DoorDash introduces Zesty AI app for finding restaurants and social interactions
DoorDash Launches New AI-Powered App Zesty DoorDash is introducing Zesty, an artificial intelligence-driven social app designed to streamline your restaurant search experience. The aim? To make it easier for you to discover local dining options quickly. Currently in public beta testing in the San Francisco Bay Area and New York, Zesty allows users to request […]
Robbers steal $100K worth of snails from farm supplying Michelin star restaurants ahead of the holidays
Major Snail Heist in France A surprising theft has taken place at a renowned snail farm in northern France, where thieves made off with about 1,000 pounds of escargot valued at over $100,000. This incident comes just in time for the holiday season, when this delicacy is particularly sought after. In the early hours of […]
Well-known influencer The Bitchy Waiter shares his wildest experiences from working in New York City restaurants.
Daron Cardoza, known as the “Bitchy Waiter,” recently recalled a particularly awful experience he had as a server. At Houlihan’s on West 49th Street, a group of rude women left just a penny as a tip. “I actually fished the penny out of my glass and tracked them down outside,” Cardoza shared. When confronted, he […]
Restaurants in Washington, D.C. encounter new charges for outdoor dining after five years
New Outdoor Dining Regulations in D.C. After five years of pandemic-era freedoms, restaurants in Washington D.C. are facing increasing fees and new restrictions on outdoor dining, reflecting a broader trend across many cities to reclaim public spaces and enforce safety measures. Starting December 1, eateries in the city will be required to pay new fees […]
What Diners Should Know About the ‘No Tax On Tips’ Rule Coming to Restaurants
A provision in President Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act allows some workers, including restaurant staff, to deduct up to $25,000 annually in “qualified tips.” This change will affect those employees from 2025 to 2028, introducing updates to existing practices in many restaurants. One significant alteration involves mandatory tips—often seen on checks for larger groups—that […]
These 40 restaurants are providing free meals and discounts to veterans on Veterans Day.
Restaurants nationwide are set to celebrate Veterans Day on November 11 by providing free meals and various discounts to active-duty military personnel and veterans. Applebee’s On Veterans Day, Applebee’s will treat active-duty service members, veterans, reservists, and National Guard members to a complimentary full-size entrée. They can choose from a selection that includes a 6oz […]
Research shows 34% of Americans are still tipping 20% at restaurants even though they are tired of it.
Many Americans, despite some frustration with tipping norms, still show a level of generosity at restaurants. A recent poll surveying over 1,000 diners indicated that 34% often leave a 20% tip, while around 19% are tipping less than 10%. This divide suggests both good intentions from diners and a growing weariness regarding the tipping culture […]
New York City now features numerous excellent Mexican restaurants
New Wave of Mexican Cuisine in New York City Step aside, xiao long bao and dragon rolls; New York’s culinary spotlight is now shining on pork belly chicharrones and tacos calleheros. Interestingly, Mexican cuisine, enriched with Asian influences, is gaining newfound recognition, stepping into a space it hasn’t quite occupied before. For ages, taco stands […]
California’s allergen regulations for restaurants raise worries for businesses across the country
California’s Restaurant Allergy Law Raises Concerns Restaurants in California have faced numerous challenges lately. From prolonged closures due to the pandemic, skyrocketing food prices, to a decline in customers due to high taxes—it’s been tough. Now, with the recent legislation requiring restaurants to display major food allergens on their menus, things may get even more […]
Water experts offer $95 iceberg water at high-end restaurants
Fine Dining Takes Water Seriously Would you shell out $95 for a bottle of water? It seems that some upscale restaurants are banking on the idea that you just might. Across hotspots from Los Angeles to Spain, many fine-dining venues are now presenting elaborate “water menus.” Guests can order water much like they would wine, […]