January, 2025

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‘A Smaller Footprint Isn’t a Limitation – It’s an Invitation to Get Creative’

Modern Restaurant Management

Restaurant industry challenges are pushing operators to be more creative and efficient with many opting for more multifunctional spaces – especially in a fast-casual setting. Another important factor is designing for restaurant seasonality, which can impact the success of restaurant significantly.

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Streamlining Restaurant Renovations with 3D Modeling and Design Technology

Modern Restaurant Management

How Design Technology Improves Space and Guest Experience Every square foot counts when redesigning a fast-casual eatery or a fine dining venue. Whether emulating a fine dining experience, refurbishing a fast-casual concept, or adapting to new food trends, 3D modeling empowers you to execute your vision confidently and clearly.

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5 Essential Restaurant Customer Retention Strategies Every Operator Needs In 2025

ChowNow

Servers or managers can casually inquire, How was everything today? Keep surveys short and easy to complete, and train your staff to ask for feedback casually during interactions. Focus on creating a seamless online experience with user-friendly ordering and fast delivery. or Is there anything we can do better?

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The 11 Best Restaurant Event Ideas That Actually Bring In New Customers And Keep Regulars Excited

ChowNow

Often, instead of full courses, the supporting role of the food will come in the form of smaller dishes, sometimes just as one bite so guests dont get too full too fast. Plus, the casual vibe and camaraderie make it a go-to night for fun and relaxation. Each dish will compliment the flavor profiles of the beer or wine.

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MRM Research Roundup: Experimentation, Valentine’s Vibe Shift, and Wine Cork Market

Modern Restaurant Management

Fast-casual visits overall were down 3.8 Strong consumer interest in prepared foods, commissary and beverage options has led convenience stores, often referred to as c-stores, to compete much more aggressively with quick service restaurants and fast-food chains. More and more people are searching for fast, ready-to-eat meals.

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The 2024 Restaurant Industry Trends: A Year in Review

Black Box Intelligence

Comp Traffic Best Region: New England Best Segment: Family Dining Best Cuisine: Breakfast Worst Region: NY-NJ Worst Segment: Fast Casual Worst Cuisine: Sandwich The December 2024 Restaurant Industry Trends + A Year in Review 2024 saw many ups and downs. The standout performers in October were the fast casual and quick service segments.

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Despite the odds, full-service restaurants keep launching fast casuals

Restaurant Business

Sit-down chains are hungry for a piece of the hot fast-casual market. But they havent had much success so far.