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MRM Research Roundup: End-of-May 2020 Edition

Modern Restaurant Management

Still, the survey showed a path forward for restaurant owners: social distancing and outdoor seating, combined with features like hand sanitizer and face masks for staff. ” Finally, restaurants should expect to continue to see a surge in takeout orders as seats are slow to refill. Open bar areas.

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The Best Kept Secret of Restaurant Success

Embrace the Suck

I tell you, It was the best thing next to getting a business coach back in 2008 that I have done to grow not only myself but my business as well. ????. 16) Growth in the Hot Seat. The principle of a Hot Seat is that you get a chance to present to the group your biggest challenge or issue right now. I was hesitant about joining.

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MRM Franchise Feed: Frictionless QDOBA and Crisp & Greens Goes National

Modern Restaurant Management

QDOBA Mexican Eats® introduced new restaurant formats, top photo, that feature buildouts including mobile-order drive-thrus, walk-up windows, mobile-order pick-up lockers, dedicated curbside pick-up areas, ghost kitchens, and concepts with updated outdoor seating. designed with high-rent urban areas in mind.

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The Modern French Corner Store Is Like Shopping in a Rustic Fantasy

EATER

The 2008 global financial crisis hollowed out much of the rural economy and left many main streets deserted. Today, most of the businesses in that town of 30,000 residents have either shuttered entirely or struggle to stay afloat. Somewhere along the line Magnaudeix’s grandparents’ épicerie became a Hertz car rental office.

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SpotOn Named to Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies List 2024

SpotOn

In 2023, SpotOn debuted both Seat & Send , a first-of-its-kind waitlist feature, and a suite of new, maximally flexible hardware to help keep its clients competitive in an industry facing rising food and labor costs with already razor-thin margins.

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Where to Enjoy Live Music in Nashville

Restaurant Clicks

I searched for places that provided convenient seating both near and far while not compromising a quality listening experience. The setting is intimate, only seating around 50 people. They have spacious outdoor seating on the patio, and you can listen to various musical styles, including alternative, rock, and indie artists.

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Top Restaurants with Private Dining Rooms in Austin

Restaurant Clicks

The Parlor Room seats twelve, the Small Boardroom seats eight, and the largest boardroom seats 24. The restaurant’s large private dining area can accommodate up to 100 seated or up to 150 standing. Meanwhile, the rooftop patio accommodates 100 seated or 200 standing guests. The Study seats 40 for formal dining.

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