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About Eatlect
Restaurant influencers (broadly defined) on social media (Youtube, Tiktok, Instagram, etc.) make informative review videos on food and restaurants. But this large amount of information was scattered across the internet and hard to find exactly when you needed it most.
Eatlect helps you organize the review videos and visualize the restaurants and eats reviewed by popular influencers. The purpose is to make your dining decisions more informed.
Whether you’re deciding on a place for dinner tonight or planning your meals for an upcoming trip (a task I’ve always found daunting), check out eatlect for insights from influencers (check the list).
Featured Blog Posts
Keith Lee Restaurant Review: Juanderful Tacos (Phoenix, Arizona)
Keith Lee and his family visit Juanderful Tacos, a taco shop in Phoenix, Arizona. Keith ordered a chicken taco, a steak taco (pollo), a queso pollo taco (chicken and cheese), and a quebeso taco (beef head).
(See more blog posts for review details like Keith Lee’s food ratings.)
Keith Lee Restaurant Review: Jerk At Nite (Washington DC)
Keith Lee and his family visit Jerk At Nite — Caribbean restaurant in Washington, DC — spending $69.11. He started with the pasta jerk box, which he described as very spicy, creamy, and slightly salty, giving it an 8.6 out of 10.
Keith Lee Restaurant Review: Easy Street Burgers (Studio City, California)
Keith Lee revisits Easy Street Burgers that had previously earned two perfect scores from him. He decides to see if the quality remains the same, given the restaurant’s newfound popularity. He says, “I think this is the first time that I went back to a place, gave that many 10s, and it still has that many 10s.”
San Francisco Restaurants Reviewed by Top Restaurant Influencers
San Francisco, with its iconic Golden Gate Bridge, historic cable cars, and vibrant neighborhoods, is a city that captivates the senses. Beyond its breathtaking sights, the city’s culinary scene stands out as a major attraction. Known for its innovative chefs and diverse food culture, San Francisco offers a delectable array of dining experiences that reflect its rich multicultural heritage.
The List of Restaurant Influencers
Alexander The Guest is created by Alexander, who takes viewers on a culinary journey to some of the world’s most exclusive 3 Michelin-star restaurants. Alexander explores fine dining experiences, samples menus, and helps viewers decide whether these high-end restaurants are truly worth it.
Most popular platform: Youtube (300K+ subscribers)
Behind Anders & Kaitlin are Anders Husa and Kaitlin Orr, a dynamic food and travel duo. They are likely Scandinavia’s most influential restaurant bloggers. Over the years, they have established themselves as one of the top expert voices on the thriving Nordic food scene.
Most popular platform: Instagram (Anders; Kaitlin) (~300K followers combined)
Anthony Bourdain was a pioneering figure in the world of food and travel. He was easily one of if not THE earliest and most influential food influencers. His candid storytelling, adventurous spirit, and passion for diverse cuisines left an indelible mark on the culinary landscape. Bourdain passed away in 2018. Eatlect covers eats Bourdain visited in his “No Reservations” show on the Travel Channel based on Youtube clips.
Most popular platform: X/Twitter (6M+ followers)
Best Ever Food Review Show (BEFRS) is created by American filmmaker William John Sonbuchner, known as Sonny Side. Sonny takes viewers on global culinary adventures, exploring unique local and street foods, from Michelin-rated delicacies to bizarre dishes.
Most popular platform: Youtube (10M+ subscribers)
Bon Appétit is a monthly American food and entertaining magazine, which typically contains recipes, entertaining ideas, restaurant recommendations, and wine reviews. Eatlect focuses on its “Street Eats” video series that explores street food from various corners of the world.
Most popular platform: Youtube (6M+ subscribers)
Guy Fieri is is a restaurateur, author, and Emmy Award-winning television presenter. His culinary journey began with co-owning restaurants in California and expanded to hosting popular shows on the Food Network. Fieri’s vibrant personality, love for food, and impact on American culinary television have made him a household name. Eatlect covers eats Fieri visited in his “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives” show.
Most popular platform: X/Twitter (3M+ followers)
Keith Lee, a former MMA fighter turned prominent food critic on TikTok. He is known for his videos eating takeout food across US cities in his car and giving honest reviews. Lee often has family members place takeout orders on his behalf to avoid preferential treatment from restaurant owners. Lee was included in the 2024 Forbes “30 Under 30” list under the category of Food & Drink due to his TikTok food reviews.
Most popular platform: TikTok (16M+ followers) (more on the “Keith Lee Effect“) (Map of Keith Lee)
Mark Wiens is one of the most popular food vloggers in the world. His videos are full of delicious street food and travel tips. Wien’s journey from Phoenix, Arizona, via other countries, and ultimately to the vibrant streets of Bangkok has shaped his culinary adventures.
Most popular platform: Youtube (10M+ subscribers)
The New York Times is renowned for its insightful restaurant recommendations, both in New York City and across the U.S. Since 2021, NYT has released its annual list of 50 most vibrant and delicious restaurants around the country, recommended by its Food Section critics, reporters and editors. Eatlect has included the 150 recommended restaurants over the past three years.
Co-founded by Jaeki Cho and Brian Lee, Righteous Eats started in 2020 as a way to highlight restaurants that weren’t receiving press coverage or government assistance during the pandemic. It mostly covers small New York restaurants run by immigrants and members of minority groups, having become a “platform to celebrate the people who make up one of the world’s most diverse cities” (New York Times).
Most popular platform: TikTok (400K+ followers)
Laila and Adrian are a food and travel focused couple behind S3. Their goal is to provide unbiased, unaffiliated, and unfiltered in-depth reviews of the world’s best food and fine dining experiences. They have undertaken the ambitious task of creating their own personal universal ranking system.
Most popular platform: Youtube (15K+ subscribers)