On Today’s Menu:

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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.

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8.29.25 Red Sauce Revival, Palms Survival & John’s Burning Man Meltdown