Umami Bombs & Sh*t Fish

In this episode of Eat Talk Repeat, Sam survives a full week without crudo, bun-to-meat ratios get scrutinized, and the crew tackles everything from umami bombs to circus-level chaos at Circus Circus. In food news: Mariscos El Fresco shutters, Balla Italian Soul hits turbulence, and Arty’s Steakhouse gears up to open in the Commercial Center. Recent eats span from Beverly Hills’ Spago and Wexler’s Deli to local faves like Oscar’s new patio, China Mama 2.0, and a pastrami burger at Yukon Pizza. Plus, this week’s Savage moment pulls no punches.