Ziggy is almost two, and according to his Australian mom, over the weekend, he was asked to leave a restaurant with his family. Renèe Barendregt tells Kidspot that the reason behind the dining drama was simple: Ziggy acted like a toddler. “Can you please put your child in the seat?” After spending the day exploring the Gold Coast on their family holiday, Renee … Read more
They won’t “have what she’s having.” Venerated New York City institution Katz Delicatessen was spit-roasted online over its $30 sandwich, which viewers labeled “diabolical” and a “waste of money.” Founded in 1888, Katz’s is the oldest deli of its kind in NYC — and was made world-famous by the iconic orgasm scene in the 1989 … Read more
The latest advice from dating experts? Take a hike! First dates that involve an activity like hiking or taking a cooking class are 25% more likely to lead to a second date than meet-ups at a bars, restaurants or cafes, matchmaking company Tawkify found. Hiking especially boasts an impressive 50% success rate, according to data … Read more
You lose some, you win some. With the stock market taking investors on a roller-coaster ride, one New York restaurant is providing comfort amid the chaos — offering customers discounts based on their financial losses. The War Room Tavern in Albany — a favorite of Empire State politicos and located just steps from the State Capitol … Read more
Skinny guests have less “dough” to burn at this diabolical diner. A restaurant in Thailand is being accused of “fat shaming” after offering diners discounts if they can fit their bodies through spaces of varying widths, as detailed in an Instagram post with nearly 8 million views. Amina @amonthego and Alex @alexwandersyt stumbled upon the … Read more
Texas Roadhouse has replaced Olive Garden as America’s top casual dining chain. The two chains were followed by Chili’s, Applebee’s and Buffalo Wild Wings. Olive Garden had held the title since 2018, but a resurgence in Texas Roadhouse’s popularity has pushed the casual steakhouse ahead. Last year, Texas Roadhouse reportedly saw a 14.7% increase in sales, … Read more
People love to shake things up when it comes to martinis. Martini-core has been trending on social media for some time, and it doesn’t seem to be stopping. Though what kind of martini is the “it” martini? That’s always changing. While the espresso martini has recently been named the top cocktail in New York City, … Read more
This patron hit their tipping point. A frustrated diner has reignited the tipping debate after being asked to leave a tip twice. Reddit user @TheLarlagar explained in the EndTipping group that they ordered takeout through the restaurant’s website and tipped online to be nice because they live in a small town and wanted a good … Read more
It was a prank that was pulled off in plane sight. An Irish restaurant mocked Michael O’Leary — the CEO of budget airline Ryanair — by adding additional charges to his food bill, mimicking the extra fees his carrier often piled onto customers. Luvida, a restaurant in Navan, Ireland, shared in a Facebook post on … Read more
NYC restaurant owners fear the looming tariffs on European wines and spirits will slam their bottom line – with some popular haunts concerned the levies could force them out of business, Side Dish has learned. President Trump has threatened to impose a 200% duty on booze from the European Union after the EU vowed to … Read more
R&B singer Mark Morrison was arrested in Florida after he allegedly shoved a restaurant manager during a heated exchange, according to reports. An altercation involving the ’90s one-hit wonder happened Saturday at the Le Bar à Vin in Palm Beach after Morrison allegedly “stormed into” the restaurant and started arguing with the manager over an … Read more
A man was denied entry to a restaurant during an outing with his fiancee after the doorman claimed his outfit was inappropriate. Canadian DJ Andrew Fedyk, one half of the electronic music duo Loud Luxury, found himself at the center of controversy during a recent outing in Miami with his influencer partner, Madeleine White, this … Read more
They’ve been served some bad news. The oldest Michelin-starred restaurant in the world has lost its third star, according to multiple reports out of Europe. Since 1981, Georges Blanc, the beloved eatery in Vonnas, southeast France, has boasted three Michelin stars — the highest honor awarded by the famed restaurant guide. But now, Michelin has … Read more
She said “yes” — but people weren’t so happy for the couple. A woman posted a video on X revealing that she and her husband pulled a stunt in a restaurant that has sparked a fiery debate online. “My husband fake proposed to get us free drinks last night,” Jaela Bumpas captioned the video with … Read more
On the Border Mexican Grill & Cantina filed for bankruptcy protection this week as it struggled to compete in the macroeconomic environment. The Tex-Mex chain, owned by Argonne Capital Group, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Georgia earlier this week after reportedly shuttering 40 locations. According … Read more
It’s the most surprising Times Square miracle since the first New Year’s Eve ball dropped in 1907. The View — a rotating, notoriously awful restaurant atop the Marriott Marquis hotel (1535 Broadway) — has good food for the first time since it opened in 1985. Make that VERY good food. Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group has … Read more
Despite arriving at his reservation on time, a punctual patron paid the price for dashing before dining. Content creator Sean Lans has drummed up a debate over restaurant cancellation fees after complaining that he and his friend were allegedly charged a $25 fee for not ordering any food at an unnamed NYC restaurant, despite showing … Read more
Tasteful noods only. NYC is at the tip of the chopstick when it comes to Chinese food in the United States, according to Yelp. The popular review site ranked Queens eatery Maxi’s Noodle number one on a new Top 100 Chinese Restaurants list — thrilling the proprietor, who swapped a corporate job for the rigors of … Read more
One of the alleged assailants of former NHL tough guy and hockey broadcaster Paul Bissonnette denied any involvement in the incident when police officers approached him following the November altercation. Sean Daley denied knowing anything about what officers were talking about after they tracked him down 2 miles down the road from where he and … Read more
Scottsdale police have released surveillance video of a brawl involving former NHL player Paul Bissonnette and six men at a Houston’s restaurant on Nov. 24, which resulted in him being hospitalized. In the footage, posted to social media by 12News, Bissonnette is shirtless and chased through a parking lot while several men pursue him — eventually … Read more