7 Shifts

AUGUST 12, 2021

Is your website optimized, and does it provide a good user experience? Assume a customer discovers your website but cannot identify where you are located or how to contact you. Suppose a customer goes to a search engine like Google or Google News API and types in 'Find local restaurants near me.' Optimization of NAPs.

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Marketing Loyalty Program Email Marketing Social Media 397

EATER

MARCH 19, 2024

Yes, Balthazar and Jean-George still thrive, but French cuisine is no longer the be-all-end-all of fine dining. But look around and a certain nostalgia for the white tablecloths and frisée aux lardons of French dining is manifesting. The brasserie and the bistro are distinctly not fine dining.

Food 109

Food Fine Dining Seasonal Menu Dine-in 109

Culinary Cues

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

These are the places where memories are built and where customers become friends, and friendships last from generation to generation. I know how much personal experience is expressed in the menu that is oftentimes comprised of family recipes and a chefs “best effort”.

Fine Dining 433

Fine Dining Employee Relations Front of House Small Business 433

Open for Business

JANUARY 26, 2023

Who is the target customer base? Start a loyalty program Online ordering Piggyback on special events Buy X, get Y free Guest chef or pop up Personalize offers Influencer event Social promotion Jump on seasonal trends Industry night happy hour Invite guests back What are restaurant promotions? Who is the target customer base?

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2023 Loyalty Program Social Media Seasonal Menu 122

Culinary Cues

MAY 18, 2020

Whatever your end goal might be: Executive Chef in a fine dining operation, Corporate Chef, Sous Chef, Restaurant Manager, Entrepreneur, Research Chef, or Consultant – where ever you hope to land in the future – put that goal in writing. Learn how food experiences can set the stage for positive action.

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7 Shifts

AUGUST 12, 2020

We’ve also included a restaurant marketing plan PDF with all the questions you need to ask (and answer) to get into the minds of your customers and create a marketing recipe for success. But would a first-time customer know what your restaurant is made of by sitting at a table? Which is where your restaurant marketing plan comes in.

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Marketing 2020 SEO Loyalty Program 418

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 17, 2020

A Zagat dining trends survey says 75 percent of respondents have selected a restaurant based on food photos. The vast majority of Millennial customers photograph their food, and Gen Z has the same reflex. Your guests aren’t just searching for beautiful, tasty food, they’re looking for authentic experiences to share.

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Marketing Social Media Fine Dining Customer Experience 175

7 Shifts

AUGUST 26, 2019

Restaurant revenue management is defined as selling the right seat to the right customer at the right price and for the right dura­tion."— That's in stark contrast to hotels and have fixed check-in and checkout time or even airlines where customers board and disembark at the same time. What is Restaurant Revenue Management?

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Management Management Airlines Customer Service 408

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features the National Restaurant Association's State of the Indusrty Report, food industry pressures, foodservice opportunities, influencer marketing, foot traffic analysis and the dining-out dollar. 2020 State of the Restaurant Industry.

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2020 Influencer Point of Sale Food Safety 192

Future Food

OCTOBER 19, 2022

It has tested the strongest of families at the best of times, and is pertinent to my family right now, yet had previously acquired very little of my attention: Conquering the challenges of ‘Family Dining’ It’s amazing how your perceptions shift and expectations towards food and hospitality are moderated once you have children.

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Customer Experience Brewery Customer Service Fine Dining 78

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 18, 2021

But as reality of the pandemic sunk in and dining rooms remained closed, it became apparent that ordering delivery and takeout was the best way to help restaurants weather the storm — and there was a significant consumer appetite to do so. While many cracked the code, some are still adapting. So what’s next?

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Delivery Kitchen Safety Social Media Online Ordering 168

EATER

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Illustration by Bea Hayward Once a luxury reserved for posh dinners, fish roe has become the snack du jour at restaurants across the country — and it’s blurring the lines between casual and formal dining Caviar has gone on a journey over the past few years. At Ladder 4 Wine Bar in Detroit, you can add 28 grams of Kaluga caviar to hash browns.

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Fast Casual Fine Dining 2008 Pricing 107

Black Box Intelligence

APRIL 12, 2023

As we venture deeper into 2023, the restaurant industry continues to grapple with impacts of inflation, shifting customer dynamics, and an uncertain economic outlook. How Restaurants Can Combat Rising Food Costs Finding the right balance between raising prices and maintaining customer loyalty is crucial. The obvious question is how.

Food 76

Food Loyalty Program 2023 2022 76

EATER

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Martha Cheng Hy’s Steakhouse was synonymous with Calgary dining in the 1950s, but as Canadian tastes have changed over the decades, a Waikīkī offshoot has become a time capsule of the iconic original It wasn’t long after opening in downtown Calgary in 1955 that Hy’s Steakhouse became synonymous with Alberta food culture.

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Back of House Fine Dining 2011 Dine-in 116

MadMobile

AUGUST 11, 2022

From cafes to fine dining, your restaurant concept is the roadmap to the details of your new business. Fast Casual Fast Food Casual Dining Fine Dining Contemporary Casual Full Service Cafe or Bistro Bars & Pubs Food Trucks What are the different types of restaurants?

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Fast Casual Fine Dining Food Truck Mobile Ordering 52

EATER

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Ellen Mary Cronin/Nat Belkov Where to eat well, right now A great new restaurant can be a fun experience. A best new restaurant announces itself as part of the national dining conversation. The result is the most exciting new barbecue experience in Central Texas — and you can only get it on Saturdays.

2023 98

2023 Fine Dining Dine-in Restaurant Law 98

7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Shawn is the host of not one but two podcasts— Digital Hospitality and Restaurant Influencers —and he stopped by ours to talk about creating a media brand out of your restaurant. Your best marketing asset are the customers you already have. It's a full-on media company. That smartphone is your media center.

Social Media 448

Social Media Hiring Website Management Hospitality 448

Squirrel Systems

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Omnichannel marketing is a strategy for restaurants that can drive greater customer loyalty, brand awareness, and repeat visits from guests. The Guest Experience The key thing to remember about omnichannel marketing is that it’s centered on the guest. Returning guests don’t want to be treated as if they were a new customer.

Marketing 52

Marketing Loyalty Program Social Media Email Marketing 52

7 Shifts

JANUARY 7, 2021

We’ve also included a restaurant marketing plan PDF with all the questions you need to ask (and answer) to get into the minds of your customers and create a marketing recipe for success. But would a first-time customer know what your restaurant is made of by sitting at a table? Which is where your restaurant marketing plan comes in.

Marketing 195

Marketing 2021 SEO Loyalty Program 195

Open for Business

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Customer experience is another factor, and your interior should resonate with the brand’s personality. Whether it’s chic and modern or rustic and cozy, fine dining or casual, the atmosphere needs to enhance the dining experience and make it memorable for all the right reasons. Efficiency is key.

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License Email Marketing Seasonal Menu Front of House 78

Restaurant Clicks

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

History is the backbone of this Spanish Mission city that traces its roots back to 1710 and retains a strong Hispanic influence, which is great because it means tacos and savory food flavor explosions. They come for the history, the affordability, and the mouthwatering food served on street corners and private, fine dining settings.

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Dine-in Fine Dining Seasonal Menu Catering 108

EATER

JUNE 5, 2023

Derek Abella The rise of the open kitchen has changed how diners experience their meals, and the way chefs approach their work There are plenty of professions that involve being watched. Traditionally, a chef in a fine dining establishment didn’t have to worry about being watched. Acting is an obvious one.

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Fine Dining Customer Experience Fast Casual Dine-in 104

Restaurant Clicks

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Memphis may be known for its barbeque, but its southern flare extends to finer dining experiences like steak and seafood. Below, we will explore the best steakhouses in Memphis for the ultimate experience in Southern comfort, fine dining, and creative fusions of contemporary and traditional cuisines.

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Fine Dining Reservations Dine-in Customer Experience 100

Restaurant Clicks

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Over the last decade, Knoxville has come to life with culture, culinary diversity, and unique dining options. Here you pay for a full experience. With a full dinner experience, a varietal dinner experience, a chicken & salad option, or a vegetarian salad bar option, you get to pick your style and they do the rest. .

Fine Dining 147

Fine Dining Online Ordering Seasonal Menu Back of House 147

Touch Bistro

AUGUST 23, 2021

To offer a truly immersive dining experience, let your guests indulge more than just their taste buds the next time they visit your restaurant. Whip up a feast for the eyes with restaurant interior design that wows your customers, while building brand recognition and loyalty. Emphasize Communal Dining. Image Source ].

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Design 2021 Front of House Sourcing 129

EATER

APRIL 6, 2023

But after the flurry of press releases, joyful Instagram posts, and weapons-grade whining from a few who were left off the list, a somewhat altered Vancouver dining scene has emerged from the fray with hiked prices and impossible-to-score reservations. It’s a cash-grab for sure,” said one Vancouver chef who asked to remain anonymous.

Fine Dining 98

Fine Dining Reservations Pricing Cash Management 98

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 20, 2021

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. “Customers need the help of suppliers and distributors more than ever at the moment,” Crompton said.

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2021 Guest Recovery Online Ordering Point of Sale 189

Restaurant Clicks

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Their menu has a Western European influence with an impressive selection of local and imported artisanal cheese and prosciutto tastings. playing live sports, and a classy modern dining room with a giant fireplace. Additionally, their outdoor dining patio is just as inviting during the summer months.

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Fine Dining Reservations Seasonal Menu Back of House 127

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 12, 2022

43 percent plan to add an outdoor on-site dining space. "What More than half (55 percent) said they were fed up after five minutes of waiting for food in a drive-thru, and 54 percent were annoyed waiting more than 10 minutes for food while dining at a restaurant. 55 percent plan to add more space for pick-up.

2022 215

2022 Mobile Ordering Guest Recovery Point of Sale 215

Focus POS

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

Getting customers in the door is just the first step—you need to seat and serve them promptly and turn over tables as quickly as possible. Higher table turnover rate equals more satisfied customers and greater sales revenue. For example, have your servers greet customers within one minute of their being seated.

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Management Management Tip Distribution Point of Sale 106

Restaurant Clicks

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Memphis, Tennessee, is famous for its long-standing history as a music influencer. If you are looking for restaurants with private dining in Memphis, we have collected a list of the best private rooms for work dinners, special occasions, or a work party across the city. Best Private Dining in Memphis.

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Dine-in Fine Dining Seasonal Menu Seating 110

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 4, 2019

For many companies in a variety of industries, the design above the door plays a major role in encouraging potential customers to step inside. In these situations, it’s often a good idea to use your signage to give additional design cues so that customers have some idea what to expect. What about ‘Jackson’s’?

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Consumer Goods Front of House Design Customer Experience 167

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 15, 2020

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features a gloomy start to the new year, dining trends for 2020, the importance of discounts, holiday gift card sales results, delivery frustrations, soda curiosity and a consumer culture report. Family and Upscale Dining Outperformed During the Quarter.

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2020 Point of Sale Online Ordering Consumer Goods 110

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 4, 2021

According to the data, consumers deleted restaurant apps if menu items were missing or if there was limited ability to customize orders. The data also points to a broken customer arrival experience. For restaurant brands, the digital pivot is imperative to getting the customer experience right.”

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2021 Fast Casual Mobile Ordering Social Media 170

The Restaurant Times

MARCH 30, 2021

While the main focus of restaurants is on the food and the service, they often tend to overlook the layout, which plays a crucial part in the overall customer experience. For example, restaurant interior design has a direct influence on the ordering behavior of customers. Comfort For Diners And Staff. Restaurant Lighting.

Design 52

Design Kitchen Safety Fine Dining Customer Experience 52

Open for Business

APRIL 3, 2023

For restaurants, it’s an experience, not just the food or the hospitality, notes Green Seed Group. It could be an elegant dining room, a buzzing cocktail bar, a takeout counter, or a food delivery app. Freshen up your online presence Your customers are online. Product The product is what you sell.

Marketing 78

Marketing Email Marketing Social Media Loyalty Program 78

EATER

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

That means that Meyer will exert his influence on Panera Bread, a fast-casual restaurant with more than 2,000 locations and a ferocious fanbase for its broccoli and cheddar soup and generally “wholesome” on-the-go options. Meyer’s philosophies about hospitality have in large part acted as the bellwether for the restaurant industry.

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Hospitality Fast Casual 2006 Food Safety 86