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!
The Eat. Talk. Repeat. podcast is an absolute gem in the world of food and dining podcasts. From the moment I started listening, I was hooked by the lively and engaging conversation between hosts Curtas, Ashley, and Sam. Their chemistry on-air is undeniable, and it truly makes for an entertaining and enjoyable listening experience.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is the variety of content they cover. Each episode offers a unique theme, whether it be exploring hidden gems in a particular city or delving into specific cuisines or cooking techniques. The hosts bring their extensive knowledge and expertise to each topic, providing insightful commentary and recommendations that never fail to pique my interest.
Another standout feature of The Eat. Talk. Repeat. podcast is the passion that emanates from every episode. It's clear that Curtas, Ashley, and Sam have a genuine love for food and dining experiences, which shines through in their discussions. Their enthusiasm is infectious and encourages listeners to not only try new restaurants but also explore different culinary cultures and experiment with their own cooking.
While there are numerous positive aspects to this podcast, one potential downside may be its limited focus on certain regions or genres of cuisine. As much as I enjoy hearing about various eateries across the country (and even internationally), it would be great to see more episodes dedicated to highlighting local establishments in lesser-known areas or exploring niche culinary scenes.
In conclusion, The Eat. Talk. Repeat. podcast is a must-listen for anyone who appreciates good food, great company, and lively conversation. Curtas, Ashley, and Sam bring their A-game each week, delivering content that is both informative and entertaining. Whether you're a dedicated foodie or simply looking for some inspiration for your next meal out, this podcast will undoubtedly leave you hungry for more!
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 1228 Main, including which spots are worth making the trip for.
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.
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.
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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.
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Vegas Unstripped 2026 was anything but chill.
On today's episode of Eat. Talk. Repeat.:✈️ John's Honolulu hotel breakdown: Royal Hawaiian, Kahala, & Halekulani
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On today's episode of Eat. Talk. Repeat.We're on-site at Ada's, the Arts District's new wine bar, to talk all things: how it came to be, why it's named Ada's, and why it might just be the best wine spot in Vegas. And yeah… we have (great) thoughts.In this episode:
On this episode of Eat. Talk. Repeat., Ash & John do something extremely important for society: rank sandwiches in a completely serious, highly scientific bracket.
On Today's Menu:A Flash Back Friday!Tamba on-site recording — spicy food, spicier commentary… coming soon on the podcast!Bazaar Meat… FINALLY. Was it worth the wait? Oh yes.Mid coffee at The Coffee Class — John's real takeaway? Finding his Halloween costume: a Summerlin pilates mom.Greek Fest continues — ouzorita in hand, video on deck.Pet Peeves: the yin and yang edition (balance = impossible).Listener spotlight — your comments, emails & questions steal the show this week.Got a food take, question, or hate mail? Email us at cheers@eattalkrepeat.comSubmit your own pet peeves at EatTalkRepeat.comIf you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to like, subscribe, and leave a 5-star review. It helps more food lovers find us!Follow us for more bites & banter:X/Twitter: @EatTalkRepeat | @EatingLasVegas | @AshTheAttorneyInstagram: @EatTalkRepeatLV | @JohnCurtas | @AshTheAttorney
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On today's episode of Eat. Talk. Repeat. we're serving romance, travel chaos, and a little Vegas intel you didn't know you needed.
On Today's Replay 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? Negotiate gracefully, lest Spring Mountain's $35 tariff spoil the vintage•The 80s? John's prime and shame. Dining memories hit harder than a hangover from a bad Bordeaux… for better or worse•Joel Robuchon's restaurants are untouchable — his legacy endures with 20 years of mashed potato perfection and impeccable service•Service post-COVID's a shitshow — empty rooms cling to petty rules, defying hospitality's coreInfluencer clowns? All style, no substance — shilling “certified vibes” while grifting free mealsQuestions, comments, hate mail? Email us at cheers@eattalkrepeat.com!Thanks for tuning into today's episode! If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the show, & make sure you leave us a 5-star review. Visit us at Eating Las Vegas & Eat. Talk. Repeat.Follow us on social:Twitter/X: @EatTalkRepeat, @EatingLasVegas, & @AshTheAttorneyInstagram: @EatTalkRepeatLV, @JohnCurtas, & @AshTheAttorney
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We first want to wish everyone a happy and safe holiday season. Thank you for watching!On today's episode of Eat. Talk. Repeat. — a Christmas Special
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On today's episode of Eat. Talk. Repeat. we're serving up a full spread of Vegas food news… and some absolute chaos.
On today's episode of Eat. Talk. Repeat. we're back and fired up — literally. ✈️ John returns from his long vacation — sunburned, opinionated, and ready to rant.
On today's menu we're doing something new — The ETR 3!Our Favorite top 3 Vegas spots across 20+ categories … from brunches and burgers to power lunches and pastries. Disagreements? Oh, there are plenty. Abstentions? Definitely. Trash talk? Always.Categories include: ☕ Coffee Shops |
Step inside Delmonico Steakhouse with us, home of the 2025 Burger Crawl–winning smash burger!
Step inside Tamba Las Vegas, where Indian spices meet high-end Vegas flair. In this episode of Eat. Talk. Repeat., hosts John Curtas and Ash Watkins explore one of the Strip's most talked-about restaurants with an exclusive lineup of guests:
On Today's Menu:Midtown Madness — The crew debates what exactly counts as Midtown...Ash's Birthday Wine Game — Should we bring it to the show?BBQ Crawl Updates — Logistics, strategy, and smoky plans — John's ready, Ash is nervous.Dunlap Disease — When your belly “done lapped” over your belt… John's got jokes and zero shame.White Truffle Season — Luxurious, aromatic, and expensive enough to make your wallet cry. Worth it? You decide. (Yes..)No Pet Peeves This Week... But IN or OUT? — New segment alert! The crew picks the trends that stay or get the boot.Got a food take, question, or hate mail? Email us at cheers@eattalkrepeat.com. Submit your own pet peeves at EatTalkRepeat.com.If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to like, subscribe, and leave a 5-star review — it helps more food lovers find us!Follow for more bites & banter:X/Twitter: @EatTalkRepeat | @EatingLasVegas | @AshTheAttorneyInstagram: @EatTalkRepeatLV | @JohnCurtas | @AshTheAttorney
On Today's Menu:Sam's not-so-great time — let's just say it wasn't the highlight of his week.Tamba scores some diamonds.Red Rock's resurrection — is it a comeback or just a facelift?Top Taco List drops… and yeah, not everyone's impressed.Next up: BBQ Crawl! The crew lines up 15+ spots for smoky, saucy judgment day.Pet Peeves — you guessed it, new gripes incoming.Politics on the plate — a Vegas chef stirs up controversy.John's fired up (again) — plus a rapid-fire round of listener comments you won't want to miss.Got a food take, question, or hate mail? Email us at cheers@eattalkrepeat.com. Submit your own pet peeves at EatTalkRepeat.com.If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to like, subscribe, and leave a 5-star review — it helps more food lovers find us!Follow us for more bites & banter:X/Twitter: @EatTalkRepeat | @EatingLasVegas | @AshTheAttorney | @WhatsRightSamInstagram: @EatTalkRepeatLV | @JohnCurtas | @AshTheAttorney | @WhatsRightSam
On Today's Menu:Tamba on-site recording — spicy food, spicier commentary… coming soon on the podcast!Bazaar Meat… FINALLY. Was it worth the wait? Oh yes.Mid coffee at The Coffee Class — John's real takeaway? Finding his Halloween costume: a Summerlin pilates mom.Greek Fest continues — ouzorita in hand, video on deck.Pet Peeves: the yin and yang edition (balance = impossible).Listener spotlight — your comments, emails & questions steal the show this week.Got a food take, question, or hate mail? Email us at cheers@eattalkrepeat.comSubmit your own pet peeves at EatTalkRepeat.comIf you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to like, subscribe, and leave a 5-star review. It helps more food lovers find us!Follow us for more bites & banter:X/Twitter: @EatTalkRepeat | @EatingLasVegas | @AshTheAttorneyInstagram: @EatTalkRepeatLV | @JohnCurtas | @AshTheAttorney
On Today's Menu:Sam is BACK from vacation — but the Venetian may never recover.Pizza Fest déjà vu — will the crew get kicked out again? Place your bets.Greek Food Fest keeps the ouzo flowing (yes, John's still claiming heritage).Shoutout to Josh & Rachel for their mini burger crawl — inspired by our chaos.Kat Thomas uncorks a fine wine update you'll want to sip on.Rio making a comeback? Or just rolling the dice on nostalgia.French Food Renaissance — are baguettes and Bordeaux finally cool again?Windy City Wet Dogs… yes, that's actually a thing.Anti–Southern Highlands Club, proudly led by John (applications open).New segment alert! Spill the Tea — got insider Vegas food gossip? Send it our way.Pet Peeve: anti–cocktail menus, courtesy of the women in Sam & John's lives.Got a food take, question, or hate mail? Email us at cheers@eattalkrepeat.comSubmit your own pet peeves at EatTalkRepeat.comIf you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to like, subscribe, and leave a 5-star review. It helps more food lovers find us! Follow us for more bites & banter: X/Twitter: @EatTalkRepeat | @EatingLasVegas | @AshTheAttorney Instagram: @EatTalkRepeatLV | @JohnCurtas | @AshTheAttorney
On today's episode of Eat. Talk. Repeat. we've got a wild menu...
On Today's Menu:You can now submit your own pet peeves on our website (eattalkrepeat.com)! John unveils his updated Where to Eat & Why list for 2025 — including the best 36 restaurants right now and the worst meals of the year so far.Big shakeups at the Palms: Mabel's BBQ, Vetri Cucina, and Rojo Lounge all on their way out — what went wrong?EDO's ambitious expansion plans: new brasserie, Seattle opening, and more — genius growth or dangerous brand dilution?Nicole Brisson's “Make Italian American Food Great Again” menu at Brezza — revival of red sauce classics.The latest food news: COTE Vegas sets an October opening, Bazaar Meat reopens, Xiao Long Dumpling expands, Shang Artisan Noodle goes downtown, Leticia Mitchell opens another spot, and more.Rapid-fire reviews: from Le Cafe Central's French café vibes to Tamba's standout curries, Delmonico's burger-as-appetizer, and the week's 0-for-3 duds (TRES Cantina, Ramen Boys, and Zaytinya).Listener comments, YouTube shoutouts, and one very hot take… John's Pet Peeve of the Week — Burning Man.Questions, comments, hate mail? Email us at cheers@eattalkrepeat.com! Thanks for tuning into today's episode! If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the show, & make sure you leave us a 5-star review. Visit us at Eat. Talk. Repeat.Follow us on social:Twitter: @EatTalkRepeat, @EatingLasVegas, & @AshTheAttorneyInstagram: @EatTalkRepeatLV, @JohnCurtas, & @AshTheAttorney
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