Ken Burgin

JULY 17, 2022

Finalise the Festive Menus – it may be months away, but customers want menu and price certainty. Think about how to deliver a great experience with fewer staff – that might mean more self-service and product outsourcing. Promote Gift Hampers and Vouchers for corporate customers, and as gifts for ‘friends who have everything’.

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Goliath Consulting

APRIL 28, 2022

Hybrid restaurants provide food sections in which customers can sit down and enjoy a meal or a drink, and then they can make their way to the market section where they can buy “take-home and takeout and satisfies grab-and-go appetites.” 1 Some hybrid restaurants offer merchandise, cookbooks, and kitchen equipment as well. Multipurpose.

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Mad Mobile

MARCH 1, 2024

Depending on how you use them, they could revolutionize how you interact with your customers. Boosting revenue: a closer look The discussion around restaurant tablets centers on two different modes of deployment: customer-driven and server-driven tablets. It’s not just about one aspect of the customer journey either.

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7 Shifts

MARCH 27, 2020

Consider things like merchandise sales, inventory sales, or private cooking lessons. What measures can you take to make customers feel more comfortable ordering from you? Whether you decide to close your restaurant partially or fully, it’s important to communicate your decision properly to staff and customers.

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Perfect Daily Grind

DECEMBER 2, 2019

By making the most of the increased foot traffic and sales you’ll experience, you could start your 2020 off on a better financial footing, while enhancing your customers’ holidays at the same time. Offering customers limited edition, themed treats is a great way to get them into the festive spirit. Credit: Ana Valencia .

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EATER

AUGUST 19, 2021

As restaurateurs got creative to make up for lost income during the pandemic, many saw opportunity in selling more than just graphic tees and totes to customers who wanted to show their support. The first part of any project is always about getting to know the client, to learn about their personal stories and who their customers are.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 29, 2019

But what if I told you it is not the only place where you can find innovation, that if you go to the next food show and not find a product that dazzles you, that there are other channels to bring something new and different to your customers. Bringing customers value by reducing friction. Innovation Through Service.

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Future Food

MARCH 24, 2020

Use social media but use it tastefully The key to remember is that the online personality of your business has to match both the in-store experience and the profile of your customers. Use digital communications to draw customers in and then deliver the best. Island Market in restaurant on brand experience.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 17, 2020

“It’s encouraging to see consumers continue to rally and support local businesses, with many planning to purchase merchandise, specialty items and gift cards as holiday gifts.” “Consumers are showing an increased appetite for skipping big meal prep to order in or experiment with meal kits.”

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Restaurant Clicks

JANUARY 21, 2020

Follow our guide on How To Build Your Restaurant Brand and learn how to present the best version of your restaurant to your customers! Your restaurant’s brand is the sum of the public’s experience with your restaurant. Merchandise. There’s much more that goes into the restaurant experience than good food or cheap prices.

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BNG Point of Sale

OCTOBER 8, 2021

A similar tool not only rings up merchandise, it improves sales, service, and the way your business functions. Additionally, it logs cash payments and honors gift cards and loyalty deals which aid customer conversion. Improved Customer Service. A Mobile POS revolutionizes the in-store experience.

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Restaurant Clicks

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

This Abilene’s intimate space hosts local, regional, and international musicians to entertain their customers as they enjoy a drink. In addition, Abilene also hosts numerous special events on specific dates (check out their calendar to see what’s planned for this coming holiday.) The bartenders are very friendly to customers.

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Future Food

SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

Corporate Catering at Metropolis Function Centre Image via Event Birdie. The Future of Commercial Catering - Customer Satisfaction and the Moment of Truth. Feedback – customer satisfaction - can now be given and measured in an instant wherever that sandwich is eaten! No second chances! No second chances!

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 29, 2019

In this edition of MRM News Bites, we feature Fat Sal’s Deli, El Pollo Loco, Green Rabbit, Smart Foodservice, Slice,A&G Real Estate Partners, Mastercard, Temporis, The Flavor Experience and Chicken Guy! We are excited to serve new and existing customers in the greater Idaho Falls and Pocatello areas.”

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Notch

JANUARY 23, 2019

This change should be subtle enough so as not to offend your regulars, and compounding over time, saving 5% on 100 preparations of a dish can add up to a lot of savings, while not compromising the experience for your guests. Sure, it takes some oversight—and maintaining a great guest experience is a must.

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BNG Point of Sale

JULY 16, 2021

It is one of the most vital key performance indicators (KPIs) for any type of establishment with food – which makes sense because without this crucial information there would not be enough revenue coming in from customers each day (or week). These important business models are what profitable restaurants don’t take lightly.

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Notch

JANUARY 23, 2019

This change should be subtle enough so as not to offend your regulars, and compounding over time, saving 5% on 100 preparations of a dish can add up to a lot of savings, while not compromising the experience for your guests. Sure, it takes some oversight—and maintaining a great guest experience is a must.

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Touch Bistro

APRIL 27, 2021

It’s clear that a well-design restaurant website is key to getting customers in the door (or ordering online), but great restaurant website design is a lot harder to achieve than you might think. Email Sign-Up Forms: Even if you don’t have a loyalty program, collecting customer emails is a great way to stay in touch with your guests.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

To further illustrate Jimmy John’s actions toward aggressive growth, the brand recently held a three-day national hiring event aimed toward attracting passionate go-getters to support its projected expansion plans in 2022 and beyond. Previous restaurant group experience also includes BJ’s Restaurants, Inc.

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Restaurant Clicks

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

Tide and Vine Oyster House combines delectable food with impeccable service for a truly outstanding dining experience. It’s great for a romantic night out or a special family event. Dietary restrictions are no problem either, and the chef can customize most dishes. Their lobster is also great. Make a Reservation.

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Notch

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

Create a restaurant loyalty program Focus on improving customer service Collect diner emails and use email marketing Remember that the guest experience plays a huge impact on whether a guest returns after their first visit! Selling merchandise at your location. Stop by tables and ask guests about their experience.

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Web Diner

MAY 11, 2021

In order to meet customer expectations and improve satisfaction, the industry will need to develop and implement new processes and approaches. Following the events of the pandemic, restaurant management needs to restrategize quality control. Realign the Menu to Sync with New Customer Preferences.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 2, 2024

And while automation and robotics can help streamline some elements of operations, in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, there's a newfound appreciation for human connection and dining experiences. Using LPR, restaurant staff can link an order to a customer's car and use it as an identification to deliver their order once ready.

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Notch

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

Create a restaurant loyalty program Focus on improving customer service Collect diner emails and use email marketing Remember that the guest experience plays a huge impact on whether a guest returns after their first visit! Selling merchandise at your location. Stop by tables and ask guests about their experience.

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EATER

MAY 22, 2020

To manage crowding, all stores are limiting the number of customers that can enter at once, as well as putting up “visual cues and in-store signage” encouraging distancing, and performing “daily audits to ensure compliance.” Breaks are longer, and every other cash register is left empty to allow space between workers.

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Apicbase

MARCH 31, 2023

The level of Frittenpride is such that this chain also has a whole range of merchandise (t-shirts, sweaters, bags, and even gold chains) dedicated to their love for the humble spud, fried like the French (or is it the Belgian?) The menu includes burgers, a breakfast buffet, cocktails and the ever-present currywurst.

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Cheetah

AUGUST 17, 2021

As restaurants continue to explore new revenue streams in an ever-changing environment, restaurant merchandise is stealing the limelight as an innovative, fun product that does wonders to your bottom line. It is estimated that over 25 billion dollars will be spent in 2021 on physical promotional merchandise. Reading Time: 4 minutes.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Online ordering is obviously huge in 2020, and customers are craving comfort food when they’re ordering in, according to Upserve’s new 2020 State of the Restaurant Industry data collected from the company's 10,000+ restaurant customers. State of the Industry. " Demand for Contactless.

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Perfect Daily Grind

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

The green coffee trader has sponsored and provided green coffee for the event for the previous seven years. The company says it will incorporate NFT technology into its current loyalty programme to create new experiences for customers. World AeroPress Championship announces Café Imports as 2022 official sponsor.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 19, 2020

Alonso Castañeda , VP of Brand Development & Strategy for Savory Restaurant Fund, will discuss how the brands he works with have been able to take advantage of the current landscape to creatively serve customers. This acquisition is a transformative event for FAT Brands in terms of scale and brand awareness.

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MBB Hospitality

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Implementing customer feedback systems and keeping a close eye on industry trends can position your restaurant to pivot effectively when necessary. Robust Restaurant Marketing Effective marketing goes beyond mere exposure; it’s about creating an emotional connection with your customers. Look to the global market for inspiration.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 30, 2021

Consumers and customers have changed their behavior due to the events of the previous year. Focus on changing the processes of your restaurant to accommodate the new realities and to reach out to customers living in your local areas. Enforce face-mask wearing for both employees and customers.

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Touch Bistro

JULY 15, 2021

In order to make sure customers remember your restaurant long after they’ve dined with you, it’s important to define your brand identity. This refers to the tone and language you use when communicating with customers. In other words, if your food photography isn’t top-notch some customers may take their business elsewhere.

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PathSpot

APRIL 26, 2024

Adhering to rigorous hygiene protocols ensures customer satisfaction and protects public health. Understanding the Impact of Cleanliness on Your Business Trust and Loyalty are critical for customer loyalty. Since COVID, customers have been very aware of the need for consistent cleanliness, which builds trust and creates loyalty.

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BNG Point of Sale

AUGUST 27, 2021

For a barbecue restaurant working an average of three business days per week at a regular location plus one day per weekend at an event, the earning potential could be around $8,600. An event for 50 people can bring in $500 based on an average sales price of $10 per serving. It is critical to increase a customer’s lifetime value.

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Perfect Daily Grind

OCTOBER 7, 2022

Alongside an exhibition, the event will feature the Roasters’ Zone, an Espresso Martini Bar, and the Latte Art Zone. This year’s event – which hosted the 2022 World Barista Championships and World Brewers Cup – attracted a record number of 15,056 attendees from more than 70 countries. Tickets are available now. Wed, 5 Oct.

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Mad Mobile

MARCH 8, 2024

Yes, they’ve become the norm, but they should also enhance your business and improve the customer experience. Hopefully, our decades of experience in the dining space will help you navigate the changing waters. In 2023, over 80% of restaurants adopted a digital ordering system to enhance the customer experience.

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