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JBF Study: Independent Restaurants Are Actively Evolving

Modern Restaurant Management

The research stems from in-person chef interviews and a nationwide survey of more than 400 restaurant owners and operators spanning 47 states with respondents ranging from fine dining establishments to fast-casual venues, breweries, and caterers. "This Revenue growth in 2024 was largely driven by menu price adjustments.

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The 11 Best Restaurant Event Ideas That Actually Bring In New Customers And Keep Regulars Excited

ChowNow

Does the energy feel flat, and the customers look bored. Get some fresh customers through the door and start the neighborhood talking about whats happening in your restaurant again. You need ideas that will wow new customers and get the regulars excited to come back in.

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The Ultimate Guide To Restaurant Marketing: Strategies for Restaurant Operators In 2025

ChowNow

By the time you finish this article, youll know how to approach restaurant marketing the right way and not waste time doing guesswork, crossing your fingers, and then hoping you see new customers walking through the door. Customers have more choices, higher expectations, and countless ways to discover (or overlook) your restaurant.

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Encouraging Diners to Order Direct—Here’s How to Make It Easy

ChowNow

Third-party delivery apps start out as a convenient way to reach new customers, but they always take a significant chunk of your profits. While these platforms do bring in orders, they also come with the price of high commission fees, loss of customer data, and a weaker connection between you and your guests.

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The Cost of B-ing Good

Modern Restaurant Management

B Corp Restaurants As of early 2024, almost 150 restaurants around the world have achieved the certification, from fine-dining independents to fast-casual chains, with hotels, breweries and food delivery companies also dotting the list. A combined score of 80 out of 200 is required.

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The Top 30 BBQ Spots in California Ranked

Restaurant Clicks

This list was created after looking at customer reviews, online rankings, and local recommendations. This spot doesn’t have a large dining space, but many customers return for takeout or to grab a seat outside. The combination of smoky cooking, rich spices, and casual setup keeps people coming back.

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How to improve your happy hour menu

Clover - Restaurants

Have a goal and understand your customer First, you need to be clear about what your goals are for your business. Or, are they willing to pay a premium for unique experiences? Surveying customers or analyzing sales data can help pinpoint which changes to the happy hour menu could spark interest.