https://tablesandtakings.com/2026-08-18https://tablesandtakings.com/share-home.svg https://tablesandtakings.com/news/times-square-restaurants-visit/2026-08-18https://tablesandtakings.com/share-times-square-restaurants-visit.svgTimes Square Restaurants to VisitEater Editors recommend the best restaurants around Times Square, including seafood Thai, steakhouses, and international cuisine. (Source: ny.eater.com) https://tablesandtakings.com/news/exploring-diverse-food-scene/2026-08-18https://tablesandtakings.com/share-exploring-diverse-food-scene.svgExploring the Diverse Food Scene in SoMaDiscover the best eating and drinking destinations in San Francisco's SoMa neighborhood, featuring a mix of world-famous restaurants, craft cocktail dives, and unique dining experiences. https://tablesandtakings.com/news/cafe-charmant-brings-french/2026-08-18https://tablesandtakings.com/share-cafe-charmant-brings-french.svgCafe Charmant Brings French Brasserie Fare to the West VillageEugene Remm's new restaurant, Cafe Charmant, is set to open in mid-September at 340 Bleecker Street, offering a French brasserie experience with a coastal spin. (Source: ny.eater.com) https://tablesandtakings.com/news/sons-daughters-redefines-fine/2026-08-18https://tablesandtakings.com/share-sons-daughters-redefines-fine.svgSons & Daughters Redefines Fine Dining with New Nordic TechniquesMichelin-starred restaurant Sons & Daughters has evolved under the guidance of executive chef Harrison Cheney, embracing New Nordic techniques and local produce in a zero-waste kitchen. https://tablesandtakings.com/news/open-dining-options-queens/2026-08-17https://tablesandtakings.com/share-open-dining-options-queens.svgU.S. Open Dining Options in QueensThe U.S. Open is coming to Queens, and with it, a variety of dining options for tennis fans. From big-name chefs to familiar New York City food businesses, there's something for everyone. Here's a... https://tablesandtakings.com/news/restaurant-openings-nyc/2026-08-17https://tablesandtakings.com/share-restaurant-openings-nyc.svgNew Restaurant Openings in NYCA roundup of new restaurants, bars, and cafes that have opened in NYC in August 2026. (Source: ny.eater.com) https://tablesandtakings.com/news/bar-chucho-brings-fun/2026-08-17https://tablesandtakings.com/share-bar-chucho-brings-fun.svgBar Chucho Brings Fun and Flavor to the Lower East SideBar Chucho, a new Mexican bar on the Lower East Side, offers a unique and enjoyable experience with its funky atmosphere and good food. (Source: ny.eater.com) https://tablesandtakings.com/news/brooklyn-restaurant-expands-taqueria/2026-08-17https://tablesandtakings.com/share-brooklyn-restaurant-expands-taqueria.svgBrooklyn Restaurant Expands with New Taqueria and CafeOlmo, a Mexican restaurant in Brooklyn, is expanding with a new taqueria and cafe called Peral, in collaboration with Mexico City-based cafe and bar Cicatriz. (Source: ny.eater.com) https://tablesandtakings.com/news/experience-columbus-ohio-three-7af39c/2026-08-17https://tablesandtakings.com/share-experience-columbus-ohio-three-7af39c.svgExperience Columbus, Ohio: A Three-Day Itinerary for an Ohio State Buckeyes Game WeekendDiscover the best of Columbus, Ohio, during an Ohio State Buckeyes game weekend with this three-day itinerary, covering downtown, the University District, and the Short North. (Source: Eater) https://tablesandtakings.com/news/nyc-restaurants-continue-close-1d0675/2026-08-17https://tablesandtakings.com/share-nyc-restaurants-continue-close-1d0675.svgNYC Restaurants Continue to Close Amid Ongoing ChallengesNew York City's restaurant scene is experiencing a significant decline, with several establishments shutting down in August 2026. The closures include historic diners, fast-casual chains, and... https://tablesandtakings.com/news/nyc-restaurant-news-ta-311e05/2026-08-17https://tablesandtakings.com/share-nyc-restaurant-news-ta-311e05.svgNYC Restaurant News: Taïm's Collapse and MoreEater rounds up the latest news from New York City's restaurant scene, including the apparent collapse of pioneering falafel chain Taïm, a new high-end Chinese duck restaurant, and more. https://tablesandtakings.com/news/ambassadors-clubhouse-fire-temporarily-ce113f/2026-08-17https://tablesandtakings.com/share-ambassadors-clubhouse-fire-temporarily-ce113f.svgAmbassadors Clubhouse Fire Temporarily Closes Doors in NomadA fire broke out at the Ambassadors Clubhouse, a swanky British import Indian restaurant in Nomad, New York City, forcing it to temporarily close its doors. (Source: ny.eater.com) https://tablesandtakings.com/news/perfect-ut-longhorns-game-403f2a/2026-08-16https://tablesandtakings.com/share-perfect-ut-longhorns-game-403f2a.svgA Perfect UT Longhorns Game Weekend: Barbecue, Swimming, and Football in AustinA guide to enjoying a football weekend in Austin, featuring boutique hotels, local dining, outdoor activities, and game-day traditions around the University of Texas campus. (Source: Eater) https://tablesandtakings.com/news/perspective-bourdain-tony-biopic-5527ab/2026-08-16https://tablesandtakings.com/share-perspective-bourdain-tony-biopic-5527ab.svgA New Perspective on Bourdain: 'Tony' Biopic Challenges the Chef's MythologyThe new Anthony Bourdain biopic, 'Tony', takes a unique approach to the chef's life story by portraying him as unlikeable and vulnerable, rather than the charismatic figure he is often remembered as. https://tablesandtakings.com/news/restaurants-leverage-personalized-emails-9bf717/2026-08-16https://tablesandtakings.com/share-restaurants-leverage-personalized-emails-9bf717.svgRestaurants Leverage Personalized Emails to Build RegularsIn an effort to create repeat business, restaurants are using automated emails to build relationships with customers. (Source: Eater) https://tablesandtakings.com/news/york-city-oyatte-restaurant-7bea3d/2026-08-16https://tablesandtakings.com/share-york-city-oyatte-restaurant-7bea3d.svgNew York City's Oyatte Restaurant Brings Fresh Perspective to Fine DiningChef Hasung Lee's Oyatte restaurant in New York City has been making waves in the culinary scene with its inventive eight-course tasting menu and focus on seasonal produce. (Source: Eater) https://tablesandtakings.com/news/artistic-dining-nature-rise-468686/2026-08-16https://tablesandtakings.com/share-artistic-dining-nature-rise-468686.svgArtistic Dining in Nature: The Rise of Earthwork MealsA new trend in dining is emerging, where artists and chefs are creating experiential, artistic culinary moments in natural settings, blurring the lines between art, food, and nature. (Source: Eater) https://tablesandtakings.com/news/best-restaurants-near-ohio-54a63b/2026-08-16https://tablesandtakings.com/share-best-restaurants-near-ohio-54a63b.svgBest Restaurants Near Ohio State UniversityDiscover the top dining spots near Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio, perfect for Buckeye Nation before and after football games. (Source: Eater) https://tablesandtakings.com/news/best-restaurants-bloomington-indiana-255f13/2026-08-16https://tablesandtakings.com/share-best-restaurants-bloomington-indiana-255f13.svgBest Restaurants in Bloomington, Indiana, Home of the HoosiersDiscover the top dining spots in Bloomington, Indiana, a city known for its beautiful campus and rich college football history. From classic bar food to handmade bagels and sushi, this guide... https://tablesandtakings.com/news/ultimate-miami-hurricanes-game-89cd11/2026-08-16https://tablesandtakings.com/share-ultimate-miami-hurricanes-game-89cd11.svgUltimate Miami Hurricanes Game Weekend ItineraryDiscover the best of Miami's food, drink, and football scene during a University of Miami game weekend. From tailgating to happy hours and steakhouses, this guide has you covered. (Source: Eater) https://tablesandtakings.com/dining-out/2026-08-18 https://tablesandtakings.com/recognition/2026-08-18 https://tablesandtakings.com/about/ https://tablesandtakings.com/sources-and-methods/ https://tablesandtakings.com/corrections/