Culinary Cues

AUGUST 9, 2021

Wow visuals on the plate and in the dining room, wow views from every seat, wow service, and of course – wow flavors on the plate. What we seem to forget sometimes is that those memorable experiences are due to a collective effort of every person involved in creating a dining event.

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Front of House Customer Experience Workshop Dine-in 473

7 Shifts

JULY 28, 2021

At times, it's a civil war between your front-of-house and back-of-house teams. Recommended Reading: Data-Backed Ways to Engage Employees and Reduce Restaurant Turnover. While you do want to be in the driver seat for these meetings, you don't want to do all the talking. Table of Contents. Field questions.

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Communication Management Management Front of House 430

7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

One other way you may need to manage inventory is with menu planning. Some restaurant managers work directly with the chef to plan menu item selection or daily specials. Managing a restaurant is a delicate routine—if we can even call it a routine. This wide-ranging responsibility is a lot, and it often leads to burnout.

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7 Shifts

JANUARY 10, 2024

Twenty minutes east of the White House, in D.C.’s Located in a market with a focus on Latin American businesses, what sets Destino apart (aside from inventive cocktails) is the note under the dessert menu: “In lieu of tipping, we add a 20% service charge to each order to support a professional wage for our entire team.

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FOH Front of House Customer Service Back of House 195

7 Shifts

DECEMBER 18, 2019

January is fast-approaching, and hot lunch spots will soon be back on the mind of every highschool and college student in your area. Want to capture the hungry, back-to-school lunch crowd for January? Create a fixed-price ‘Mix and Match’ menu with soups, salads, and sandwiches for customers to choose from. (If is a common one.)

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Specials Food Truck Seasonal Menu Social Media 362

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 22, 2021

As people begin heading back out, they want to be able to interact with each other and not be distracted by unnecessary entertainment gimmicks. Often restaurants will have multiple televisions playing whatever sporting event is on that night and customers tend to focus on them instead of the people they are at the restaurant with.

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Design 2022 Front of House Sports 212

7 Shifts

AUGUST 6, 2021

Staff scheduling, inventory management, menu analysis , guest satisfaction, profitability, and so much more rest on the shoulders of accurate restaurant forecasting. When successful, they keep a restaurant in the black - but they require time, dedication, and a good bit of math to get right. Table of Contents. Profit Estimation.

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Seasonal Menu Point of Sale Inventory Food Supply 370

Buzztime Business

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Build Winter Bar Promotions Around Can’t-Miss Events 1) Bartender Mini Demos For the best ROI, kick off best winter bar promotions and events that repeat on a weekly basis. JR’s Pub in Goose Creek, South Carolina ran an 8-week trivia digital live trivia event on Tuesdays and increased sales by 30%. 5) Bar Games Tournament Darts.

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Bar Seasonal Menu Events Back of House 88

Restaurant Clicks

DECEMBER 4, 2021

I’ve had some memorable meals for holiday parties, birthdays, and work events at places like Mimosa Grill and The King’s Kitchen. Have you hosted a private event yet? You can take comfort in their spacious private dining rooms and elegant decor when hosting or attending an event here. Best Private Dining in Charlotte.

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Dine-in Fine Dining Website Management Book 117

Sante

JANUARY 16, 2020

Their generous “Happy Hours” seem to keep customers coming back. Berkshire House is officially open. Berkshire House is located at 143 N. If Happy Hour is your thing, Berkshire House is a sure bet for your Favorites list. A $3 Happy Hour usually can’t be beat.

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Front of House Back of House Outdoor Seating 130

Restaurant Clicks

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Cream City is the perfect place for private events, whether you prefer steakhouses or Italian fare. When I think of private dining, I think of personally customized menu choices that complement one another flawlessly and accommodate everyone in my group or party. Any private dining experience needs to be unforgettable.

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Dine-in Book Fine Dining Website Management 110

Restaurant Clicks

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Instead, wine bars are popular restaurant destinations for friends to gather, dates to mingle, and events to take places. From small intimate settings ideal for a date to large venues worthy of weddings, there’s a NYC wine bar for everyone and every event here. They’ve essentially become a cornerstone in NYC. Make a Reservation.

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Bar Reservations Seating Back of House 142

Restaurant Clicks

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

The Gold Room can seat a fourteen-person dinner for up to 14 or a lounge-style party for thirty guests for private dining. With a customizable menu and dedicated server, the experience is quality. For a sit-down dinner, the room holds twenty-eight people, and the menu is served family-style. Make a Reservation. Order Online.

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Dine-in Seasonal Menu Reservations Seating 112

Cheetah

MAY 11, 2021

To help restaurant operators make the most of this exciting event, here are 3 things you can do to get your business ready for reopening. As a side-note, remember that although dine-in is back, delivery is here to stay. Start by revisiting your menu. Restaurant Reopening Requirements. Stock Up on Inventory.

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Back of House Front of House Food Supply Coaching 148

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 28, 2020

Just Salad was the first national restaurant chain to label its entire menu with carbon emissions similar to how brands like Allbirds had done in the retail sector. Following our announcement that we carbon labeled our menu, Panera and Chipotle followed with something similar shortly after. Lavu CEO Saleem S.

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2021 Mobile Ordering Loyalty Program Kitchen Safety 230

EATER

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Hy’s Steakhouse Hy Aisenstat with his show jumping horse at the Spruce Meadows grand prix event, which he sponsored. Though special occasions bring guests back to Hy’s for tableside steak Diane prepared by servers in butcher jackets, the Calgary restaurant has had to keep up with the times with a new look. Hy’s Steakhouse Hy Aisenstat.

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Back of House Fine Dining 2011 Dine-in 117

7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

One other way you may need to manage inventory is with menu planning. Some restaurant managers work directly with the chef to plan menu item selection or daily specials. Managing a restaurant is a delicate routine—if we can even call it a routine. This wide-ranging responsibility is a lot, and it often leads to burnout.

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Management Management Kitchen Safety Front of House 195

Restaurant Clicks

DECEMBER 5, 2021

If you want something special, try the 10-course omakase tasting menu. The restaurant offers customized menus, from circulated appetizer receptions to pre-fixed sit-down dinner menus. Fixe Southern House. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Fixe Southern House (@fixesouthernhouse). Lamar Blvd.

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Dine-in Fine Dining Book Website Management 111

Cheetah

JUNE 1, 2021

Although the main parade in San-Francisco was cancelled, several online events as well as two major outdoor in-person events will take place, all promoting solidarity, visibility and joy in celebration of the LGBTQ+ community. Cornerstone Events During San Francisco Pride Month. Let’s dig in! Table of Contents. Frameline ,?the

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2021 Food Supply Food Truck Social Media 148

Restaurant Clicks

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Even better, many great restaurants offer private dining, which is perfect for group events of practically any size and type. They first opened their doors way back in 1918, and they’ve delivered a combination of elegant cuisine and five-star customer service ever since. Ruth’s Chris Steak House.

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Dine-in Specials Back of House Book 106

Restaurant Clicks

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

They have hosted everything from family weddings to Fortune 500 Company events. The menu options include mouthwatering local fares like Elk Sausage Sliders with foie gras, Steelhead Trout, and the excellent Wagyu Tomahawk Ribeye. Grace’s private dining options include two private rooms with multimedia capabilities to seat 10-48 guests.

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Fine Dining Front of House Back of House Reservations 106

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 10, 2021

While your restaurant may feature a diverse menu, delicious food, a great ambiance, and excellent customer service, you will still struggle to build a customer base without promoting it. Others tend to emphasize their cheaper menu options. A quick look at your POS data will identify the top three selling items on your menu.

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Marketing SEO Front of House Website Management 226

Restaurant Clicks

DECEMBER 4, 2021

Plus, if you’re planning a romantic dinner for a special occasion, a holiday party, birthday, or other events, you’ll find some truly delicious restaurants for private dining in Denver. From private rooms and private chefs to secluded seating and enticing entrees, I’ve put together 15 of the best restaurants for private dining in Denver.

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Dine-in Fine Dining Book Seasonal Menu 114

Restaurant Clicks

JUNE 3, 2021

Their menu is always changing, but order the Impossible Sliders if you see them! They also offer events such as Barre and Standup Comedy on their private rooftop. They encourage you to partake in their Happy Hour and bring your drink up to events to fully enjoy the experience. Hidden in the West End of Washington, D.C.,Upper

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Outdoor Dine-in Reservations Front of House 147

Restaurant Clicks

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Scottadito Osteria Toscana Palo Santo Feast & Wine – Private Chefs & Events Resident Lux Hideout Room 24k Aska Olmsted Velvet Brooklyn Vinegar Hill House Sunday In Brooklyn. Palo Santo is a Pan-Latin restaurant located in the heart of Brooklyn between the Grand Army Plaza and the Old Stone House. Palo Santo.

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Dine-in Seasonal Menu Back of House Website Management 109

Restaurant Clicks

OCTOBER 9, 2021

They offer outdoor seating on a first-come-first-serve basis, and it makes for an even better dining experience. I’ll be back, and I suggest you give them a try as well! Kid Shelleen’s Charcoal House & Saloon. There are also many different sporting events displayed on TVs throughout the eatery.

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Back of House Fast Casual Front of House Online Ordering 147

Restaurant Clicks

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

If you’re planning a special event or want to go out to eat with a large group, you should check out the private dining rooms many restaurants offer. No matter if you are looking for delectable cuisine to host a small group or a larger space to host a work event, check out my top picks for a meal you and your guests will not ever forget!

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Dine-in Fine Dining Book Events 114

Restaurant Clicks

DECEMBER 19, 2021

Maybe you’re making special dining plans for a birthday, family reunion, or other meaningful events. Artichoke Cafe High Noon Restaurant & Saloon El Pinto Restaurant Farm & Table Ruth’s Chris Steak House Seasons 52 Buca di Beppo Italian Restaurant Savoy Bar & Grill Seasons Rotisserie & Grill St. Artichoke Cafe.

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Dine-in Seasonal Menu Book Events 114

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 14, 2021

On Monday, May 17, Applebee’s will host a National Hiring Day event at franchise and company-operated restaurants nationwide. During the event, every candidate 18 years or older who receives an interview will receive a voucher for a free appetizer as part of Applebee’s “Apps for Apps” program.

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Hiring Employee Relations Recruiting Education 169

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 2, 2020

Even in the face of all this adversity, restaurants worldwide are considering what they need to do in order to begin on the road back to reopening. Also, you may not be able to seat your restaurant at full capacity for the foreseeable future. Or will you need to shelve different menu items until situations improve?

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Equipment Front of House Seating Restaurant Law 170

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 8, 2024

For example, there will be fewer human interactions when ordering takeaways during busy lunch hours, quick customer seating, or bill payments. This trend reflects the growing popularity of drive-thru and fast-casual dining, coupled with the demand for digital technologies such as QSR digital signage and QR codes.

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2024 Loyalty Program Cash Management Customer Experience 215

Restaurant Clicks

NOVEMBER 21, 2021

San Jose is also home to the Winchester Mystery House, a mansion the widow of gunmaker William Winchester constructed over many years. La Foret is a French restaurant housed in a storied building, once a boarding house during the California Gold Rush. Weddings and other events are often held at La Foret.

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Back of House Online Ordering Front of House Seasonal Menu 118

Restaurant365

JUNE 9, 2021

You can use data to improve restaurant operations, both in your front of house (FOH) and back of house (BOH). Restaurant KPIs impacting a profitable front of house. A new customer may book a reservation or an event, which means the customer will receive confirmations and reminders. Focus on the customer experience.

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FOH BOH Front of House Back of House 78

Open for Business

OCTOBER 20, 2023

From budgeting and licensing to crafting the perfect menu, here’s everything you need to know about how to open a restaurant. Market research Before you even think about the menu or location, you need to understand the guests who will walk through your doors. Doing so will give you a sense of the market gap that needs filling.

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License Email Marketing Seasonal Menu Front of House 78

Buzztime Business

MAY 1, 2023

The first step is to align your trivia event with your business objectives. If your Saturday middays need TLC, try a relaxed trivia brunch or lunch event. Happy hour trivia in bars is always a win as well… Question 2: Are there competing bar trivia events? Then, the trivia champion is crowned Now, back to the bar trivia formats.

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Bar Events Email Marketing Social Media 78

Buzztime Business

MAY 1, 2023

The first step is to align your trivia event with your business objectives. If your Saturday middays need TLC, try a relaxed trivia brunch or lunch event. Happy hour trivia in bars is always a win as well… Question 2: Are there competing bar trivia events? Then, the trivia champion is crowned Now, back to the bar trivia formats.

Bar 78

Bar Events Email Marketing Social Media 78

Buzztime Business

MAY 1, 2023

The first step is to align your trivia event with your business objectives. If your Saturday middays need TLC, try a relaxed trivia brunch or lunch event. Happy hour trivia in bars is always a win as well… Question 2: Are there competing bar trivia events? Then, the trivia champion is crowned Now, back to the bar trivia formats.

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Bar Events Email Marketing Social Media 78