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TikTok launches Must Eat restaurant guide to challenge Yelp and Google Maps

TikTok introduced a new in-app restaurant guide called Must Eat on Wednesday in New York City, Los Angeles, and San Francisco.

TikTok is going after Yelp and Google Maps with an in-app restaurant guide
File photo TikTok is going after Yelp and Google Maps with an in-app restaurant guide Photo: The Verge

New feature uses platform data

The company built this section using over 40 million existing posts about dining. Users can now leave reviews and make reservations directly within the app.

Categories separate casual and fancy spots

The guide divides options into everyday eats and elevated dining categories. Select restaurants allow users to book tables through OpenTable integration.

Launch targets major US cities

This feature appears in the search bar and local feed for specific locations. It aims to compete with traditional review sites by using video discussions.

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  • The Verge
  • TechCrunch

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