EATER

MAY 5, 2023

A growing number of fast food chains are experimenting with seatless locations with only takeout or drive-thru options. Getty Images/iStockphoto As diners increasingly turn to delivery, the future of fast food may be one with no human interaction at all. People just aren’t hanging out at fast food joints the way they used to.

Fast Casual 109

Fast Casual Food Food Order Mobile Ordering 109

7 Shifts

AUGUST 12, 2020

So far, 2020 has thrown marketing plans, advertising budgets, and restaurant growth out of the window. But as restaurants reopen and business starts to pick up again, it’s important you pick up your marketing plan too. Their business is built on the power of word of mouth—one of, if not the most useful marketing tools in the book.

Marketing 418

Marketing 2020 SEO Loyalty Program 418

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 19, 2022

For most successful brands, the way out is clear: become more digital, become more data-driven, operate more efficiently, move the marketing needle. But for most successful brands, the way out is clear: become more digital, become more data-driven, operate more efficiently, move the marketing needle.

Food Supply 199

Food Supply Restaurant Law Email Marketing Mobile Ordering 199

Goliath Consulting

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

The fast-casual brand Dave’s Hot Chicken has now more than 200 units committed despite its franchise initiative being just launched in October 2019 (3). The franchisor already went through the pains of trial and error and the expense of branding, marketing and putting systems in place,” says Daskowski (4).

Franchise 157

Franchise Franchising 2021 Fast Casual 157

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 30, 2021

Founded in 2006, Just Salad is the fast-casual restaurant industry’s leading proponent of zero-waste practices. “The market is still ripe for continued expansion and growth,” said Kapoor. “Their continued growth demonstrates the viability, feasibility and desirability of circular business models.”

Franchise 203

Franchise Franchising Fast Casual Point of Sale 203

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 17, 2020

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features consumers' dining desires, the power of personalization and the untapped opportunity in localized marketing. Quick service and fast casual segments continue outperforming full-service restaurants by a very wide margin.

2020 197

2020 Loyalty Program Mobile Ordering Fast Casual 197

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Restaurant marketing strategy, design, and internal systems will evolve for independents and chains alike in the coming year. In 2021, restaurant marketing strategy, restaurant design, and internal systems—for independents and chains alike—will evolve, and technology and robotics will become commonplace.

2021 191

2021 Email Marketing Online Ordering Advertising 191

7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Whichever way you go, remember that for every new restaurant you open, you'll need to conduct any necessary market research and document your planning process with a business plan and a feasibility study. Switching from a fast-casual concept to fine dining can allow for a nice change of pace. Developing a New Concept.

Management 370

Management Management Document Hiring 370

EATER

OCTOBER 24, 2023

In an email to Eater, Jammet said Eng is a regular Sweetgreen customer, and that more collaborations with chefs are in the works. Sweetgreen moving into the dinner space is yet another example of the eroding lines between fast casual and fine dining, indie and mainstream. Carbone is a chain.

Fast Casual 96

Fast Casual Email Marketing 2014 Fine Dining 96

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2020

We quickly pivoted to offer Family Meals To Go and have continued to expand our third-party delivery partnerships in key markets, which has contributed to our continued growth, even during one of the most difficult years on record for so many restaurants. Dennis Becker, CEO, Mobivity.

2020 180

2020 Online Ordering Fast Casual Point of Sale 180

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 2, 2021

And the last few Data Marketing Association (DMA) reports find that direct mail is becoming increasingly more persuasive over time. The latest DMA report found that direct mail had a higher response rate than email, social media, and paid search — even if you combined them all and THEN tripled their response rates.

Social Media 189

Social Media Point of Sale Email Marketing Fast Casual 189

7 Shifts

JANUARY 7, 2021

As restaurants reopen and business starts to pick up again, it’s important you pick up your marketing plan, too. To help, we’ve created the ultimate restaurant marketing guide, covering strategy, creative, branding, marketing channels, paid and unpaid advertising, and so much more. What are they ordering?

Marketing 195

Marketing 2021 SEO Loyalty Program 195

Black Box Intelligence

MARCH 26, 2020

This new report breaks down percentages of locations operating at a limited capacity or are fully closed, broken down by segment (quick service, fast casual, family dining, casual dining and upscale casual). For validation purposes, please email from your restaurant company email address. .

Operations 60

Operations Fast Casual Email Marketing Casual 60

Sling

JULY 24, 2023

There is an ever-growing market of specialized software for all of the outside-the-kitchen things restaurateurs have to think about. In addition, Toast offers products ranging from payroll and tips management to inventory management , email marketing and more.

2023 78

2023 Management Management Tip Distribution 78

Restaurant Engine

DECEMBER 23, 2020

According to Market Watch , the pandemic has more than doubled the business of food-delivery apps. Whether you’re fast casual, fine dining, or something in between, pivoting to takeaway meal options as well as in person options will serve you well. #5: 6: Double Down on Marketing. 5: Review Your Menu Options.

2021 112

2021 Online Ordering Fine Dining Mobile Ordering 112

Black Box Intelligence

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Here’s how to increase restaurant sales with the right blend of incentives and restaurant marketing strategies. in fast casual restaurants in Q3 compared to Q2. Refine your restaurant marketing strategy. Email is also an important strategy because of its high ROI. Restaurant sales data trends. Sales are down 2.5%

Guest Recovery 80

Guest Recovery Loyalty Program Email Marketing Customer Service 80

Goliath Consulting

JANUARY 6, 2019

Once the restaurant’s training, inventory, financials, and human resources are aligned, Clay Darden, Goliath’s Marketing Manager works within the community to drive sales and volume. He will manage social media accounts to create a noticeable online presence and create trackable promotions to increase the marketing budget efficiency.

Management 60

Management Management Front of House Back of House 60

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 28, 2020

And three, above all, we see the need for digital marketing automation continuing and growing into 2021 and beyond. Companies rushed to market with new digital solutions out of necessity and customers were satisfied with the initial products. Now brands are trying to balance speed to market and operational readiness.

2021 230

2021 Mobile Ordering Loyalty Program Kitchen Safety 230

Restaurant Engine

AUGUST 9, 2023

Upgrade your marketing strategy and tactics to next level your restaurant. If you are a fast casual restaurant, provide recycling bins. Tip #4: Unleash Your Website Your website is your most powerful marketing feature. Those who love your restaurant will tell everyone they know, and this is free, invaluable marketing.

Compost 52

Compost Recycling Website Management Employee Relations 52

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Chris Prociv, VP Marketing & Innovation at La Brea Bakery. They continued to expand their menus to a point where inconsistency became more of the norm from market to market. Growing new markets and adding new franchisees became more important than maintaining the standards that the brand has focused on early on.

2020 197

2020 Kitchen Safety Food Safety Loyalty Program 197

Open for Business

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Quick links Market research and business plan Location and layout Budgeting and costs Licenses and legal requirements Creating the menu Staffing Technology and systems Marketing and branding Opening your restaurant Market research and business plan Market research and crafting a solid business plan are foundational steps in opening a restaurant.

License 78

License Email Marketing Seasonal Menu Front of House 78

Lavu

MARCH 6, 2020

At the heart of restaurant technology for marketing is customer analytics. The three important aspects of improving customer service include customer engagement, digital marketing channels, and customer relationship management (CRM) integration. . Email marketing or reaching out to customers via email.

Technology 78

Technology Marketing Loyalty Program Social Media 78

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 22, 2021

“This new model will allow our franchisees to go-to-market quicker than ever before, while reducing the overall development and operational costs,” said Jim Stevens, president of Golden Chick. INAA will develop 10 restaurants in the Dallas-Fort Worth market, with the first location scheduled to open this year.

Franchise 203

Franchise Franchising 2020 2021 203

Touch Bistro

MAY 26, 2021

Conversely, if your restaurant is more casual, diners may be more willing to go completely red, white, and blue for the day. Marketing and Promotions. Use marketing strategies such as social media (Facebook and Instagram), restaurant email marketing , your website, direct mail, and paid advertising. Download Now.

Specials 111

Specials 2021 Merchandise Mobile Ordering 111

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 15, 2020

The best performing segments during Q4 (and those that achieved positive same-store sales growth) were family dining, fine dining and upscale casual. Upscale casual also achieved positive sales growth during Q4 but experienced a small dip in sales for the entire year compared with 2018. For more information, click here.

2020 110

2020 Point of Sale Online Ordering Consumer Goods 110

Margin Edge

APRIL 27, 2020

Then we broke the responses out between fast-casual and non-fast casual. It’s no surprise that we saw that a higher percentage of fast casual models were able to keep their model the same or somewhat the same while full-service showed a high percentage of needing to pivot their models completely.

Fast Casual 52

Fast Casual Customer Service Insurance Delivery 52

Ordyx

MARCH 19, 2019

​The designs and layout should be based on the type of restaurant, obviously, a fast-casual place is more laid back then a full-service one. About the Author: Stephanie Gabriel Stephanie Gabriel is a Marketing Intern at Ordyx POS and a soon-to-be graduate of Florida Atlantic University.

Front of House 52

Front of House Back of House Email Marketing Fast Casual 52

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features the National Restaurant Association's State of the Indusrty Report, food industry pressures, foodservice opportunities, influencer marketing, foot traffic analysis and the dining-out dollar. 2020 State of the Restaurant Industry.

2020 192

2020 Influencer Point of Sale Food Safety 192

EATER

AUGUST 26, 2021

Its founder, Alp Franko, says he doesn’t have enough revenue data to predict too far into the future, but some research he’s seen suggests the market might “double or triple” in the coming years, while other reports predict that ghost kitchens could transform into a $1 trillion industry over the next decade. It’s a vicious cycle.

Dine-in 102

Dine-in Delivery Equipment Fast Casual 102

7 Shifts

DECEMBER 18, 2023

This keeps information from getting lost in the text and email shuffle. Many fast food chains already have successful kiosk setups, with McDonald’s being the most prominent. This information can then influence your marketing initiatives. Employee retention Employee turnover is a huge challenge in the current restaurant market.

Management 397

Management Management Email Marketing Point of Sale 397

EATER

JUNE 28, 2021

Connors, who recently managed two popular fast-casual restaurants in Portland, recognizes that as consumer behavior shifts toward convenience — and as restaurant business models shift to keep up — it will be difficult (if not impossible) for restaurants to survive without establishing a presence on delivery platforms.

Delivery 99

Delivery Restaurant Law Email Marketing Customer Service 99

BNG Point of Sale

OCTOBER 7, 2021

With customer email information, A POS can even help to more effectively pinpoint your marketing efforts. Auto totals for fast and correct billing. For Management: Menu importing, integration, and fast editing. Emailed or printed receipts are instantly provided, and gift cards or loyalty programs can be easily applied.

Point of Sale 52

Point of Sale 2021 POS Loyalty Program 52

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 14, 2020

In this edition of MRM News Bites, we feature robots in fast food, virtual education and chef-inspired, plant-based ice cream. Customers will see Black-owned carousels on DoorDash in select markets including Washington D.C, Openness Moving Forward : Market from weaknesses and allow them to become your strength. bags & 2 lb.

Mobile Ordering 164

Mobile Ordering Certification Loyalty Program Kitchen Safety 164

Web Diner

JANUARY 10, 2019

Businesses across multiple industries harness the power of the internet, email and social media to reach a select, segmented group of prospects who fit the profile for the ideal target demographic. At first blush, it may seem as though digital marketing is where it’s at these days. Posters and Flyers. Call now to schedule a live demo.

Marketing 28

Marketing Social Media Email Marketing Fast Casual 28

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

But while some may predict a future with burger-flipping robots, it’s hard to imagine tech taking the place of a skilled line cook, experienced server, or seasoned marketer. For fast-casual or QSR brands, digital tableside ordering is equally beneficial. Marketing Automation to Maximize Team Bandwidth.

Technology 225

Technology Loyalty Program Fast Casual Email Marketing 225

Indoor Media

SEPTEMBER 26, 2017

You know you need restaurant promotions to bring in new customers, but when you’re a fast-casual restaurant owner, this is often at the bottom of a very long to-do list, especially if you’re just starting out. Check out these tips to avoid these advertising mistakes we’ve seen fast-casual restaurants make over the years.

Fast Casual 78

Fast Casual Advertising Casual Social Media 78

Foodable

MAY 3, 2022

800 Degrees Go currently operates out of 40 Reef locations in 13 markets and expect to open 100 more units this year, according to the press release. These plans and Reef’s current deal with 800 Degrees Go are one and the same, 800 Degrees CEO Tommy Lee wrote in an email to Restaurant Dive.

Email Marketing 72

Email Marketing Small Business 2022 Operations 72