Eater Unveils Innovative App to Help You Find the Best Restaurants Instantly

Thursday, October 17, 2024

Since its debut in 2005, Eater has been driven by one core belief: “You are where you eat.” For nearly twenty years, our team of expert, local editors has guided food enthusiasts to discover the best restaurants, trendiest pop-ups, legendary favorites, and cherished neighborhood gems across the U.S. and beyond. Now, for the first time ever, you can access every recommendation in one place—the Eater app. This new app puts you on the map with all our editor-approved spots, ensuring you’re always close to your next incredible meal. Featuring over 10,000 curated maps in more than 100 cities worldwide, the app makes it easy to explore nearby restaurants, search by cuisine or dish, and even book a table with just a few taps.

“The Eater app is the number one request we’ve gotten from readers over the years, who have long been asking for an easier way to access our restaurant recommendations on the go,” says editor-in-chief Stephanie Wu. “Our new app helps diners find great meals around the world while showcasing the breadth of Eater’s expertise, and we’re thrilled to launch it with Capital One Dining and SevenRooms, two companies that care deeply about helping people discover and book new places to eat.”

The Eater app, brought to you by Capital One Dining and powered by SevenRooms, is now available for free to iOS users, offering diners the quickest way to browse, book, and enjoy a meal. Whether you’re seeking a spot to dine immediately or planning a future trip, the app allows users to search for restaurants by city and integrates multiple reservation platforms for effortless booking. Diners can also create profiles to save their favorite spots. Eligible Capital One customers gain access to exclusive primetime reservations through Capital One Dining, while all users can explore and book editor-approved restaurants, including exceptional dining and hospitality experiences at SevenRooms partner venues.

“Many of our cardholders are passionate about dining and exploring new restaurants, so we’re teaming up with a trusted expert in the industry like Eater to help them experience the best of dining,” said Monica Weaver, head of Branded Card Partnerships and Experiences at Capital One. “We can’t wait to connect Eater’s expertise and network of highly sought-after restaurants with Capital One Dining’s access to hard-to-get reservations.”

“Our partnership with Eater represents a pivotal moment for our industry, powered by a best-in-class content creator and best-in-class restaurant technology platform, transforming the way restaurants and diners connect,” said Joel Montaniel, CEO & co-founder at SevenRooms. “Eater’s influence provides restaurants with unparalleled visibility, unlocking a premium marketing channel to a passionate, high-value diner segment. As the primary restaurant technology partner powering the Eater app, SevenRooms simplifies the reservation process and elevates dining experiences for users, helping food lovers discover, access and book the world’s best restaurants. Together, we’re removing the friction from the dining journey, ensuring that personalized experiences are always within reach.”

With the app, users can access detailed information about each recommended restaurant, including insights from Eater’s writers and editors on why it’s a favorite, along with all the maps where it’s featured. These recommendations cover a wide range of cuisines and price points, from Michelin-starred fine dining establishments to local neighborhood gems and beloved pastry shops.

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