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Restaurant Punk

Kara Restaurant Group

When you work in the restaurant industry, sometimes you just need to cut the s*** and get a little toasted so that you can spill the tea and shake off that saltiness. Simply stated - sometimes you need to flip the f*** out! Cut through the noise and tune in to hear hilarious anecdotes, humbling advice on how to create a hospitality business that doesn"t suck, and whatever the hell else we come up with after decades in the industry.

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All Episodes

17:34

Borrowing Money in the Restaurant Business: Family...

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2025/10/29

Borrowing and lending money always sounds simple…until it isn’t. In this episode of Restaurant Punk, the crew gets real about how money and relationships collide in the restaurant world. From skipping the bank and taking loans from family to handshake deals, interest rates, and debts that never seem to go away - we’re talking about the emotional and financial toll of doing business with people you actually know. It’s raw, funny, and a little too real for anyone who’s ever lent - or borrowed -...

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18:47

Honesty is the Best Policy: Restaurant Guests, Fake...

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2025/10/22

What happens when guests say, “Everything’s great!” - then leave a one-star review? In this episode of Restaurant Punk, the crew serves up a brutally honest conversation about fake compliments, real complaints, and the fine line between feedback and sabotage. They share stories about lying customers, clueless owners, over-salted dishes, the lost art of bread service, and why honesty is harder to find than a good tip. It’s unfiltered, hilarious, and all too real for anyone in hospitality. 👉

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19:10

The Restaurant Punk Attitude Problem: Are We Mean… or...

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2025/10/15

What’s the difference between being mean and just telling it like it is? In this unfiltered episode of Restaurant Punk, the crew gets real about how honesty, tone, and personality come across in the restaurant world. They talk about sarcasm, shouting on the line, workplace double standards, and why some people can’t handle blunt truth anymore. From wild coworker stories to debates about gender bias and generational “softness,” this episode dives deep into how communication has changed—and wha...

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15:34

Food, Service, or Atmosphere: What REALLY Matters...

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2025/10/08

Is it the food, the service, or the atmosphere that shapes a guest’s experience? In this episode of Restaurant Punk, we dive deep into how each one can make—or break—a night out. From servers acting like performers to restaurants that look like hospitals, to the power of decor, music, and mood—we debate what really sticks with guests long after the meal. It’s unfiltered talk, laughs, and plenty of perspective from the people living the restaurant grind. 👉 Episode Topics Include: restaurant

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21:38

Restaurant Hiring Red Flags: What Managers Really Notice

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2025/10/01

Hiring in the restaurant industry is tough—and sometimes the biggest red flags show up before a new employee even starts. In this episode of Restaurant Punk, the crew gets real about the warning signs they’ve seen in interviews: bad hygiene, showing up late, sketchy resumes, trauma-dumping, and even wild excuses like “my cat attacked me.” We dig into what managers actually notice first, when to trust your gut, and why some risks pay off while others blow up in your face. Whether you’re runnin...

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15:34

AI Automation in Hospitality: Will Robots Take Over...

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2025/09/24

AI is showing up in restaurants faster than most chefs can sharpen a knife—from self-ordering kiosks to fully automated pizza shops. But will technology ever replace chefs, servers, and the human side of hospitality? In this episode of Restaurant Punk, we dig into how artificial intelligence is already changing the food industry, what automation could mean for costs and customer service, and whether dining without people is even dining at all. It’s unfiltered talk, real-world perspective, and...

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20:03

Revolting Restaurant Experiences: The WORST Meals We...

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2025/09/17

Ever spent big on a meal that turned out to be the worst dining experience of your life? In this episode of Restaurant Punk, we swap stories about the most disappointing meals we’ve ever paid for—including a $1,300 Vegas steakhouse disaster. We break down why bad food stings more when the bill is sky-high, share hidden gems that beat the “must-try” spots, and debate whether the Northeast really has the best food—or if the South deserves more credit. It’s real talk, plenty of laughs, and the k...

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15:21

Restaurant Wives: Why Our Partners Think We’re Crazy

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2025/09/10

Running a restaurant isn’t just a job—it’s a lifestyle that can drive your significant other a little crazy. In this episode of Restaurant Punk, the crew dives into how partners really feel about life with a restaurateur. From late-night fryer checks to the constant tug-of-war between work and family, this one’s for every restaurant owner (and every partner who thinks they’re nuts). In this episode: · Scarves in the dining room—fashion statement or foul? · &nbs...

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16:57

The Great Egg Debate: Hard-Boiled, Scrambled, or… in...

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2025/08/27

From silky Japanese omelets to crispy diner eggs—and even a bizarre sock-spun yolk hack—Nick, Nikos, and Peter go all-in on the most versatile ingredient in the kitchen: the egg. In this episode of Restaurant Punk, you’ll hear: · The perfect hard-boiled egg method (vinegar or no vinegar?) · Why some chefs love crispy egg edges and others can’t stand them · The surprising symbolism of eggs across cultures and traditi...

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18:13

Debunking Restaurant Myths: The Guest Isn’t Always Right

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2025/08/20

How far should you go to keep a guest happy? In this episode of Restaurant Punk, Nikos, Liz, and Yanni get brutally honest about guest entitlement, the myth of “the customer is always right,” and why one table can cause all the drama. From no-shows to last-minute demands, walk-ins vs. reservations, and that infamous Table 5, nothing’s off-limits. 💥 You’ll hear: The unwritten rules of seating regularsWhen saying “no” is the right moveBehind-the-scenes chaos from the dinner rushHilarious (and

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16:01

Reservation Roulette: Accepting Walk-Ins and...

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2025/08/13

How far should you go to accommodate a guest? This episode of Restaurant Punk dives into the realities and ridiculousness of the hospitality world. Niko, Liz, and Yanni serve up unfiltered opinions on guest entitlement, table reservations, and what really goes down when someone demands “their table.” 💥 Things get heated as the crew breaks down: · The myth of “the customer is always right” · Walk-ins vs. reservations: who wins? · ...

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11:25

Celebrity Chef or Camera Cook?: Are Food Network...

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2025/08/06

What makes someone a real chef—and who’s just playing one on TV? In this episode of Restaurant Punk, we tackle the big personalities and even bigger questions behind food entertainment. From Gordon Ramsay and Bobby Flay to Martha Stewart and Julia Child, we debate who deserves the title “chef” and who’s just selling the sizzle. We dive into: · The difference between cooks, chefs, and food influencers · What TV doesn’t show you about real kit...

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13:51

The Critiquing Curse: Why Restaurateurs Thinks...

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2025/07/30

In this episode of Restaurant Punk, we’re calling out the elephant in the dining room: why does every restaurateur think they know better? From ketchup bottles to reservation apps, we get real about the egos, unsolicited advice, and strong opinions that fly in this industry. You’ll hear us debate: · Why some owners can’t help but critique · The fine line between mentorship and arrogance · When to take advice—and whe...

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13:19

When Should A Server Be Promoted? Restaurant...

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2025/07/23

What makes someone ready to step into a leadership role in the restaurant industry? In this unfiltered episode of Restaurant Punk, we talk promotions, maturity, and the messy middle ground between being a coworker and becoming a boss. Whether you’re an owner, manager, or rising team member, we dig into: · What maturity really looks like on the floor · How to promote without formal “managers” · When friendships blur ...

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14:00

How to Train Your Servers: Can You Teach...

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2025/07/16

In this wild ride of an episode, the Restaurant Punk crew goes from glucose tests and beard nets to a serious debate: Can you teach anyone how to serve in a restaurant? We’re talking real-world training fails, front-of-house fundamentals, and whether personality can be taught—or if some people just aren’t cut out for the job (looking at you, DMV). Plus: Pregnant Noelle breaks down the infamous glucose testThe pros and cons of food runners vs. bussersBeard net fashion tips (yes, really)Wh...

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15:36

Restaurant Survival 101: How to Handle Coworkers Who...

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2025/07/09

Ever worked a shift where a coworker turned the floor into their personal therapy session? In this episode of Restaurant Punk, we dive into one of the service industry’s biggest pet peeves: oversharing at work. From emotional meltdowns at the espresso machine to full-blown life stories told during dinner rush, we explore: Why oversharing disrupts workflow and guest experienceHow leadership can (and should) set professional boundariesThe difference between supporting mental health and enabling...

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13:43

Serving Drama: When Restaurant Employees Overshare...

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2025/07/02

In this episode of Restaurant Punk, the crew dives into the all-too-common workplace dilemma: when personal problems spill into professional spaces. From baristas unloading their life stories at the counter to coworkers turning the floor into a therapy session, we ask the big question—where’s the line between being real and being disruptive? We discuss: The impact of emotional oversharing in restaurantsWhat strong leadership looks like during tough shiftsMental health vs. unprofessional behav...

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14:50

"Here’s Your F*@*!ng Hot Dog!" | When Restaurant...

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2025/06/25

Every restaurant worker has that one story—the moment you just couldn’t take it anymore. In this episode of Restaurant Punk, we get real about what happens when patience runs out and the hospitality mask slips. From shouting over hot dogs and bar tab chases to the quiet chaos of a server on their last nerve, we share the moments we lost it... and maybe learned something along the way (or not). 👊 In this episode: When customer entitlement pushes you too farThe art of “professional”

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11:36

Honey, I’m Home: Who Is Head Chef in a Restaurant...

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2025/06/18

What happens when restaurant pros head home for dinner? In this episode of Restaurant Punk, we’re serving up real talk about life beyond the kitchen line—from first-date meals to who really handles the home cooking when you're in the industry. 🍽️ The crew shares: Their go-to "impress you" dishes (hello, filet and stolen soufflés)The great taco debate: hard shell vs. softWhy restaurant skills don’t always translate to the home kitchenCooking dynamics in relationships (and how some of us went

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9:43

Restaurant Creativity: Should the Front of House...

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2025/06/11

In this episode of Restaurant Punk, the team dives into a hot-button topic in the hospitality world: How much creative freedom do front-of-house staff actually have? From table settings and service styles to guest interactions and small touches that shape the dining experience, we unpack where creativity thrives—and where it gets shut down. Along the way, expect laughter, a few unexpected tangents (yes, someone ends up in a crop top), and honest takes from the restaurant floor. Whether y...

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