Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 22, 2022

The pair, longtime visitors to Maine and Beal’s customers, not only retained the essence of the restaurant while expanding the menu and service, but they also took the brand nationally. What are the key challenges and advantages of being a seasonal business? Desert Island with a planned opening in 2023.).

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 13, 2023

Since the pandemic, restaurants have endured a plethora of issues ranging from fluctuating dining restrictions to supply chain issues to rising food prices. True AI is able to learn the entire online ordering menu, so phone-in customers can customize orders just as they would if they were in store or talking to an employee.

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The Rail

JUNE 23, 2025

By Briana Hilton, Contributor Yelp listings indicated that about 53,800 restaurants began operations in 2023 — a figure that represents a 10% increase from 2022. For instance, while a truck that sells fresh fruit can work well at a farmers’ market, a menu that features burritos may be a better fit at a college campus.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 31, 2025

The research found that businesses worldwide – particularly restaurants – intend to experiment more in 2025, especially with customer retention programs like loyalty, as they face the triple challenge of sustained high inflation, shrinking consumer wallets and the need to raise prices across the board.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 13, 2023

In this column, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine looks at newly introduced menu items from top brands. Starting January 17th, the brand is also launching a new signature cocktail called Endless Sunshine that will feature happy hour pricing of $7 all day, every day. Price may vary per market).

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 8, 2024

This capability can prove invaluable for refining pricing strategies, optimising ingredient and waste management, and planning forthcoming shifts, among other benefits. During peak seasons, considering outsourcing certain services becomes a practical solution to ensure seamless operations.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

In this edition of MRM Research Roundup, we feature pizza predictions, Valentine's Day menu trends and lots about loyalty. Valentine's Menu Trends Restaurant guests heavily favor tasting menus this Valentine’s season, according to Lightspeed. percent dip in overall gratuities.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 28, 2023

A Decade of DoorDash DoorDash celebrated its 10th anniversary by unveiling Dash From the Past 2023 and Dash From the Past: A Decade Delivered, which checks in on popular trends as we celebrate the best of what users have dashed over the past year, and over the past decade. Like the most ordered food on DoorDash of all time: French fries.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Ninety-five percent of those surveyed reported using some form of AI in their restaurant, with the most common being AI-assisted inventory management (35 percent), AI menu optimization (35 percent) and AI reservations/bookings (32 percent). There were 11 percent more transactions on Thanksgiving Eve than on the average Wednesday in 2023.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 9, 2023

And with a sustained uptick of restaurant spending – January 2023 was up 24 percent on the same month last year, according to the US Census Bureau – the conditions are ripe for flourishing. ” In a restaurant setting, personalization often lies in making informed menu recommendations – something automation excels at.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Recent findings reveal that researching a new POS for implementation after 2023 is a priority for 43 percent of restaurants , with 29 percent hoping to upgrade their POS for better omnichannel integrations. Regular analysis of customer preferences can also guide seasonal menu adjustments and staff training for data-driven upselling.

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EATER

MAY 16, 2025

Led by business and life partners Silver and Cherry Iocovozzi, the Filipinx restaurant has garnered many accolades: It was a 2023 James Beard finalist for Best New Restaurant, one of Bon Appetit s 2023 Best New Restaurants, and in 2024, was named a USA Today Restaurant of the Year. billion to the local economy.

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Lavu

MARCH 17, 2025

With rising ingredient prices and tight profit margins, understanding the food cost formula can make the difference between financial success and failure. By accurately calculating food costs, restaurant owners can set the right menu prices, reduce waste, and maximize their profits. Lets dive in! What is the Food Cost Formula?

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 22, 2023

While it’s promising, it’s not the magic bullet to increase your revenue in 2023. Menu optimization : AI's impact on menu optimization extends beyond merely analyzing sales data and customer feedback. Conversely, proven solutions exist that can increase your guest personalization and drive new revenue, today.

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Lavu

MARCH 13, 2025

POS systems do more than handle payments they utilize POS data to help restaurants analyze and manage seasonal sales trends. By leveraging POS data, restaurants can adjust inventory, staffing, and marketing strategies to maximize profits during busy periods and minimize waste during slow seasons.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 8, 2024

Q4 Restaurant Trends Toast released its Q4 2023 Restaurant Trends report that examined catering activity around the holidays, large events, cold-weather food and alcohol preferences, and weekly tipping trends. Among the highlights: On or Off Prem Same-store catering transactions increased +71 percent in Q4 2023 compared to Q4 2022.

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EATER

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Platt, who is in charge of sustainability initiatives at Andina, did the only thing he could: He and his staff took salmon off Andina’s menu. With all the challenges restaurants have faced in the past five years — COVID, inflation, price gouging — the impact of climate change on their supply chains has often been overlooked.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

A 2023 study by Toast found that 30 percent of staff in the restaurant industry are at risk of leaving in the next two years, highlighting an equally concerning high turnover rate within this sector. From 2023, consumer spending has been steadily increasing and is set to continue into 2025. Economic Uncertainty (52 percent) 3.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 31, 2024

Eating and Drinking Place Summer Employment Forecast According to the National Restaurant Association’s annual Eating and Drinking Place Summer Employment Forecast, restaurant operators will add 525,000 jobs for the summer season. percent of diners noting that recent price increases have altered their spending habits, and 58.5

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EATER

MARCH 19, 2024

A dinner at Petite Cerise in Washington, DC, which opened in March 2023. To me the word ‘brasserie’ means a nice French eatery that features many classic menu items like steak frites, steak tartare, coq au vin, and more,” and the ambiance should be refined but still casual enough to visit on a weeknight.

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EATER

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Sporting the home team colors, Alex Martin, a human resources professional and a KC Current season ticket holder, and her parents, who were visiting from Texas, found their way to Joe’s Kansas City Bar-B-Q stand. And for the price, they come with a very generous portion of meat.” “I The acai bowl is really good.

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EATER

DECEMBER 16, 2022

With grocery prices up nearly 13 percent compared to last year, many low-income Americans receiving food assistance are going hungry This story was originally published on Civil Eats. Every week, the prices increase and increase and increase.”. Every week, the prices increase and increase and increase.”. It’s like a bad dream.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 28, 2024

The main takeaway: It’s led to higher prices and lower foot traffic at many of the state’s dining establishments. “As a result of the minimum wage increase, most chains have raised prices in the region anywhere from the mid-single digits to the midteens,” writes Hottovy. percent lower than the national average.

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Perfect Daily Grind

JANUARY 27, 2023

Alliance for Coffee Excellence announces 2023 auction dates. The 2023 auction line up includes 13 Cup of Excellence auctions, four Private Collection auctions, and one Pilot Project. Growing Coffee in the Face of Climate Change to air on YouTube on 8 February 2023. The agency also expects the 2023/24 harvest season to hit 54.9

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 9, 2024

What are simple ways restaurants can optimize their menu to capitalize on catering opportunities? There are many ways restaurants can optimize their menu to capitalize on catering opportunities. What are some catering trends you are seeing/expect to see as we come into the holiday season? It even motivates people to work onsite.

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Open for Business

JANUARY 26, 2023

Before launching any new menu promotion idea, it’s a good idea to go back to basics and get clear a few basic points first. Many restaurant owners offer a percentage off a meal or specific menu item. For a fine dining Italian restaurant, it could be that fresh truffle supplements are available at a premium price for a limited time.

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7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

The ripple effects of the pandemic continue: the National Restaurant Association finds that off-premises dining continues to happen much more frequently than before, with 66% of consumers more likely to order takeout in 2023 than they were before the pandemic. Menu items might not be available. Apple | Android 16.

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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. Highest Average Ticket Price : Michelle Constantino, Naperville, IL. Best New Store Launch : Angie Lacey, Nocatee, FL.

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7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

The ripple effects of the pandemic continue: the National Restaurant Association finds that off-premises dining continues to happen much more frequently than before, with 66% of consumers more likely to order takeout in 2023 than they were before the pandemic. Menu items might not be available. Apple | Android 16.

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Lavu

JUNE 30, 2025

Provides Actionable Insights: Real-time data and custom reports help optimize menu pricing, staffing, and inventory. Overstocking ties up cash and leads to spoilage, while understocking results in unavailable menu items during service. Without effective systems, restaurants struggle with both overstocking and understocking.

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Perfect Daily Grind

AUGUST 26, 2022

Arabica prices rise following dry weather in Brazil. Monday’s arabica prices closed at US 221.20 Steeped Coffee partners with actress Ayesha Curry for seasonal Sweet July Subscription Box. Peet’s Coffee launches autumnal menu items. Industry experts claim this could cause coffee prices to increase further.

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Future Food

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Full year reporting on insolvency in July (comparing financial year 2023-24 to 2022-23) indicated a 42% surge in insolvencies on the previous year – up to 1576. Less choice might be the obvious downside for customers but then focus can move to the quality of food being made and potentially deflect menu price increases.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 16, 2019

According to new research from the National Restaurant Association, 72 percent of people want a restaurant gift card this holiday season. Given that the 2019 holiday season is shorter than last year, brands will need strong gift card promotions throughout December to optimize their overall sales. Go with a Restaurant Gift Card.

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EATER

JUNE 13, 2023

Lille Allen/Eater A new generation of blankets fuses fashion with function As warm weather lovers ease into another season of outdoor dining, picnics are everywhere on social media ; we’re not even through June yet, and #summerpicnic has already surpassed more than 17.3 million views on TikTok. Here are a few of our favorites.

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EATER

APRIL 30, 2024

But Num says the exercise isn’t about gathering enough eggs to fill out a menu. Utilizing seasonal, traditional ingredients — mountain crabs, boba pearl-like mushrooms, sour forest mangoes, mole crickets — his sophisticated-yet-unpretentious dishes are upending stubborn perceptions. “The Chef Num at work. Torching ant eggs.

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EATER

MAY 9, 2023

In general, the hotter the restaurant, the higher the price. “If Because a restaurant with a PDR isn’t otherwise seating that space for regular service, the pricing is often done on a per-head basis, Donovan says from past experience. Buyouts, whether partial or full, are generally charged in terms of a food and drink minimum.

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Perfect Daily Grind

OCTOBER 14, 2022

The coffee chain will launch ready-to-drink (RTD) products in the country later this year, with plans for nationwide distribution in 2023. The new To-Go location includes prices as low as 9 RMB (US $1.26) for one cup of specialty-grade coffee. Tickets are available at reduced prices until 15 December 2022. Tue, 11 Oct.

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