Unlike any other dining reviews out there, Zagat's trademark regular-joe mini quotes combine to create a sort of review patchwork. The Zagat Buzz blog makes a nice little feature with their "Outtake of the Week" section, where some of the funniest and most scathing snippets see the light of day, and thank god because they're priceless. Sadly, there's no telling which restaurants inspired which zingers. Recent highlights as follows:

"If you have no personality, this is the hangout for you."

"Service with a grudge."

"Primary attraction was the small wildlife wandering across the table."

"The valet stole my cell phone and called Brazil 11 times."

"It has a great reputation among people who don't get out much."

"The waiter took my order, went outside to smoke and then waved through the window."

(via Epi Log)

Our Lady of Zagat pic by Benzadrine on Flickr

-- Brian Bernbaum