Black Box Intelligence

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

year over year matched last month’s, with both tied for strongest performance since March of 2022, when the industry was still lapping over weaker results due to Covid. The best performing segment based on 3-year sales growth for the fourth month in a row was quick service, followed by fine dining. With roughly 2.5 With roughly 2.5

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Black Box Intelligence

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Once the very high menu price increases start abating, as is expected, it will be increasingly harder to post strong positive same-store sales growth as was the case for most of 2022. Based on their 3-year same-store sales growth, the segments that performed the best fell under the limited-service category: quick service and fast casual.

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Black Box Intelligence

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Restaurant Sales Growth Rebounds – Posting Best Month Since March 2022 . How did the restaurant industry perform in August 2022? percentage points over July 2022’s growth rate. Reporting the biggest acceleration in sales were the Full-Service segments. All growth numbers are year over year unless specified.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 11, 2022

Of these, one of the biggest challenges facing independent, franchised and fast-casual restaurants is staffing. As Americans reach for a potential post-pandemic world, the restaurant industry continues to reel from two years of economic, staffing and supply chain chaos. A recent article in The New York Times cited a 5.7-percent

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Lavu

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Restaurant customer expectations are high. Diners want easy ordering options, accurate service, and to receive their food fast. Restaurants of all sizes need to make adjustments to meet these customer demands, and one way they can do that is by using restaurant automation tools. What Is Restaurant Automation?

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Future Food

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

In this article, we delve into practical strategies that retail precincts and F&B operators can employ, considering the specific needs of different customer segments, to maximize visitation frequency and spending in a time of escalating cost of living. decline in the F&B business survival rate, 2nd highest of all sectors.

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Future Food

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

In this article, we delve into practical strategies that shopping centres and F&B operators can employ, considering the specific needs of different customer segments, to maximize visitation frequency and spending in a time of escalating cost of living. decline in the F&B business survival rate, 2nd highest of all sectors.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 30, 2021

Furthermore, a recent study by SaverLife sponsored by the FINRA Foundation found that savings balances above just $250 are correlated with increased housing security, ability to pay utility bills, and avoiding high-cost borrowing. “We are very excited about our partnership with SaverLife. .

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Black Box Intelligence

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

year over year matched last month’s, with both tied for strongest performance since March of 2022, when the industry was still lapping over weaker results due to Covid. The best performing segment based on 3-year sales growth for the fourth month in a row was quick service, followed by fine dining. With roughly 2.5 With roughly 2.5

Front of House 40

Front of House Fast Casual Back of House Fine Dining 40

Black Box Intelligence

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Restaurant Sales Growth Rebounds – Posting Best Month Since March 2022 All growth numbers are year over year unless specified. How did the restaurant industry perform in August 2022? percentage points over July 2022’s growth rate. Q2 2022 net sentiment for off-premise dining was negative across all segments.

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Qu

MARCH 31, 2023

It’s ripe for innovation, consolidation, and unification—all in service to greater efficiencies. According to our survey findings, QSRs and fast casuals saw digital sales averaging 25% of total sales in 2022. Customers are tired of restaurants getting their orders wrong. The industry has reached a turning point.

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Black Box Intelligence

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Once the very high menu price increases start abating, as is expected, it will be increasingly harder to post strong positive same-store sales growth as was the case for most of 2022. Based on their 3-year same-store sales growth, the segments that performed the best fell under the limited-service category: quick service and fast casual.

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Fast Casual Point of Sale Front of House Fine Dining 40

Aaron Allen & Associates

JULY 29, 2022

Some people view restaurant robotics as a way to reduce labor costs, while others see it as a way to improve the customer experience. No matter which side of the argument you fall on, there is no doubt that restaurant robotics is changing the game for both restaurateurs and customers alike. while labor cost was growing at 3.8%

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Aaron Allen & Associates

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

And there is still plenty of room to grow even more. In mature markets like the U.S., chains account for almost 60% of foodservice sales — for every dollar you consume in restaurants, 60 cents go to a franchised system. But in emerging markets such as Latin America , the Middle East, or Asia Pacific, chains represent less than 20% of the market.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 13, 2023

“This program is an exciting way to give back to each CPK guest and truly say ‘Thank You’, whether it’s a percentage off their next meal, a memorable vacation, or a cash prize. . “We’re excited to bring back this incredible promotion during the month of January,” said DiDiana.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 22, 2020

“Today’s customer wants a frictionless, safe experience and we’re evolving to meet that need quickly with these new formats,” said Tim Welsh, Chief Development Officer at QDOBA. The fast-casual brand continues to grow amid the pandemic and is on track to open more than 30 restaurants this year.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 11, 2022

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to throw curve balls, the restaurant business is getting knocked back down just as it was starting to recover. At the same time, consolidation is pushing quick service and fast casual dining brand marketers to think more broadly about their consumers.

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Apicbase

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Food costs increased in 2023: according to one survey, 60% of operators reported that all or most suppliers raised their prices , up from 50% in 2022. million in 2022, to $1,087 million in 2023. It is estimated that the US food service sector wasted 13 million tons of food in 2022, up from 9.15 decline from 2022.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 25, 2021

We’re excited to open our first restaurants near our headquarters in west Michigan in 2022.” ” Differentiating itself in the popular Mexican quick-service segment, Taco John’s prides itself on a unique menu that features delicious, quality-made food. Taco John’s International Inc.

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Restaurant365

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

Between self-service, order management, home delivery options, and futuristic robotic servers, there’s no shortage of great ideas for boosting front-of-house productivity. Casual dining – 28%. Fast casual – 26%. Every establishment’s goal is to deliver an outstanding customer experience. Fine dining – 28%.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

The family-owned business has thrown star-studded virtual parties and showered customers with giveaways galore. “My great-grandfather, Billy, believed that happy employees make happy customers, and that has remained our core focus for 100 years,” said Lisa Ingram. White Castle Salutes Long-Term Employees.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 11, 2021

Thus far in 2021, the company has expanded across Las Vegas at the Convention Center, LINQ Hotel, and Arizona Charlie’s Boulder Casino, as well as reopened with the unveiling of the new Virgin Hotel. “Dunkin’ continues to modernize with convenience at the forefront. Getting Hotter at Dave's.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 3, 2023

" Pandemic Pivots Become Permanent The temporary "pivots" developed during the pandemic — expanded delivery services, outdoor dining options, to-go alcohol offerings, and investments in technology — are the foundation of the industry's "new normal." million by the end of 2023.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 28, 2021

The brand’s commitment to each guest service experience is the focal point of upcoming menu innovation, value-based choices, and a portfolio of new organic food and beverage educational content. million guests. “The Juicey Awards are about honoring our passionate store owners. Best New Store Launch : Angie Lacey, Nocatee, FL.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 8, 2024

Among the highlights: On or Off Prem Same-store catering transactions increased +71 percent in Q4 2023 compared to Q4 2022. Overall, “large parties,” or a party with eight or more guests, had a +2 percent increase in same-store transactions in Q4 2023 compared to Q4 2022. Total tips averaged 18.9

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The Restaurant Times

AUGUST 30, 2022

The food service industry across the world is saturated with a large number of players without much variation in terms of offerings. The food service industry across the world is saturated with a large number of players without much variation in terms of offerings. What is a Restaurant POS System?

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

New & Notable spotlights the latest news restaurateurs need to know. TEAM Schostak Family Celebrates Anniversary and Employees. TEAM Schostak Family Restaurants (TSFR) is celebrating its 40th anniversary along with the anniversaries of employees that have been with the company for 20 years or more.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 16, 2021

The announcement comes after the COVID-19 pandemic presented many challenges for the hospitality industry, particularly for restaurant General Managers who grappled with unprecedented obstacles, such as labor shortages, customer and employee safety, and supply chain delays. Killer Burger Teams with Village Family Capital.

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The Restaurant Times

OCTOBER 15, 2021

Irfan Kuci is the Director of Business Development at Focus Hospitality Consulting (FHC), a growing consulting firm based in Dubai with expertise in Back of House (BOH) design, MEP design, interior design, F&B concept creation, project management, franchising as well as hotel/restaurant operational assessments.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 11, 2020

Smart Foodservice operates 70 small-format cash and carry stores across California, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Nevada, Utah and Montana that serve small and mid-sized restaurants and other food business customers with a broad assortment of products. US Foods to Acquire Smart Foodservice. reducing to approximately 3.0x

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 14, 2020

"With colder weather setting in and new restrictions going into effect across the country, our ongoing commitment to helping restaurant operators adapt during the pandemic has never been more important," said Jim Osborne, senior vice president of customer strategy and innovation at US Foods. "Our Make it This Winter.

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Single Platform

SEPTEMBER 11, 2018

Time-travel back to 2008 for a moment. A CNN Money report from mid 2008 noted that casual dining chains were taking a major hit as people turned to cheaper food alternatives. Like anything else, the economy has since bounced back. The concept of evolution doesn’t only apply to Darwinian theory. trillion.

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Single Platform

SEPTEMBER 11, 2018

Time-travel back to 2008 for a moment. A CNN Money report from mid 2008 noted that casual dining chains were taking a major hit as people turned to cheaper food alternatives. Like anything else, the economy has since bounced back. The concept of evolution doesn’t only apply to Darwinian theory. trillion.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 7, 2021

It also continues its rapid growth internationally by adding franchise development deals for France, Morocco, Egypt, Kuwait, and Bahrain to its international market now totaling 64 stores. In total, 165 stores are set to open. Randy’s Donuts is also in negotiations for dozens of stores throughout California and other states.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 31, 2020

voted Republican in 2016 – North Dakota, South Dakota, Wyoming, and Alaska – with services sectors and several food-related economic growth trended blue — Washington D.C., Yelponomics. Yelp released its first-ever annual Yelp Economic Average? YEA) report, a benchmark of local economic strength in the U.S. calculated?

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