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We’re on the road — okay, two blocks away — at Echo Taste & Sound with Vegas culinary icon Chef Natalie Young . From her legendary pancakes to her analog record players, Nat walks us through her new Arts District gem: part listening lounge, part brunch haven, and 100% a certified vibe . On Today’s Menu: 🎧 The magic of Hi-Fi audio and what makes Echo different 🥞 Why her pancakes taste like co...

On Today’s Menu: Shrimp tails in pasta? Ash calls it a microaggression. John rolls his eyes. When craft cocktails jumped the shaker John drops his top Vegas steakhouse list… 20 years later. Ash goes to bat for Golden Steer. James Trees takes over Voodoo Steak at the Rio — is it a “mis-STEAK”? Batista’s closes with zero warning. PR disaster or something worse? Matt Meyer’s new venture: a dry-aged m...

On Today’s Menu: 🍔 Cro-Burger Alert – 1228 Main makes the croissant burger real. Crescent vs. round? It’s delicious either way — but maybe limit it to nine a day for maximum hype. 🥩 Steakhouse Burger Wars – Carversteak drops a $45 Wagyu + egg bomb. John calls it yolk porn for bros; Ash says it's the Instagram tax. 🍸 Bar Boheme ’s Late-Night Steal – $15 burger and fries after 9PM with a drin...

On Today’s Menu: 🔪 Italian Food Smackdown: John unleashes on Battista's Hole in the Wall and the state of Italian-American slop across Vegas. Monzù – Italian Oven + Bar ? Amazing. Vetri Cucina ? Great. Battista’s? Legendary for the wrong reasons. 🍸 Cocktail Conspiracy: John's pet peeve of the week targets the shrinking, weakening cocktails plaguing Vegas bars. Are we being duped one $22...

On Today’s Menu: Opening chaos: Exploding water bottles, soggy notes, and John’s retirement unraveling. Crudo Confessional: John’s Italian seafood trip sparks a debate — true Crudo vs. Americanized ceviche. Burger Crawl Update: Final Four are locked — Delmonico, Mae Daly’s, Peter Luger, and Nicco’s. Who’s ready to burger down? Closures Galore: Farewell to Hogs & Heifers, Chamana's Café, Mr...

On Today’s Menu: 🎯 Bramàre & Table 34 Closed — John unpacks the Glusman family feud that shut down two Vegas restaurants. Felony charges, threats at Piero’s, and a cautionary tale: Never go into business with your family. 🍔 Burger Crawl Math — $31 for the burger, $30 to park? John’s not having it. We break down the true cost of Strip steakhouse burgers and why Nicco’s and Mae Daly’s are look...

On Today’s Menu: John returns from Italy Anniversary dinner at Robuchon European hospitality > American hostess stands Vegas cappuccinos: a national embarrassment Ash, Sam, and John prepare for the ultimate eat-off: Steakhouse Burger Crawl Final Four 🥇 The top four steakhouse burgers are crowned: #1 Delmonico – The smash burger GOAT #2 Mae Daly’s – A perfect classic, no frills #3 Peter Luger –...

We went on the road to Vegas Unstripped at the Palms, and it’s chaos in the best way. Champagne was sabered, Sam got iced, and we ate... everything. From escargot donuts to foie gras ice cream, this episode is a love letter to Vegas' best chefs. On Today’s Menu: Culinary highlights from Partage & Le Club with Chef Yuri Szarsewski Golden Steer Steakhouse's expansion to New York & more with...

Vegas Unstripped 2025 is just around the corner — and we’ll be there — so we’re bringing back our most popular episode that dives into last year’s Unstripped, plus a whole lot more. On Today’s Reheated Menu: John goes semi-viral (again) for calling Tony Hsieh a “drug-addicted creep” Private membership clubs — worth it or nah? Vegas Unstripped recap + behind-the-scenes local gossip The CWOSSAIIIINT...

On Today’s Menu: 💔 Tribute is paid to Christopher Janz, a respected figure in the Las Vegas food community, who passed away unexpectedly. 🍞 Daily Bread vs.1228 Main – The carb wars begin! Ash and John dive into their favorite loaves, legendary focaccia, and the casual joy of grabbing a fresh-baked gem to go. Plus, a shoutout to the ginger chicken salad that channels the spirit of Wolfgang Puck’s...

This week on Eat. Talk. Repeat. , Ash is hungover, John’s annoyed by everything, and Sam's eager to argue about burgers. We’ve hit 15 of Vegas’ top steakhouse burgers, and now it’s time to start winnowing it down to the Final Four. (Spoiler: emotions are running high, and nobody agrees.) On Today's Menu: 🥐 Full review of Bar Boheme , the elegant new Parisian bistro on Main Street. Duck li...

We went out of the studio and deep into taco territory this week at the Tacos & Tamales Festival with the legendary Leticia “Letty” Mitchell, chef and owner of Letty's de Leticia's Cocina , Leticia's Cocina & Cantina , and the new seafood-forward Carmelita's Mar Y Tierra . On Today’s Menu: 🌮 From hand-pressed tortillas to birria ramen, Letty shares: Her Las Vegas food journey — from 1964...

On Today’s Menu: The steakhouse burger crawl is getting intense — John is 9 deep, Sam's trying to catch up, & Ash is barely hanging on No spoilers (yet), but Final Four talk is heating up ICYMI, we’re on video now & John’s showing chest hair… viewer discretion advised Influencer food frauds Bar Boheme buzz grows Rant alert: bacon jam, QR codes, tipping culture, speakerphones in public, &am...

On Today’s Menu: Enshittification — when good spots go to hell faster than you can say “franchise special” Our Burger Crawl is serious business — chase the perfect patty or die trying Ambiance can make or break it — too fancy, I’m broke; too grim, I’m gone Authenticity’s our lifeline — mid-meat at One Steakhouse? John would rather eat his shoe Staff with a pulse save the day — treat ‘em right, or...

Chef Gio of Monzù – Italian Oven + Bar shares his culinary journey, from his family's rich restaurant legacy to his personal experiences in the kitchen. He discusses the importance of authenticity in Italian cuisine, his influences, and the transition from a career in opera to becoming a celebrated chef. He also touches on his awards and recognition in the culinary world, highlighting his cont...

On Today’s Menu: Monzu show coming soon!! Steakhouse burger crawl updatessss! Vegas Unstripped is back April 27 at Palms! Serious foodies, mark your calendars. Bazaar Meat is closing (and moving!) – what’s next for this legendary spot? The MEAT of the food news…… Golden Steer is heading to New York – but can it capture that Vegas magic? Or is NY too cutthroat? New restaurant openings, closures, an...

On Today’s Menu: Dayvid Figler of City Cast Las Vegas joins us to talk coffee & cocktails Programming update: we’re on location at Monzu on Tuesday! Review of Last Showgirl on bookandfilmglobe.com  Top, mid, & low-tier coffee spots Moccamaster 2000 — yes, it’s a real thing Our favorite hidden gems Why all roads lead to Liquid Diet The art of a craft cocktail & cocktail bar Why booze is...

On Today's Menu: Falling on our swords… sorry for the audio last week Steakhouse Burger Crawl unveiling with specific criteria & A FRY BREAKER 6 more reasons to ignore & hate Yelp The worst meal we’ve ever eaten or put in our mouth… never forget fingernail pizza We address listener questions, comments, & concerns Monkfish liver: avoid at all costs Stay strong, Signorelli! Thank you...

Welcome back to Eat. Talk. Repeat.! This week, we cover more culinary ground than any other pod or pundit in town — from avant‑garde tasting menus that feel like intergalactic missions to soggy burgers that’ll have you questioning everything.  On Today’s Menu… Tasting Menu Throwdown & Price Tag Debate: Single Thread: Is the hefty price tag worth this gastronomic adventure? You’ll have to liste...

Welcome back to Eat. Talk. Repeat. This week, we cover more ground than any other podcast or journalist in town! From the latest restaurant openings to our burger crawl plans, plus some food news you can actually use, we’ve got it all. John’s even willing to put a steak dinner on the line! Burger Crawl Planning: Wally’s is now officially on the Steak Burger Crawl list. Creating a list of 10 spots...

On Today’s Menu: 30th year of John officially reporting on the Las Vegas food scene How honest and informed opinions are hard to come by (except on this pod) Influencers often compromise their integrity for compensation Did Eater Las Vegas’ Top Restaurant List piss John off? Yes, because they often miss essential local AND quality spots The James Beard Awards have become less meaningful over time...

On Today’s Menu: New Year reflections and John’s travel tales Culinary comparisons: London vs. Las Vegas Dining experiences: recent ventures & exploring new culinary ventures Food news you can use & restaurant updates Breaking news: one of our favorite restaurants is relocating Pizza wars: a taste test Indian cuisine The impact of hospitality groups Pet peeves: menus & tables Questions...

On Today’s Menu: Where to find the best chocolate chip cookie on Earth Taste tempting palate, pleasing pics – short & sweet for the Millennials Retirement is nothing but self-care No strippers, just NY Strip Tuna cutting Holiday dining tips & Valentine's Day ideas High-end Asian cuisine Thai delights The Golden Steer: a culinary comeback Last-minute gourmet gifts Anyone else need a chiro a...

On Today’s Menu: Major Awards 2024 are HERE Former Chef of the Year and Executive Chef & Partner of Brezza & Bar Zazu , Nicole Brisson, joins us Dry aging The problem with Prime How much meat ties into the cigar world Italian adventures with the meat maven of Italy Are there too many steakhouses in Vegas? Nicole’s shocking guilty pleasure The Naughty Angel – what the hell is it? Terrible c...

On Today’s Menu: Sake bombs > caviar bumps 2024 Eater Las Vegas Award Winners just dropped… will they piss John off? John's a slut for fancy soap Burger throwdown: Peter Luger vs. Wally’s Picking on The Hamburguesa Principessa in her absence When do you know a restaurant is f*cked? The minute they say they’re getting a DJ The best burger in Las Vegas debate is coming soon… Vintner Grill: a cont...