Food and Drink America's Best Restaurant Chains

Stewie · 07-01-2012, 01:54 PM

From Consumer Reports with 50,000 responses...

First Watch and Le Peep started locally. IMO they both do it right.

What we found

Nine chains earned especially high marks across the board for the seven attributes in our Ratings—taste, value, service, mood, noise, menu, and cleanliness—and were praised for menu variety, cleanliness, and a lack of noise. They were:

Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano, focusing on big portions and personal attention.

Black Angus Steakhouse, for flame-grilled steaks with an “over-the-campfire flavor."

Bob Evans, for breakfast and homey fare.

Bravo Cucina Italiana, for “upscale affordable dining” in a “Roman ruin” décor.

First Watch, for eggs, pancakes, and sandwiches.

J. Alexander’s, for American classics, sandwiches, salads, and specialties such as grilled fish with mango papaya salsa.

Le Peep, for eggs, crepes, and salads.

Elmer’s, for pancakes and comfort food.

Fatz Eatz & Drinkz, for grilled or fried sandwiches, entrées, and finger foods.

Captain Obvious · 07-01-2012, 01:57 PM

I have only heard of Bob Evans.

Stewie · 07-01-2012, 02:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Captain Obvious

I have only heard of Bob Evans.

I must admit I've only eaten at three of these. Maybe a restaurant search is in order.

**mlyonsd** · 07-01-2012, 02:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Captain Obvious

I have only heard of Bob Evans.

Same here. I thought I would probably be the only one living under a rock.

**alanm** · 07-02-2012, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by mlyonsd

Same here. I thought I would probably be the only one living under a rock.

I must be living under a rock because I haven't heard of any of them either. Must be a coastal bias thing.

**BigMeatballDave** · 07-01-2012, 05:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Captain Obvious

I have only heard of Bob Evans.

Same here.

The others must be small chains.

**RealSNR** · 07-01-2012, 02:10 PM

They forgot to include Denny's on the list.

**petegz28** · 07-01-2012, 02:23 PM

Le Peep...overpriced for what you get, come on it's ****ing eggs!

J. Alexander's ...overpriced. I can go to Texas Roadhouse and get the samething in bigger portions for 1/2 the money

**Dave Lane** · 07-01-2012, 02:34 PM

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Originally Posted by petegz28

Le Peep...overpriced for what you get, come on it's ****ing eggs!

J. Alexander's ...overpriced. I can go to Texas Roadhouse and get the samething in bigger portions for 1/2 the money

Texas Roadhouse is disgusting. Worse than Outback Grill is such a thing is possible. J Alexanders is good and not that pricey.

milkman · 07-01-2012, 02:56 PM

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Originally Posted by petegz28

Le Peep...overpriced for what you get, come on it's ****ing eggs!

J. Alexander's ...overpriced. I can go to Texas Roadhouse and get the samething in bigger portions for 1/2 the money

Other than Black Angus, I've never heard of any of these restaurants, but have you ever eaten eggs at Denny's?

I mean, come on, it's just eggs, right?

sedated · 07-01-2012, 03:01 PM

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Originally Posted by petegz28

J. Alexander's ...overpriced. I can go to Texas Roadhouse and get the samething in bigger portions for 1/2 the money

I disagree with this statement, but I guess it proves why shitty chains are so popular - people either don't know the difference or they don't care.

Simply Red · 07-01-2012, 03:05 PM

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Originally Posted by sedated

I disagree with this statement, but I guess it proves why shitty chains are so popular - people either don't know the difference or they don't care.

For sure - Texas Roadhouse is dog turd.

Pants · 07-01-2012, 10:43 PM

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Originally Posted by petegz28

Le Peep...overpriced for what you get, come on it's ****ing eggs!

J. Alexander's ...overpriced. I can go to Texas Roadhouse and get the samething in bigger portions for 1/2 the money

Be fair, though, JA's is way better than Texas Roadhouse.

J. Gilbert's is a better version of JA's though (and owned by the same people, I think).

Psyko Tek · 07-01-2012, 02:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Stewie

From Consumer Reports with 50,000 responses...

First Watch and Le Peep started locally. IMO they both do it right.

What we found

Nine chains earned especially high marks across the board for the seven attributes in our Ratings—taste, value, service, mood, noise, menu, and cleanliness—and were praised for menu variety, cleanliness, and a lack of noise. They were:

Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano, focusing on big portions and personal attention.

Black Angus Steakhouse, for flame-grilled steaks with an “over-the-campfire flavor."

Bob Evans, for breakfast and homey fare.

Bravo Cucina Italiana, for “upscale affordable dining” in a “Roman ruin” décor.

First Watch, for eggs, pancakes, and sandwiches.

J. Alexander’s, for American classics, sandwiches, salads, and specialties such as grilled fish with mango papaya salsa.

Le Peep, for eggs, crepes, and salads.

Elmer’s, for pancakes and comfort food.

Fatz Eatz & Drinkz, for grilled or fried sandwiches, entrées, and finger foods.

I think there may be an east coast bias here, I live in AZ and all we have is black angus and
they suck

scho63 · 07-01-2012, 05:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Psyko Tek

I think there may be an east coast bias here, I live in AZ and all we have is black angus and
they suck

I'm East Coast and I only know of a few of these names

07-01-2012, 01:54 PM	Topic Starter
Stewie MVP Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: West of the Equator Casino cash: $-1610099	America's Best Restaurant Chains From Consumer Reports with 50,000 responses... First Watch and Le Peep started locally. IMO they both do it right. What we found Nine chains earned especially high marks across the board for the seven attributes in our Ratings—taste, value, service, mood, noise, menu, and cleanliness—and were praised for menu variety, cleanliness, and a lack of noise. They were: Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano, focusing on big portions and personal attention. Black Angus Steakhouse, for flame-grilled steaks with an “over-the-campfire flavor." Bob Evans, for breakfast and homey fare. Bravo Cucina Italiana, for “upscale affordable dining” in a “Roman ruin” décor. First Watch, for eggs, pancakes, and sandwiches. J. Alexander’s, for American classics, sandwiches, salads, and specialties such as grilled fish with mango papaya salsa. Le Peep, for eggs, crepes, and salads. Elmer’s, for pancakes and comfort food. Fatz Eatz & Drinkz, for grilled or fried sandwiches, entrées, and finger foods.
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petegz28 Supporter Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Olathe, Ks Casino cash: $-895873	Le Peep...overpriced for what you get, come on it's ****ing eggs! J. Alexander's ...overpriced. I can go to Texas Roadhouse and get the samething in bigger portions for 1/2 the money
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