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The Famous West Hollywood Chinese Restaurant With A Secret Mobster Safe In The Floor

staff@foodrepublic.com (Alba Caraceni) — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:17:00 +0000

Head to this classic Los Angeles eatery for a taste of old Hollywood charm alongside a wide range of cocktails and inventive Chinese-inspired cooking.

5 Local Breweries I Visit For Craft Beer Favorites In Dallas

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nikita Ephanov) — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 14:17:00 +0000

Although Dallas wasn't allowed to have breweries until 2012, the city has quite a few unique offerings. Here are my top 5 local spots for grabbing a craft beer.

Why Bartenders Roll Their Eyes When Customers Order 'A Beer'

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jack Rose) — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 19:17:00 +0000

Sure, you might want a beer when you hit up a new (or old favorite) bar, but if you don't have one specifically in mind, you just might annoy the bartender.

How Much The Average Cocktail Costs In Las Vegas

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 17:47:00 +0000

So, you're in Vegas and ready to have the time of your life! A little lubrication can help that along, but just how expensive is the average cocktail?

Taverns Vs Bars: The Difference You Need To Know Before Your First Sip

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nikita Ephanov) — Sun, 08 Feb 2026 21:17:00 +0000

Taverns, bars, both places are establishments where you can get drinks with friends, but that might be where their similarities end. Here's how they differ.

This Pennsylvania Hole-In-The-Wall Tavern Has A Stellar Beer Selection

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jennifer Waldera) — Sat, 27 Dec 2025 17:17:00 +0000

Open daily, this tavern serves up at least 80 beers in styles that range from IPAs, lagers, cream ales, and brown ales to bocks, stouts, wheat beers, and more.

The Best Hole-In-The-Wall Steakhouses In America

staff@foodrepublic.com (Clare Mooney) — Sun, 07 Dec 2025 12:02:00 +0000

You won't always find the best steak at the steakhouse chains. Sometimes, you have to really dig. These hole-in-the-wall steakhouses are the best in the U.S.

The Oldest Bar In Connecticut Was Opened The Same Year America Was Founded

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jennifer Waldera) — Mon, 17 Nov 2025 13:17:00 +0000

Connecticut is home to a bar whose existence extends as far back as the United States'. It used to serve as a spot for shipyard workers to rest and fuel up.

What Is A Dive Bar And How Are They Different From Other Bars?

staff@foodrepublic.com (Nikita Ephanov) — Sun, 02 Nov 2025 15:17:00 +0000

From tiki bars to trendy gastropubs with grub and pints by the dozen, there are many types of places where you can wet your whistle, but none like dive bars.

The Only Recap Of Bar Louie's Downfall You Need

staff@foodrepublic.com (Kevin Haggerty) — Sun, 26 Oct 2025 11:02:00 +0000

Bar Louie is attempting to bounce back again, but where did it all go wrong for this restaurant chain? We have the full recap of its up-and-down struggles.

The Trick For Ordering A Low-Alcohol Drink At A Bar

staff@foodrepublic.com (Paige Novak-Goberville) — Sun, 06 Apr 2025 13:15:00 +0000

If you're at the bar but need to keep your head on straight, ordering a low-alcohol drink could be the move. Here's a good trick for ordering one.

A Nationwide Gastrobar Chain Has Filed For Bankruptcy And Is Already Closing Locations

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Thu, 27 Mar 2025 15:21:21 +0000

News that your favorite eatery filed for bankruptcy is never good -- and for one nationwide gastrobar, it seems that many locations are already closing doors.

Sean's Bar: 12 Facts About The World's Oldest Pub

staff@foodrepublic.com (Emily M Alexander) — Tue, 21 Jan 2025 16:00:12 +0000

The world's oldest pub just might be Sean's Bar in Ireland -- though it hasn't been proven yet. However, there are some amazing facts about this very old bar.

The Hollywood Restaurant That's Famous For Its Flaming Margarita

staff@foodrepublic.com (Shaun Melady) — Mon, 20 Jan 2025 22:15:14 +0000

Los Angeles is a thriving hotspot for Mexican cuisine and culture, and one Hollywood eatery is particularly famed for their flaming margaritas.

The Tropical Hidden Gem Restaurant You Can Find Inside A Georgia Hotel

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jack Rose) — Thu, 10 Oct 2024 12:15:10 +0000

Atlanta is thousands of miles away from the South Pacific, but visitors to the downtown Hilton can still get a taste of the tropics from a storied tiki bar.

José Andrés' Watermelon Margarita Is Like A Science Experiment

staff@foodrepublic.com (Bridget Kitson) — Sun, 09 Jun 2024 15:45:26 +0000

Spanish-American chef and restauranteur José Andrés has found a creative way to top his margaritas and also cut down on the chance for uneven salt rims.

12 Worst Foods To Order At A Bar, According To An Expert

staff@foodrepublic.com (Emily M Alexander) — Sun, 28 Apr 2024 17:00:12 +0000

Tasty cocktails, wine list, tons of beer on tap -- you might love walking into a good bar. However, be cautious of ordering certain food there.

The Las Vegas Cocktail Bar You Can't Miss, According To Mixologist Tony Abou-Ganim - Exclusive

staff@foodrepublic.com (Arianna Endicott) — Sun, 31 Mar 2024 20:15:24 +0000

We spoke to Tony Abou-Ganim at Nassau Paradise Island Wine and Food Fest's Jerk Jam event and asked about his favorite Las Vegas watering hole.

The Key Difference Between A French Restaurant And A Brasserie

staff@foodrepublic.com (Erica Martinez) — Sat, 24 Feb 2024 11:15:47 +0000

When traveling in France, you're going to see plenty of eateries, but how, precisely, do restaurants and brasseries differ? Turns out, it's more than the food.

There's A New Restaurant Scam In NYC, According To TikTok

staff@foodrepublic.com (Hannah Beach) — Sun, 31 Dec 2023 12:45:16 +0000

Solo diners need to be ware: There's a new scam in NYC, according to TikTok, and you need to have your wits about you to be sure you can avoid it.