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2025 Outlook: Experts Weigh In on Restaurant Trends and Challenges, Part One

Modern Restaurant Management

Increasing Regulatory Pressures on the Food Service Industry I expect more states and municipalities to implement stronger organics recycling laws in 2025, mandating food waste diversion for commercial food service operators. Thus, finding the right balance between maintaining high quality and keeping prices reasonable is crucial.

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CHEFS – SIMPLE AT A DIFFERENT LEVEL

Culinary Cues

Wine lists that resemble an encyclopedia of the wine making craft are just the price of admission. The price they pay is a lack of balance in their lives, relentless stress, and always concerns about when their star will lose its shine. Cooking should be fun and designed to make all involved happy.

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For Restaurants Cutting Their Carbon Footprint, Composting Food Scraps Is Just the Beginning

EATER

Rifrullo’s rustic-modern décor, mismatched dishware, and chalkboard sign welcoming guests to “be yourself, make friends, find harmony, and relax,” are as inviting as its prices, which top out at $16 for the salmon burger. Lyall purchased two induction ovens for her California restaurant.

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Eco‑Friendly Packaging That Won’t Hurt Your Margins

The Rail

When customers see compostable bowls or recycled napkins in their delivery orders, it signals that you care about more than just profits. Many compostable and recyclable containers have become more affordable as demand increases and technology improves. Recycled paperboard works well for dry goods and baked items.

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Coffee News Recap, 27 Jun:  WoC Geneva hosts four World Coffee Championships, Starbucks denies complete sale of China division & other stories

Perfect Daily Grind

Homegrown rivals like Luckin and Cotti are outperforming the coffee giant, offering consumers similar quality drinks at a fraction of the price. In a bid to compete, Starbucks announced its first-ever price drop in China in mid-June, lowering the price of selected drinks by an average of 5 yuan – although it denied a price-war strategy.

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Be the Change: How Snooze Prioritizes Sustainability

Modern Restaurant Management

We’ve had to rethink how we show up in this space, especially as we navigate realities like food-cost inflation—can anyone say egg prices? From compostable and recyclable containers to eco-friendly materials, we're always looking for ways to minimize waste while maintaining the quality and care our Guests expect.

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28 Strategies to Cut Costs in the Restaurant Business

Lavu

With rising ingredient prices, labor shortages, and tighter margins, operators must find strategic ways to reduce restaurant costs without compromising quality or customer experience. Negotiate Supplier Pricing to Significantly Reduce Restaurant Costs Seek out discounts and bargain with suppliers to save money on ingredients.