Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 15, 2020

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features Grubhub's State of the Plate 2020 trend report, the fragility of "open," di g ital resilience and brand intimacy. State of the Plate 2020 – top foods across various cities. Top Foods of 2020. Financial Trends Insights.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 16, 2020

What will inspire event themes and design in 2020? What menu inspiration will chefs use as they create new and fine tune traditional favorites? Wellness is a still a top trend in catered events for 2020. These menu items are a tasty solution for vegan guests as well as vegetarian guests. Experiential Interactions.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry insiders for their perspection on 2020: What lessons did you learn and what do you feel the restaurant industry learned this year? In 2020 the restaurant industry learned that offering delivery and running an efficient operation is necessary to stay alive.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

2020 State of the Restaurant Industry. The National Restaurant Association released its 2020 State of the Restaurant Industry Report which examines key factors impacting the restaurant industry including the current state of the economy, operations, workforce, and food and menu trends across segments from quickservice to fine dining.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 17, 2020

The 2020 holiday season may not offer the same gatherings, parties and hoopla of years’ past, but diners are making sure it is still filled with amazing food. Considering that restaurant food sentiment is improving among guests, an opportunity is presented to explore their favorite menu items. Diners Show Holiday Spirit.

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Xtra Chef

DECEMBER 30, 2020

Dear 2020, you will not be missed. It goes without saying that 2020 has been a challenging year for humanity. In January 2020, we launched our Recipe Management feature, giving our customers the ability to calculate plate costs easily, accurately and dynamically. The post A Quick Look Back on 2020 appeared first on xtraCHEF.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 3, 2020

But what other drinks trends are sent to take 2020 by storm? Stay ahead of the competition and make sure you’re serving the right stuff in 2020. Looking Ahead to 2020. 2020 drinks trends are predicted to build from the popular choices of 2019, and it’s these trends that will spring up on Instagram.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 21, 2020

Raise your hand if your 2020 marketing plan included messaging about wearing a mask. And when it comes to those marketing plans, 2020’s lessons will, at least, provide good advice for 2021 and the years to come. How about weeks-long dining room shutdowns? Still nothing? Curbside takeout and no-contact delivery are the norms.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 1, 2021

This menu price inflation has a number of causes, from higher raw-ingredient costs to an unprecedented labor shortage in the hospitality industry. It’s clear, however, that price increases are causing many customers to think twice about spending their hard-earned dollars at restaurants.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

But, if you have a playful style that could be embodied by a mascot character, consider developing a fun mascot figurehead to speak directly to your customers from your social media posts, signage, menu, website, and maybe even merchandise. Make it easy to find important things like your menu, location, phone number and hours of operation.

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Focus POS

DECEMBER 11, 2019

Approaching 2020, restaurants need to make a conscious shift toward offering future-facing operations with the ability to meet the expectations of their customers. Menu and order Customization. In doing so, the opportunity to fast upsell and cross promote increases with all the menu options at their fingertips. Loyalty Perks.

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Sante

DECEMBER 7, 2020

Simple adjustments to your restaurant menu can help increase profits during the pandemic. Your menu plays a bigger role in this than you’d think. As a restaurant owner, how often do you audit your menu to maximize profits? MAKE YOUR MENU WORK FOR CURRENT TIMES. You work tirelessly in order to keep your doors open.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 21, 2020

Menu Labeling Requirements. Additionally, on April 1, 2020, the FDA published a “Guidance for Industry: Temporary Policy Regarding Nutrition Labeling of Standard Menu Items in Chain Restaurants and Similar Retail Food Establishments During the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency.” 2] See generally, 21 CFR 101.9. [3]

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EATER

AUGUST 3, 2020

2020 was supposed to be “ the year of the breakfast wars ,” multiple outlets predicted pre-pandemic. Especially in the moonlight A post shared by Martha Stewart (@marthastewart48) on Aug 1, 2020 at 4:17am PDT. • Photo: Kevin Khoo /Shutterstock. Check out @seenbysharkey to see the delicious clams. House looks amazing.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

Is this bringing in customers that tend to order from the dinner or lunch menu? How far are customers driving for this new menu item? According to research from the National Restaurant Association, off-premise traffic made up 70 percent of restaurant traffic industry wide in July 2020, and increased to 80% in July 2021.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 13, 2020

Now that the new year is here, it’s the perfect time for restaurant operators to review their 2019 performance and identify areas that can be improved in 2020. Specifically, restaurant operators will want to look at data insights from their POS system, customer transactions, and payroll to identify 2020 goals.

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Sante

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Whether embracing 2020 alcohol-free or staying true to one's tempting habits, 2941 Restaurant, nestled in the heart of Falls Church, Virginia, is offering a collection of "Vice & Virtue" cocktails to kick-off the new decade. The menu, created by Bar Manager Nikki Drake, features themed beverages for all imbibers.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 15, 2020

Merchandise orders–t-shirts, home-cooking kits, or anything else off-menu–have also steadily increased between 30-50 percent week-over-week for the last three weeks. New York businesses saw a decline beginning as early as March 9, 2020 and now show a 63 percent YOY decline. ” Spring 2020 Key Findings.

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The Restaurant Group

DECEMBER 3, 2020

Key Restaurant Industry Takeaways for 2020 – Challenges and Innovations. With a challenging and unprecedented 2020 nearly behind us, it is useful to take stock and pause to review the year’s challenges and opportunities. Simple menu items, such as the chicken sandwich , have also seen prevalence this year.

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Hot Schedules

JANUARY 27, 2020

Top Restaurant Industry Trends to Know for 2020. In light of these changes, what should operators prepare for as we head into 2020? You can change the menu, you can change management but you cannot change your location,” LeFranc said. “If The Top Restaurant Industry Trends to Know for 2020. LEARN MORE.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 17, 2020

Forty percent of those surveyed in the US and 39 percent in the UK said they would feel safer if they could view the menu from their mobile device, while 35 percent in the US versus 31 percent in the UK would like to be able to pay in the same manner. How Is Casual Dining Doing?

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 10, 2024

Restaurant operators have faced stiff headwinds since 2020, with a near-constant swirl of inflation, supply chain and labor challenges. Full-service menu prices climbed 4.5 They’re using that information for myriad purposes—from effectively managing inventory to launching new menu items.

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Future Food

DECEMBER 5, 2019

Trends that will shape the future of your food and hospitality projects for 2020. The evolution, financial viability & marketability of plant based menu options. Menu shapers will become seriously experimental with the flexitarian crowd in 2020. The ‘whole experience’ is what matters. Technology 27.

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Restaurant Clicks

DECEMBER 18, 2021

The best Wawa menu items may be your old favorite or your new go-to order! In 2020, Wawa expanded and opened its first drive-through convenience store! Most locations have a full deli with touch-screen self-serve menu listing sandwiches, hot sides, and deli meats. Best Wawa Menu Items. and Florida. The Gobbler.

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7 Shifts

OCTOBER 15, 2020

Aside from not being able to serve food, we had to create a to-go menu and take-out system, which was extremely challenging as the delivery groups were adamant on taking 30% commission despite posing as "pro-small business." to comply with new and changing regulations.

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Sante

MARCH 2, 2020

Event date: March 30, 2020 (All day). The LA Chef Conference 2020 is offering limited industry pre-sale tickets priced at $160 for the event to be held at the ArcLight Cinemas in Santa Monica, California on March 30. Come hungry for education, inspiration and delicious bites. General admission tickets cost $190.

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ChowNow

DECEMBER 7, 2020

Refresh your menu with seasonal specials. Make use of new in-season ingredients by introducing some fall and winter dishes to your menu. Don’t forget to add the items to your online menu, and promote them on your website, email, Instagram, Facebook, and other marketing channels. Recommend fall & winter menu pairings.

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Restaurant Engine

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

It’s always a good idea to refine your menu for your patrons. Owning a restaurant in 2020 has meant pivoting, being creative, and constantly reevaluating business practices. This is a perfect chance for your restaurant to really refine your menu to provide your customers just what they want. Add Local Menu Items.

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Deliverect

NOVEMBER 28, 2019

But what will 2020 bring? Veganism is still on the menu. Multiple global fast food chains, like McDonalds, KFC and Burger King, already have plant-based alternatives on the menu, something which will only expand onto other brands in the future. Snack-sized meals. Build your own (insert type of food here). Desserts matter.

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Focus POS

DECEMBER 19, 2019

Considering an upgrade in 2020? With cloud functionality, you can: Make menu changes. 81% of consumers use a restaurant website to order food online, and 70% of website traffic will be off-premises by 2020, according to the National Restaurant Association. Not only will you need to evaluate your current business needs.

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Future Food

DECEMBER 15, 2020

Food & Hospitality Restaurant Openings & a Taste of What Was 2020. A part of saying goodbye to 2020, our group of culinary colleagues shared dinner at Ish last Saturday evening. The second menu option was $85pp, Ish Celebration , which consisted of four courses. Additional Comments on this 'Taste of What Was 2020' Blog.

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Restaurant365

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

Here are the top 10 operational challenges restauranteurs should expect in 2020: 1. With nearly half of the United States imposing higher minimum wages starting in 2020, restaurants also need to focus on optimizing labor costs (especially as a percentage of sales). Maintaining accurate, profitable menu pricing and planning.

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EATER

APRIL 26, 2022

When Dirt Candy, chef Amanda Cohen’s industry-leading vegetarian restaurant in New York City, introduced its spring menu this month, diners found an interesting new addition. This menu update is “something I’ve always wanted to do,” Cohen says. What was your menu development process like before, and how was it different this time?

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Restaurant Engine

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

In this article, let’s look at 2020 restaurant marketing trends for your best year yet, and so you don’t have to ask, “Where are my diners?”. Finally, you don’t have to make your entire menu available for delivery if that doesn’t work for your restaurant. Text messaging is great for announcing specials, events, and even new menu items.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 22, 2020

Restaurants can display a unique QR code and when customers scan the code it takes them directly to DoorDash’s pickup menu through which they can order and pay with limited interaction. DoorDash released a commission-free service that provides customers a way to order and pay at restaurants by scanning a QR code.

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Marketing4Restaurants

JANUARY 16, 2020

7 Tips For Restaurant Profitability in 2020. Hopefully, you have learned some bit from my 2 part episode on Restaurant Trends 2020. Episode 128- Biggest Restaurant Trends 2020- What you need to know for your restaurant. Episode 129-Restaurant Food Trends 2020. Cost Your Menu. Engineer That Menu.

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Goliath Consulting

NOVEMBER 3, 2019

Veggies are being incorporated into the menu in creative ways (think jackfruit pulled “pork”, veggie rice and pasta), vegan entrees and sandwiches will keep rolling and “gut-friendly” fermented foods such as kimchi and kombucha are making its way into more restaurant menus 3. Also, look for unique and non-traditional flavors in 2020.

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