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Eat. Talk. Repeat.

What"s Right Network

John Curtas is a legit food critic, with the bona fides to back it up. Ash Watkins is an amateur, and the first to admit it. Together they cover the restaurants, bars, and people that make Las Vegas one of the world"s best food cities. They"re not here to chase hype, clicks, or likes. They"re here to tell you what"s worth your time, appetite, and money. No cheese pulls, no yolk porn — just honest analysis of a restaurant"s food, service, atmosphere, and the overall vibe. They do this because they

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00:56:56

Drink. Talk. Repeat. | THE Las Vegas Bar List

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2026/10/09

On today’s episode of Eat. Talk. Repeat.A couple of weeks ago, John posted his 55 Essential Restaurants of Las Vegas on eatinglv.com. This week's episode is the bar list to go with it. Our resident bar fly, James Reza, is back with his 50 essential Las Vegas bars, and we go through the list alphabetically over a round of absinthe.James's list is about bars that matter, not just bars that are hot right now. It includes the oldest liquor license in town (Atomic Liquors), a 1970s fern bar with

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00:56:48

Worst Burger of the Year?

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2026/10/02

On today’s episode of Eat. Talk. Repeat., John Curtas and Ash Watkins are back with another round of Las Vegas restaurant reviews, food news, and strong opinions.🍔 The Worst Burger of the Year? John has some thoughts on Harlo, plus reviews of Amata Modern Thai, Zaytoon, Yu by SIJIE, Hayworth, Ada’s, YEN Viet Kitchen, Banchan, and more.🔥 SMKD BBQ hits T-Mobile Arena with smoked meats, smashed brisket, pulled pork, and a lineup of BBQ sandwiches.🍷 Wine is coming to you. Ada’s launches the Nine

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01:07:14

Vegas on the Rocks: James Reza Tells All (FBF)

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2026/09/25

On Today’s Menu:🎙️ A long-awaited guest finally joins us: James Reza, downtown insider, writer, editor, and cocktail connoisseur.📰 How Reza helped unleash John Curtas, the food critic on Las Vegas (blame him or thank him).📉 Is Las Vegas really “dead”? We unpack the tourism stats, Wall Street meddling, and the slow death of the $0.99 shrimp cocktail myth.💸 Why filet mignon is $95 in Vegas but $52 in Manhattan — and why no one’s lowering prices anytime soon.📲 Influencer culture: pay-for-play

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01:13:16

The Wine Decline: Vegas Wine Experts Tell All

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2026/09/18

On today’s episode of Eat. Talk. Repeat., John Curtas shares a glass with two of Las Vegas’ biggest wine nerds: Eric Prato of Garagiste Wine Room and Dave Klarer of Timeless Hospitality.With Ash out, John finally gets his long-awaited wine episode with plenty of strong opinions and a deep dive into what’s actually happening with wine right now.🍷 Is the wine industry really in decline?🍷 Are younger generations killing wine culture, or just changing it?🍷 Did the wine world make itself too

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00:57:15

Michelin Guide: A Double-Edged Sword

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2026/09/11

On today’s episode of Eat. Talk. Repeat.🍽️ The Michelin Guide, food influencers, restaurant reviews & the future of Vegas dining — it’s all on the table.In this episode of Eat. Talk. Repeat., Ash Watkins and John Curtis dig into the latest happenings in the Las Vegas food scene, including a closer look at the Michelin Guide’s newest selections and what those awards really mean for local restaurants.They also dive into the ever-changing world of food influencers, discussing whether their

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01:19:22

So… What Happened to Vegas Bars?

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2026/09/04

On today’s episode of Eat. Talk. Repeat.What makes a great bar scene—and what happens when the neighborhood around it starts to change?In this episode of Eat. Talk. Repeat., Ash Watkins and John Curtas sit down with James Reza and Derek Stonebarger to talk all things Las Vegas bars, cocktails, and the ever-evolving Arts District. From the realities of running a bar and the challenges of rising costs and leases to gentrification, First Friday, parking, and keeping a true local community alive, this

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01:18:48

Restaurant Marketing in 2026 — The Good, The Bad, and...

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2026/08/28

On today’s episode of Eat. Talk. Repeat.What makes a food influencer credible—and who gets to decide?This week on Eat. Talk. Repeat., John Curtas sits down with Chef Jeffrey Weiss and Phil Zing to dig into the messy world of restaurant marketing, PR, and influencer culture. They break down what actually makes an influencer valuable, how viral food content translates into real business, the ethics of comped meals and transparency, and whether awards and engagement really mean anything.Plus, they get

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00:49:39

The State of the Las Vegas Food Scene

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2026/08/21

Las Vegas food news, restaurant gossip, and plenty of opinions—what more could you want? 👀This week, John and Ash dive into the influence of foodies and influencers, what’s happening with downtown bars and restaurants, celebrity chef culture, restaurant closures, upcoming events, and the local dishes worth talking about.Plus, plenty of Vegas food gossip, personal takes, and a look at what’s shaping the city’s ever-changing dining scene.🎧 Eat. Talk. Repeat. — where we eat, talk, and definitely have

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01:16:42

Four Guys in a Bar | Insider Interview with Jonathan...

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2026/08/14

This week on Eat. Talk. Repeat., we’re joined by Jonathan Jossel, CEO of the Plaza Hotel & Casino and host of On The Corner of Main Street, for an inside look at Downtown Las Vegas.We talk about Jonathan’s journey to Vegas, why he fought to preserve and revive the Plaza, the future of Downtown, tourism, the changing Vegas customer, and what DTLV needs more (or less) of.Plus, we dive into the Plaza’s restaurant scene, Jonathan’s favorite Vegas restaurants, British food, Fremont Street, SlotZilla,

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01:01:33

Insider Interviews with Melinda Sheckells & Kim Owens

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2026/08/07

On today’s episode of Eat. Talk. Repeat.Ash is out of town, but the show must go on! This week, John Curtas is joined by two of Las Vegas' most connected voices in food and hospitality: Kim Owens, owner of Main St. Provisions, and Melinda Sheckells, longtime lifestyle journalist covering everything from restaurants and entertainment to the people shaping the city.From building chef-driven restaurants to covering the ever-changing Vegas dining scene, this conversation dives into what it really

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01:06:34

Seal of Approval

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2026/07/31

This week on Eat. Talk. Repeat...Las Vegas never stops eating—and neither do we.This week, John Curtas and Ash Watkins break down the biggest restaurant news around town, including the return of Valencian Gold, a beloved Montreal deli making its way to Henderson, another local expansion, and why one Arts District brewery is calling it quits.Then it's review time. Ash shares her thoughts on Golden Boy Market & Deli, the brand-new Rebellion Market & Deli, CraftHaus, Ole Manny's, and

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00:57:18

Vegas’ Viral “Best” Burgers + Pizza Legends

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2026/07/24

On today’s episode of Eat. Talk. Repeat.Are Vegas' viral burgers actually worth the hype? This week, Ash puts two of the city's hottest burger spots head-to-head while John dives into some of the best pizza and bakery stops in town. From beef tallow fries to stone-ground tortillas, we're covering everything you need to know before your next meal.🍽️ Restaurant Rundown* Signora Pizza* Metro Sliceteria* Vesta Coffee Roasters* Petite Bohème Bakery Pop-Up* With Love Always* NADC Burger📰

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00:53:48

The Truth About Las Vegas' Oldest Steakhouse | Bob...

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2026/07/17

On today’s episode of Eat. Talk. Repeat.Looking for the best restaurants in Las Vegas? This week on Eat. Talk. Repeat., Ash Watkins and John Curtas break down some of the newest spots in town, revisit Vegas classics, and cover the latest food news happening around the city.🍽️ Restaurant RundownSwaadBob Taylor's Ranch HouseClass VermuteriaEcho Taste SoundHung Up on WineCrush PadElia Authentic Greek Taverna📰 Food News You Can UseWorld Cup Final food recommendations (Spain vs. Argentina)Durango

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01:01:48

Is This Vegas' Hottest Food Neighborhood?

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2026/07/10

On today’s episode of Eat. Talk. Repeat.🍕 The Las Vegas Pizza Festival is back! We tell you why VIP is the only way to do it and catch you up on all the biggest food news around town—from a new Arts District juice bar and Rebellion Market's sandwich expansion to Bar Boheme's bakery pop-up and The Sports Bra's surprising move to Las Vegas.🍽️ Restaurant Rundown:This week we ate... a lot. John shares his thoughts on Ada's, Bar Boheme, Pho Saigonese, Elia Authentic Greek Taverna, Class

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00:48:25

The $52 Cheeseburger That Was Actually Worth It?!

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2026/07/03

🎆 Fourth of July & Final Bites:We made it. The Great Las Vegas Steakhouse Burger Crawl has reached its glorious, greasy finale. After 16 contenders and 3 months of carnivorous commitment, we're revealing the definitive top four — and crowning the best steakhouse cheeseburger in town.🍔 The Final Four:Delmonico Steakhouse, Peter Luger Steak House, Mae Daly's, and Nicco's Steakhouse. Which burger had the best bun? Who overcooked the patty? And which $52 cheeseburger somehow felt..

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00:55:29

Las Vegas' Top 100 Restaurants List Is Out... We Have...

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2026/06/26

On this week's episode of Eat. Talk. Repeat.:🍽️ The Review-Journal's 2026 Top 100 Restaurants list is out, and John has thoughts. Lots of them.🏆 Which restaurants deserved their spot? Which ones were shocking omissions? And does the Hall of Fame list actually represent the best of Las Vegas dining?📋 John and Ash break down the biggest surprises, questionable selections, and notable snubs from this year's rankings, including restaurants that made the list, restaurants that should have

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00:54:02

Did Las Vegas Deserve This James Beard Award?

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2026/06/19

On today’s episode of Eat. Talk. Repeat.🏆 Las Vegas finally has a James Beard Award winner again — but was it a victory for the city or another example of why the awards have lost credibility?🌮 John and Ash break down a packed week of dining, including Ai Pazzi, KROK, PublicUs, Javier's, Cipriani, Lotus, Lotus of Siam, and Diamond Spur Provisions.🔥 The debate gets heated as they discuss Chef Sarah Thompson's James Beard Award win for Best Chef Southwest at Casa Playa, the first James

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00:58:11

Will Work For Tacos!

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2026/06/12

On today’s episode of Eat. Talk. Repeat.:🍔 Ash visits In-N-Out five times in one week (for research purposes, obviously)🌮 Aroma Latin American Cocina emerges as one of the biggest surprises of the year🥪 Proper Sandwich Co., Holstein's, Cipriani, Meraki, Le Club by Partage & more🍸 A new Vegas cocktail bar opens with 140+ cocktails and absolutely zero TVs📍 The largest In-N-Out on the Strip is now open🥟 China Mama officially expands to Henderson🥐 The legendary André's restaurant

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00:52:40

Everything You’ve Been DMing Us, Finally Answered

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2026/06/05

On today’s episode of Eat. Talk. Repeat.From hidden gem debates to overrated takes, the ETR crew is answering 25 of the most common, chaotic, and chronically DM’d Vegas food questions. 🍜🌮🍸Best late-night eats? Most worth-it splurge? Where are we actually taking visitors? And yes — what’s genuinely overrated.Consider this your unofficial guide to eating your way through Las Vegas, straight from the group chat. No gatekeeping, no PR fluff, just strong opinions and stronger cravings.👉 Visit

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00:57:32

Las Vegas' Best Foodie Nano-Influencer

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2026/05/29

On today’s episode of Eat. Talk. Repeat.🍔 National Burger Day hot takes🍕 Vegas pizza rankings drama🌮 Aroma Latin American Cocina opens in Chinatown☕ Almond & Oat expands downtown🍷 “Sideways,” wine movies & nostalgic Vegas restaurants🥂 Mother’s Day brunch excellence at La Fontaine📍 TonShou, Hayworth, PublicUS, Zero Bond, 1228 Main & moreThis week on Eat. Talk. Repeat., John & Ash dive headfirst into burger discourse, Vegas food news, Restaurant Week picks, pizza ranking

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