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. The average price of wings increased 18 percent, likely due to demand and larger orders. This suggests fans are stocking home bars instead of ordering drinks out.

Food Order

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Tap a few buttons, and your order is sent to the kitchen, where robots are preparing dishes with precision, ensuring perfect consistency every time. 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. Need a drink?

Front of House

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.

Point of Sale

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 16, 2025

Why did you want to open a marketing firm with a bar/restaurant/hospitality niche and what is the significance of the name Embark? I was on my own at a young age, and working in restaurants, hotels, and bars gave me the financial independence I needed to survive and eventually thrive. The service industry truly saved my life.

Marketing

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 12, 2025

Pre-packaged meals, made-to-order sandwiches, fresh salads, and even hot food bars are no longer afterthoughts—they're part of a growing meal strategy. Sheetz plans to open 60+ made-to-order food stores in Michigan, while 7-Eleven is expanding food-focused formats across North America.

Retail

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.

2025

Restaurant Business

JUNE 23, 2025

Not quite yet Food Spinoffs of the TikTok-famous Dubai Chocolate Bar surge on chain restaurant menus The classic flavor combination of chocolate, pistachio and crisp phyllo is showing up in everything from shakes to doughnuts, matcha and desserts. By Patricia Cobe on Jun. Photo courtesy of The MilkShake Factory. By Patricia Cobe on Jun.

Bar

EATER

MAY 14, 2025

Wonho Frank Lee Ryan Bailey of Kato in LA says more square footage has actually helped operations A version of this post originally appeared on May 14, 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.

Seating

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.

Bar

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.

POS

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 30, 2025

“Online ordering, whether through our own app or third party providers, continues to grow by leaps and bounds. To further promote the social aspect, we’re also building bars towards the front of our new builds, rather than “old-school” counters placed in the back. The bars can seat up to 18 people.

Design

Restaurant Business

JULY 2, 2025

Fast-casual Condado Tacos—which prefers calling itself “next-gen casual”—has long had a bar program with a selection of conventional margaritas and beers to go with its Mexican-style menu and vibe. But those same margaritas had been on the menu since 2014 when the bar, so to speak, was set a bit lower. to $34.50.)

Fast Casual

SpotOn

OCTOBER 28, 2024

While bars sell alcoholic drinks, a high-margin menu item, crafting a profitable bar menu is paramount. Through menu engineering and reporting from your bar POS system , you can determine what's selling and what's not. Here are some tried-and-true moneymakers for your bar menu. Pizza Pizza is a crowd-pleaser.

Bar

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.

Serving

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.

Social Media

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!

Merchandise

7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Customers on average will order more menu items, resulting in a larger bill for the restaurant and a larger tip for the employee. Problem: Excessive mingling This is a prevalent issue in restaurants, especially ones that offer full bar service. A “totally satisfied” customer contributes 2.6

Mobile Ordering

The Rail

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

By Heather Langley, Contributor The hospitality environment evolves at a rapid rate, and bars and restaurants must continue adapting to the ever-changing needs of the consumer. A POS system acts as a central channel for managing orders, payments, and customer interactions. What is Restaurant POS Integration?

POS

Restaurant Clicks

JULY 28, 2025

Service is fast and friendly, with an easy ordering process and generous portions. The smoked wings are a standout, marinated and cooked low and slow before being finished to order. The pork is pulled fresh off the shoulder as you order it, ensuring it stays tender and juicy.

Fast Casual

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.

Hotels

Restaurant Clicks

JULY 22, 2025

23 – Barbecue by Jim Source: Barbecue by Jim Bar-B-Q by Jim in Tupelo, Mississippi, has been serving wood-smoked meats since 1995 using traditional Southern barbecue methods. Bar-B-Q by Jim focuses on consistent quality and simple preparation, keeping the menu clear and rooted in traditional Southern barbecue styles. #22

Back of House

7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

68% of diners plan to celebrate at restaurants or bars this holiday season, so having enough people in place is essential. For example, they may focus first on customer-facing tasks like seeing to it that food orders are prepared and served on time, as this directly impacts customer satisfaction. Clear communication is also key.

Leadership

Culinary Cues

JANUARY 13, 2025

The chef may have developed the dish and given it that first charge of life, but that work of art on the plate was the collective effort of great purchasing, solid prep work during the day, and accomplished line cooks who are able to consistently prepare and present superb food while juggling multiple orders at once.

Coaching

7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

If you have a bar, bartenders who are trained in specific drink preparation techniques and bar management will deliver faster and more consistent service, which enhances the overall customer experience. Day 3-4: Shadowing a senior server to learn order-taking, upselling techniques, and handling POS systems.

Training

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 17, 2025

From loyalty retention to order accuracy to app reviews, cross-functional collaboration is what transforms guest expectations into business outcomes. When someone places an online order, tracks delivery or modifies an app-based pickup, they are still seeking a sense of hospitality. So, the technology cannot feel cold or transactional.

Loyalty Program

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 9, 2025

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. Tech-savvy tools: Online reservations and ordering streamline service for busy guests.

Fine Dining

ChowNow

APRIL 11, 2025

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. Each with its own notifications, dings, and order screens.

Front of House

EATER

MAY 28, 2025

. | Courtesy of Sabine Caf Rich Fox of Sabine in Seattle says leaning more casual has helped his bottom line A version of this post originally appeared on May 28, 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.

Seating

Goliath Consulting

JUNE 28, 2025

These voice-interactive systems can take orders, engage with guests, and serve drinks quickly and consistently ( Chowbus, 2024 ; FastCasual, 2021 ). For many restaurants and bars, it’s an easy way to add novelty while easing peak-hour stress. On the beverage side, robotic bartenders like Cecilia.ai are shaking up service.

Front of House

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 30, 2025

This has led to many perks for consumers, such as reduced wait times, contactless ordering, and more personalized offers and rewards. The market is influenced by evolving consumer lifestyles, the growth of digital ordering, and consumer demand for convenient and affordable dining. percent from 2025 to 2033 and reach US$ 345.6

Fast Casual

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 27, 2025

Accuracy of food order leads the way at 88, while beverage quality and waitstaff performance both score 86. Popeyes (up 4 percent to 75) looks to build on gains by rolling out its “Easy to Run” initiative to standardize processes, improve order accuracy, and reduce wait times. Every aspect receives a score of 81 or higher.

Loyalty Program

ChowNow

MAY 2, 2025

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.

Email Marketing

SpotOn

APRIL 1, 2025

It's a portable POS device that fits in an apron and lets servers take orders and payments at the table. Tableside ordering and payments If a server has multiple tables ready to order, they have to go to each one, write their order down, and then go to the POS to input those orders. Servers can take 1.5

Seating

Paper Chase Accountancy

JUNE 30, 2025

This discussion will provide a roadmap for mastering the art of accounting in the world of restaurants and bars. Key Takeaways Understanding hospitality accounting is crucial for efficiency, profitability, and making informed business decisions in restaurants and bars. But, why is this so crucial to your business’s success?

Bar

EATER

OCTOBER 21, 2024

The tool from the East Coast vegan chain — a digital take on a split-flap mechanical display that appears on its website and in the chain’s ordering app — estimates the amounts of water, land, CO2, and oil saved by eating vegan burgers. The “ PLNT Impact Tracker ” on PLNT Burger’s website wants you to think about what you’re eating.

Sustainability

Restaurant Clicks

AUGUST 1, 2025

The cafeteria-style setup makes it easy to order and find a seat, and the service is quick and friendly. 22 – Bodacious Bar & Q Source: Bodacious Bar & Q Bodacious Bar & Q in Shreveport serves a variety of smoked meats with a strong Southern influence.

Back of House

Restaurant Business

JUNE 23, 2025

Acqui-hire “To acquire a company in order to use its employees skills or knowledge, rather than for its products or services.” The coffee giant is licensing the company’s order fulfillment tech while also bringing aboard Empower’s six engineers. Add these six terms to your vocabulary.

Hiring