EATER

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

But with outdoor dining, it doesn’t have to be. I had to take what I could get, so to fancy birthday lunch my daughters went, sitting outdoors in designer high chairs at a socially distanced table, coloring with crayons while I enjoyed a glass of wine, then another, and my first meal out since the pandemic began. Getty Images.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 28, 2020

As states across the country have lifted and eased restrictions, more and more restaurants have been able to open up — but how are they adapting, especially if they don’t have proper outdoor patios? Give Your Outdoor Space a Refresh. And what happens now that the temperature is starting to drop in many regions?

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 23, 2020

Covered outdoor dining areas are always a great addition to the dining concept as well and we have learned their increased importance this year. Getting Creative with Outdoor Space. This also allows restaurants, bars, breweries, and other local shops to collaborate and share patrons. With the current climate of the U.S.,

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SpotOn

APRIL 1, 2025

However, getting more guests in seats through outdoor dining can also come at a cost, both in time and money. Whatever your restaurant type, we'll give you some practical and effective ways to get more profit from your outdoor space this year. Put up outdoor string lights in trees or structures so they cross over tables.

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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.

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EATER

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Grandmas in floral cheeththa dresses deep-fry kokis (flower-shaped coconut rice snacks); cafes pour cups of frothy, milky tea; families set up outdoor fires to slow-cook baby jackfruit in coconut milk; and tappers climb kithul (fishtail palm) trees to collect sap for treacle and jaggery. Uncles Colombo gets to sleep early, but not Uncles.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 17, 2021

Keep in mind that primary outdoor signage should be large including a logo, text displaying business name, and potentially smaller text with a restaurant slogan. Outdoor Restaurant Signs. Any restaurant sign strategy begins with the outdoor sign with the aim to draw guests inside. This is done with indoor signs.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

Comfort food, outdoor dining, Riesling and streamlined menus were top trends for 2020, according to Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants ' seventh annual Culinary & Cocktail Trend Forecast for 2021. More Outdoor Dining Options. Culinary: 2020 Takeaways. Treat Yourself: Restaurant Edition. Cocktail/Beverage: 2020 Takeaways.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 25, 2024

As the weather warms and patios come alive, restaurants across the country are gearing up for a summer of outdoor dining. According to data from Tock, nearly a third of restaurants in Tock’s network have the space needed to serve guests outdoors, with 33 percent having an existing space.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 5, 2020

Allowing restaurants to utilize outdoor parking space is a way for municipalities to offer additional relief to local restaurants and help consumers feel safe and more comfortable when dining out. Therefore, maximizing the ability to utilize outdoor space to increase seating capacity will be critical for restaurants during this period.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020

Additionally, plant-based and immunity-boosting foods, sanitation and outdoor dining has accelerated to an all time high. Foods like handmade bread will forever have to be made with gloves, and salad bars and buffets will be discontinued for a while. Outdoor dining will continue to be in high demand by customers. Superfoods.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 5, 2021

Restaurant and bar employment (as of July 2021) remains down by 1.5 A future forward restaurant model will be characterized by contactless delivery, curbside pick-up, and outdoor seating and will be more able to respond to heightened anxieties about business hygienic practices. million since the start of the pandemic.

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Goliath Consulting

JUNE 8, 2019

Every bar/beverage manager can tell you about their distributors purchase incentives. Your bar gets free product to try out different flavors or drop the price on name brand spirits, the distributor keeps their inventory fluid and product shipping. Are you ready to view your bar as more than a combination of liquor, beer, and wine?

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 14, 2021

While this has created many new jobs, restaurants and bars are struggling to find the talent to fill these positions. Two new restaurant trends from the pandemic will likely remain: ghost kitchens and outdoor dining. Food and beverage sales in the restaurant and foodservice industry are projected to total $789 billion in 2021, up 19.7

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7 Shifts

JULY 22, 2022

Whether that looks like tables on the sidewalk or a rooftop bar, there’s no denying that outdoor dining brings new obstacles and challenges to the already complex life of a restaurateur or employee. It’s also important to note that using outdoor space and adding more seating to your restaurant can increase your revenue by 30%.

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EATER

AUGUST 3, 2020

Outdoor dining in San Francisco | Patricia Chang. So I appreciate her new, thorough FAQ for New York magazine on COVID-19 risks, which touches upon outdoor and indoor dining. Not all outdoor dining is created equal. Bars, meanwhile, should be “avoided at all costs.” Read the archives and subscribe now.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 18, 2020

Tap 42 Craft Kitchen & Bar features modern interpretations of gastropub fare with signature craft cocktails, an extensive wine list, and more than 42 craft beers to choose from. "Constant changes to rules tested the brand but Tap 42 relied on their leadership and strong culture to rebound and envision an even brighter future.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

They’ve eliminated shared condiment bottles, self-serve coffee stations, and salad bars. Offer single servings of pre-packed options rather than a salad bar. Don’t serve candy, pretzels, nuts, or other snacks in shared bowls (such as at the bar or hostess stand.). Set up outdoor, socially distanced waiting areas.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 25, 2020

With outdoor dining occupying the foreground, and bars and indoor dining taking a back seat to consumer preferences, it begs the question: what happens when it gets cold? Outdoor dining works great during the warmer weather, and for facilitating additional curbside/delivery.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 18, 2020

Whether customers are chilling at the bar with a mask on or sitting on the patio for outdoor dining, short-form in-venue entertainment such as movie trailers, viral videos or sports highlights will go a long way to get—and keep—them entertained and enthralled. Engage Consumers Even After They Leave.

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EATER

OCTOBER 15, 2020

But what was for some an opportunity to celebrate the early arrival of changing leaves and everything plaid was a harbinger of bad times to come for restaurateurs now reliant on outdoor seating and the warm weather that allows it to survive. are figuring out how to adapt to a season that’s traditionally brutal for the industry.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 24, 2025

Older generations (55+) prefer outdoor seating driving 27% of reservations. Trends in recent years have reflected that younger adults (18-34) drive the demand for brunch at 30 percent of bookings, Instagram friendly experiences and higher energy music. Middle-aged adults (34-54) on the other hand prioritize family style meals.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 13, 2020

." Bo Peabody, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of restaurant reservation and rewards app Seated , Board member of Boqueria Restaurants, and Co-Owner of Mezze Restaurant Group , suggests: Beyond spacing out tables, take advantage of outdoor space if you have it available. Pellegrini, Jr.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 24, 2020

For example, the Liquor-by-the-Drink Tax is applied to the sale price of alcoholic beverages purchased at restaurants, bars, clubs and hotels was first imposed back in 1994 to help fund Philadelphia schools. Due to the social distancing requirements, many cities have allowed outdoor dining on sidewalks and other public spaces.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 16, 2020

It is rich in essential vitamins and fiber and is a plant based tasty ingredient on coffee bars, ice creams, savory dishes to add creamy texture and more! For 2020 we are seeing: Bringing the Outdoors Indoors is a sensory altering 2020 trend. Dairy Swap : Oat Milk: this dairy free alternative will be everywhere in 2020.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 7, 2020

Some of Von Hengst’s restaurants have outdoor patios which he predicts will be very popular. “Social distancing will still be maintained outdoors,” he said. Bar seating will be removed and reconfigured to allow six feet between bar stools. And, customers temperatures may be checked upon entry.

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7 Shifts

MARCH 18, 2021

Bars and nightclubs were hit the hardest—an 89% drop in sales. Outdoor dining, warm weather, and a decline in virus cases helped the industry. Breweries and Taprooms were close to pre-pandemic levels by the end of summer—dude to to-go cans and outdoor seating. Full-service restaurants weren’t far behind at an 81% drop in sales.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 13, 2024

These spaces blend exceptional food with lively entertainment and an inviting outdoor atmosphere. Today’s social yards are anchored by restaurants and bars that integrate communal spaces into their designs. Social Yards Social yards are redefining what it means to dine out. In Austin, Texas, The Yard at St.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

It’s not exactly a secret that getting a new restaurant up and running is a significant challenge, with a high bar for entry that includes formidable logistical hurdles and financial obstacles. Second-generation restaurant spaces are an increasingly popular and appealing option for landlords and tenants alike.

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Goliath Consulting

AUGUST 2, 2024

These dog park bars transform how people and their pets spend their leisure time. This innovative concept marries the traditional dog park with the amenities of a café, bar, or food truck park. The post The Growing Trend of Dog Park Bars appeared first on. Businesses are also seeing the potential in this trend.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 19, 2020

Now more than ever, we will be guiding clients on how to design for extra temporary patio dining space and curbside pick-up areas, as well as expanding outdoor space for dining. Additional patios will be especially important for bars, as bar seating is typically designed for closer interpersonal interaction.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 6, 2021

Eligible establishments include restaurants, food trucks, bars, breweries, wineries, and bakeries. Construction of outdoor seating. How will the program work? The RRF will provide tax-free grants for food and beverage venues that lost revenues in 2020. The requirements are a little different for businesses that started in 2020.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Restaurant and bar owners can mitigate these risks by hiring qualified professionals for installation, maintenance and cleaning service. The Best Offense is a Defensive Kitchen : Cooking equipment is probably the most important thing inside a restaurant – and it’s also a leading cause of fires.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 6, 2021

In the “great reopening”, many restaurants adjusted their business plans in order to survive the pandemic, adding outdoor seating, serving takeout and delivery, or consolidating staff. During the pandemic, many cities reallocated sidewalk and parking space into public use to help support restaurants accommodate outdoor dining.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 21, 2020

Just last week, I dined outdoors at a local restaurant. City Blue Imaging of Rochester, New York, is leveraging Canon’s imagePRESS technology to create synthetic, water resistant, as well as disposable food and bar menus that can be sanitized between uses to help restaurants as they resume in-person dining.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 19, 2022

” At least 90,000 restaurants and bars have closed since the beginning of the pandemic. The group of businesses and trade associations warned Congress that as many as four in five restaurants and bars are in danger of closing permanently, threatening the livelihoods of farmers, bakers, and thousands of employees.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 11, 2021

I particularly like it because I'm heavy into outdoors and sports and the ocean. The climate in Florida tends to inspire a more outdoors oriented and active lifestyle and with that, a healthy and lighter diet is a great fit for many. I’ve been in South Florida since 2009, but I really started coming here full time in 2016.

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