Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 8, 2024

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry experts for their views on what trends and challenges owners and operators can expect to see in 2024. An issue that may arise from this in 2024 is data privacy. In 2024, we’ll continue to see growth in the payroll segment. Read the first part, here.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 17, 2024

– Frenchie Audette, VP of Food Service at Divert In 2024, the restaurant industry continued to adjust to changes sparked by 2020. Still, keeping a steady team remains the top challenge, highlighting the need for ongoing innovation in restaurant workforce management.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Revenue growth in 2024 was largely driven by menu price adjustments. Although concerns about customer sensitivity influenced pricing decisions, only 9 percent of restaurants did not change prices in 2024, down 19 percent from 2023, indicating a stronger shift towards strategic price increases. Labor costs continue to rise.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 9, 2025

As of 2024, Paris alone boasts approximately 18,000 bistros, making up 10 percent of France’s restaurant scene. This article explores their charm, global influence, and the key elements that fuel their success. This influence stems from a philosophy that prioritizes quality over extravagance.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 27, 2025

percent in 2024 — falling short of the 4.1 Meanwhile, Chili’s, which saw average unit volumes increase 16 percent in 2024 , experiences a 3 percent satisfaction drop to 78. percent in 2024, providing openings for popular brands like Raising Cane’s and Wingstop. At the same time, U.S. chain sales grew just 3.1

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 18, 2024

The debate over manufactured plant proteins and whole plants has begun, and it has spurred innovation in menus across all segments of the foodservice industry. The influence of chefs continues to expand whether it is championing a cause or investigating the provenance of a unique ingredient.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 18, 2024

L&L Hawaiian Barbecue brings a distinct fusion of Asian, Pacific Islander, and American influences to consumers in the continental U.S. As of 2024, over half of U.S. These innovations will allow restaurant operators to do more with less and help create smart, seamless experiences that meet rising guest expectations.

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Restaurant Business

MARCH 10, 2025

We see a surge in the functional beverage space thats blurring the boundaries for all beverage formats creating opportunities for innovation. This trend is known as Precision Wellness, identified by Innova as one of the top influencing trends in 2025.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 14, 2025

The report found that loyalty is eroding as brands worked hard to offer new limited time offers, value meals, upgraded loyalty programs, and digital innovations. 61 percent of kiosk users say they want to see more kiosks in restaurants – up from 57 percent in 2024 and 36 percent in 2023. The survey of 1,500 U.S.-based

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

percent in 2024. Increase in average prepaid value: The average prepaid reservation has increased 36 percent to $102 so far this year, up from $75 in 2024.²This Recent diner data from OpenTable shows that in the US,Valentine's Day reservations are trending higher than 2024, up double digits YoY.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 12, 2023

It seems almost everyone, from social media influencers to evening news anchors, is extolling the capabilities of this emerging tech. In this article, I will share my perspective on the current state of automation and why I believe it is poised for significant growth in 2024.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

This is where innovative technology steps in, offering a silver lining. The Gen Z Influence This tasteful group of about 70 million Americans craves authenticity in every bite, from organic street foods to diverse global cuisines. Automation in the food world has been discussed for decades.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 31, 2025

1 Squad Goals : OpenTable data revealed a 34 percent increase in parties of more than six on Galentine’s Day (February 13) in 2024, compared to the previous year.2 titled Chili’s and Texas Roadhouse: Full-Service Success in 2024. percent year-over-year during 2024. percent during 2024 and were up 4.2

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EATER

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

She traces Nahid Joon’s family history while also providing details of her many travels, from Nice to London to Dubai, that influenced the way she cooked. There is not much new or innovative in this book, but there is a whole lot of delicious nostalgia. The genre is at the heart of Wafu Cooking , Sonoko Sakai’s fourth cookbook.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 10, 2024

In this role, he manages the Culinary, Innovation, and Commercialization teams, and oversees R&D project implementation. According to Datassential, 83 percent of them are excited about new food and beverage trends in 2024, and one in four plan to eat out more in 2024 – more than any other generation.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 30, 2025

billion transactions and $67 billion in sales in 2024. In 2024, restaurants across the country saw an average five percent increase in transactions and an average eight percent increase in profits with only four percent caused by price hikes. Companies saw a sales boost in 2024 as loyalty transactions increased by over 30 percent.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 18, 2024

The journey of a cocktail from the bartender's shaker to the customer's hand reflects the trends, tastes, and innovations of the time. As we look forward to 2024, we see emerging patterns that are set to redefine cocktail culture, sparking creativity, and tantalizing our taste buds in unexpected ways.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 31, 2024

Casual Dining Preferences Market Force Information unveiled a survey on casual dining preferences across the United States highlighting shifting trends influenced by economic factors and evolving consumer tastes. Online Ordering Trends DoorDash released its fourth annual 2024 Restaurant Online Ordering Trends Report.

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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. This insight seems unsurprising, considering that data from April 2024 revealed 43 percent of small business owners in the US were unable to pay their full rent on time.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 23, 2025

TikTok influencer Maria Vehera posted a video enjoying one of the Middle Eastern confections over a year ago that eventually garnered 125 million views. She provides in-depth coverage of chefs, trends and menu innovation. She plays up the ASMR appeal of the different textures—crunchy, creamy and silky—as she bites into the bar. “We

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 24, 2024

Today, customers find restaurant brands through influencers, social media, review sites, and multiple channels. Menu Innovation : Keep your menu fresh and engaging by periodically introducing new items. Additionally, the food industry will cross $1 trillion in sales by the end of 2024.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

We look forward to continuing to innovate and find ways to make ordering plant-based at Taco Bell even more accessible at a great value,” said Taco Bell Corp Chief Food Innovation Officer Liz Matthews. We have long been a haven for vegans and vegetarians, who replace meat for beans on almost any of our menu items.

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Black Box Intelligence

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Average Star Ratings ( ASRs ) provide an invaluable snapshot of how customers perceive a brand, influencing everything from repeat visits to revenue growth. In highlighting the performance of top restaurant brands for Q3 of 2024, we want to (deservedly)sing their praise.

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Perfect Daily Grind

JUNE 9, 2025

Consumer knowledge has continued to increase in the years since, further bolstering innovation in the at-home coffee market. How prosumers are driving technological innovation The burgeoning prosumer market has been a major driving force behind innovation in both professional and home coffee machines. In 2024, De’Longhi S.p.A

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 8, 2024

According to the Qu 2024 State of Digital Report , QSR and FC restaurant guests can expect to see more kiosks in stores this year, as well as new mobile apps, and voice AI on the phone and in the drive-thru, which all topped the list of new ordering channels planned for 2024. emerges, top tech investment for 2024.

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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. Consumers play a crucial role in 2024, with expectations of lower interest rates and controlled inflation. Job opportunities expanded, with over 2.6

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Perfect Daily Grind

JULY 9, 2025

Every year, a growing number of competitors showcase the latest innovations in espresso preparation. But it’s also having an impact on the wider industry, influencing high-end coffee shops and home brewing setups. Coffee influencers, including well-known competitive baristas, also continue to drive the trend.

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7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Now, in 2024, gusto! It influences how we work together, treat our customers, and pay attention to detail. is bright, with plans for expansion and innovation. The two soon formed a partnership built on mutual respect and a commitment to excellence. Together, they set out to expand gusto! Everyone is so respectful and welcoming.

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The Restaurant Group

DECEMBER 4, 2023

What’s the outlook for 2024 in the restaurant scene? By trends, we mean those that have a reasonable basis to linger for the next couple of months or for the rest of 2024, not simply those hyped by social media finding their way to our feeds for a week or two.

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Perfect Daily Grind

JUNE 2, 2023

The new innovative panel discussion format will debut at PRF Colombia, which takes place on 14 & 15 September 2023 in Medellín. Both will join the committee until the current two-year term comes to an end in 2024. National Coffee Association promotes Matthew Cariani to Director of Education, Research, and Innovation.

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Future Food

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Suddenly we find that 2024 is almost behind us now but Future Food would like to share with you the trends and insight that we see across the food and hospitality sector. Innovative trends are emerging, reshaping the industry landscape and offering fresh opportunities for growth.

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Perfect Daily Grind

MAY 23, 2025

The USDA pegs Indonesia’s 2024/25 production at 10 million 60kg bags, anticipating a slow but steady recovery after delayed harvests in South Sumatra. Its estimates for Vietnam’s 2024/25 harvest, meanwhile, are over three times this volume. billion 2024 revenue.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 3, 2023

Margarita Continues Dominance CGA by NielsenIQ’s latest cocktail tracker reveals movement in the top-ranking cocktails in the US On Premise and the influence of seasonality and changing preferences to help suppliers build and maintain a winning cocktail strategy in 2023. This trend was particularly apparent for fine-dining restaurants.

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The Rail

AUGUST 8, 2024

Restaurants have to always innovate to attract new patrons and retain existing ones. A typical restaurant’s revenue is influenced by several factors, including location, menu pricing, and customer turnover. million restaurant jobs by the end of 2024. These tools are increasingly important as restaurants hire.

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Mad Mobile

JANUARY 23, 2024

Innovative retailers can stay ahead of the competition by making informed predictions and taking action based on those predictions. As you navigate the ever-changing retail trends, the integration of AI becomes vital to staying at the forefront of innovation and meeting the expectations of consumers. Next year, U.S.

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Squirrel Systems

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

As we settle into 2024, the restaurant industry stands on the cusp of transformative changes, shaped by evolving consumer preferences, sustainability concerns, and a relentless pace of technological innovation. This agility is crucial for staying relevant in a market where culinary innovation is critical.

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Open for Business

MAY 30, 2024

Industry leaders, innovators, and passionate restaurateurs gathered to explore the latest trends and tech shaping the future of dining. Over half (55%) of restaurant operators are investing in tech to boost productivity and efficiency, according to the 2024 State of the Restaurant Industry report.

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