Culinary Cues

MAY 1, 2025

Lets take a look: [] RAISING THE BAR Consumers dont know what they dont know, until they know what they didnt know. Untilan artisan bread baker enters the market and shows consumers just how good bread can be. Once introduced to a remarkable product, consumers are less inclined to accept what had been the norm.

Fine Dining

Goliath Consulting

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Here’s a look at the food trends that will capture our taste buds and redefine dining in 2025. As consumers continue to seek sustainable meat alternatives, mushrooms will play a crucial role in plant-based cuisine. From reimagined classics to unique textures and flavor combinations, chefs will have plenty of inspiration to explore.

2025

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 31, 2025

The research found that businesses worldwide – particularly restaurants – intend to experiment more in 2025, especially with customer retention programs like loyalty, as they face the triple challenge of sustained high inflation, shrinking consumer wallets and the need to raise prices across the board.

Marketing

7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

A busy staff means productive staff, which is good for business. There will *always *be something your staff can do to enhance a patron’s dining experience. It’s about walking the fine line between making your customers feel valued and blowing off customers who are waiting to be helped.

Mobile Ordering

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 24, 2024

These trends are driven by Millennial and Gen Z consumers, who are more willing to pay a premium for sustainable products; those consumers also tend to be more online and acutely aware of the impact of business practices on the lives of people and the future of the planet. Is It Worth It?

Certification

ChowNow

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

In this guide, youll learn: Why restaurant apps matter in 2025 and how its the consumer driving the changes The different types of restaurant apps How to make the most of your own branded restaurant app and its many benefits Lets take a closer look at why every restaurant should use apps in 2025. Reservation and table management apps.

2025

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Solo dining – a time dedicated to eating a meal alone at a sit-down restaurant – is an opportunity for diners to practice self care over a meal, whether that be by relaxing and reflecting at the end of a long day or even by engaging the mind with a book or catching up on the news. Just the “cover count.”

Customer Experience

ChowNow

APRIL 11, 2025

Tablets are everywhere in restaurants these days, and with good reason. Slim and stylish is fine, but in a restaurant, function beats form every time. For guests, its a smoother customer experience and more in line with what theyve come to expect from modern dining. Also, look for a tablet that has a strong battery life.

Front of House

Future Food

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Despite the challenges posed by rising living costs and shifting consumer spending patterns, the food and hospitality sector continues to adapt to meet the needs and wants of consumers in Australia. From the rise of AI to the increasing popularity of experiential dining, businesses are adapting creatively to meet new consumer demands.

Hospitality

Perfect Daily Grind

JULY 14, 2025

Although Italy is the second-largest consumer of coffee in Europe, its deeply ingrained mindset about coffee has stalled the growth of the country’s specialty coffee market. Teaching consumers that specialty coffee is a luxury good is the first and highest hurdle, given the country’s traditional café culture.

Café

SpotOn

APRIL 1, 2025

However, getting more guests in seats through outdoor dining can also come at a cost, both in time and money. This not only limits the number of patio tables a server can take, but it also makes it more difficult to give good service. But quoting wait times that are too long could cause waiting parties to dine elsewhere.

Seating

SpotOn

DECEMBER 11, 2024

" They're somewhere between a full-service casual dining restaurant and a quick-service restaurant or fast food chain. It's a sweet spot that has drawn the attention of investors and consumers alike, demonstrated by the runaway success of Cava's IPO and expansion to new locations.

Fast Casual

Black Box Intelligence

JULY 16, 2025

Comp Traffic In This Issue: The Big Picture: Sales and Traffic Trends Segment Focus: Fine Dining Best vs Worst: Region, Segment, and Cuisine Staffing Turnover Review: Full Service June 2025 Restaurant Industry Trends The Big Picture: Sales and Traffic Trends Consumers grew more optimistic in June, breaking a five-month streak of declining sentiment.

2025

EATER

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

But if you’re thinking that you’ve been cooking with sunflower oil your whole life and everything seems fine, you’re probably right. And while this may not account for the sole rise in omega-6 consumption, there’s a good chance red meat is a culprit. Some omega-6 fatty acids are essential for human nutrition. We must have them.

Advertising

Sante

MARCH 24, 2025

12 Wine Wine & Dine Content Cloud Competitions Creative Cocktails First Press Food Gold Star Management May I Quote You? Was it the science of pairing, just the right preparation of food, a vintage of wine that was extraordinary, or just a mood of openness that allowed the diner to take the time to reflect on what was being consumed?

Seminar

Lavu

JUNE 26, 2025

From higher app usage to growing demand for personalized ordering experiences, this data uncovers the trends influencing modern dining behavior. 70% of consumers would rather order from a custom app than a third-party app, via Hospitality Tech. 25% of consumers spend more on off-premise orders. 13% of total U.S.

Mobile Ordering

Lavu

AUGUST 1, 2025

It’s evident that the average consumer will be more likely to leave the house or work towards these periods. Start Serving Small Plates during Off-Peak Hours Modern dining behavior is partial to small plates. The recession can be seen as having changed the meal landscape for dining establishments.

POS

Lavu

AUGUST 8, 2025

Orders are sent to the kitchen instantly, cutting down trips to fixed terminals, speeding up service, and improving the overall dining experience. In fact, a report revealed that 23% of consumers prefer the convenience of paying tableside. This leads to fewer mistakes and a smoother dining experience. Easy Connections with U.S.

POS

Future Food

MARCH 6, 2025

Successful precinct designs are aligned to the key strategy drivers Delivering a modern dining precinct in a club environment demands a holistic strategy that goes beyond architectural or interior design plans.

Fast Casual

Restaurant Engine

JULY 23, 2025

It sets the tone for their entire dining experience. In fact, research from FedEx showed that 76% of consumers entered a store or business they had never visited before, simply based on its signs. 4: Signs Create Impulse Dining Sometimes people decide spontaneously to eat at your restaurant. Good signage helps get the word out.

Social Media

Black Box Intelligence

APRIL 7, 2025

From Fine Dining leading the pack, but also likely being a statistical mirage— to weather continuously influencing performance… It can be easy to get lost in data. Black Box Intelligence sees a more concerning trend: A softening in sales and traffic that mirrors a drop in consumer confidence. Comp Sales -5.7%

2025

Paper Chase Accountancy

JULY 25, 2025

Restaurants and Food Service: Including fine dining, fast casual, QSRs, cafes, and catering. COGS Tracking and Vendor Payment Cycles For restaurants and many other hospitality businesses, Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) is a major expense. Spoilage and waste management: Identifying and minimizing losses from perishable goods.

Hospitality

Web Diner

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Whether you’re running a cozy caf, a bustling bar, or a fine dining establishment, studies show customers’ eyes naturally gravitate to the upper right corner first, creating what industry insiders call the “Golden Triangle.” Or a $12 cocktail and an $18 signature drink? The best part?

Menu

The Rail

APRIL 2, 2025

Thoughtful layouts, creative textures, and vivid materials combine to enthrall guests and revitalize the restaurant's character for long-lasting good influence. These improvements help to create a welcoming environment that promotes longer visits and good word-of-mouth, therefore supporting the restaurant's standing for excellence and flair.

Customer Experience

Apicbase

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Good menu management increases operational efficiency and plays an important role in shaping a restaurant’s identity and brand image. However, managing it manually is both time-consuming and error-prone. With the rise of online dining research, keeping menu information accurate and current has become crucial.

Menu

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 1, 2025

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features dining trends, hiring trends, tech trends, brunch trends, alcohol trends, and egg prices. American Diner Trends Despite a higher cost of living, the average consumer’s dining habits are unchanged.

Pricing

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

COGS Are Key as Hiring Pressures Decline In 2024, 16 percent of operators say analyzing and managing the cost of goods and services and supplier and vendor management are top pain pointscompared to 12 percent in 2023. Inflation (or the increased costs of goods and services) is still a top pain point for operators (15 percent).

Point of Sale

Paper Chase Accountancy

MAY 30, 2025

IRS Audits: Inaccurate or incomplete records can trigger costly and time-consuming IRS audits, leading to significant penalties and fines. COGS Reports (Cost of Goods Sold): Update inventory levels (for key ingredients) and calculate weekly COGS based on purchases and usage. Adjust COGS based on actual inventory consumed.

Bar

Paper Chase Accountancy

MAY 20, 2025

POS System: A good POS system tracks sales and integrates with your bookkeeping software. Therefore, outsourcing can be a strategic move, enabling restaurant owners to leverage expert knowledge, save time and money, and focus on what they do best: providing a memorable dining experience.

Cash Management

Black Box Intelligence

JUNE 20, 2025

Especially in the face of the rapidly eroding consumer optimism in recent months. The University of Michigan’s Consumer Sentiment Index remained at its lowest level in May since July 2022. This is when consumers were contending with the highest inflation rates in over 40 years. Comp Sales -1.0% Comp Sales -1.0%

2025

Sante

MAY 8, 2025

12 Wine Wine & Dine Content Cloud Competitions Creative Cocktails First Press Food Gold Star Management May I Quote You? Pleasant strawberry fruitiness with a slight piquancy, a chalky minerality and good acidity in the finish. Simple and softer but well-structured with cotton candy flavors. 2023 Château Cantemerle ($27).

2025

EATER

APRIL 30, 2025

Maybe your mom is dead, or you dont have a good relationship with her or both! Chocolates: a classic for a reason Alongside flowers (see next item), chocolates are the gold-standard Mothers Day gift, and for good reason: Chocolates are both extremely delicious and an effective way of conveying your love for someone.

Food

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features news of Drinksgiving and Thanksgiving trends, FSR challenges, and "out-of-the-box" dining habits. For Gen Z in particular, easy online ordering and the use of social media as a restaurant discovery tool have become the norm.

2025

Sante

MARCH 16, 2025

12 Wine Wine & Dine Content Cloud Competitions Creative Cocktails First Press Food Gold Star Management May I Quote You? Soft cherry and ripe plum fruitiness with good finishing acidity. Ripe fruitiness with hints of green stems, good depth of flavors, chewy tannins. 2017 Tahuan Tahuantinsuyu Cabernet Sauvignon ($17).

2025

Black Box Intelligence

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Comp Traffic Best Region: New England Best Segment: Quick Service Best Cuisine: Chicken Worst Region: NY-NJ Worst Segment: Fine Dining Worst Cuisine: Sandwich November 2024 brought a surprising wave of strong performance for the restaurant industry. At the same time, consumers are seemingly willing to spend more on going out to eat.

2024

Paper Chase Accountancy

MAY 22, 2025

In times of economic uncertainty, the hospitality industry is affected by equity-market downturns that can create revenue-crushing reactions – hurting both consumers and operators alike. Looking back at the most recent recession, dining out dropped 8.8% Notably, Fine Dining establishments experienced stagnant sales rates.

Hospitality

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Guests are dining out more often than last year and and rewarding great service, with the highest tips at bars and fine dining restaurants, according to hospitality industry data from Lightspeed Commerce Inc. Key findings include: Tipping is on the rise : Good news for servers: diners aren’t skimping on tips.

Fast Casual