Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 30, 2024

The QSR industry is heading into 2025 at a crossroads of innovation and expectation. Three QSR Trends that Will Dominate 2025 Recent years have highlighted the importance of adaptability and precision in meeting customer expectations. Here are the three trends that will shape the QSR landscape in 2025 and beyond: 1.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 18, 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 2025. In 2025, we foresee significant developments in on and off premise restaurant payments. For the first part, click here and for the second part, click here.

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Goliath Consulting

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Here’s a look at the food trends that will capture our taste buds and redefine dining in 2025. Tamarind Takes the Spotlight Tamarind, named the flavor of the year by McCormick & Company, is poised to become a star ingredient in 2025. The food scene in 2025 promises a diverse range of tastes, textures, and creative adaptations.

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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

Candidate has set high standards; demonstrates creativity and consistency in excellence, innovation, hospitality; is making efforts to create a sustainable work culture; and has served as an exceptional example or mentor for other beverage professionals. Eater is partnering with the James Beard Foundation to livestream the awards in 2025.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 11, 2025

Despite economic concerns, diners consistently demonstrate a commitment to supporting restaurants, according to TouchBistro's 2025 American Diner Trends Report. In the front of house, there should be a more cautious approach to ensure customer service is always at the forefront.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

With this in mind, what can restaurant operators expect from payments in 2025? In 2025, merchants will increasingly adopt SoftPOS solutions, which effectively turn smartphones into trusted payment terminals. Payment providers like Nexi are also integrating sustainability into value chains to reduce environmental impact.

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The Rail

MAY 30, 2025

Opening a new dining space in 2025 calls for more than just a good recipe list or architectural sense. Even the best location and design won't guarantee long-lasting success if your vision doesn't match what consumers are seeking in 2025. A strong brand will emotionally link your restaurant to its patrons in 2025.

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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. The fried chicken at Pecking House.

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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? Heres how to make the most of it in 2025.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 31, 2025

As the restaurant industry continues to evolve in 2025, effective legal strategies are more important than ever for operators aiming to grow and scale their businesses properly. From franchise compliance to mergers and acquisitions (M&A) terms, the right legal frameworks can guide a restaurant company to long-term, sustained success.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 13, 2022

Starbucks recently announced that it aims to have every customer either use their own personal mug or cup or borrow a reusable cup from their local Starbucks — by 2025. This change will directly contribute to the coffee chain’s 2030 sustainability goals to conserve water usage by 50 percent and achieve carbon neutral green coffee.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 30, 2024

In a recent report shared by TouchBistro on the State of the Restaurant Industry for 2025, data provides key insights into a year marked by both significant hurdles and notable resilience for the restaurant franchising industry and quick-service restaurant (QSR) operators.

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Perfect Daily Grind

JUNE 13, 2025

With the 2025 BoP auction scheduled for 6 August, all eyes will be on the bidders of the 97- and 98-point coffees, as many eagerly anticipate the extent of the prices they’re willing to pay. Top stories of the week Mon, 9 Jun – Gesha scores 98 points at 2025 BoP. million 60kg bags. Cecafé reports that Brazil has so far exported 42.9

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Independent restaurants are at a pivotal moment, as the industry confronts multiple challenges including inflation, cost volatility, and extreme weather and adapts to an increasingly complex operating environment, according to the findings of the The James Beard Foundation® (JBF) 2025 Independent Restaurant Industry Report.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 3, 2025

What are some restaurant design trends you are seeing for 2025? For restaurateurs, the message is clear: in 2025, your space is no longer just where food is prepared and served. How does it dovetail with sustainability goals? Among her design tips: Form Must Follow Function, Go Big in Little Ways and Design to Grow.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 2, 2025

Digital Tools That Reduce Operational Strain Facing persistent labor challenges, restaurants are strategically adopting technology not as a quick fix, but as a long-term solution for sustainable operations. In 2025, the restaurant industry is witnessing a technological transformation driven by key trends.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 2, 2025

Beer and wine licenses, however, provide a sustainable, cost-effective alternative, allowing restaurants to invest resources elsewhere. Renewals, inspections, and compliance costs add even more overhead, making it difficult for new restaurants to manage these expenses.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 16, 2024

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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SpotOn

APRIL 14, 2025

San Francisco , April 14, 2025 — SpotOn , a leading software and payments partner for restaurants and small businesses, enters 2025 with strong momentum driven by new client wins, expanded advisory expertise and key product enhancements.

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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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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

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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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Sweetgreen implemented tech solutions to improve their operations, boost sustainability , and personalize customers’ experiences. Prioritize sustainability. Most consumers ( 90 percent ) say sustainability matters to them, and many restaurants are elevating their eco-friendly efforts. Improve the customer experience.

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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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EATER

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

In every bite, they remind us that Native foods are not relics but vibrant expressions of identity, sustainability, and survival, deeply connected to the land and the people who steward it. Thirty Nine Restaurant opened in 2021, closed for reconceptualization in 2023, and is slated to reopen in early 2025.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

The Winter 2025 Core Menu Notable health sources including the American Heart Association have said there is no reason to avoid seed oils with Harvard noting that restaurant fryer oil could be a concern—What is the medical evidence True Food Kitchen used to make the decision to eliminate seed oils?

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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. Consumers are being more intentional with their spending, and brands that deliver both quality and affordability are seeing sustained growth and expansion.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 6, 2022

In this blog, we will discuss the use of vegan chocolate and vegan flours and how confectioners are striving for sustainable options. Sustainable Approaches and Initiatives to Attract Vegan Consumers. In the confectionery sector, sustainability is raising the bar, particularly in terms of ethical and environmental issues.

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Restaurant Business

MARCH 10, 2025

This trend is known as Precision Wellness, identified by Innova as one of the top influencing trends in 2025. In this age of information, consumers are seeking out specific ingredients to meet their targeted nutritional needs. Consumers want to sip their way to enhanced focus, hydration, energy, immunity and digestion, Hermanowicz says.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 11, 2023

Wendy’s , for example, recently announced it would scale back plans of opening 700 ghost kitchens to between 100-150 by the end of 2025. With Millennials and Gen Z customers, in particular, wanting to be heard on sustainability-minded and green-living topics, the door is open for additional services for restaurant brands.

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EATER

APRIL 7, 2025

As the avian influenza crisis worsened among major egg producers across the country and prices began to trend upward, Trent knew that 2025 wasnt going to be a normal year for eggs. At the same time, hes careful about which new clients he takes on, especially when it comes to restaurants, in order to ensure that this growth is sustainable.

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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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Lavu

JUNE 13, 2025

From planning the layout to managing food services and ensuring compliance, we’ll cover what it takes to launch a profitable, well-run cafeteria in 2025. The Superfood Salad Bowl is designed to nourish employees with a variety of key nutrients, providing them with sustained energy throughout the day.

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Lavu

JUNE 13, 2025

In 2025, staying competitive means embracing digital payment trends. The Cashless Restaurant Revolution: Why Restaurants Are Going Cashless in 2025 In the ever-evolving landscape of the restaurant industry, the concept of not leading with a “pay with cash” option has emerged as a transformative trend.

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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. Reframing Restaurant Loyalty : With profit margins still slim, discount-based loyalty programs are no longer a sustainable option for operators.

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Future Food

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

The quality and origin of ingredients, will become a decisive factor, pushing establishments to emphasise the source and sustainability of their offerings. Provenance – consumers want to connect with the story of where their food comes from, it is more than just food.

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