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MRM Research Roundup: End-of-April 2021 Edition

Modern Restaurant Management

Casual Dining velocity has grown by 158 percent over the same period, suggesting many of the Casual Dining business models were able to maintain sales to some degree through pandemic restrictions. Sales velocity is now -5 percent vs April 10, 2021. Sales velocity is now -3 percent vs April 10, 2021. California.

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How Fast-Casual Marketers Can Prepare for 2022 Dine-in Traffic

Modern Restaurant Management

Smart QSR and fast casual chains like Chipotle and Shake Shack reconfigured their strategies to lean heavily into delivery apps, digital ordering, and loyalty programs. So, what can marketers of fast casuals do to bring people back to their brick-and-mortar locations? million members in its loyalty program as of October 2021.

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Be Nimble, Be Quick: What Consumers Want in 2021

Modern Restaurant Management

And, based on our recent survey of 830 US consumers, it’s likely a good mantra for 2021. A snapshot of the most recent survey results follows, with insights to guide 2021 planning. Consider these additional stats: 88 percent of families report visiting the drive-thru in the past two months. In other words, you have to be quick.

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[Data] Fast Casual Restaurant Trends: Sales and Labor

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Coming out of 2020, few restaurant types were better prepared for the new normal than quick service and fast casual. They had streamlined menus, more digital presence than their full-service counterparts, and dining rooms weren't an integral part of the fast casual experience. Fast Casual Labor Numbers. hours in 2021 to 76.13

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12 Trends That Will Impact the Restaurant Industry in 2021

Modern Restaurant Management

In 2021, restaurant marketing strategy, restaurant design, and internal systems—for independents and chains alike—will evolve, and technology and robotics will become commonplace. COVID-19 has forced some drastic changes and adaptations upon the restaurant industry that will endure well into 2021 and well beyond.

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MRM Research Roundup: Mid-January 2021 Edition

Modern Restaurant Management

The experts at 7shifts’ released a data-backed study titled “How Restaurants are Evolving Labor with Third-Party Delivery in 2021." To get a sense of how sit-down restaurants are faring to start 2021, foot traffic analytics firm Placer.ai Our industry is resilient and consumer demand for restaurants remains strong.”

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2025 Restaurant Payment Trends and Predictions

Modern Restaurant Management

When customers can pay quickly and without friction, it enhances their experience and shortens wait times, leading to improved customer satisfaction—particularly in fast-casual settings where speed is essential. billion in 2021 and the meal delivery market is expected to reach more than 192 million users by 2029.

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