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Avoiding Post-Pandemic ‘Honeymoon Period’ Pitfalls

Modern Restaurant Management

In my last article I talked about how busy our restaurants will be. A friend of mine recently told me that her group had reservations for a large party on a Sunday night at one of their favorite restaurants. She called to confirm the reservation on Friday only to be told that the restaurant is no longer open on Sundays.

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Lessons from French Bistros: How Small Restaurants Deliver Big Experience

Modern Restaurant Management

This article explores their charm, global influence, and the key elements that fuel their success. In cities like New York, you’ll find eateries that mirror the bistro’s casual sophistication, while Tokyo’s intimate wine bars reflect a similar ethos of warmth and simplicity.

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From acqui-hire to vaporware: The new restaurant tech ABCs

Restaurant Business

One example is OpenAI’s Operator, a tool that can perform web-based tasks like making a restaurant reservation or ordering food from a delivery app. They are getting into restaurant reservations. View All Articles by This Author Want breaking news at your fingertips? And Uber, of course, also has a ride-hailing service.

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Restaurant Newsletter Ideas To Keep Customers Coming Back

ChowNow

What to Include in Your Restaurant Newsletter Every email should have a clear focus, offer real value for your readers, and include a natural call to action that makes it easy for them to take the next step, whether thats placing an order, making a reservation, or planning a visit.

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Restaurant Tablet Best Practices: Smart Strategies For Success

ChowNow

From managing reservations at the host stand or firing orders straight to the kitchen from table side, tablets are changing the way restaurants run. Its going to get dropped, splashed with sauce, and maybe knocked off the bar by a customers pursethats just part of the deal. Clean, simple, and way less stressful.

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THE LINE IN THE SAND WITH RESTAURANT PRICING

Culinary Cues

It takes so much effort, time, and money to pull customers in for that first visit – we want to make them feel good about their investment and book another reservation soon. Search through the more than 700 articles on the business of food. We want them to return often and tell their friends what a great place this restaurant is.

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17 Restaurant Promotion Ideas To Boost Orders And Customer Loyalty

ChowNow

A restaurant marketing strategy that works for a sports bar might fall flat at a vegan cafe. Hosting a reservation-only, off-menu tasting night creates buzz and makes regulars feel like insiders. If youre looking for restaurant promotion ideas, youre in the right place. Most importantly, know your audience.

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