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MRM Research Roundup: Mid-April 2020 Edition

Modern Restaurant Management

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features the dismal March restaurant sales, security, loyalty, trends and teen consumer behaviors. Fine dining and upscale casual were the worst performing segments during March based on same-store sales growth. March Sales Decline. percent in March. .

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MRM Franchise Feed: Bad Ass Gets Bigger and New Prototype for Bagel Boss

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The new restaurants — as well as upgrades to existing locations — will adapt the company’s new, modern, and inviting “Fresh Forward” design and meet the needs of today’s consumer with comfortable guest indoor dining spaces as well as numerous delivery and order ahead options, with a strong digital first strategy.

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MRM Franchise Feed: Sandwiches Up North and Taco John’s Gets Aggressive

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In addition, Taco John’s is rolling out a systemwide remodel program to match its updated branding, driving its popularity among young consumers. The drive-thru feature is a first for the fast casual brand, which has previously focused on eat-in cafés and kiosks.

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Tamper-Proof Delivery and TacoTuesday.com

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Lake Shore: Inspired by icy paletas, this cocktail offers a taste of Chicago summer that’s good all year round, with Teavana® Zen Clouds Oolong, El Tesoro Añejo Tequila, Mango Yogurt Syrup, Mango Popsicle, Lime Juice, Lime Zest, and Sea Salt Tincture. Local Collaborations. Creating a Positive Impact.

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Social Media for Restaurants: 20 Effective Strategies To Boost Your Social Presence Online

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Gives your establishment a human touch 86% of consumers admitted that authenticity is a deciding factor when choosing brands to support. For example, casual dining restaurants might post 3-4 times a week, while fine dining establishments might post 1-2 times a week. Include columns for the date, content type, platform, and any notes.

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Safe Distancing Tech and a Farewell to Foam

Modern Restaurant Management

The company is exploring collaborations with corporate partners and charities, as well as merchandise sales, to keep its mission alive. "When Contactless Order & Pay aims to ease consumer hesitation around dining out, putting the power of ordering and payments in guests’ pockets. ” BWW GO. .

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4th of July Specials for Restaurants: Promotions and Ideas for 2021

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And Independence Day 2021 may be the busiest one yet, with 46% of American consumers reporting that they’re excited to dine out again as pandemic restrictions are loosened. Conversely, if your restaurant is more casual, diners may be more willing to go completely red, white, and blue for the day. And speaking of merchandise… 9.

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