Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 8, 2025

While overall interest in AI-driven restaurant features remains low, loyalty is increasingly influenced by personalized promotions, according to the Summer 2025 Consumer Trends Report from Provoke Insights in collaboration with Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 2, 2025

AI: Optimizing Operations and Enhancing Customer Experience Artificial intelligence is increasingly finding its way into pizzeria operations, and 2025 will be a year of experimentation and testing for many brands. Labor Challenges: Finding and Keeping Good People The labor market remains a major concern for pizzeria owners going into 2025.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 29, 2025

In January 2025, the Agriculture Department predicts that egg prices could rise by an additional 20 percent by the end of the year, potentially reaching $5 per dozen. The Wall Street Journal reported in early 2025 that inflation in food production reached its highest level in over a year, affecting all aspects of poultry farming.

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EATER

APRIL 2, 2025

Ethical sourcing will also be considered. Eater is partnering with the James Beard Foundation to livestream the awards in 2025. The final winners in the restaurant and chef Awards categories will be celebrated on Monday, June 16 , during a gala ceremony at the Lyric Opera of Chicago. Check out the full list of finalists below.

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ChowNow

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

4 Reasons Why You Cant Ignore Restaurant Marketing in 2025 Restaurant marketing in 2025 isnt just a nice-to-haveits a necessity. Heres why ignoring restaurant marketing in 2025 is a mistake you cant afford to make: 1. Are you all about sustainable sourcing? Its not just about what you serveits about why you serve it.

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EATER

APRIL 30, 2025

. | Adam Friedlander/Eater NY Eric Huang of NYCs Pecking House talks grassroots growth A version of this post originally appeared on April 30, 2025, in Eater and Punchs newsletter Pre Shift , a biweekly newsletter for the industry pro that sources first-person accounts from the bar and restaurant world.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 28, 2025

According to SOCi's 2025 Consumer Behavior Index, a significant shift is underway in how consumers discover restaurants. The 2025 CBI shows that Gen Z bounces between an average 3.6 Today’s guests are finding restaurants through a wider range of sources, including social media, review platforms, and AI tools.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 29, 2025

Best and New Uses of QR Codes In just the first three months of 2025, QR code scans reached 41.77 These could range from allergy information to product sourcing details to how-to videos for cracking open crab legs or preparing a par-cooked meal. Could you be getting more out of your QR codes? Product information and tutorials.

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EATER

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

As of this writing, it has 30 open locations and another 18 set to open early 2025, with most of those in New York City and steady expansion into Connecticut, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Rhode Island. That surge is especially shocking considering that Wonder only started opening physical locations in 2023. Where will Wonder go from here?

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7 Shifts

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Highlight these partnerships in your marketing materials to show your support for the community and attract customers who value locally sourced ingredients. Not only does this support local businesses, but it also gives your restaurant a unique selling point. Run targeted ads Location-based marketing boosts ad engagement by as much as 30%.

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EATER

MAY 14, 2025

Wonho Frank Lee Ryan Bailey of Kato in LA says more square footage has actually helped operations A version of this post originally appeared on May 14, 2025, in Eater and Punchs newsletter Pre Shift , a biweekly newsletter for the industry pro that sources first-person accounts from the bar and restaurant world.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

This initiative was a multi-year effort that demanded extensive sourcing, innovation, and close collaboration with our culinary team and suppliers. Our burger buns are now completely seed-oil free, and we’ve reformulated or sourced alternatives for items like harissa paste to ensure we uphold the highest ingredient standards.

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Squirrel Systems

MARCH 5, 2025

As we look ahead to 2025, the restaurant industry is poised for significant transformations driven by consumer preferences, technological advancements, and a heightened focus on sustainability. In 2025, expect to see creative plant-based options that go beyond traditional meat substitutes. appeared first on Squirrel Systems.

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Squirrel Systems

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

In 2025, one of the most powerful tools at your disposal will be your Point of Sale (POS) system. POS Systems: The All-in-One Solution for Restaurant Operations In 2025, POS technology is more advanced than ever before, offering all-in-one solutions that integrate various aspects of restaurant management.

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SpotOn

DECEMBER 3, 2024

SAN FRANCISCO — December 3, 2024 — As the restaurant industry continues to face mounting pressures from rising costs, shifting consumer behaviors and sentiment, and the growing complexity of technology, SpotOn , a leading restaurant software and payments provider, reveals its 2025 predictions for independent restaurants.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 23, 2024

We expect to see even more creativity in 2025 with waffle-related LTOs. Fresh-baked waffles are perfect for locally sourced additions. Survey your staff for their favorite local treats like freshly grown fruit and locally sourced honey. What is the appeal of elevated waffle offerings for guests?

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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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EATER

MARCH 27, 2025

adults in February 2025 representing the U.S. The goal was to not only to trace current dining expectations and desires fueled by both current economic uncertainties and also the inundation of sources for restaurant recommendations and reviews but also how younger diners might be shaping the industry in the future.

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EATER

MAY 28, 2025

. | Courtesy of Sabine Caf Rich Fox of Sabine in Seattle says leaning more casual has helped his bottom line A version of this post originally appeared on May 28, 2025, in Eater and Punchs newsletter Pre Shift , a biweekly newsletter for the industry pro that sources first-person accounts from the bar and restaurant world.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 30, 2025

percent from 2025 to 2033 and reach US$ 345.6 billion by 2033, according to The "United States Fast Food and Quick Services Restaurants Market Size and Share Analysis – Growth Trends and Forecast Report 2025-2033" from ResearchAndMarkets.com. billion transactions and $67 billion in sales in 2024.

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Squirrel Systems

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

In 2025, guests are no longer just looking for a place to eatthey want a memorable, immersive experience that aligns with their personal tastes, values, and desires. Heres a look at the restaurant trends that will shape hotel and resort dining in 2025 and beyond.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 24, 2025

Value-driven dining and a growing interest in regional brands are two trends uncovered in Yelp's 2025 Fastest Growing Brand s report. ' Breakfast is booming—coffee and bakery brands saw the highest search growth with breakfast and brunch searches up 142 percent year-over-year. Why are regional flavors in favor?

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EATER

APRIL 22, 2025

Jesse Sparks Jenn Sit, the executive editor at Clarkson Potter, on what the publisher is looking for A version of this post originally appeared on April 21, 2025, in Eater and Punchs newsletter Pre Shift , a biweekly newsletter for the industry pro that sources first-person accounts from the bar and restaurant world.

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EATER

MAY 13, 2025

Theres especially concern over products of single-origin sourcing; single-origin products think vanilla, coffee beans, cinnamon, and spirits such as European wine and Mexican tequila have legally protected designations of origin , making them even more susceptible to price increases due to tariffs. What makes for a great kitchen vacuum?

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Lavu

MAY 23, 2025

Thinking about launching your own deli in 2025? Source Vendors and Set Up Inventory Tracking Quality ingredients can set your deli apart from similar businesses in the area. If you are sourcing ingredients and products from multiple vendors, consider investing in inventory management software. Youre not alone. The lowest?

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

When restaurants use tech tools to enhance food traceability and transparency across the supply chain, it helps ensure better quality from source to shelf. Equinox in Washington, DC ensures its supply chain is ethical and as local as possible, and Chipotle has committed to using only compostable or reusable packaging by 2025.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 6, 2022

The fact that vegan chocolate contains neither additives nor products derived from animals makes it an excellent source of dietary essentials. To maintain transparency, companies print the production process and the source of raw materials that were used to achieve the final product. The vegan community appreciates it for this reason.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 3, 2025

There are a lot of challenges facing both new and established brands in 2025. First, You need toensure you’re maintaining brand consistency across multiple locations, and that involves streamlining logistics, sourcing, and staff training to keep quality high across your chain. The scaling process requires a different approach.

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TRG Restaurant Consulting

DECEMBER 22, 2024

As we approach 2025, its crucial to understand the trends and predictions that will shape the future of dining. This guide provides an in-depth analysis of the anticipated developments in the restaurant industry for 2025, offering insights to help operators navigate the changing landscape. and 3.4%, aligning with typical annual trends.

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EATER

MARCH 27, 2025

The bag I bought in early March 2025 says the information on the back was copyrighted in 2021 , and its ingredient list significantly diverges from the 2019 version. Often formulation changes happen when suddenly one ingredient becomes really expensive or really hard to source in a consistent way, says Frohlich.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

An 'Out of the Ordinary' Year for Independents 2024 was an “out of the ordinary” year for independent restaurants, according to TouchBistro's 2025 State of Restaurants Report. percent, adding 210,300 jobs over the year, according to T7shifts' annual Restaurant Workforce Report for 2025.

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EATER

JANUARY 13, 2025

Exquisito Chocolates In Miami, bean-to-bonbon Exquisito Chocolates prides itself on ethical sourcing (you can see exactly how chocolate maker Carolina Quijano turns cacao into chocolate on this episode of Eaters Handmade.) Those bonbons are available to ship in boxes of six or 12 surprise flavors.

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EATER

MAY 16, 2025

As of January 2025, at an unemployment rate of 6.1 In the face of these concerns, the Iocovozzis focus on the fact that restaurants can be sources of joy for their community, and strive to bring that joy to patrons. percent the previous month. percent , Asheville has the highest unemployment rate of any metropolitan area in the state.

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Future Food

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Source mccrindle.com.au The quality and origin of ingredients, will become a decisive factor, pushing establishments to emphasise the source and sustainability of their offerings. Baby Boomers and Gen X are still spending – with some even continuing to save money!

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Paper Chase Accountancy

MAY 21, 2025

The Perfect Plate – 2025 Q1 Every month, we’ll provide updates on the latest trends in the restaurant industry. By Dimitre Krouchev 2025 Q1 Earnings Report Summary Overall optimistic business environment in the US with foundations set for 2026 onwards Impact of Strong Economic Growth on the U.S. restaurant operators. for the Top 10.

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Black Box Intelligence

MAY 12, 2025

The Best Practice Awards 2025 Celebrating the Best Restaurant Brands in the Industry Every year, the coveted BBI Best Practices Awards (BPAs) celebrate the best performers in the restaurant industry. The 2025 edition of the BPAs spans two focus areas across different segments, there are ten award categories in total.

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Wasserstrom

JANUARY 15, 2025

Building a transparent supply chain is no longer a niche pursuit, but a fundamental imperative for value-conscious restaurant operators in 2025. The industrys growing demand for transparency drives the need for ethical sourcing building a supply chain that prioritizes responsible practices throughout, from farm and factory to fork.

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