Let’s go out to eat tonight!
I’m Ryan Sutton, and I’m here to make sure that we’re eating well even when life throws us a few curveballs! So welcome to The Lo Times, a Substack “bestseller” and a food media site for our era of economic uncertainty.
Think of me as a your personal guide to dining out.
I’ve been reviewing NYC restaurants for 20 years, starting with Bloomberg News in the aughts, and then with Eater NY for nearly a decade….until layoffs hit. My job was a casualty, alas. But wouldn’t you know it, we still need professionals to help us decide where to eat and drink — as the price of everything shoots up, as rents remain at sky-high levels, and as mass layoffs jolt our economy.
As some well-funded media sites cut back on food criticism, this one-person outfit is doubling down on it.
Monthly and Yearly Subscribers: What You’ll Get
Timely reviews of the new restaurants you’re curious about, quick takes on hot new dishes, regular steak columns, the city’s best new restaurants, and clutch intel on dining out, including details on tough reservations and new menu items.
“Best of” lists that you won’t find anywhere else — with recommendations on what restaurants or dishes to avoid. Expect columns like how to splurge on that nice meal you’ve been saving up for (and what spendy restaurants to skip), where to find affordable eats in specific neighborhoods, and where to grab a great steak.
Original reporting on the biggest food news, plus essays and critical roundups of major reviews from around the country
Regular columns on consumables — something that too many mainstream food media sites overlook.
Access to our full vault of reviews and lists the second you subscribe.
Annual price: Less than a good prime rib after tax and tip.
A few more things: There are a lot of bland lists out there; I’ll make sure our “best of” columns feel more like a cool mixtape (or email) from your buddy who always has their eye out for what’s good (and what’s not)! I also hope you’ll dig our focus on value, whether you’re worried about your next paycheck, waiting to see what your bonus will look like, or even looking for a job.
That’s it for now, and please do email me anytime at lotimesnyc@gmail.com or at ryanpsutton@gmail.com if you have any questions, concerns, or if you just feel like chatting about restaurants.
Happy chomping!
Ryan!
