Estella's Restaurant

Why it’s OK to send restaurant food back

Are you really such a big deal? No. So stop worrying that you’ll make others feel awkward

The Clobster: A Grilled Cheese and Lobster Sandwich is as Good as it Looks

Meals Deconstructed: Bringing Sexy Back With Slapfish

How to Make Mexican Tamales

I shied away from making tamales at home for the longest time, believing it was an undertaking so labor-intensive that it was only worth doing with the help of many, many extra hands. Turns out I was wrong—tamales, while requiring a small amount of assembly time, really aren't all that hard or time-consuming to make at all. After a few rounds of recipe testing, this version with three options for fillings will give you plenty of light, tender, airy, and incredibly flavor tamales…

No Menu? At The Beefmastor Inn, That’s No Problem.

If you’re dining at The Beefmastor Inn, get the rib eye. Trust us.

A Guide to American Taco Styles

The world of tacos is hardly defined, as its elements are always evolving. Here's a snapshot of what tacos in America look like today.

Smart Technology Pays Off for Restaurants

Operators have a variety of self-monitoring solutions to choose from.

The way you eat pizza can give clues about your personality

16 Of The Most Annoying Things You Can Do In A Restaurant

"Nothing makes your heart drop like getting sat at 9:45 p.m. when the restaurant closes at 10:00 p.m."

13 Things You Should Never Do in a Restaurant

Dining out is meant to be a fun and pleasant experience. We show up, we sit down, we order, we eat, we pay, and we leave.

What to Order (and What to Avoid!) With Restaurant Food

What to Order and What to AVOID With Restaurant Food. If you’re aiming to eat healthily, you don’t need to fear eating out (or even ordering to-go or delivery). Restaurants today have more healthy options than ever before and are more accommodating to customers’ requests. Eating restaurant food doesn’t have to cancel out the...

5 Ways to Compare Restaurant Tables and Chairs

For anyone looking for information or to buy restaurant tables and chairs, this article is full of important information.

Are restaurants too loud? The ins and outs of restaurant acoustics

Studies conclude that the ability to hold a conversation is more important to patrons than restaurants previously, so why is it so hard to get it right?

All the Things Our Restaurant Jobs Made Us Hate

Eater staffers appreciated their time working in restaurants, but there are some things we just can’t unsee

Naive isn’t your average health-food restaurant. Here's what to order

Naive restaurant has taken Butchertown in Louisville by storm, serving up its concept of clean eating that goes well beyond organic or farm-to-table.

7 Precautions To Take Before Eating at a Restaurant

By following these restaurant precautions, you can guarantee a safe dining experience at your favorite restaurant. Here's what you need to do.

4 Myths about Restaurant Patio Furniture

For business owners, architects or designers creating a restaurant patio, 4 myths about restaurant patio furniture are debunked in this blog post.

4 Steps to a Clean Restaurant that Stays Clean

A clean restaurant is a matter of pride and safety. It's part of Restaurant 101. Follow these steps to ensure you have a clean restaurant.