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The Unlikely Perks of a Larger Restaurant Space

EATER

Wonho Frank Lee Ryan Bailey of Kato in LA says more square footage has actually helped operations A version of this post originally appeared on May 14, 2025, in Eater and Punchs newsletter Pre Shift , a biweekly newsletter for the industry pro that sources first-person accounts from the bar and restaurant world.

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Is Galentine’s the New Valentine’s?

Modern Restaurant Management

. “We are booked and have been since shortly after posting about the lunch on our social media channels,” said Sally Davis, General Manager of Eliza Restaurant & Bar in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. "Reservations ” photos courtesy of Eliza Restaurant & Bar. Photos courtesy of Eliza Restaurant & Bar.

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Lighting Up the Denver Restaurant Scene

Modern Restaurant Management

Best known for its authentic drinks, creative tacos and an urban industrial vibe, Federales, a lofty, open-air tequila and taco establishment, offers an energetic atmosphere for restaurant and bar patrons alike. Inside, the focal point of the restaurant is the large bar area.

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Contactless Before Contactless Was Cool (Podcast)

Modern Restaurant Management

In this episode of The Main Course host Barbara Castiglia talked with Tim McLaughlin, the CEO of GoTab, a Restaurant Commerce Platform (RCP) used by large- and mid-sized restaurants, breweries, bars, and hotels. The duo dug into contactless payment and GoTab, which started in 2016. ” So, he started GoTab on the side.

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Will Handwritten Names on Cups and Free Refills Actually Make Starbucks Better?

EATER

According to CNN , Starbucks baristas will soon return to hand-writing customers names in Sharpie on their cups, a practice that in 2016 was replaced by stickers with the customers order and name printed on them. Also making a comeback is the self-service condiment bar, where customers can add cream and sugar themselves.

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Michelin Rating Overview: Expansion into New Markets

Goliath Consulting

In the 2010s, Michelin continued to strengthen its presence in Asia, entering Singapore and Seoul in 2016 and Bangkok in 2017. The following year, Michelin entered Tokyo, marking its first foray into Asia. Additional expansions in Hong Kong and Macau followed in 2009.

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Pandemic Hangover Coming for Restaurants and Municipalities

Modern Restaurant Management

city to pass a Beverage Tax in 2016, local operators have overcome the challenges of other taxes that have in many cases had greater impact. And while Philadelphia became the first big U.S.

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