Dinner Recs reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 147 Reddit reviews across 13 subreddits and 13 posts to rank the best Dinner Recs brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/LasVegas, r/SouthBayLA, r/GNV, r/SFbitcheswithtaste, r/williamsburg. Top-rated brands include Bev's (4.5/5), Cotogna (5.0/5), Mac's (4.0/5).
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Reviews147
Subreddits13
Posts13
Brands100
Products0
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#1
Bev's
4.5
(8)
"Bevs is the BEST!!! Greasy and messy and fixed that burger urge for a good few weeks. Get the double patty for sure!"
"If you're down to drive to High Springs or Alachua try Bev's. It's a home grown fast food joint. So greasy. So good."
"Bev's is absolutely the best and is worth the drive."
"Go to the springs early and pick up Bev’s in High Springs on the way home. Perfect day IMHO."
"Bev’s"
"Bev's (either one)"
"Bev's has that honor imo. Their breakfast is great, though, and they make a perfect tuna sub."
"Bev’s opened in 1976"
#2
Cotogna
5.0
(4)
"4th Cotogna!"
"Third Cotogna!! My favorite favorite restaurant in SF!"
"I second Cotogna"
"Cotogna or their sister restaurant Quince"
#3
Mac's
4.0
(4)
"Macs is my personal favorite place to get a burger that’s not cooked on my own grill."
"Mac's"
"Mac’s opened in 1987. All great local institutions."
"Mac's if you can catch them during business ho"
#4
The Top
5.0
(3)
"The Top and pay the extra $3 for local grass fed beef. Totally worth it."
"The top is great too if you want a burger that's more than just your classic burger"
"The Top if you want to sit down/the most extravagant/have a nice drink with your burger"
#5
Rich Table
5.0
(3)
"Rich table is also delicious"
"Seconding the rec to keep Rich Table; it’s tough to beat in the city and there are great spots around it for before/after dinner drinks"
"Just went to Rich Table and I’d keep the reservation - it’s so good and exactly what you’re looking for."
#6
Il Fornaio
4.7
(3)
"Il Fornaio on Rosecrans is gorgeous inside, has a great menu, great service, and it’s not loud like so many restaurants these days."
"The food has never disappointed EVER. And for that quality, the price is acceptable."
"Il Fornaio is definitely still there! I ate there last night with my family."
#7
State Bird Provisions
4.3
(3)
"Similar restaurants would be state bird provisions or nopa if you want to browse menus."
"State bird is fun! especially if you can sit at the bar."
"State Bird Provisions - I haven’t been there since 2021 so I haven’t experienced the full dim sum cart thing, but the food was creative and delicious!"
#8
Goldie's
4.0
(3)
"Goldie's"
"Plus, they have tater tots."
"Goldie's at Depot Park"
#9
Sandwich Inn
4.0
(3)
"Sandwich inn has good egg, cheese, and bacon sandwiches. Cheap and simple and the only place I have had consistently crispy yummy bacon."
"Sandwich Inn"
"Sandwich Inn opened in 1963, oldest establishment in Gainesville."
#10
Wood Ranch
3.7
(3)
"It's now Wood Ranch... Il Fornaio is gone"
"Wood Ranch in Manhattan, Fishing with Dynamite, Tin Roof."
"Wood Ranch took over the space of Houston’s"
#11
Mistura
5.0
(2)
"Mistura!!"
"Mistura in SLO, right across from Bear and the Wren. Excellent!! Peruvian food."
#12
Lily's
5.0
(2)
"Lily's has one of the best veggie burgers I've ever eaten!"
"Their eggplant & porcini "meatballs" make me want to cry they are so good."
#13
Lucky's
5.0
(2)
"Lucky’s if you’re looking to grab a beer and dinner! Get their seitan gyro"
"Luckys has a ton of vegetarian options and it’s all great!"
#14
CUT
5.0
(2)
"My husband and I love Cut (steakhouse) in the Palazzo/Venetian mall."
"My recommendation is either CUT, Sushi samba, or Mott32 at Venetian."
#15
Palma
5.0
(2)
"Jumping on the train — Palma is great!"
"Palma was unreal, 10/10 and ambiance is amazing"
#16
SuperFrico
5.0
(2)
"SuperFrico at the Cosmo"
"Agreed had an amazing meal there"
#17
Cafe Ba Ba Reeba
5.0
(2)
"Definitely recommend! check out their seasonal sangria if you go"
"Cafe ba ba reeba, they have a diverse menu and their paella can feed 3-4 people easily"
#18
Mizumi
5.0
(2)
"As a Vegas local a couple of my favorites that are not steakhouses are Mizumi's at the Wynn."
"Any one of the high end places at Wynn (SW Steak, Mizumi, Wing Lei, etc). You can’t go wrong there."
#19
Le Coucou
5.0
(2)
"Le coucou, River cafe, polo bar for the high end"
"Le Coucou"
#20
Greens
5.0
(2)
"If you’re open to plant-based/vegetarian, check out Greens in Fort Mason! Menu changes with seasons, and celebrates all of the delicious local produce."
"Greens has great views of the bay/golden gate bridge… especially nice at sunset"
#21
Cosme
5.0
(2)
"Cosme is out of the world"
"Cosme, Four Horsemen or Monkey Bar are delish and great vibes"
#22
Ember
5.0
(2)
"Ate at Ember a few months ago and it might have been the best meal I’ve ever had."
"I think ember is the best in the county"
#23
Zahav
4.5
(2)
"Zahav. 48 brined roasted confited etc lamb"
"Zahav, Kalaya, the Dandelion, Her Place, Alpen Rose, Vetri Cucina"
#24
Bouchon
4.5
(2)
"Bouchon- Mussels Frites and the best Deviled eggs with a tucked away French cafe vibe in the Venetian."
"Bouchon is supposed to be amazing, also in the Venetian."
#25
Tin Roof
4.5
(2)
"Tin Roof! One of my favorites restaurants. Feels “upscale” but very middle of the road pricing and options for families!"
"Tin Roof"
#26
Alpen Rose
4.0
(2)
"Zahav, Kalaya, the Dandelion, Her Place, Alpen Rose, Vetri Cucina"
"Alpen Rose"
#27
Stella's
4.0
(2)
"Stella's is a good choice for parents (mine love it)"
"I always love that too. I love me some moussaka."
#28
San Franciscan
4.0
(2)
"San Franciscan on Crenshaw and Sepulveda"
"The San Franciscan (in Torrance) for prime rib"
#29
Public and General
4.0
(2)
"Public and General"
"Public & General if you want to sit down but have something less extravagant/heavy"
#30
Nora Thai
4.0
(2)
"Nora Thai, Bee’s Knees, Gran Torino, DOC wine bar, Zona Rosa, Karzcma (with reservation), cactus shop (with reservation), cheeseboat"
"Nora Thai around Bedford is pretty spacious. I've seen a party of like 20 in one long joined table."
#31
Barclay Prime
5.0
(1)
"Barclay Prime for steak. Hands down the best steak I've ever had"
#32
Stubborn Seed
5.0
(1)
"Sitting at Stubborn Seed right now and cannot recommend it enough!"
#33
Bazaar Mar
5.0
(1)
"Bazaar Mar at Crystals,amazing food."
#34
Scarpetta
5.0
(1)
"Scarpetta-Short rib agnolotti and get a fountain view table...at Cosmo."
#35
Wing Lei
5.0
(1)
"Any one of the high end places at Wynn (SW Steak, Mizumi, Wing Lei, etc). You can’t go wrong there."
#36
SW Steak
5.0
(1)
"Any one of the high end places at Wynn (SW Steak, Mizumi, Wing Lei, etc). You can’t go wrong there."
#37
Mott32
5.0
(1)
"My recommendation is either CUT, Sushi samba, or Mott32 at Venetian."
#38
Sushi Samba
5.0
(1)
"My recommendation is either CUT, Sushi samba, or Mott32 at Venetian."
#39
L'Atelier
5.0
(1)
"As a Vegas local a couple of my favorites that are not steakhouses are L'Atelier at the MGM"
#40
Hog Island Oyster
5.0
(1)
"Hog Island Oyster on Embarcadero :)"
#41
Anchor Oyster
5.0
(1)
"I would do Lolinda, Foreign Cinema, or Anchor Oyster"
#42
Foreign Cinema
5.0
(1)
"I would do Lolinda, Foreign Cinema, or Anchor Oyster"
#43
Lolinda
5.0
(1)
"I would do Lolinda, Foreign Cinema, or Anchor Oyster"
#44
Her Place
4.0
(1)
"Zahav, Kalaya, the Dandelion, Her Place, Alpen Rose, Vetri Cucina"
#45
Kalaya
4.0
(1)
"Zahav, Kalaya, the Dandelion, Her Place, Alpen Rose, Vetri Cucina"
#46
Bazaar by José Andrés
4.0
(1)
"It’s a steakhouse but Bazaar by Jose Andres"
#47
Bavette's
4.0
(1)
"Bavette’s all day"
#48
Capo's
4.0
(1)
"Capos - thank me later."
#49
Bacon Nation
4.0
(1)
"Bacon Nation in the D."
#50
José Andrés
4.0
(1)
"You could also do the slightly more casual Jaleo, Jose Andreas. Either is delightful!"
#51
Jaleo
4.0
(1)
"You could also do the slightly more casual Jaleo, Jose Andreas. Either is delightful!"
#52
Nora's
4.0
(1)
"Nora's. Locals only"
#53
Esther's Kitchen
4.0
(1)
"Esther’s Kitchen"
#54
Best Friend
4.0
(1)
"Best Friend, chefs menu. It’s still good and customizable to what you like. Fun restaurant too. Kind of loud , but fun for sure"
#55
Bazaar Meat
4.0
(1)
"Bazaar meat?! I saw that… he definitely wouldn’t be mad with a steakhouse let’s be real."
#56
Carbone
4.0
(1)
"We like Carbone as well."
#57
Baru
4.0
(1)
"Baru resturant"
#58
Secret Pizza
4.0
(1)
"Secret pizza! Boys need pizza"
#59
The Dandelion
4.0
(1)
"Zahav, Kalaya, the Dandelion, Her Place, Alpen Rose, Vetri Cucina"
#60
Sage
4.0
(1)
"Just yesterday I went past Sage on Graham, it's huge and has a large outdoors area as well. It's a Thai restaurant so I'll definitely try it soon."
#61
Vetri Cucina
4.0
(1)
"Zahav, Kalaya, the Dandelion, Her Place, Alpen Rose, Vetri Cucina"
#62
Vetri
4.0
(1)
"Vetri. Osteria. The Saloon."
#63
Osteria
4.0
(1)
"Vetri. Osteria. The Saloon."
#64
Mother Wolf
4.0
(1)
"Mother Wolf"
#65
Beauty & Essex
4.0
(1)
"Beauty and Essex"
#66
Charthouse
4.0
(1)
"Charthouse, Cheesecake Factory. Bluewater Fish Grill, El Pollo Inka"
#67
Ferraro's
4.0
(1)
"5PM reservation @ Ferraro’s leaves you time to park near The Sphere and get to your concert"
#68
Little Original Joes
4.0
(1)
"Little Original Joes is a new hit but the wait is long."
#69
Din Tai Fung
4.0
(1)
"Din tai fung del amo mall"
#70
Pearl 6101
4.0
(1)
"Pearl 6101 - def less fancy than Rich Table but it showcases California/Mediterranean cuisine"
#71
Nick's
4.0
(1)
"+1 for Nick’s. upscale without being too fancy, special feeling without breaking your wallet."
#72
Gan Hoo BBQ
4.0
(1)
"Or something in the middle that’s like a Chinese version of KBBQ such as Gan Hoo BBQ."
#73
Bossa Nova
4.0
(1)
"Love Bossa Nova. Tiny dining room, wouldn't bring more than six in a party here. But great food, good kid options."
#74
Mexican Riviera
4.0
(1)
"Love the Mexican riviera in Redondo riv for a bday party"
#75
Spring Shabu Shabu
4.0
(1)
"Or hotpot - 99 Favor Taste in Chinatown or Spring Shabu Shabu in Flushing."
#76
Scardino's
4.0
(1)
"Scardino's! Picture the sterotypical italian restaurant that Olive Garden tries so hard to portray. The food is great too."
#77
El Rocoto
4.0
(1)
"El Rocoto in Gardena"
#78
Havana Vieja
4.0
(1)
"Havana Vieja in Carson"
#79
HT Grill
4.0
(1)
"HT Grill in the Riviera offers a free surf and turf ($50+) dinner on your actual birthday (bring ID)."
#80
North Italia
4.0
(1)
"El Segundo has a North Italia though, haven't been but everyone I know who has been has had a really good meal"
#81
Andreas Chicken
4.0
(1)
"Andreas chicken!!!"
#82
K'far
4.0
(1)
"K’far has a lot of space and can be family style! It’s delicious"
#83
Cafe Mogador
4.0
(1)
"I booked a table for 9 at Cafe Mogador last fall and they were able to accommodate that easily."
#84
FWD
4.0
(1)
"FWD is great"
#85
Field Guide
4.0
(1)
"Had our team dinner (15 people) at field guide, its small but they were chill and set us up great. And food was way better than average brooklyn spot"
#86
Bamontes
4.0
(1)
"I hosted a 25 person dinner at Bamontes"
#87
Le Fanfare
4.0
(1)
"Le Fanfare would probably book their big table to your party if you reserve far enough in advance!"
#88
Antidote
4.0
(1)
"Antidote has big tables"
#89
99 Favor Taste
4.0
(1)
"Or hotpot - 99 Favor Taste in Chinatown or Spring Shabu Shabu in Flushing."
#90
Primo
4.0
(1)
"Primo in PV is also great. Nice food and ambience."
#91
Mexican Riviera Cantina
4.0
(1)
"Food is comparable in quality, drinks are comparable. But its a -much- bigger dining room, and would be my personal preference if I'm with a large party."
#92
Let's Meat
4.0
(1)
"If you are meat eaters? If so, suggest KBBQ like Gopchang Story or Let’s Meat."
#93
Maderos
3.0
(1)
"Maderos in Redondo."
#94
Fette Sau
3.0
(1)
"Not quite as fancy but fette sau can seat 12 on multiple giant picnic tables."
#95
Fandi Mata
3.0
(1)
"Fandi Mata, Fushimi"
#96
Salt & Pearl
3.0
(1)
"Salt and Pearl in Redondo"
#97
Jame
3.0
(1)
"Jame in el Segundo"
#98
Arthur J
3.0
(1)
"Arthur J good...but not quite worth the price."
#99
Joey
3.0
(1)
"Joey is a chain but with little presence in LA (Canadian chain) but I think that would be a good spot"
#100
Nowon
3.0
(1)
"Nowon or Falansai do their set menus!"
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