This is the 164th most frequent German word.
bekannt
Known.
Here, 'bekannt' is used as an adjective meaning 'well-known' or 'famous.' It describes the reputation of the restaurant.
Das Restaurant ist in der Stadt sehr bekannt.
The restaurant is very well-known in the city.
'Bekannt' is used here to express familiarity or recognition, indicating that the speaker knows this name.
Mir ist der Name dieses Ortes bekannt.
The name of this place is known to me.
In this context, 'bekannt' is used as an adjective meaning 'acquainted' or 'familiar.' It relates to someone one knows.