Top 80 Restaurant Review Influencers in 2026
The September 2026 snapshot of top 80 restaurant review influencers in 2026 covers 80 public Instagram profiles with 5.8M combined followers. Median audience size is 18K (mean 72.5K), which tells you the typical creator on this list is smaller than the headline names — a few large accounts pull the average up.
Average engagement across the ranking is 3.9% (median 4%). That is in line with (+0.1pp) the 3.8% restaurant review industry midpoint we use for 2026 Instagram, and 2.3pp above the ~1.55% all-niche Instagram average. The top three accounts hold 53% of the list’s followers, so a “book the ranking” campaign would be buying concentration, not a flat roster.
On this mix, a single organic feed post typically budgets $378–$2,077 and a Reel $680–$3,331 before usage rights (public 2026 Instagram bands, weighted by the follower-tier mix on this page and a 0.95× restaurant review premium). A five-creator test usually lands around $1,890–$10,385.
Key takeaways for restaurant review in September 2026
- Greg & Rebecca, Brian Lindo, Alexa Matthews currently sit at the top of this restaurant review ranking.
- Follower mix: 32.5% nano, 55% micro, 10% mid. Dominant tier: micro.
- Geography: 2 countries on the list, led by United States (8.8%) and Canada (2.5%).
- 78 profiles link out to a live or curated Instagram handle; 78 are verified public figures with self-hosted photos.
- Highest engagement on the list is Joe Duffy at 6.7%, which is not the largest audience (Greg & Rebecca at 2.2M). That gap is the usual “don’t sort only by followers” lesson.
- Do not brief a hobby account like a lifestyle page. If they teach quilting, the product has to live in a quilting workflow.
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Restaurant Review Influencers ranked
1.
Greg & Rebecca Mega
@devourpower🤤 Quit our jobs to DEVOUR!📱 TikTok: 4.4M YouTube: 2M Facebook: 1.3M👩❤️👨 📍 NYC & CT📈 Content Studio:
2.2M Followers 11.3K Avg. Likes 0.7% Engagement 4,904 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
2.
Brian Lindo Macro United States
@briancantstopeatingLet’s Eat!📍: NYC Based |
553K Followers 3.7K Avg. Likes 1.3% Engagement 6,481 Posts United States
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
3.
Alexa Matthews Mid United States
@eatingnycAlexa Matthews NYC native | Content Creator | Consultant | Mom 👦🏼👦🏼🐶Serving you the best eats & hottest new restaurants 📧:
322K Followers 5.3K Avg. Likes 2.7% Engagement 6,954 Posts United States
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
4.
Mike Chau Mid
@foodbabynyBest food in NY with the cutest babies in NY👶🏽🍦🍩🍪🍰🍫🍕👶🏽🍔🍟🍗🍜🍝🍣👶🏽👻 foodbabyny SnapchatFollow Food Baby’s dad for more
319K Followers 6.4K Avg. Likes 2.9% Engagement 6,358 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
5.
Josh Moore Mid
@josheatsphilly🏆 Food Influencer of the Year👶🏾 Hungry since birth🌈 📫
190K Followers 3.9K Avg. Likes 2.6% Engagement 8,176 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
6.
Jessica Slomberg Mid
@nycfoodcomaJust an NYC girl living in a permanent food coma 🍕🍝🍔🍟🌮👉🏻 for all things pasta!💌
190K Followers 2.7K Avg. Likes 1.6% Engagement 3,791 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
7.
Morgan Raum Mid United States
@tooomuchfoood📸 unsophisticated palate, loves fast food🕯️ for ur friday night plans💌 🤝
173K Followers 3.1K Avg. Likes 2.2% Engagement 2,883 Posts United States
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
8.
Monica & Bruce Mid
@ny.foodieExploring the city and Long Island through food. If we’re not out at a restaurant, find us at Costco📫:
140K Followers 2.1K Avg. Likes 2.7% Engagement 5,627 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
9.
Lindsey Metselaar Mid
@dontexpectsaladsDon't Expect Salads by Inquiries:
109K Followers 1K Avg. Likes 1.7% Engagement 3,799 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
10.
Pete Wells Mid
@pete_wellsRestaurant critic of the New York Times; sloppy with lighting; struggling with focus. .
100K Followers 1.3K Avg. Likes 2.2% Engagement 1,140 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
11.
Lori Luo Micro
@girleatsnyc📩 : 📍 : NYC & NJ💻 : Analytics Manager📷 :
75.6K Followers 1.7K Avg. Likes 2.8% Engagement 3,778 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
12.
Ruda Khan Micro
@mygourmetstory📍Chicago|Recipe videos|Restaurant reviews💌 Featured
65.5K Followers 2.5K Avg. Likes 4.1% Engagement 5,634 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
13.
Ben Hon Micro
@stuffbeneatsFood & Travel Photographer🚶 I'm 🏡 NYC & LA📧 ambassador # ambassador
63.7K Followers 1.6K Avg. Likes 3.4% Engagement 6,809 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
14.
Iris Chang Micro
@thehungrypetite⭐️ HTX & NYC👩🏻 Houston Mom🌇 What to do, where to eat🍽️ Fine dining + Kid friendly spots💌 for collabs/No DMs
61.2K Followers 2.4K Avg. Likes 4.1% Engagement 2,633 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
15.
Ian McNulty Micro
@ianmcnultynolaI cover restaurants & food culture for NOLA.com and talk about it all on the radio. As seen on Netflix 'Street Food USA'
61.2K Followers 2K Avg. Likes 4.4% Engagement 7,751 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
16.
Uju Amaeshi Micro
@restaurantcritic_ngAfrica’s Top Food Journalist| Restaurant Consultant | Founder of 🇳🇬The Undiluted Restaurant Critic📺 /Sky UK
59.2K Followers 1.9K Avg. Likes 3.5% Engagement 7,861 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
17.
Jenn Harris Micro
@jenn_harris_James Beard Award nominated columnistColumns drop Mondays at Latimes.com/food. Always hungry for another bite.
54.1K Followers 1.3K Avg. Likes 2.9% Engagement 8,826 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
18.
Patrick & Russell Micro
@gastrogays🗞️ Restaurant Critics ✏️ Food & Travel Writers🍴 Substack✉️ 🎙️ DublinDelish 98FM📚
51K Followers 1.2K Avg. Likes 3% Engagement 1,909 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
19.
Bill Addison Micro
@bill_addisonBill Addison is a restaurant review content creator with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
50.1K Followers 666 Avg. Likes 2.6% Engagement 8,942 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
20.
Josh Lurie Micro
@foodgpsThe best tasting food and drink in California and beyond. L.A. based. Also, order my book: “History is Delicious.”
49.1K Followers 1.4K Avg. Likes 4.2% Engagement 5,927 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
21.
Bill Oakley Micro
@thatbilloakley🥩Culinary Event Producer & Host📺 TV Food “Personality”🍿Former Showrunner of The Simpsons
45.5K Followers 758 Avg. Likes 3.2% Engagement 1,151 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
22.
Mai Pham Micro
@femme_foodie🍽️ Food & Travel Writer📍 reviews & hidden gemsAs seen in 💌 ’s eat explore & keep it real
45.3K Followers 788 Avg. Likes 2.6% Engagement 6,240 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
23.
Jason Horowitz Micro
@eatswithjason📍Minneapolis, MN🫶🏻🧁The best NEW eats+treats+drinks in Minnesota📱Social Media Biz Owner 🌈Collabs/Partnerships⬇️💌DM/
42.9K Followers 759 Avg. Likes 2.9% Engagement 5,118 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
24.
Ryan Owen Micro United States
@orlandofoodcriticREAL REVIEWS FROM A REAL CRITICFood Critic / Food ExpertRestaurant Consultant VISIT ORLANDO ( most visited city in the US & in the world)
42.7K Followers 1.4K Avg. Likes 3.6% Engagement 5,504 Posts United States
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
25.
Jason DeRusha Micro
@derushajRESTAURANTS | STYLE | WELLNESS | TRAVELJames Beard finalist; Emmy winner🔈 DriveTime host🍴 food critic ❤️ MN
36.1K Followers 1.1K Avg. Likes 4.4% Engagement 5,566 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
26.
Samantha Wood Micro
@foodiva🔪Award-winning restaurant review website🔪Substack: Restaurant Whisperer🔪 events🔪Guild of Food Writers/UAERG/WSET2🔪🇦🇪🇨🇾🇬🇧🍉
35.6K Followers 699 Avg. Likes 2.9% Engagement 609 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
27.
Carly Aasheim Micro
@carlys_comidaCarly Aasheim is a restaurant review content creator with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
30.5K Followers 625 Avg. Likes 3.5% Engagement 8,378 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
28.
Lesley Chesterman Micro
@lesleychestrmanWriter. Baker. Drinker. Cookbook author. Eastern Canada Chair. Lick my Plate newsletter on
30.1K Followers 627 Avg. Likes 3.1% Engagement 628 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
29.
Tom Sietsema Micro
@tomsietsemaWriter. Cook. Restaurant fan. Traveler. Used to scribble for The Washington Post
29.9K Followers 595 Avg. Likes 2.5% Engagement 7,571 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
30.
Jimi Famurewa Micro
@jimfamished✍️ Restaurant critic, writer & broadcaster📺 MasterChef📩 Seconds; 📚 SETTLERS (2022); PICKY (2025) ⬇️ - buy my new book below
29K Followers 822 Avg. Likes 4% Engagement 4,341 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
31.
Zara Micro
@the.food.reviewBoston’s most savage food critic. Cutting through the hype with real data 📊 + honest reviewsCook👩🍳 | 🤓 Data Nerd
26.5K Followers 756 Avg. Likes 3.2% Engagement 6,829 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
32.
William Sitwell Micro
@williamsitwellrestaurant critic and columnist judge, director of The White Hart, events MC, host of
26.3K Followers 680 Avg. Likes 3.1% Engagement 4,304 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
33.
Chelsey Micro
@chelseyeatsdcRestaurants • Travel • Recipes📍DC | MD | VALet’s Eat!🪩🍕🍣
25.1K Followers 948 Avg. Likes 4.6% Engagement 6,614 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
34.
My Micro
@oslonamHi! I’m My🙋🏻♀️Oslo based food nerd🤓100% amateur reviews Friendly critique and recommendations!Est. 2017
24.8K Followers 984 Avg. Likes 4.6% Engagement 7,569 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
35.
Jenn Thai Micro
@thisjenngirlMy favorite food and things to do.📍 Tampa Bay area + wherever life takes me.Please email for collabs — no DMs. ⬇️📧:
23.3K Followers 341 Avg. Likes 2.6% Engagement 1,460 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
36.
Michael Bauer Micro
@michaelbauer1Former Restaurant Critic at The San Francisco Chronicle. Now eating for fun!
21.8K Followers 706 Avg. Likes 4.1% Engagement 8,539 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
37.
Andy Hayler Micro
@wyahawRestaurant critic and author. First person to visit every 3 star Michelin restaurant in the world.
21.7K Followers 550 Avg. Likes 3.7% Engagement 842 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
38.
Eric Sandler Micro
@ericsandlerEditor, Host of the What’s Eric Eating podcast.
20.1K Followers 470 Avg. Likes 4.6% Engagement 3,760 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
39.
Jestee Jenieve Milana-Lising Micro United States
@jesteeicedtea📍 Las Vegas, NV | Food, Travel & Lifestyle | UGC🌟 Exploring Michelin, James Beard, World’s Best, Cheap Eats and beyond 📩
19.6K Followers 577 Avg. Likes 4.1% Engagement 6,456 Posts United States
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
40.
Richard lewis Micro
@richard_lewis_eats_londonProfessional chefAsian restaurant specialist lover of London restaurants, pubs, and bakerys. Get 10% off with code RICH10
19.2K Followers 745 Avg. Likes 4.2% Engagement 3,219 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
41.
Sydelle Anderson Micro United States
@lifebysydelle📍NYC| MD loading 🇹🇹👩🏾⚕️ 📚Medical student by day,foodie always,usually brunchin—preferably bottomless🥂📸Reviews|Recs|TravelDM for collabs
16.8K Followers 596 Avg. Likes 4.4% Engagement 6,443 Posts United States
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
42.
Marcelly Rusli Micro
@marcellytjiu𝙎𝙪𝙠𝙖 𝙘𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙩𝙖 𝙨𝙤𝙖𝙡 𝙢𝙖𝙠𝙖𝙣𝙖𝙣 𝙚𝙣𝙖𝙠 𝙙𝙞 𝙧𝙚𝙚𝙡𝙨🤤💍 👩🍳 📍Karawaci basedBusiness inquires : DM📥 // 081389858696 (Team)
15.2K Followers 295 Avg. Likes 3.6% Engagement 1,981 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
43.
Cesar Micro
@fukufoodzAssociate restaurant critic Lynwood baby.
14.5K Followers 437 Avg. Likes 3.8% Engagement 8,529 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
44.
Ben & Lisa Micro
@lafoodie🍔 Ben & Lisa 👀 Looking for the BEST eats in LA and usually finding it📱TIKTOK: Lafoodieofficial🍋LEMON8: LAFOODIEOFFICIAL📧 :
14.1K Followers 268 Avg. Likes 3.3% Engagement 5,878 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
45.
Shazad Shafi Micro
@the_halalfood_reviewerBringing you the best halal food content from the Bay Area and beyond.- Top Halal Food Influencer in the Bay 🌉- 1M+ Views..DM for Sponsored Rates
12.8K Followers 236 Avg. Likes 3% Engagement 9,179 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
46.
Madame Marie Micro
@madame.marie.mangeMadame Marie - trusted Toronto + area restaurant reviews. Bon appétit!🍽 Food critic + writer👩🏻🍳Certified chef 🇨🇦 Toronto
12.7K Followers 255 Avg. Likes 2.6% Engagement 4,747 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
47.
Evelyn Noheli Micro
@evelyn_lifestylesEvelyn Noheli is a restaurant review content creator with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
12.6K Followers 409 Avg. Likes 4.2% Engagement 4,224 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
48.
Reuben Mourad Micro
@reubenmourad🇦🇺 ✈️ Los AngelesRestaurant critic, food and travel journalist."Experto Gastronomico" according to ABC Spain.
12.2K Followers 357 Avg. Likes 3.2% Engagement 5,133 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
49.
Krisna Bharvani Micro
@whatkbeatsreally good at eatingspoiler: kb eats, not k beats // no dj skills, just dinner skills🍴📍singapore |🗽braised | 🇮🇳 spiced
11.5K Followers 278 Avg. Likes 4.5% Engagement 5,152 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
50.
Nick Barahona Micro
@nxreview📍 NOVA + DC 25 Years Hungry | Eat up! 💫 dm for collaborations + inquires 📬🕺
11K Followers 207 Avg. Likes 3.1% Engagement 2,502 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
51.
Jennifer Mitchell Micro
@the.california.reviewFood Critic🍷Restaurant Reviews Travel Reporter JENNIFER M Media for southern C.A I keep it real John:316
10.9K Followers 369 Avg. Likes 3.9% Engagement 2,989 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
52.
Matthew Odam Micro
@matthewodamRestaurant critic and reporter at the Austin American-Statesman.
10.4K Followers 227 Avg. Likes 3.6% Engagement 7,718 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
53.
Rick Nelson Micro
@ricknelsonmnBreakfast sandwich obsessive. Co-author (with ) of "The Ultimate Minnesota Cookie Book," published by
10K Followers 264 Avg. Likes 2.7% Engagement 2,302 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
54.
Alison A. Cook Nano
@alisona.cookFood writer, wanderer, rabid Houstonian. Newsletter on Ghost platform:
8.6K Followers 387 Avg. Likes 5.5% Engagement 2,624 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
55.
Besha Rodell Nano
@besharodellWriter, eater and whisky drinker. Chief dining critic, EIC HUNGER LIKE A THIRST from out now!!
8.6K Followers 198 Avg. Likes 4.1% Engagement 438 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
56.
Bethany Jean Clement Nano
@bethanyjeanclementSeattle Times restaurant critic & winner of free burgers for life
7.6K Followers 393 Avg. Likes 6.5% Engagement 9,455 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
57.
Liam Collens Nano
@itsliamcollensFood & travel writerRestaurants, cities, culturePublished in international titlesEssays & reviews ↓
7.3K Followers 371 Avg. Likes 5.7% Engagement 8,870 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
58.
Kara Monssen Nano
@karafoodwineCritic, wine writer, MC 📰 karafoodwine.substack.com📍Mel, Australia💻:
7K Followers 267 Avg. Likes 4.4% Engagement 6,651 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
59.
Louisa Kung Liu Chu Nano
@louisachu1Restaurant critic at Co-host at Rescued by
6.4K Followers 345 Avg. Likes 6% Engagement 7,017 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
60.
Joe Duffy Nano
@atlantagrubberBetter than Atlanta Michelin guide. Greater Atlanta restaurant reviews. Find best Atlanta restaurants plus Alpharetta, Roswell, Johns Creek, Milton.
6.2K Followers 398 Avg. Likes 6.7% Engagement 8,319 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
61.
Enrique Balestrini Nano
@enriquebalestriniFood Writer • Multidisciplinary Creator • Aruba
6.1K Followers 234 Avg. Likes 4.6% Engagement 3,080 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
62.
Katy McGuinness Nano
@katymcguinnessRestaurant Critic, Irish Independent | Writer /Copywriter: Food, Travel, Luxury, Health, Medicine | momager to
5.8K Followers 249 Avg. Likes 6.4% Engagement 378 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
63.
Michael Nagrant Nano
@michaelnagrantChicago Food Writer, Restaurant Reviewer. Editor, The Hunger. Subscribe below. Contributor, Alinea cookbook. Ex Chicago Sun-Times food critic.
5.7K Followers 178 Avg. Likes 5.7% Engagement 4,897 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
64.
Andi Berlin Nano
@andiberlinFood writer (professional journalist) and critic at I’ll meet you anytime you want at our Italian restaurant.
5.6K Followers 360 Avg. Likes 6.5% Engagement 7,578 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
65.
Sophia Edens Nano
@thecontentfoodcriticYour trusted source for the most appetizing & affordable restaurants!
5.2K Followers 117 Avg. Likes 3.9% Engagement 8,263 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
66.
Lyndsay C. Green Nano
@ladyluffRestaurant Critic, Freep USA Midwest Academy Chair, NA 50 BestFood Sovereignty Advocate•2023 Pulitzer Prize finalist•2x James Beard Award winner
4.6K Followers 186 Avg. Likes 5.8% Engagement 4,215 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
67.
Bradley Nano
@bradley.foodie📍 | Berks 💌 📷 Always hungry, massive sweet tooth
4.4K Followers 251 Avg. Likes 6.5% Engagement 2,088 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
68.
Gabby Peyton Nano Canada
@gabbypeytoneatsfood & travel writer. author of bestselling “Where We Ate: A Field Guide to Canada’s Restaurants, Past and Present”
4.2K Followers 190 Avg. Likes 6% Engagement 2,243 Posts Canada
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
69.
David Hagedorn Nano
@dchagedorn✍🏻 Food/Travel/Design Writer for Washington Post, & more📖Cookbook Author🍽️ Restaurant Critic &
3.9K Followers 204 Avg. Likes 5.3% Engagement 7,560 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
70.
Jon Cheng Nano
@intrepid_glutton✍️ Ex critic/columnist 🍽️ Former restaurant judge 📍 Hong Kong | MPLS | SF | NYC | LDN | SG
3.8K Followers 96 Avg. Likes 4.5% Engagement 5,880 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
71.
Melody Baetens Malosh Nano
@melodymalosh🍽️ Restaurant Critic/Reporter 🗣️ ❌ no Sponcon🎶 Betty Cooper, the Sirens🍸 Former bar owner
3.8K Followers 168 Avg. Likes 5.5% Engagement 1,224 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
72.
Brian Reinhart Nano
@bg_reinhartDining critic, I post two non-food photos each year.
3.7K Followers 137 Avg. Likes 4.6% Engagement 393 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
73.
John Kessler Nano
@jdkessFood, writing, puerile humor. Chicago Magazine dining critic
3.3K Followers 145 Avg. Likes 5.2% Engagement 9,345 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
74.
Katherine Chew Hamilton Nano
@kat.bitesfreelance food writer | 💕 bikes, ice cream, wine, pottery, cats | words in
3.1K Followers 105 Avg. Likes 5.1% Engagement 1,197 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
75.
Mia Stainsby Nano
@miastainsbyRestaurant critic for Vancouver Sun, The Province, Postmedia. Travel writer. Local, national, int’l restaurant judge. Reviews in link.
3.1K Followers 143 Avg. Likes 6.4% Engagement 7,932 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
76.
Robert F. Moss Nano
@robertfmossContributing BBQ Editor, Southern Living. Author, The Lost Southern Chefs & BBQ: The History of an American Institution. Food. Drink. Travel.
3.1K Followers 108 Avg. Likes 4.7% Engagement 4,896 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
77.
Mahira Rivers Nano
@mahirariversWriter, ex-Michelin 🇵🇰🇭🇰🇺🇸I write a newsletter about dessert culture in NYC 🧁
2.6K Followers 104 Avg. Likes 5.4% Engagement 8,820 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
78.
Providence Cicero Nano
@proviciceroEats, cooks, writes about food. Former Seattle Times restaurant critic. Always a mom.
1.5K Followers 41 Avg. Likes 4.4% Engagement 1,620 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
79.
Niamh Vega Micro San Diego, CA
@niamhvegaRestaurant Review content creator from San Diego, CA. Posts about how-to content, behind-the-scenes, and connecting with an engaged community.
14.7K Followers 450 Avg. Likes 3.3% Engagement 3,682 Posts United States
Contact: via Instagram profile
80.
Maya Lee Nano Vancouver
@mayaleeCreating tutorials and community tips as a restaurant review educator. Reach out for paid collaborations and sponsorships.
9.6K Followers 352 Avg. Likes 4.1% Engagement 4,613 Posts Canada
Contact: via Instagram profile
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Estimated Instagram rates for this mix
Planning ranges from public 2026 Instagram bands, weighted by the follower-tier mix on this page and a 0.95× restaurant review adjustment. They are not quotes from the creators below. Usage rights and whitelisting typically add 30–50%.
| Deliverable | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Typical feed post on this list | $378 | $2,077 |
| Typical Reel on this list | $680 | $3,331 |
| Five-creator test campaign (feed) | $1,890 | $10,385 |
What this restaurant review influencers ranking actually shows
How-to content with a named method. Tiny specialist audiences punch above their follower weight on conversion because every viewer is already in-market. On this specific list the median account has been posting since around 2010 (average age ~10.3 years; oldest 2011, newest 2020) with roughly 5,062 posts — enough history that you can actually audit a grid before you brief.
Primary language on the roster is English (100%). The list is relatively monolingual, which simplifies caption and landing-page language.
Where gender is labelled, the split is 38 female / 36 male (6 unlabelled). Use that as a casting hint, not a quota.
Follower-tier mix
| Tier | Creators | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Nano (<10K) | 26 | 32.5% |
| Micro (10K–100K) | 44 | 55% |
| Mid (100K–500K) | 8 | 10% |
| Macro (500K–1M) | 1 | 1.3% |
| Mega (1M+) | 1 | 1.3% |
Where they are based
| Country | Creators | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 7 | 8.8% |
| Canada | 2 | 2.5% |
How to brief restaurant review influencers
- The creator is an expert — let them reject a talking point that would embarrass them in their community.
- Send the actual tool/product, not just talking points.
- Saves and tutorial completions beat raw views.
Formats that usually work here: tutorial Reels, tool reviews, community AMAs, before/after carousels. Read the ranking methodology or the 2026 rate guide.
Restaurant Review Influencers vs related lists
Restaurant Review Influencers averages 1.1pp more engagement than AI Influencers and has a smaller median audience (18K vs 137K).
Restaurant Review Influencers averages 2pp more engagement than Cosplay Influencers and has a smaller median audience (18K vs 623K).
Restaurant Review Influencers averages 0.2pp more engagement than Watch Influencers and has a smaller median audience (18K vs 27.6K).
| List | Creators | Median followers | Avg. ER |
|---|---|---|---|
| Restaurant Review Influencers (this page) | 80 | 18K | 3.9% |
| AI Influencers | 70 | 137K | 2.8% |
| Cosplay Influencers | 100 | 623K | 1.9% |
| Watch Influencers | 100 | 27.6K | 3.7% |
Snapshot compiled September 2026 from 80 ranked profiles (78 verified public figures, 2 additional directory listings). Industry engagement midpoints and rate bands are public 2026 Instagram benchmarks, not private platform data. Full methodology.
Restaurant Review Influencers — frequently asked questions
Who are the top restaurant review influencers in 2026?
Our September 2026 ranking of 80 restaurant review influencers is led by Greg & Rebecca, Brian Lindo, Alexa Matthews. Combined they represent 5.8M followers, with an average engagement of 3.9%. 78 entries are verified public figures. The order blends audience size with engagement so a quiet mega-account does not automatically beat a louder mid-tier creator.
How is this restaurant review list ranked?
Creators are ordered by a blend of followers, engagement rate and posting consistency. Verified public figures with self-hosted photos surface first when we have them. The page also publishes the list’s own maths — median 18K followers, 3.9% average ER, 53% of reach in the top three — so you can see whether you are looking at a concentrated or diversified niche.
What engagement rate is good for restaurant review Instagram accounts?
For restaurant review we treat ~3.8% as the 2026 industry midpoint (specialist hobbies (how-to, pets, crafts, education) are Instagram’s engagement leaders in 2026 tables). This list averages 3.9%, which is in line with (+0.1pp) that midpoint. Nano and micro accounts should beat the midpoint; mega accounts can sit well below it and still be efficient on raw impressions.
How much do restaurant review influencers charge in 2026?
Using public Instagram rate bands weighted by this list’s follower mix and a 0.95× niche adjustment, one organic feed post on a typical account here is $378–$2,077; a Reel is $680–$3,331. Usage rights, exclusivity and whitelisting usually add 30–50%. These are planning ranges, not quotes from the creators on this page.
Where are these restaurant review influencers based?
The ranking spans 2 countries. The largest shares are United States (8.8%), Canada (2.5%). If you need a single market, filter the table by country before you export a shortlist.
How can I contact these restaurant review influencers?
78 public figures on this page link through to Instagram. We do not publish private emails for real people. For a spreadsheet of campaign-ready contacts, request a targeted list — we only include adults who are publicly doing creator work.
How often is the restaurant review list updated?
Figures on this page were compiled for September 2026. Rankings move as follower counts, engagement and newly surfaced public figures change. Treat it as a current snapshot, not a lifetime league table.
What campaign formats work best with restaurant review?
The highest-performing briefs in this niche usually mix tutorial Reels, tool reviews and before/after carousels. Lead with one hero Reel, support it with a feed post or carousel, and keep Stories for time-sensitive offers or codes.