Republic Kitchen & Bar

Feature

The New Republic

The kitchen and bar serve some interesting and tasty American fare, but overall it’s no Fado

What makes a restaurant feel that it has to create a menu that is all things for all people? Chefs, like any craftsmen, have both strengths and weaknesses. Restaurants are better when they stick to what they know. Chef Josh Green of the new Republic Kitchen & Bar clearly has talent. His refreshing spin on an American comfort food menu is good, but there are holes, some gaping. Read more »

Diner’s Notebook

Fast-food winners, a home-cooking bistro and Vegan vegan

Here is some info relevant to burger lovers: According to a fast-food survey by the Zagat people, the best burger comes from the Virginia-based chain Five Guys. We don’t have Five Guys here, but take heart, we do have In-N-Out Burger, which took Top Food among large chains. We also have Dairy Queen, which ruled Best Milkshakes, McDonald’s (where else) for Best Fries, and Bonefish Grill, which won Top Regional Seafood. But wait … Bonefish just shut down its Henderson location. Read more »

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