Eat. Talk. Repeat.
Renowned Las Vegas food critic John Curtas is serving you a new kind of food show — a proper food show. Co-hosted with his gastronomically-opinionated friends, Sam & Ash (of billboard lawyer notoriety), this podcast is not for the faint of palate. John has been the voice of the Vegas food scene since 1995 and has eaten in more local restaurants more often than anyone ever. So he doesn't have to justify his opinions. Sharpen your tongues as John & Associates recommend where to make reservations... and where to have reservations as you learn to eat like a critic. Bon appétit!
Episodes
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. Chow, Cathédrale at Aria, and… Gi...
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 looking better every day.
💐 Mother’s Day ...
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 – Big meat energy, raw onion...
We went on the road toVegas 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 Amanda Signorelli
- Bourbon Steak's ne...
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 CWOSSAIIIINTS bracket is unveiled
- Mead spots ...
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 long-lost Xinhua.
🍗 John's Reluc...
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 liver, Dover sole, pâté en croûte, and f...
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 to opening restaurants in a pandemic
T...
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, & coffee shop rage… boomers beware
- Of...
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 your steak’s toast
- Corkage fees? Nego...
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 contributions to the Las Vegas d...
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, and some insider rumors we need to shut...
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 a cultural thing ...
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 for keeping Golden Steer ...
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 listen to decide!
Endo:Dive into a wo...
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 with a deadline, ranki...
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
- Top 5 essential plac...
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, comments, hate mail? Email us at...
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 after a sus...
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 customer tales...
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