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Five Casual Dining Design Trends Worth Replicating

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By July 2021, OpenTable reported that reservations had returned to normal after plunging by two-thirds during the pandemic. If you happen to own a casual dining establishment, it’s even better: The global fast casual restaurants market is expected to grow by $186.27 And things are only looking up for the industry.

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Table Turnover Rate in Your Restaurant: How to Improve & Seat Incomplete Parties

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For example, a casual restaurant usually has a higher turnover rate. Efficiently manage reservations: Ensure that the booking system is organized and avoids overbooking to prevent delays in table turnover. Use technology, such as a restaurant management software, to track who chose to reserve a table, and manage waitlists effectively.

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MRM EXCLUSIVE: Lessons Learned From Two Years of Socially Distanced Restaurant Management

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Reports show that 81 percent of fine dining establishments, 78 percent of family restaurants, and 77 percent of fast-casual spots added curbside pickup, pivoting away from dine-in services after March 2020. consumers being new to ordering meal delivery services (up from 47 percent in March 2021). meal delivery consumer spending.

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13 Restaurants with Outdoor Dining in Washington DC

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Upper West Side Cafe Lulu’s Wine Garden Laos in Town DC Corazon Hedy’s Rooftop Immigrant Food Equinox Restaurant Compass Rose Calico Dukes’ Grocery Hi-Lawn Blackwall Hitch Ruthie’s All Day. Attached to a squash club, Upper West Side is unique because the atmosphere is casual and inviting, yet the decor is chic and modern. Order Online.

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Five Tips for the Best Customer Experience During COVID-19

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Businesses have been forced to pivot away from on-premises dining to offer on-line ordering and take-out services. Whether fine-dining or fast casual, great service now revolves around the customer experience you bring to every interaction. The people that answer the phone for takeout orders are now your frontline for customers.

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Seafood Restaurants in D.C. You Don’t Want to Miss

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From lobster rolls to fresh, flaky fish and fish sandwiches, to fried shrimp and grilled octopus, the options are endless when it comes to ordering seafood. If available, do yourself a favor and order their Scallops served over a bed of gnocchi to start. Make a Reservation. Call to Make a Reservation. Make a Reservation.

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17 Wilmington Restaurants to Check Out This Week

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It can be tricky when you’re trying to find different food choices. Places that put just as much focus on the service as the food tend to get great reviews and give you more bang for your buck. Order Online. It is a place where you can kick back and spend quality time with family and friends while enjoying great food.