Open for Business

JUNE 27, 2023

In fact, loyalty programs date back to at least the Great Depression, when Betty Crocker asked customers to save their cake-mix box tops and send them back to the company in exchange for money-saving coupons for their products. Getting that initial reservation on the books is only the first step.

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Deliverect

DECEMBER 30, 2019

The online delivery market continues to grow at a breakneck pace, with over 16 million USD in European revenue in 2019. Throwing in personal notes, fun napkins or other little touches to delivery give you something special”. How about offering some coupons and rewards? Did someone leave you an online review?

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Indoor Media

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

Instead, focusing on specials and promotions is best during slow periods to promote your takeout items. For example, you can advertise lunch delivery discounts if you get a lot of dinner delivery orders but few lunch orders. You can also put your menu into them so that your customers can order again.

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Ken Burgin

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Check dozens of ways that QR codes are being used every day on this special Instagram Account – new examples added all the time. Put your Front Window to Work : a couple of QR codes can lead to a welcome video from the owners, a downloadable copy of the menu, TripAdvisor reviews or more information about opening hours and bookings.

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7 Shifts

AUGUST 15, 2022

For instance, were you responsible for restaurant employee scheduling or managing a log book ? Did you overhear that a table was celebrating a special event? What would you do if you made a mistake with an order? Fast-moving ordering technology. Smile and be personable. Do your research. How to Answer. Mistakes happen.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 3, 2021

Order accuracy and speed top list of what consumers want. The vast majority will revisit a specific drive-thru if their order is always correct (68 percent) and service is fast (62 percent). 68 percent order directly from restaurant apps multiple times a month compared to 42 percent who never order from third-party apps.

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Sling

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

It’s vital to get it just right in order to set the best tone for your business going forward. Online social media is a powerful resource for advertising your grand opening, but don’t neglect traditional media outlets along the way. 9) Book A Band. Grand Opening Ideas For Small Businesses. 1) Build Buzz With Social Media.

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BNG Point of Sale

OCTOBER 7, 2021

They streamline processes to record stock, manage your menu and staff, deliver detailed sales readings, and effectively take orders while ensuring you achieve profit goals. The following are some of the key benefits restaurants experience with a POS system in place: Improved Ordering for More Sales.

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Sling

JULY 4, 2021

With the rise of the internet and the ubiquity of smartphones and tablets, the vast majority of marketing efforts are concentrated online. Use that contact information to send out weekly specials to keep customers coming back. 8) Invite Local Media To A Special Event. Is your anniversary or other special occasion coming up?

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The Rail

JUNE 10, 2022

You can mention a discount, special offers, or a themed-meal you have at the restaurant. Here’s 30% Off Your Next Order. For instance, you can give special offers during festivals like Easter, Valentine's, Christmas, or sports events like Super Bowl discounts and offers , among others. That encourages readers to book a table.

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7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2023

This makes the day the perfect occasion for restaurants to offer special menus or wine pairings and to celebrate romance with their customers. Restaurants can make Valentine’s Day a profitable holiday by offering special menus and promotions that cater to couples celebrating a first date or an anniversary. Have a special for kids.

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Restaurant Clicks

JANUARY 28, 2020

While live entertainment can be great, it can also be expensive to book a popular band, DJ, or artist. If you have any connections, use them to book entertainment that won’t hurt your business financially. . Most grand openings offer some incentive for customers in the form of giveaways, discounts, or specials.

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The Food Corridor

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

With ordering takeout and food for delivery at an all-time high already, the cold winter months only exacerbate the trend – as most people are going out less in the cold weather. Now is the time to offer promos and discounts for businesses that book in their catering package early. Especially in the Northern States and Canada.

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The Food Corridor

DECEMBER 6, 2022

With ordering takeout and food for delivery at an all-time high already, the cold winter months only exacerbate the trend – as most people are going out less in the cold weather. Now is the time to offer promos and discounts for businesses that book in their catering package early. Especially in the Northern States and Canada.

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Bingage

JANUARY 29, 2021

You can also keep track of their drink orders, so they don’t have to go up and ask every time they want another sip. SMS sends to customers that fall into the special categories like lost customers, less spending customers or VIP customers. BOOK YOUR FREE DEMO NOW!! To treat them differently. Don’t Miss!!

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Notch

MARCH 5, 2019

This means guests are less likely to go home and air their grievances more publicly, like by leaving your restaurant a poor online review. For example, if you ask them to leave their contact information, like an email address or mailing address, you’ll be able to reach out to them with future marketing campaigns or special offers.

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Lavu

DECEMBER 4, 2019

But how about booking catering gigs? How Food Trucks Can Book More Events. You’re ready to book your food truck—now how do you find events? You’re ready to book your food truck—now how do you find events? Here are three ways to book new catering gigs for your food truck: 1. Update Your Website. Eye-catching photos!

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Notch

MARCH 5, 2019

This means guests are less likely to go home and air their grievances more publicly, like by leaving your restaurant a poor online review. For example, if you ask them to leave their contact information, like an email address or mailing address, you’ll be able to reach out to them with future marketing campaigns or special offers.

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Touch Bistro

JULY 15, 2021

In order to make sure customers remember your restaurant long after they’ve dined with you, it’s important to define your brand identity. Diners now use search engines like Google to find restaurants and review menus online before deciding where to eat. and adding a reservation or online ordering widget.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 23, 2020

As one way to help restaurants navigate this uncertain time, our team has created a short e-Book with marketing tips for restaurants. You can capitalize on peoples’ cabin fever during this time of self quarantine by promoting your order pickup services. This idea can be applied to dine-in, pickup, and delivery orders.

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Restaurant365

JANUARY 27, 2022

With a QR code menu, diners scan a QR code with a smartphone camera and access the online digital menu that is then displayed on a smartphone. A common guest complaint is that the wait time to order is too long. With QR code menus that offer ordering capabilities, guests can order as soon as they’re seated.

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Next Restaurants

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

You may have a superbly organized and user-friendly website; still, there is a chance that visitors will fail to notice your site’s features or even special events and offers that are currently being promoted. For restaurants, that’s following you on social, booking a table, or ordering takeout/delivery.

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Gourmet Marketing

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

As such, it’s important to use unique marketing ideas in order to truly stand out from other restaurants. It gives them more incentive to return because it feels like they’re being appreciated, and it could also offer them special rewards and unique promotions that would otherwise not be available. In-restaurant ideas.

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Bingage

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

With automation, all you have to do is set up a segment for all customers whether they are regular customers or lost customers, or customers coming occasionally, It automatically sends them a personalized email congratulating them on reaching VIP status and offering them a special discount. It enables contactless food ordering.

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Restaurant365

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

User-friendly order management. While some restaurant management systems may have many features, if order management isn’t intuitive for staff and management, you may have brought an extra headache into your operations. Apps can help you promote reward programs using targeted coupons and special deals.

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7 Shifts

MARCH 30, 2022

After two years of only being able to order takeout and having to wear a mask when not at the table, restaurants are poised to bounce back in 2022. Online Restaurants Advertising Ideas. Advertise Specials in Your Windows. Taking the prior idea one step further, use your immediate outdoor space and windows to promote specials.

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7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

This could include a periodic newsletters or coupons and discounts to inspire prospective customers to visit and have a meal at your premises. Ensure that you also send an up-to-date email informing your customers about any new and special menus. Share menu updates from your ordering system. Share various special recipes.

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