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2025 Restaurant Outlook: A Recipe for Success with Risk Management

Modern Restaurant Management

In 2025, the restaurant and broader hospitality industry finds itself at a critical juncture. Consumer spending in 2025 is expected to tighten as households grapple with rising credit card debt, which hit a staggering $1.14 Resiliency through Integrated Risk Management Uncertainty is the only certainty for 2025.

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Here Are the 2025 James Beard Awards Restaurant and Chef Award Finalists

EATER

The announcement also includes winners of the foundations Leadership, Humanitarian of the Year, and Lifetime Achievement awards. Chad Houser was awarded the Humanitarian of the Year Award, and author and journalist Toni Tipton-Martin was granted the Lifetime Achievement Award. Check out the full list of finalists below.

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5 Things to Consider Before Opening a Restaurant in 2025

The Rail

Opening a new dining space in 2025 calls for more than just a good recipe list or architectural sense. A significant part is also played by tech integration ; loyalty programs, app-based ordering, and QR code menus are not innovations but necessities. A strong brand will emotionally link your restaurant to its patrons in 2025.

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Week in Review: Din Tai Fung’s jaw-dropping AUVs, Krispy Kreme exits Insomnia, Starbucks operations

Restaurant Business

13, 2025 Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Upscale soup dumpling chain Din Tai Fung has the industry’s highest average unit volumes. Photo: Shutterstock Welcome to Restaurant Business’ Week in Review for the week of June 9, 2025. By Heather Lalley on Jun. Upscale soup dumpling chain Din Tai Fung has the industry’s highest average unit volumes.

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DoorDash completes acquisition of reservations platform SevenRooms

Restaurant Business

13, 2025 Facebook Twitter LinkedIn It was one of three DoorDash acquisitions announced this year. By Timothy Inklebarger and Joe Guszkowski on Jun.

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Three Ways to Transform Seasonal Hires into Permanent Staff

Modern Restaurant Management

Following a year of turbulent hiring trends , inflated expenses, and uncertain demand, 2025 could be the “year of retention” for restaurants. Heading into 2025, restaurants can take advantage of a particular class of workers to bolster their retention efforts: seasonal hires.

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DoorDash acquires tech firm Symbiosys to supercharge its advertising business

Restaurant Business

11, 2025 Facebook Twitter LinkedIn DoorDash also unveiled AI-powered ad targeting. This is where, especially for restaurants, we’re leading the charge and innovating,” he said. “To By Joe Guszkowski on Jun. Photo: Shutterstock DoorDash is doubling down on its advertising business.