Squirrel Systems

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

Connecting restaurant industry trends to your business growth and foodservice reach in 2021 This article sheds insights into what restaurant operators can learn from key restaurant industry trends in consumer behavior and foodservice operations in 2021 to keep their restaurants accessible to consumers and secure the bottom line.

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Notch

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

The study compared neurologic effects in people who had received discounts for goods and services, versus a control group who were not given any discounts. Overall, the study showed that receiving a discount for goods and services makes people happier and less stressed. That means more bums in seats, more sales and more profit.

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Notch

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

The study compared neurologic effects in people who had received discounts for goods and services, versus a control group who were not given any discounts. Overall, the study showed that receiving a discount for goods and services makes people happier and less stressed. That means more bums in seats, more sales and more profit.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

The organization is run by Veterans and former First Responders with a passion for helping heroes in search of their next calling and offers a variety of programs to help veterans and current and former first responders succeed within the franchising space.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 20, 2021

Since morning meal visits are habitual, recovery for this daypart will depend on consumers returning to workplaces and schools. The ability for restaurants, particularly full service restaurants, to operate at total capacity, consumer comfort with dining in, and more business and recreational travel will aid recovery at the dinner daypart.

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Touch Bistro

MAY 26, 2021

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. They’ll appreciate subtlety, such as a beautiful flower arrangement in America’s favorite colors, or one well-crafted menu with a special of the day.

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BNG Point of Sale

JULY 16, 2021

A high turnover rate means people come back often enough because they like your menu selection so there is less urgency associated with their visit which results in longer stay times for guests and increased spending per customer. These important business models are what profitable restaurants don’t take lightly.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 14, 2020

“Virtual kitchens are a unique franchising opportunity that gives us a new and innovative way to capitalize on consumer trends at a low cost,” said Laura Rea Dickey, CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. We are offering a groundbreaking conversion opportunity with our new Fazoli’s 2020 Franchise Incentive Program.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 22, 2021

We are continuing to expand to new locations and introduce new menu items – you never know what we have up our sleeves. A 1,400-square foot model without interior seating is also currently in development and will be equipped with a drive-thru and walk-up order window. Good 2020 for Mountain Mike's. percent over 2019.

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Touch Bistro

JULY 15, 2021

While you’re building your website, make sure you’re mindful of where you’re including key business information – your menu, contact information, hours, and location are some important places to start! Update Your Online Menu. Help customers find exactly what they’re looking for by updating your online restaurant menu.

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Apicbase

JUNE 16, 2023

Remember, data is only as good as what you do with it. For example, you can use sales data to track trends in customer spending and identify your most profitable menu items. On the other hand, if your restaurant operates with a seasonal menu, quarterly metrics could be more revealing. Ideally, variance should be zero.

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The Food Corridor

MARCH 27, 2023

But moving to a delivery- only model has been made possible recently by advances in technology and changes in consumer habits. This article is a good starting point to learn the cloud kitchen basics. Cloud kitchen menu items are optimized for ease of production and reliability of food quality upon delivery.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 4, 2020

This edition of MRM Research Roundup features the Restaurant Resilience Index, the impact of reviews, shifitng consumer preferences and the importance of rewards. Customers want to be understanding, but still expect good service from their local business. Good management of online reviews can make a difference.

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7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

The ripple effects of the pandemic continue: the National Restaurant Association finds that off-premises dining continues to happen much more frequently than before, with 66% of consumers more likely to order takeout in 2023 than they were before the pandemic. OpenTable seats around 1.6 Apple | Android 4. Apple | Android 5.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 20, 2019

Since then, the couple has worked to streamline operations and build-out the menu, while also repositioning the brand for expansion. ” “To us, a good brand starts with the quality of the product and we knew early on that the product was great. The menu may vary by location.

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7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

The ripple effects of the pandemic continue: the National Restaurant Association finds that off-premises dining continues to happen much more frequently than before, with 66% of consumers more likely to order takeout in 2023 than they were before the pandemic. OpenTable seats around 1.6 Apple | Android 4. Apple | Android 5.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 19, 2020

PopID accounts also tie to loyalty programs for automatic credit with every purchase. launched US Foods Ghost Kitchens, a program designed to guide restaurant operators every step of the way when opening their own operation, helping them easily add a new revenue stream. US Foods Ghost Kitchens. US Foods Holding Corp.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Among the highlights: Online Ordering sales of pizza (+9 percent), burgers (+10 percent), and fried chicken (+5 percent) were up from last year, but the largest trend in online ordering was sandwiches and wraps as guests give up on slapping bread together at home and restaurants pivot to menu items that travel well.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 5, 2020

TouchBistro acquired Boston-based TableUp, a provider of loyalty and marketing solutions for the restaurant industry. and will enable TouchBistro to fully integrate customer loyalty and guest marketing into its all-in-one point-of-sale (POS) and restaurant management platform. TouchBistro Acquires TableUp.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 28, 2021

The brand’s commitment to each guest service experience is the focal point of upcoming menu innovation, value-based choices, and a portfolio of new organic food and beverage educational content. “The Juicey Awards are about honoring our passionate store owners. ." Grand Ave, Chicago, Illinois 60651.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 17, 2021

Features of the new restaurant design were determined following a thorough brand study on drive-thru operations and Guest habits, and include a double drive-thru lane, parking stalls for curbside pickup, a walk-up window, and patio seating. Customers also have the choice to customize their own creations. We want them to be set for success."

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 27, 2020

In this edition of MRM News Bites, we feature the Takeout For Good Effort on June 2 and a host of products designed to help restaurants keep guests and staff safer as they reopen. Takeout For Good. GroupRaise is inviting restaurants across the country to join their Takeout For Good initiative happening on June 2.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

The James Beard Foundation’s programs exist to serve and bolster people at different points in their careers. The Awards are one of these programs.” . “We know that seismic changes continue to take place within the food and media industries. ” said Dawn Padmore, VP of Awards.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

In Arkansas, ordering buffalo ribs will land you a plate of fried fish—seasoned, battered ribs cut from local big-boned buffalo fish. Founded by Joe and Molassis Watson in 1905, it started as a sandwich shop out of their home, with Joe later adding catfish and buffalo ribs to the menu.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 28, 2020

As restaurants do everything they can to survive these winter months, we continue to see shifts in how consumers are using restaurants. While most consumers will eventually shift some of their dining back to on-premise, most consumers will still often opt for the convenience of drive-thru, pick-up and delivery.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

Today, with his great-granddaughter Lisa at the helm, the national restaurant and consumer-packaged goods business has a workforce of 10,000. “Team member tenure at White Castle is unprecedented in our industry, and that loyalty absolutely goes both ways.” Nathan's Famous in France. Nathan’s Famous, Inc.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 16, 2020

tariffs on goods from China. Rakuten Ready’s ROI Study found that most consumers thought ordering in person or using the drive-thru would be fastest. Of consumers surveyed, 75% reported skipping a long line is the top reason they would use Order for Pickup. ports covered by Global Port Tracker handled 1.82 That was up 5.7

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 19, 2020

Consumers are able to find the new COVID – 19 section on business pages across all categories, which will include new features such as: Updated Services : Businesses can now share if they offer dine-in service, in-person visits or virtual service offerings. PPP Forgiveness Links and EZ App. Yelp Adds COVID-19 Help Features.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 1, 2021

In this edition of MRM Research Roundup, we feature top foods of 2021, customer satisfaction, the Good Food 100 and shopping sentiments, State of the Plate. Seasonal Favorites. This one, fielded May 25-28, 2021 included 805 respondents and seems to be a good indicator of future behavior. Good Food Confidence. Dutch lager.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 31, 2019

They touched on topics such as delivery, ghost (dark) kitchens, automation, plant-based menu items, food waste, sustainability, staffing and retention and more. Even cost of sales may go down as the ghost kitchen typically has a smaller, more manageable menu. Plant-based Menu Items. Jim Collins, CEO at Kitchen United.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

Limitations and consumer demand. When asked what they believe consumer demand is for dining out now compared to before the pandemic, only three percent unsurprisingly said demand is the same as it previously was. Half of restaurants will invest in making their patio a cold weather seating option, while the other half will not.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 7, 2021

Saudi Arabia had a successful pop-up store at the 2019 Riyadh Season and is opening its first permanent store in Jeddah this summer. To showcase bold new flavors, On The Border has elevated its menu, and the innovative new dishes will be available for guests visiting North Point.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

Allen comes to Checkers & Rally’s with a proven track record of success in the restaurant industry and deep expertise across brand strategy, menu and marketing, franchising, restaurant technology, and restaurant operations, among other disciplines. In 2019, Taco John’s unveiled an updated brand and restaurant design.

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