Restaurant Business

JUNE 27, 2025

By Lisa Jennings on Jun. 27, 2025 Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Jeff's Bagel Run has 15 units open, expecting to reach 30 by the end of the year. Photo courtesy of Jeff's Bagel Run. Jeff Perera jokes that his bagel chain is the result of a love story. “I I made a bagel for my wife, because she asked me to,” he said. She’s on time.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 11, 2025

Systemwide sales fell 5.3% All photos courtesy of Ascent Hospitality Management A pair of legacy family-dining brands are out to prove that age is only a number. The of-the-moment menu updates are part of sweeping rebrands at the two chains under owner Ascent Hospitality Management. But they have receded over the years.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 24, 2025

It's complicated Olive Garden parent Darden Restaurants could sell Bahama Breeze Olive Garden sales surge on delivery and free take-home meals Premium OPINION Financing Does Chipotle have a structural problem? And then the company reported its first negative same-store sales quarter in five years. By Jonathan Maze on Jun.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

This finding from Expert Market’s 2024 F&B Industry Report sheds light on a clear culinary gap within the industry's workforce. To avoid hiring shortcomings, Expert Market recommends business owners focus on implementing effective recruitment strategies.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 3, 2023

In a State of the Restaurant industry report, the Natiional Restaurant Association sees a return to normal with predicted sales growth in 2023. Other top research lists how impactful the Super Bowl was for restaurants, the state of gift cards and top pizza cities. million by the end of 2023.

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EATER

AUGUST 20, 2024

In 2023 alone, Walmart sold more than $264 billion in groceries, more than double the sales of its two closest competitors combined. By 2023, after Fly By Jing had grown, solidifying its supply chain and hiring more employees, Gao had decided she was ready for Walmart. Walmart was going to allow us to reach those customers.”

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7 Shifts

JUNE 16, 2024

Set measurable goals: Establish specific and clear objectives, such as increasing sales, growing your social media presence, or garnering positive online reviews. Aside from stamps or stickers, a points system could also work well. In 2020, the number of establishments in the food and beverage industry was estimated to be 23.1

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

broadline foodservice sales of plant-based meat have grown 37 percent in the past year. Despite skyrocketing demand for plant-based food across the U.S., 42 of the country’s favorite fast food and restaurant chains still don’t offer a plant-based entrée, according to a report released today by The Good Food Institute (GFI).

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7 Shifts

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Build a mobile-friendly restaurant website In 2024, roughly around 63% of all web traffic came from mobile devices. Nowadays, running a successful restaurant takes more than great food and good service. With 90% of diners checking a restaurant online before visiting, you also need a strong online presence to attract and boost reservations.

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Chowly

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Entering 2024 brings uncertainty but holds hope for growth. Consumers play a crucial role in 2024, with expectations of lower interest rates and controlled inflation. While restaurant sales are predicted to rise in 2024, high operational costs will limit profit margins. Job opportunities expanded, with over 2.6

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Lavu

MARCH 7, 2025

effective March 31, 2024) introduced stricter encryption and anti-phishing measures. took effect on March 31, 2024, new measures like stronger encryption standards and anti-phishing protections were introduced. took effect on March 31, 2024, new measures like stronger encryption standards and anti-phishing protections were introduced.

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The Rail

MARCH 27, 2024

By Emma Carter, Contributor The 2024 National Restaurant Association report shows that sales are up and restaurants are hiring. From employee turnover rate to who makes the most sales, using data science for restaurants helps with employee management. You can use this data to optimize your sales.

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7 Shifts

MAY 23, 2024

In fact, 45% of restaurant operators expect their competition to be much more intense in 2024 than last year. This proves that any restaurant business owner who wants to survive in this economy should be open to trying unconventional sales strategies to attract customers and continue making a profit.

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Perfect Daily Grind

JUNE 2, 2023

points at 2023 Cup of Excellence El Salvador competition. The Israeli company reported 11% sales growth in Brazil alone, with the Três Corações subsidiary now accounting for more than a third of the country’s total roast and ground coffee sales. PRF Colombia attendees can apply here in English and here in Spanish.

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Lavu

APRIL 25, 2025

The right POS setup can make it easier to take orders, manage staff, track sales, and keep customers happy. per sale This table gives a clear view of upfront and recurring costs, helping you plan your budget effectively. With this model, you dont have to pay credit card processing fees out of pocket. Scalability for future growth.

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Black Box Intelligence

OCTOBER 29, 2024

In the State of the Restaurant Industry Q4 2024 , the latest data from Black Box Intelligence reveals critical insights. This snapshot offers a deep dive into current sales and traffic patterns, workforce dynamics, and shifts in consumer sentiment. Casual Dining Both traffic and sales underperforming compared to QSR and fast casual.

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SpotOn

APRIL 30, 2024

While Michigan recently increased its minimum rate in 2024 to $10.33 From Ann Arbor to Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing, we've written a guide on Michigan's minimum wage that business owners, restaurant managers, and newly hired employees can use to check hourly pay increases each year. 2024 $10.33 $15.495 2025 $10.56 $15.84

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Apicbase

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

To give you the full picture of the positives and negatives of what lies ahead for 2024, we combed through dozens of recent industry reports and compiled a list of 93 restaurant industry statistics. Restaurant Industry Stats 2024 – Our Top 10 10 restaurant industry stats for 2024 to keep in mind. Let’s dig in.

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Harbor Touch

MARCH 18, 2025

Sales Tax: Stay on Top of Local Rules Every city and state has its own sales tax quirks. Pro Tip: SkyTab can track sales tax by location with its reporting tools. Pro Tip: SkyTab provides sales and wage reports. Work Opportunity Tax Credit: Hire Smart Hiring veterans, ex-felons, or folks from empowerment zones?

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Harbor Touch

MARCH 18, 2025

Sales Tax: Stay on Top of Local Rules Every city and state has its own sales tax quirks. Pro Tip: SkyTab can track sales tax by location with its reporting tools. Pro Tip: SkyTab provides sales and wage reports. Work Opportunity Tax Credit: Hire Smart Hiring veterans, ex-felons, or folks from empowerment zones?

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Apicbase

JANUARY 28, 2025

Before we dive into the challenges of the Autumn Budget 2024, lets step back and look at the bigger picture. When the Autumn Budget landed, food and drink leaders warned ministers that the tax increase would cost the British Hospitality industry 3 billion and force businesses to reduce investments, cut jobs, and raise customer prices.

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Touch Bistro

AUGUST 11, 2021

hour for employers grossing <$110,000 in annual sales and not covered by FLSA). hour on January 1, 2024. hour (for businesses grossing >$319,000 per in annual sales). hour if a company has >10 employees or grosses >$100,000 in sales). Georgia: $7.25/hour hour for employees not covered under FLSA).

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SpotOn

MARCH 19, 2024

SpotOn was named by Fast Company as one of the most innovative companies in 2024, joining past winners like OpenAI, AirBnB, and Microsoft. Listed as number 9 in the dining category by Fast Company , SpotOn was recognized for its continuous innovation with products like Seat & Send and Marketing Assist. It's for their staff.

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Black Box Intelligence

AUGUST 5, 2021

A competitive hiring landscape. Some experts pointed to enhanced unemployment benefits as a deterrent for employees returning to work, although recent evidence shows that cutting those benefits doesn’t significantly reduce the labor shortage. . BLS reported that job openings reached a record high of 9.3 Safety concerns.

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Black Box Intelligence

AUGUST 5, 2021

A competitive hiring landscape. Some experts pointed to enhanced unemployment benefits as a deterrent for employees returning to work, although recent evidence shows that cutting those benefits doesn’t significantly reduce the labor shortage. . BLS reported that job openings reached a record high of 9.3 Safety concerns.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 11, 2025

Restaurants had difficulty hiring and retaining staff, which led to more interest in automating processes. " As we mark the fifth anniversary, MRM magazine surveyed restaurant insiders about the pandemic’s lasting impact on their businesses and the industry. ." Workforce : COVID fundamentally changed the labor market.

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Aaron Allen & Associates

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Restaurant debt represents an average 90% of assets. With these numbers, raising interest rates can be fatal for some — and fortune-building for others. This period will usher in a fresh wave of consolidation through mergers and acquisitions. What Does It Mean for Restaurant Debt? The buyer of the debt becomes the new creditor.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Voice of the Restaurant Industry Toast's 2024 Voice of the Restaurant Industry some insights and data suggesting a cautiously optimistic outlook: profits are rising, with 63 percent reporting increased margins compared to last year.

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SpotOn

JUNE 5, 2024

Repairing equipment, credit card fees, hiring and training staff are all necessary expenses, but they're costly. The law, SB 478 , is set to go into effect July 1, 2024, and prohibits fees imposed on a bill in addition to the listed prices. The requirements and legislation around fees vary state by state.

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Apicbase

JANUARY 13, 2023

The F&B industry grew in 2022… and it will keep growing in 2023. However, we’re seeing some major shifts around menu creation, procurement, and dining habits of guests. This 85+ item list of food service statistics results from meticulous combing through dozens of industry reports. This trend is expected to continue in 2023.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 8, 2024

Operators must weigh guest acceptance while making strategic decisions about integrating automation at many restaurant touch points, according to Software Advice’s 2024 Automated Customer Experience Survey. Fewer still think it's okay for businesses to fully automate store security.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2023

In 2023, we saw sellers increasing throughput utilizing the “experience creates consumption” strategy and we predict an increase in draft program profitability in 2024 as more on-premise professionals embrace the needs of the highly coveted craft beverage loyalists. Here are some of their insights.

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7 Shifts

JULY 12, 2023

Because at this point my idea was like, oh, okay, Poppy's a brunch restaurant. I have to do one or the other and it doesn't make sense to hire someone at Poppy + Rose when I can do this. She now co-owns Poppy + Rose, Poppy & Seed , and Root of all Food , an LA-based catering company. It served a purpose. I seen the books.

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Buzztime Business

DECEMBER 26, 2023

When the ball drops at midnight, you’ll be ready to welcome in 2024…your most successful year yet. These strategies can help increase sales while driving up guest satisfaction – it’s a win-win. Empower your waitstaff with sales secrets for bigger checks (and tips). Start by reviewing these 26 upselling phrases.

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SpotOn

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Restaurant profit margin calculator How to lower restaurant costs How to increase restaurant sales Gross and net profit margins for restaurants In restaurants, profit margin is the percentage of revenue left over after expenses and costs are taken out. We all know it. Restaurant profit margins are pretty low.

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EATER

AUGUST 11, 2023

million and have been promised funds from the state to complete the sale in 2024. Cassandra Holmes. A member of the Lac Courte Oreilles Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians, Holmes was born and raised in Little Earth of United Tribes , a 9.4-acre, In May, East Phillips residents struck a historic deal with the city to purchase a 7.6-acre

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 1, 2025

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features dining trends, hiring trends, tech trends, brunch trends, alcohol trends, and egg prices. Key data points: The demand for takeout and delivery has slightly outpaced the demand for dining in. Among delivery apps, DoorDash is the clear favorite.

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