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

ChowNow

Maybe hosting an event could pump some new life into your restaurant. We searched high and low for every restaurant event idea out there, then boiled them down to what we believe are the most exciting and effective restaurant events to keep regulars ecstatic and new customers talking.

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Turning Your Outdoor Spaces into Winter Havens

Modern Restaurant Management

For many restaurateurs and brewery managers, outdoor patios and beer gardens are key moneymakers during warmer months. This broad applicability and versatility ensures consistent warmth across different areas of the resort, such as patios and dining areas, observation or event decks, and cold-weather areas.

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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 Notably, establishments that embraced change reported stronger performance metrics.

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

ChowNow

Instagram and TikTok are great for visually appealing dishes and behind-the-scenes content, while Facebook is useful for updates, events, and engaging with local communities. Participate in local events and sponsorships. Being present at local events puts your restaurant in front of potential customers in an organic, meaningful way.

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17 Restaurant Promotion Ideas To Boost Orders And Customer Loyalty

ChowNow

If youve got a big outdoor patio, maybe a summer evening special event is the best move. These recurring events give existing customers a reason to come back regularly, and give new customers something to talk about. Pop-Up Kitchen Takeovers Customers love seeing your brand in unexpected places, like a farmers market or local brewery.

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Collaborations That Make Sense for Restaurants

Goliath Consulting

Offer post-workout discounts or smoothie samples Sponsor a local class or pop-up event Co-host wellness challenges with mutual giveaways 3. Partner on holiday pop-ups Offer snacks or sips during in-store events Bundle a dining discount with a retail purchase (and vice versa) 6.

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

ChowNow

By tracking overall ordering patterns, you can adjust your marketing strategy to highlight popular ordering times, seasonal menu trends, or special events that bring in more orders. Partner with local businesses to spread the message: Team up with coffee shops, breweries, or boutiques in your neighborhood to cross-promote each other.

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