small and medium-sized businesses will go bankrupt. Less than a year after opening, the owner of […]
Chef Geoffrey Lee quits restaurants after spat with influencer
An acclaimed San Francisco chef has suspended operations at all three of his high-profile restaurants after publicly posting abusive messages allegedly sent to him by a fashion influencer. Jeffrey Lee's fall from grace was apparently sparked by the content creator's comments last month. Lieutenant Cat She lightly criticized his hamburger after eating it at one […]
Katz’s and Peter Luger named among best restaurants in the world
New York has long been one of the world's major cities, and it has a wealth of restaurants to match. Currently, some of these eateries have the highest ratings. Online travel guide TasteAtlas has announced its list. 100 most legendary restaurants in the worldranks spots that are “renowned for longevity, authenticity, and iconic cuisine” and […]
More than 80 People Get Sick After Los Angeles Times ‘101 Best Restaurants’ Event
California health officials are investigating and an oyster recall is underway after dozens of people attended the event. Los Angeles Times I got sick at a food festival. More than 80 people attended the “101 Best Restaurants” event hosted by the newspaper on December 3rd. reported According to the Los Angeles County Department of Public […]
Chi-Chi’s Restaurants to Return in 2025 After Closing Down 20 Years Ago
A Minnesota-based Mexican restaurant chain is preparing to reopen some locations in 2025 after closing 20 years ago. According to CNN, Hormel Foods, the owner of Chi-Chi's trademark, announced on Tuesday that it would allow the son of the chain's co-founder to use the store's name. reported Wednesday. Co-founders Marno McDermott and Green Bay Packers […]
All the stores and restaurants open on Thanksgiving 2024
Turkey is not for everyone. And American companies know this very well. So it won't be difficult to get coffee, fast food, last-minute groceries, or a sit-down meal across the country on Thanksgiving Day. Government-run services such as the Post Office will be closed and garbage collection in New York City will be suspended 24 […]
Which major restaurants will be open on Thanksgiving?
Virtuoso's Vice President of Global Communications Misty Belles breaks down the holiday travel season, trends, destinations, and what's in store for 2025. As family and friends prepare for Thanksgiving on Thursday, some last-minute planners may be considering outsourcing their holiday meals. Some restaurants close all at once during the holidays to give team members time […]
Resy reveals NYC restaurants with the most regulars — and the best time to book reservations
Resy's new report takes a closer look at the past year's food and dining trends, as well as the Big Apple's best-loved cake restaurants. Analyzing reservation data and diner research to compile the report, the booking platform lists the top New York City spots with the most rebookings, with Balthazar, Café Chelsea, L'Artusi, Pastis, and […]
Car drives through Italian restaurant’s windows, sending brunch customers running
Shocking footage shows the moment a car crashes into a restaurant in Georgia where customers were enjoying a meal over the weekend. Fresca Trattoria owner Lisa Myers told FOX 5 Atlanta that a car crashed into her restaurant Saturday around 3 p.m. The restaurant, located in Stone Mountain, Georgia, specialized in Italian cuisine and was […]