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MRM Research Roundup: Destination Dining, Voice Commerce, and the Force of Fast Food

Modern Restaurant Management

In recent years, the food service industry has undergone a rapid transformation of automation and increased technology usage. Fast Food and QSR Value The United States Fast Food & Quick Service Restaurant Market size was valued at US$ 248.8 Growing menu innovation and healthy fast food further drive the growth of the market.

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Decade of Disruption: Restaurant Insiders Dish What’s on the Plate

Modern Restaurant Management

Over the next decade, a generation passionate about health and wellness will demand restaurants be transparent about food from farm to table. Guests will expect to know every aspect of sourcing and meal preparation, which will disrupt traditional back-of-house systems with technology that connects the farm to the food.

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The Challenges — and Opportunities — of Establishing a More Circular Mushroom Economy

EATER

They showed up like two weeks later with a tractor and a big truck to load it in,” he said. In 2022, driven in large part by consumer interest in meat alternatives, global revenues for mushrooms were predicted to more than double to over $110 billion by 2030. It wasn’t a tough sell.

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How to Set Up a POS System for a Restaurant in 2025: A Step-by-Step Guide

Lavu

Whether you run a quick-service spot, a full-service restaurant, a bar, or a food truck, each has unique needs for handling orders and managing workflows. billion by 2030, your POS system needs to support your growth. per sale This table gives a clear view of upfront and recurring costs, helping you plan your budget effectively.

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Elevate Your Restaurant’s Branding with a Professional Consultant

The Restaurant Group

The restaurant’s ambiance, combined with a great selection of delectable foods and fast and polite table service, will ensure they stay. For example, if you have a food truck, you can highlight the affordability of the food on offer. That isn’t a problem you’ll face with Food and Restaurant Branding Consultants at TRG.

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The 15 most profitable restaurant businesses to start in 2024

Clover - Restaurants

They include a variety of formats such as fast food restaurants, food trucks, and smoothie bars, each catering to specific consumer needs with a focus on quick preparation and minimal wait times. It is even estimated that fast food will experience a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.1%

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The Ultimate Guide To Restaurant Profit Margin

The Restaurant Times

This includes expenses for things like food and beverages. This is because your net profit margin accounts for all restaurant-related costs, not just those related to food preparation and service. The typical profit margin of a food truck ranges from 6 to 9% thanks to low overhead costs that offset more expensive ingredients.