#dining-trends
#dining-trends

fromNew York Post

more#culinary-experiences

These are the secret off-menu dishes at NYC's trendiest restaurants

Diners now seek exclusive off-menu items for unique culinary experiences, as restaurants adapt to this trend.

fromIndependent

6 months ago

Miscellaneous

Lucinda O'Sullivan's restaurant wrap: My best and worst meals of 2024

Wellness

fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008

How 30-Somethings Are Redefining Fun Across the U.S. (No Clubbing Required) | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

People in their 30s are shifting towards intentional living, prioritizing meaningful connections and experiences over nightlife.

#california-cuisine

East Bay food

Michelin honors 15 Bay Area/California restaurants as new discoveries'

California's Michelin Guide has identified 15 new restaurant discoveries across the state, marking a celebration of its evolving culinary scene.

fromLos Angeles Times

Silicon Valley food

4 all-you-can-eat restaurants changing the buffet game in Los Angeles

The pandemic severely impacted buffets, but new restaurants are redefining the all-you-can-eat experience.

East Bay food

Michelin honors 15 Bay Area/California restaurants as new discoveries'

California's Michelin Guide has identified 15 new restaurant discoveries across the state, marking a celebration of its evolving culinary scene.

Silicon Valley food

fromLos Angeles Times

4 all-you-can-eat restaurants changing the buffet game in Los Angeles

The pandemic severely impacted buffets, but new restaurants are redefining the all-you-can-eat experience.

more#california-cuisine

fromwww.london-unattached.com

1 day ago

A 22-Year-Old Tech Bro Built a Website That That Judges Diners by Their Looks. Obviously.

The model is certainly biased. It's certainly flawed. But we judge places by the people who go there. This website just puts reductive numbers on the superficial calculations we make every day.

NYC food

fromForbes

3 days ago

The Three Martini Lunch Is A Relic But There Are Still Important Rules For A Business Meal

"The term 'power lunch' was coined in an article by Lee Eisenberg... to describe the number of powerful business people who dined at The Four Seasons restaurant in New York City."

Food & drink

#london-restaurants

London food

New Restaurants in London The Ultimate Selection

London food

Why are so many London restaurants now charging a 15% service charge?

7 months ago

London

5 London restaurants have just been added to the Michelin Guide

fromwww.london-unattached.com

New Restaurants in London The Ultimate Selection

The best new restaurants in London prioritize affordable, high-quality dining experiences.

Economic challenges are shifting consumer preferences toward accessible and creative culinary options.

Why are so many London restaurants now charging a 15% service charge?

Service charges in London restaurants are increasingly set at 15%, reflecting a change in tipping culture influenced by recent legislation.

7 months ago

London

5 London restaurants have just been added to the Michelin Guide

more#london-restaurants

#culinary-arts

fromEater Austin

Dining

In Texas, Omakase Is Performance Art

2 days ago

Food & drink

America's 10 most destination-worthy pizza joints

fromEater Austin

Dining

In Texas, Omakase Is Performance Art

2 days ago

Food & drink

America's 10 most destination-worthy pizza joints

Fast food restaurants are still in decline: April traffic slips and McDonald's, Chipotle sales slump in Q1

Traffic at U.S. quick service restaurants declined by 1.7% year-over-year, indicating growing consumer caution and shifts in dining habits.

Beer

11 Fast Food Chains That Serve Alcohol - Tasting Table

SF food

fromFast Company

Fast food restaurants are still in decline: April traffic slips and McDonald's, Chipotle sales slump in Q1

Traffic at U.S. quick service restaurants declined by 1.7% year-over-year, indicating growing consumer caution and shifts in dining habits.

Beer

11 Fast Food Chains That Serve Alcohol - Tasting Table

more#consumer-behavior

The Rise And Fall Of The Restaurant Salad Bar - Tasting Table

The salad bar revolutionized dining in 1960s America, symbolizing affordability and customization.

Hygiene concerns have led to a decline in the popularity of traditional salad bars.

Pizza Hut, Chili's, Olive Garden: The Death of the Middle-Class Restaurant

Casual dining chains have been declining, with families opting for more affordable options amid busy lifestyles.

fromSpoon University

Where Does Gen Z Get Their Restaurant Recommendations From?

American dining habits have changed significantly, especially among Gen Z, influenced by social media and technological advancements.

Madrid food

fromwww.theguardian.com

The 10.30pm dinner: is British food culture becoming more Spanish?

Late-night dining is becoming a trend in London, reflecting a possible revival of social habits post-COVID.

fromGrub Street

NYC food

The Hillstoning of New York

fromSFGATE

1 week ago

East Bay food

San Francisco's Four Kings is a perfect restaurant

fromwww.nytimes.com

Pizza Hut, Chili's, Olive Garden: The Death of the Middle-Class Restaurant

Casual dining chains have been declining, with families opting for more affordable options amid busy lifestyles.

fromSpoon University

Where Does Gen Z Get Their Restaurant Recommendations From?

American dining habits have changed significantly, especially among Gen Z, influenced by social media and technological advancements.

Madrid food

fromwww.theguardian.com

The 10.30pm dinner: is British food culture becoming more Spanish?

Late-night dining is becoming a trend in London, reflecting a possible revival of social habits post-COVID.

fromGrub Street

NYC food

The Hillstoning of New York

fromSFGATE

1 week ago

East Bay food

San Francisco's Four Kings is a perfect restaurant

more#restaurant-industry

Neighborhood Icons on the North and South Sides Call it Quits

Uncle Remus Chicken closed but aims to relocate; Chicago's dining scene is evolving with new and longstanding eateries making moves.

fromwww.berkeleyside.org

East Bay food

May melancholy: Favored spots in Berkeley and Oakland close before summer

fromEater Atlanta

Miscellaneous

The Growing List of West Midtown Restaurant Closures Is Worrisome

Chicago

fromEater Chicago

Neighborhood Icons on the North and South Sides Call it Quits

Uncle Remus Chicken closed but aims to relocate; Chicago's dining scene is evolving with new and longstanding eateries making moves.

fromwww.berkeleyside.org

East Bay food

May melancholy: Favored spots in Berkeley and Oakland close before summer

fromEater Atlanta

Miscellaneous

The Growing List of West Midtown Restaurant Closures Is Worrisome

more#restaurant-closures

The Most Affordable NYC Tasting Menus - New York - The Infatuation

Tasting menus have become more accessible and affordable, often available for under $140.

Casual tasting-menu restaurants are emerging, providing gourmet experiences without formal settings or high costs.

fromBuzzFeed

8 months ago

France news

If A Restaurant Server Does This One Thing, They Are More Likely To Get A Bigger Tip

fromThe Infatuation

The Most Affordable NYC Tasting Menus - New York - The Infatuation

Tasting menus have become more accessible and affordable, often available for under $140.

Casual tasting-menu restaurants are emerging, providing gourmet experiences without formal settings or high costs.

fromBuzzFeed

8 months ago

France news

If A Restaurant Server Does This One Thing, They Are More Likely To Get A Bigger Tip

Two 25-Year-Old Manhattan Restaurants to Close This Month

Rue 57 and Ethiopian Queen of Sheba are closing due to financial pressures, reflecting broader challenges faced by restaurants in New York.

fromTime Out New York

These are the top outdoor dining spots in NYC, according to OpenTable

Outdoor dining is increasingly popular in spring and summer, with many Americans prioritizing open-air experiences despite weather challenges.

NYC food

Who Is the New Wegmans Sushi Restaurant Even For?

Two 25-Year-Old Manhattan Restaurants to Close This Month

Rue 57 and Ethiopian Queen of Sheba are closing due to financial pressures, reflecting broader challenges faced by restaurants in New York.

fromTime Out New York

These are the top outdoor dining spots in NYC, according to OpenTable

Outdoor dining is increasingly popular in spring and summer, with many Americans prioritizing open-air experiences despite weather challenges.

NYC food

Who Is the New Wegmans Sushi Restaurant Even For?

more#new-york-city

fromianVisits

The London Buzz - 8th May 2025

Lawyers working for a housing charity sued Haringey council using fake AI-generated cases, leading to strong disapproval from the judge overseeing the case.

London politics

fromFast Company

Why (and how) DoorDash and Uber Eats are getting into the restaurant reservations game

Restaurant reservations have become highly sought after and competitive, akin to concert tickets.

fromLos Angeles Times

One of L.A.'s best French restaurants is closing, plans to reopen with a new look and menu

"It was starting to become this thing that maybe wasn't the restaurant that I was trying to shape it into. Over time, the neighborhood evolved one way, I evolved one way and the restaurant evolved one way. And the visions weren't really aligned."

Paris food

fromEater Atlanta

Another West Midtown Restaurant Has Closed

Bartaco in West Midtown has closed after 10 years, highlighting a trend of restaurant closures in the area due to various financial pressures.

12 Shuttered Vegas Buffets We Really, Truly Miss - Tasting Table

The Buffet at Luxor was a beloved dining option in Las Vegas, offering affordability and accessibility, but it closed in 2025, reflecting changing dining trends.

Paris food

fromFood52

fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.

How to Start Your Own Supper Club Side Hustle

Supper clubs are the latest trend in dining, offering intimate, themed experiences that foster community.

Cocktails

Dirt Cheap Martinis Are DC's Best New Trend

Cucina Morini's $7 martini deal sparked a trend and increased competitiveness in local nightlife, benefiting both consumers and restaurants.

7 months ago

This is officially London's best Thai restaurant in 2024

Singburi is London's top Thai restaurant, known for its 'riveting, electrifying cooking' and 'expert seafood cookery', making it truly a must-visit.

Miscellaneous

Do Pizza Hut Buffets Still Exist? - Tasting Table

Pizza Hut is reviving its buffet model, tapping into nostalgia while adapting to modern dining preferences.

Mental health

fromHarvard Gazette

Is dining with others a sign of happiness? - Harvard Gazette

Sharing meals with others significantly boosts life satisfaction and positive emotions, comparable to income in its correlation with happiness.

Silicon Valley food

fromFast Company

Why this iconic San Francisco pizza shop is going all in on QR codes-despite the skepticism

QR codes enhance efficiency in busy restaurants, especially during high-traffic events.

The Biggest Los Angeles Restaurant Openings in February 2025

Los Angeles is buzzing with new restaurant openings, from big chains to unique cafes, offering diverse culinary experiences across the city.

Food & drink

What Happened to 'Appetizers'?

Restaurants creatively use menus to enhance the dining experience, but clarity on portion sizes has diminished.

The shift towards playful menu language is rooted in the small plates sharing trend.

fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.

9 years ago

The 38 Best Restaurants in Toronto

Toronto's culinary diversity is defined by its multicultural neighborhoods, offering an eclectic range of food without a single iconic dish.

DC food

The Most Frequented Spots on Washingtonian's 100 Very Best Restaurants List

LA food

fromEater LA

The Biggest Los Angeles Restaurant Openings in February 2025

Los Angeles is buzzing with new restaurant openings, from big chains to unique cafes, offering diverse culinary experiences across the city.

Food & drink

What Happened to 'Appetizers'?

Restaurants creatively use menus to enhance the dining experience, but clarity on portion sizes has diminished.

The shift towards playful menu language is rooted in the small plates sharing trend.

fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.

9 years ago

The 38 Best Restaurants in Toronto

Toronto's culinary diversity is defined by its multicultural neighborhoods, offering an eclectic range of food without a single iconic dish.