The Restaurant Group

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Where To Start With A Restaurant Design If you’re planning to open or revamp your restaurant, restaurant design is one of the first things you must consider. A well-designed restaurant plays an important role in customer satisfaction and retention , which in turn affects a restaurant’s success.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 23, 2022

A key part of an effective kitchen is its design. After all, there’s no point in spending time and resources on designing the perfect menu, if your kitchen isn’t up to scratch. Do you feel your kitchen needs a design boost? But each restaurant has its own needs depending on the kinds of food it provides.

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ChowNow

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

In fact, 77% of diners visit a restaurant’s website before dining in or ordering out. To really bring in sales, you’ll need one that’s optimized for orders. ChowNow recently partnered with Squarespace to build premium websites designed for restaurants. But not all sites are created equal.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 23, 2021

The pandemic has created unprecedented demand for online ordering platforms. As a result, restaurants that have historically relied on in-person dining have either scrambled to create their own food ordering apps or have leaned on third-party services to do it for them. The Ups and Downs of Ordering Apps.

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Perfect Daily Grind

AUGUST 16, 2022

For many coffee shop owners, including seasonal food and beverages is essential to boost sales and maintain customer interest. But what factors need to be considered when designing a seasonal menu? I spoke to two coffee shop owners and a head barista to better understand what goes into designing an autumn menu.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Hospitality operators are rapidly turning to contactless ordering and payment solutions to help navigate the long road back to normal from COVID-19’s impacts. " While contactless ordering and payment is here to stay, many operators remain concerned about how this new service model will impact their guest experience. ."

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Deliverect

AUGUST 20, 2020

Since COVID-19 hit the industry this year, it’s become even more obvious how central food delivery is to restaurant operations. Think about your priorities and where delivery orders fit in. Create an order packing area. Key considerations include: Dedicated surface space for packing orders.

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The Restaurant Group

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

You’d think it’s all about how good their menu and food is [1]. So restaurant owners need to pay close attention to the design and layout of their kitchens and bars to maximize the efficiency of their service. In this article, we’ll take a look at why commercial kitchen and bar design influence a restaurant’s growth and success.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 1, 2021

Just a few short years ago, customers paid for their meals in cash or credit cards, orders were totaled on analog cash registers, and customers called restaurants to place orders over the landline phone. The New Norm: Text to Order. Customers don’t want to be bogged down with a massive library of food apps on their phone.

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Culinary Cues

JANUARY 20, 2024

Whether a quick service restaurant, family dining, food truck, or white tablecloth fine dining operation – there will always be some level of price sensitivity. A menu should thus be designed and priced to make those items seem essential. Design your wine by the glass program to make sense for the guest and the property.

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Culinary Cues

AUGUST 24, 2023

This is what allows cooks to stay one step ahead of chaos, if anything is out of order than the system starts to crumble. It becomes uncomfortable to find a plate, cup, side towel, pan, or pantry shelf out of order. Order is one thing that the chef must hold on to. It all makes sense – so why is this a problem?

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The Restaurant Group

JULY 23, 2021

A great restaurant design can be the most critical element of your establishment. Designing your restaurant’s layout is a lot more than just pushing tables around the dining room, it’s a critical element that can actually play a vital role in the success ( or not ) of your business. . Contact us today for a free consultation. .

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 27, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic has forced thousands of traditional restaurants to transform themselves into order ahead restaurants; pre-pandemic, only 15 percent of restaurants offered curbside pickup; today, that’s up to 70 percent. Automating Order Ahead Logistics.

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7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

If you're standing in line waiting to order the special of the night, the seasonal Panzanella Salad, you don't want to hear “86 the special”. Food runners fluctuate between the front and back of the house, and are likely to be the messenger that communicates what is 86'd from BOH to FOH. The cost of 86'ing.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

That system needs access to the internet in order to keep functioning. However, if you don't have an internet connection to support this, you can end up with frustrated guests who don't have a way to pay for their orders. Your delivery management and online ordering will also be impacted.

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The Restaurant Group

MARCH 23, 2020

What is a restaurant designer. But not all restaurant designers and consultants are created equally – it is wise to conduct thorough interviews and hire someone that aligns well with your overall business goals and brand identity. 5 reasons you should enlist a restaurant designer. Where to begin.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 10, 2023

In mid-November, sweetgreen opened its first advanced order vehicle pickup window, “sweetlane” in Schaumburg, Illinois. As the first of its fleet, the “sweetlane” provides an effortless experience for visitors in vehicles to pickup online orders through a drive-up window.

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Future Food

JULY 14, 2020

Food & Design: A Partnership For Success. Future Food, as specialist food advisors to architects and designers, have long promoted the idea that good food and good design are intertwined in a harmonious relationship that provides an essential platform for success in any food & hospitality business.

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The Restaurant Times

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

An efficient restaurant kitchen design should be high on your priority list whether you’re opening a new restaurant, expanding an existing one, or remodelling an existing one. . The success of a restaurant kitchen design is defined by careful planning. Detailed Guide To Restaurant Kitchen Design . i) Island Configuration

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The Restaurant Group

JANUARY 12, 2021

Restaurant Design and Layout. It’s time to think beyond cosmetic fixes like plexiglass shields between booths and come up with new approaches to overhaul restaurant design layouts so concerns about enclosed spaces and proximity to other people can be put to rest once and for all. Real-estate Opportunities . Future-Proof Solutions.

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Touch Bistro

APRIL 27, 2021

This is crucial because 77% of diners report visiting a restaurant’s website before they dine in or order takeout or delivery from an establishment. One study found that just looking at pictures of food may be enough to trigger the hormone that causes hunger, so don’t underestimate the power of professional food photography.

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The Restaurant Times

SEPTEMBER 17, 2020

The digital food ordering culture is flourishing and has completely transformed the way traditional restaurants function in Saudi Arabia. According to research, the online food delivery industry in Saudi Arabia is expected to grow and register an annual revenue of USD 2Bn by 2023. Use Technology To Accept Orders.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 12, 2024

The team said they spent four months on the process – One month to plan and implement design, three months testing and resetting based on guest and employee feedback at the corporate location. Similarly, ‘Double Your Meat’ orders increased over 22 percent compared to the same timeframe the previous year.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Whether it's the utilization of AI-driven analytics to elevate menu design or the precision of robotics transforming kitchen operations, a new era in dining is taking shape. In such a growth-driven market, integrating the latest smart kitchen configurations and streamlined service zones can substantially cut down order time.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 25, 2021

One of the largest problems on the hands of restaurant and catering professionals through the unpredictable supply and demand of COVID-19 was food waste. Often, the resulting waste was not only the food but also the associated costs and energy spent on more waste management. Fourth Priority: Proper Packaging.

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Restaurant Business

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Automating order handoff for off-premise orders isn’t new—many operations, both commercial and non-commercial, have been utilizing automated solutions to ensure order accuracy and to minimize waste and food cost. A customizable timer ensures orders don’t sit out too long if they’re not picked up.

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Restaurant Engine

AUGUST 12, 2020

Online ordering is perfect for upselling customers. They want to be able to order it the minute they think about it. Your customers believe that your restaurant should be available with an online ordering system when they want to use it. Through online ordering. 4: Promote Your Online Ordering. Craving pizza?

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The Restaurant Times

FEBRUARY 14, 2021

Online ordering has flourished with time and completely transformed the way restaurants deliver food. Providing online food ordering is also considered a proven restaurant marketing strategy that tends to increase its revenue, sales, and profit margin. Create A Well-designed Website/App.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 21, 2024

Rethinking Beverages The typical drink upsell—soft drinks and coffee or tea—has decreased over the past few years as customers increasingly eat restaurant food at home. In its place, we’ve seen an explosion of specialty beverages that serve as enticing add–ons or stand-alone orders.

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Lavu

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Bar & Liquor Inventory Management: The Heartbeat of Bar POS System How much food and/or liquors do you have on hand? This seamless integration between sales and inventory management means you can instantly identify which liquors or food items are your best sellers, helping you make informed decisions about what to stock up on.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 20, 2021

The good news is that it’s never been easier for restaurants to design professional-looking, state-of-the-art online menus. Creating a contactless ordering experience for guests at your restaurant is important in order for your business to stay competitive and profitable. in the online food delivery sector.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

The fusion of technology and food service is transforming the way restaurants operate, enhancing customer experiences, and shaping the future of the industry. From the way we place orders to how they’re prepared, every facet of the food service sector is being touched by technology. billion and is expected to grow to $223.7

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The Restaurant Group

MAY 13, 2024

We provide analysis and menu creation services that don’t simply showcase your food offerings but also boost your bottom line. Good design psychology uses proper placements, font, color, and other elements in menus to guide decision-making and encourage diners to order certain food. Want To Enjoy Greater Profitability?

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 30, 2023

Further Optimize Delivery, Takeout and Curbside Experiences Many QSRs already relieve congested drive-thrus with distinct lines or protocols for call-ahead orders and third-party pickups. One of our clients, a well-known QSR legacy brand, added an express drive-thru lane for customers ordering ahead on the brand’s app.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 28, 2024

Restaurants started using 2D barcodes (such as QR codes) at dining tables to offer digital menus and even allow patrons to order with their smartphones during the pandemic, when contactless transactions were necessary. In foodservice establishments, the same technology opens doors to greater food safety and ingredient transparency.

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Restaurant Engine

MARCH 9, 2022

From your theme to the layout of your tables, the design of your restaurant, and your lighting, your brick-and-mortar restaurant tells your customers what they can expect when they dine with you. The sights and smells of your food entice them and provide your diners with a feeling they can only get when they eat in your restaurant.

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Mad Mobile

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

A 2022 Deloitte Study found that consumers spend an incredible 20% more when ordering through technology like tableside ordering , online menus, and handheld POS devices. Implementing QR code ordering is one of the fastest ways to quickly implement digital ordering. Customers still expect great service and amazing food.

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