{
  "id": 27336,
  "title": "The Eater App Now Lets You Swap Dining Notes",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/07/21/the-eater-app-now-lets-you-swap-dining-notes",
  "topic": "ai",
  "section": "AI",
  "published": "2026-07-21T21:20:04.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Eater",
    "slug": "eater",
    "url": "https://www.eater.com/dining-out/975066/eater-app-dining-notes-new-feature"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Eater app introduces a new notes feature that allows users to share detailed, engaging restaurant experiences. This feature enables diners to provide specific, memorable insights into their dining experiences, beyond basic details like operating hours or dress code. The app now includes more venues than ever, and user-submitted notes signal to editors which hidden gems should be tried. Some notable reviews include: Thai Diner in New York City, praised for its unique offerings and a standout seafood tower; Tiki on 18th in Washington D.C., lauded for its Filipino-inspired menu and impressive brunch options; OyBar in Los Angeles, appreciated for its atmosphere and creative cocktails; Chappie's in the Catskills, noted for its excellent seafood and fish and chips; Nodoguro in Portland, celebrated for its fine dining experience and sake pairings; and J.P. Graziano Grocery in Chicago, a classic institution with a special mention for its Mr. G sandwich and giardiniera. Users can download the Eater app to explore these notes and discover new dining spots.",
  "summary": "When I ask a friend for restaurant recommendations, I’m rarely asking for something as cut and dry as the operating hours, dress code intel, or whether it’s cash-only — all of that’s helpful, but also easily searchable. If I’m reaching out to you, I’m looking for some notes with a little more color. “The Thai […]",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}