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‘Repurposed Spaces Offer Three Key Advantages for a Fast-Casual Brand: Cost, Time, and Customers.’

Modern Restaurant Management

With big-box retailers closing up shop, more than 140 million square feet of desirable retail space has become available, presenting the opportunity for restaurants such as fast-casual concepts to expand their businesses. In more recent years, there's been a wider adoption of fast-casual concepts. Has it evolved?

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Fast-Casual Academia, Climatarian Menu and Ice Auction

Modern Restaurant Management

” says Amber Sheppo, SVP, Licensing, Endemol Shine North America. Food trucks, pop-up supper clubs, fast-casual restaurants, and brewpubs are all a part of the unique culinary fabric of this country. Learn About Fast-Casual Dining. ” says Antonio Primo, Managing Partner, VC Capital Holdings.

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2024 Outlook: Restaurant Trends and Challenges, Part One

Modern Restaurant Management

– Amy Chen, COO, UPSIDE Foods License Plate Recognition (LPR) is already playing a vital role in business security infrastructure. Currently, License Plate Recognition is used to improve safety at drive-thrus by monitoring license plates and reporting incident disputes in case of investigations.

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Average Restaurant Profit Margins: What They Are And How to Improve Yours

ChowNow

Restaurant type: Whether you run a fine dining, fast casual, or quick service concept plays a big role in potential margins. Add in things like equipment repairs, licensing fees, and other expenses, and youre constantly fighting to stay ahead of significant cost increases. Theres no one-size-fits-all number.

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Reopening a Restaurant in a New Location? Don’t Skip This Step

The Rail

Is your restaurant casual and quirky? Handle Licenses, Permits, and Inspections Early Opening day cant happen without the right paperwork. Licenses and permits dont always transfer from one location to another, so check with your local health department, city planning office, and fire marshal. Elegant and upscale?

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Boosting Profits One Sip at a Time: The Power of Specialty Beverages

Modern Restaurant Management

For restaurants with liquor licenses, catering to millennials is key. Remain Price-conscious : Price matters in fast-food and fast-casual restaurants, ranking second among the factors customers consider. Millennials and Mocktails : House-made cocktails can be a draw, but most respondents prefer non-alcoholic options.

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Owning a Bar: Everything You Need to Know

7 Shifts

Will it be a casual neighborhood bar or a more upscale establishment? Sorting Out Paperwork and Licensing Below is a breakdown of the licenses and documentation you'll need: Business license : The cost of registering your business will vary by state and includes a registration and filing fee.

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