7 Shifts

AUGUST 12, 2021

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.' According to brightlocal , at least 87% of internet users are influenced by reviews and comments.

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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."— From there, you can make vital decisions about price, service capacity, table turnover, and your menu to boost revenue and profits. Fluctuating service quality from one server to the next.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 8, 2024

QSRs Shift Focus from Slow-Paced Dining to Swift, Transactional Experiences Quick Service Restaurants (QSRs) are reimagining their dining spaces to prioritize speed, convenience, and personalization over traditional, slow-paced dining experiences. An issue that may arise from this in 2024 is data privacy.

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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 114

Food Fine Dining Seasonal Menu Dine-in 114

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. EVERY POSITION IN THE FOOD BUSINESS WILL HELP WITH YOUR CAREER – IF YOU BUILD IT INTO YOUR PLAN.

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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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EATER

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

With his latest, Wiseman puts fine dining under his microscopic lens, demystifying it and providing a compellingly humanistic portrayal in its place. Sequences unfold organically and slowly, encouraging viewers to contemplate and engage with them in their own time.

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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. The index for limited-service meals increased 0.7% The index for full-service meals increased 0.6%. The obvious question is how. versus 10.1%). over the last year.

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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

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. Opportunities in Food Service.

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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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Black Box Intelligence

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

All industry segments experienced a strong rebound in their same-store sales growth as consequence of the tailwinds from the Omicron downturn a year ago, but clearly the biggest winners from this easier lap in the comparisons were full-service restaurants. Reviews help potential customers make purchasing decisions.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

In recent years, the food service industry has witnessed a growing emphasis on sustainability and energy efficiency, making it imperative for restaurant owners and managers to seek out energy consumption curtailment strategies while ensuring a pleasant and comfortable atmosphere for their patrons and staff.

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Equipment Outdoor Sustainability Fine Dining 114

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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EATER

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Athens has welcomed immigrants from Egypt, Turkey, Lebanon, and Syria, who combine their foodways with Greek ingredients and customs in fine dining to street food. Even TV shows like MasterChef Greece have had a noticeable impact, driving interest in new dining options and highlighting industry talent.

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Fine Dining Tourism Food Safety Outdoor 109

Culinary Cues

OCTOBER 2, 2019

It is the chef, after all, who makes the newspapers and magazines, receives the applause from happy customers in the dining room, is respected and feared by all who knock on the kitchen door to make a sale, and is given credit for the restaurants success by managers and owners.

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EATER

MAY 26, 2022

as well as custom-made serving tiers , which she creates by drilling through vintage pieces. “As Traditionally, the privileged few have had access to things like bone plates and fine silver — they’re expensive to begin with, they break or get sold off or thrown away because no one wants to deal with the fuss.

Entertainment 106

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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

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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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 125

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 restaurant industry has been less inclined to embrace omnichannel strategies, although some sectors, notably quick-service restaurants, have been more enthusiastic about the approach.

Marketing 52

Marketing Loyalty Program Social Media Email Marketing 52

Open for Business

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Knowing your audience will inform your menu, but more importantly, your restaurant’s overall vibe and service style. Customer experience is another factor, and your interior should resonate with the brand’s personality. You’re assembling a team that will define the culture and customer experience. Efficiency is key.

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License Email Marketing Front of House Seasonal Menu 78

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.

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Fine Dining Reservations Pricing Cash Management 98

EATER

JUNE 5, 2023

Traditionally, a chef in a fine dining establishment didn’t have to worry about being watched. While cooks at lunch counters and street stalls whipped up meals in full view of paying customers, at finer establishments the work was obscured. It’s true that open kitchens were hardly a new concept.

Fine Dining 109

Fine Dining Customer Experience Fast Casual Dine-in 109

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

Restaurant Clicks

DECEMBER 5, 2021

I spent my last trip to the city of bridges exploring the best options for private dining in Pittsburgh and found a variety of restaurants with beautiful spaces and delicious food to make your special occasion extra special. Read on to explore my list of restaurants with the best private dining in Pittsburgh to start planning your party.

Dine-in 109

Dine-in Fine Dining Front of House Book 109

The Rail

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

By Indiana Lee, Contributor The last few years have been pretty tough for restaurants and their customers alike. Between the fallout of the pandemic and a turbulent economic landscape, dining out isn’t always considered a priority. It’s wise to recognize that customers’ needs have changed too.

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Fine Dining Consumer Goods Social Media Recycling 52

EATER

APRIL 30, 2024

Though Isan cuisine has proven popular around the world, chefs in the northeastern Thai region are still fighting for recognition domestically, using foraged ingredients and fine dining techniques to rewrite their culinary reputation Rule 1: Gather eggs between March and May. Rule 3: Ants are creatures of habit. “We

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EATER

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

A best new restaurant announces itself as part of the national dining conversation. Together, Eater’s 12 Best New Restaurants represent the highest highs of the year in dining — loosely defined as October 2022 through September 2023 — as well as the promise of what’s to come next. It might set one trend in motion, or subvert another.

2023 98

2023 Fine Dining Dine-in Restaurant Law 98

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.

Management 106

Management Management Tip Distribution Point of Sale 106

Future Food

JUNE 16, 2020

Winning back these customers will take time and will be dependent, to a large degree, on how well food operators have looked after the customers during lockdown. How customers want to connect with friends in an F&B environment will dictate how food operators will need to connect with customers. It's all over.

Hospitality 120

Hospitality Food Food Safety Customer Service 120

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 12, 2022

To keep up with changing consumer preferences, operators noted that their top areas of investment in 2022 include mobile ordering (54 percent); delivery services (47 percent); technology such as new POS digital signage or other in-store tech (45 percent); and alternative payment methods (37 percent). "Consumers

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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

Restaurant Engine

OCTOBER 14, 2020

But even though you have great food and superb services, the people just aren’t there. This is a great (and free) way to reach customers right in your neighborhood. This is a great (and free) way to reach customers right in your neighborhood. Reach out to local influencers to help drive traffic to your restaurant.

Marketing 118

Marketing Social Media Coupons Small Business 118

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.

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Design Kitchen Safety Fine Dining Customer Experience 52

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 131

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. I don’t know that I’ve seen anything that is more in our self interest as a business,” he said, according to Bloomberg.

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