Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 27, 2023

The same goes for any restaurant or bar. Throughout my almost two decades of experience working with restaurant and bar owners these are the areas I always discuss with them when they decide to give their establishment a new look. Prepare Your Staff Staff members need to prepare for the painting of a restaurant or bar.

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Goliath Consulting

JANUARY 16, 2025

This shift is reflected in the growing demand for non-alcoholic beverages and the emergence of alcohol-free bars. These innovative establishments create a social experience similar to traditional bars, minus the booze. This generational shift isnt just a passing trend; its shaping the future of socializing.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Bar and restaurant operators often face tough dilemmas, ranging from the daily question, “Should we be mixing more drinks or turning more tables?” With today’s technology, bar and lounge operators can have the best of both worlds. "We're like a bowling alley bar; it's very long and narrow.

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7 Shifts

AUGUST 18, 2024

Opening and owning a bar is one of those unique life experiences; you have no idea what it will be like until you actually go for it. In this guide, we're covering everything you need to know about owning a bar to prepare as well as you can for the big opening day. How Do I Run a Profitable Bar?

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Regular season game days at the bar are crowded and hectic enough, but Super Bowl weekend? According to National Retail Federation, nearly 18 million fans plan to watch the Super Bowl at their favorite bar. Here are coaching tips to get your team ready for a super weekend in your bar. That’s a whole different ballgame!

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 31, 2024

“Through expansive experiences that inspire our guests paired with the ambiance of the space and the food on the plate, we’re setting new standards for the industry and creating truly spectacular moments for all who enter our restaurants and bars.”

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EATER

APRIL 2, 2025

The announcement included nominees for Outstanding Restaurateur, Best New Restaurant, and the regional Best Chef awards, as well as finalists for three new categories: Best New Bar, Outstanding Professional in Beverage Service, and Outstanding Professional in Cocktail Service. Check out the full list of finalists below.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

." Buffets and self-serve food are on the menu: 66 percent of organizers say they’re having buffets, instead of: Heavy appetizers – 34 percent Stations (e.g. "Party planners are aligned with employee preferences as 66 percent plan to serve a buffet-style meal at their company party this year."

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 11, 2024

It's not just the merch on the menu that is driving traffic to the brand with a misison to create spaces that blend sports and leisure and offer innovative cocktails, next-level architecture and high-end designer decor with elevated bar bites, retro games, and exclusive event nights. BUT most importantly I put it on all staff!

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 29, 2024

Owners of bars, taverns, restaurants and other establishments serving alcohol kept a close eye on a case before the Supreme Court of Florida this year. million jury verdict against a bar awarded to a young woman catastrophically injured when she was hit by a pickup truck driven by an underage 20-year-old who had been drinking at the bar.

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Lavu

APRIL 4, 2025

Choosing the best POS system for bars in 2025 is essential for streamlining operations, enhancing customer experience, and maximizing profits. A modern POS system for bars goes beyond just processing paymentsit helps with inventory management, staff scheduling, and real-time sales tracking. Lacking pre-authorization and bar tabs.

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SpotOn

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Everyone deserves a drink at a bar, even if that beverage does not include alcohol. The mocktail, also known as an alcohol-free cocktail, isn’t just a luxury drink found in high-end bars. The most popular non-alcoholic drinks like the mighty club soda and lemon or even a virgin mojito, are found on every bar menu.

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Goliath Consulting

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Using artificial intelligence (AI) to respond to customer reviews has become a valuable tool for restaurants and bars to streamline operations and enhance guest engagement. However, while AI can be a powerful asset in managing reviews, restaurants and bars should balance automation with a human touch.

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7 Shifts

OCTOBER 28, 2024

A bar is a profitable business option if you’re looking to enter the food industry. However, understanding how to calculate and improve your bar's profit margin is key to long-term success. One key area to focus on is drink sales, with cocktail sales accounting for about 23% of a bar's revenue.

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EATER

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Jutharat Pinyodoonyachet/Eater NY Raise a glass to the year’s best bars, restaurants, pop-ups, and roving trucks across 20 Eater cities What does 2024 taste like? Carnitas Ramirez in Alphabet City received an award from Eater NY for Best Counter-Service Spot.

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EATER

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

More recently, as chefs have been working up seasonal menus to highlight local specialties and homegrown bars have been remixing native spirits, Sri Lanka drew millions of tourists in 2024 , announcing the islands comeback on the global stage after a few years of economic uncertainty. But its easy to find great meals if you know where to eat.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 4, 2025

T’s Brunch Bar’s four locations in Metro Atlanta feature dishes with a southern twist and charm, but owner Teneshia Murray had to learn a few lessons before finding the right blend for the elevated brunch concept. “We are making sure that we keep our food, aesthetic and brand all aligned and consistent,” Murray said.

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Goliath Consulting

OCTOBER 26, 2024

With Halloween approaching, it’s the perfect time to introduce themed cocktails that will excite your guests and make your bar the go-to destination for spooky sips. Crafting festive drinks is a great way to engage customers and set the mood for Halloween celebrations.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 18, 2025

Baskin-Robbins' introduction of Boxed Novelty Bars provides just the affordable indulgence, aligning with the "little treat" culture where consumers seek small, mood-boosting rewards. This presents restaurants with an opportunity to offer smaller, snack-sized portions that satisfy emotional needs while remaining budget friendly.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Emerging Trends in Glassware Specialty glassware for signature cocktails has been a growing trend for restaurants and bars for several years, capturing consumer attention through presentation. Current glassware trends include: Clean, simple lines that highlight the aesthetic of specialty drinks.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Walk over to the bar where Tipsy, the robotic bartender with eight arms, prepares your cocktail with speed and accuracy that would put the most seasoned mixologist to shame. Tap a few buttons, and your order is sent to the kitchen, where robots are preparing dishes with precision, ensuring perfect consistency every time. Need a drink?

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EATER

MARCH 12, 2025

At Trinas Starlite Lounge, the hot dog tower comes with five hot dogs, fries, and sauce | Trinas Starlite Lounge In this economy, the pricey seafood tower has given way to way to the hot dog tower For Trinas Starlite Lounge , the longstanding bar in Somerville, Massachusetts, 2024 was financially pretty rough. And then the election happened.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

But while wings still dominate as the top football snack, new data suggests that more fans are choosing to watch the game at home rather than head to their local sports bar. This suggests fans are stocking home bars instead of ordering drinks out. Toast analyzed data from restaurants on Sunday, Feb. Vegas Jackpot, New Orleans Next?

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Culinary Cues

JANUARY 13, 2025

All this would be for naught if the service staff was uninformed and lacked the knowledge and polish to present the food properly on a plate that was meticulously cleaned by a dishwasher and complemented by a perfectly chosen, stored, and served glass of wine from the bar. A collective effort MVT (most valuable team), not MVP.

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EATER

MARCH 26, 2025

Theres a warm-weather rooftop bar that nearly puts the Sacr Coeur within arms reach and a sprawling brasserie, as well as nightclub Mikado Dancing, open Friday and Saturday nights. Book a table at Jacques Bar Book a room at the Hoxton The Travel Buds Dry-aged beef at Nonos & Comestibles. The Travel Buds A spread of dishes.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 16, 2025

is a modern Japanese restaurant offering an authentic kaiseki tasting experience, as well as a seasonal cocktail bar with Japanese-inspired plates, and a members-only Japanese whiskey lounge. It’s not just dessert, it’s a dining experience they’ll talk about long after they leave.”

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EATER

JANUARY 13, 2025

And unlike the bar you pick up at grocery store checkout, these boxes of chocolates are always a celebration. Founder Mike Orlando started Twenty-Four Blackbirds with a DIY mindset even making some of the equipment himself and the ethos that selecting high quality, bean-to-bar chocolates should feel fun and accessible.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 5, 2023

The pandemic dealt a mighty blow to the bar and restaurant industry, where social distancing replaced friends and families gathering together to share stories, celebrate milestones, and create lasting memories.

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EATER

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Growing up, the gooey, no-bake, cereal and marshmallow bars were everywhere — dominating potlucks and birthday parties, and a fixture on bake sale tables and in school lunch boxes alike. More than 80 years after Kellogg’s first printed a recipe for Rice Krispies Treats on the back of the cereal box, they remain stubbornly popular.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

As the world is largely re-opened post-COVID, people are eagerly out and about dining in restaurants and bars to reinvigorate their social routines. Turn up (or Down) the Music Restaurants and bars should maintain a curated playlist that aligns with its vibe, atmosphere, and aesthetics.

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Goliath Consulting

FEBRUARY 8, 2025

Drew Brees: Aligning Passion with Business Strategy Drew Brees is a major franchisee of Walk-Ons Sports Bistreaux, a fast-growing sports bar chain. Bridgemans disciplined, team-oriented leadership style allowed him to run large-scale operations effectively, a model that any aspiring multi-unit operator can learn from.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 7, 2023

Creating a great ambiance in your sports bar or restaurant is a good way to attract new customers. People who regularly go to sports bars and restaurants want the best technology available to watch the big game. Bar owners want customers to understand the theme of the space when they first walk in.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 19, 2022

For the tour, we traveled to Houston, Kansas City, Las Vegas, New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago, visiting a wide collection of over 80 bars and restaurants, from brand new and iconic to others that have stood the test of time. And, you don’t have to run a cocktail bar or fine dining location to play with these combinations.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Staffing levels have been on the upswing since the dark days of the pandemic, with the number of jobs at bars and restaurants up nearly 0.7 Get it right, and restaurant owners will have happier and more loyal staff, leading to increased retention, an ongoing problem in the industry. Quit rates have also fallen since then.

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EATER

JUNE 12, 2024

As bafflingly flexible as they are unmistakably distinct, these spaces have managed to recapture the anything-goes romance of simply “going out.”

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Culinary Cues

MARCH 10, 2025

There will likely be a bar with some food options, room service (sometimes 24 hours per day), a poolside seasonal caf, Sunday brunch, and multiple banquet rooms that at times will have simultaneous events taking place.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Guests are dining out more often than last year and and rewarding great service, with the highest tips at bars and fine dining restaurants, according to hospitality industry data from Lightspeed Commerce Inc. The data suggests guests are willing to tip more for great service when digital tools are available to ease the payment process.

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