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by nunez 684 days ago
The reviewer that removed star ratings in their reviews is onto something.

The most "real" reviews for restaurants right now is from city subreddits, of all places. Many of these suggestions are from people who live in the city instead of tourists who don't typically eat out (and have unrealistic expectations) or chronic reviewers who must be seen (I was one of them).

Adding stars or grades opens the door for gamification and petty tyrants who want to see businesses burn.