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Turning Your Outdoor Spaces into Winter Havens

Modern Restaurant Management

Efficient electric heating keeps guests warm, extends seating capacity and helps maintain the lively, inviting atmosphere your business is known for — no matter the weather. This focused, instant warmth provides comfort on demand, regardless if visitors are dining on a chilly patio or relaxing on an observation deck.

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Vibe Check: Elevating Experience for Better Guest Engagement

Modern Restaurant Management

Tableside caviar service A prosciutto cart An authentic kaiseki tasting experience and members-only Japanese whiskey lounge Tableside s’mores These are just a few examples of ways restaurants across the country are hoping to attract guest by elevating the dining experience and creating a vibe highlighted by superior food and presentation.

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2025 F&B Trends: Newstalgia, Stealth Health, and Botanical Beverages

Modern Restaurant Management

What can you expect to see on menus in 2025? Read on for predictions from industry insiders that include chili crunch, black limes, newstaglia, stealth health, and elevated snacking. ” Guests will have the opportunity to experience many of these trends come to life at Kimpton restaurants and bars across the globe.

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Lessons from French Bistros: How Small Restaurants Deliver Big Experience

Modern Restaurant Management

These small, unassuming eateries—often with fewer than 20 tables—have long been celebrated for their cozy charm, unpretentious cuisine, and a welcoming spirit that turns every meal into a moment of connection. Similarly, the rise of casual fine dining echoes the bistro’s knack for blending refinement with accessibility.

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‘A Smaller Footprint Isn’t a Limitation – It’s an Invitation to Get Creative’

Modern Restaurant Management

The Colorado-based interior A&D firm has completed a number of small scale projects for restaurants including the 400-square-foot Little Owl Coffee, and the 512-square-foot Maria Empanada. It's a crucial business asset that can make or break your competitive edge. What are some restaurant design trends you are seeing for 2025?

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How To Improve Your Restaurant’s Yelp Rating

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A study by Harvard Business School found that a one-star increase in Yelp rating leads to a 5% to 9% increase in revenue. How To Set Up And Optimize Your Yelp Profile If you haven’t claimed your Yelp Business Page yet, that’s step one. You can’t control your online reputation if you’re not in the driver’s seat.

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26 Proven Ways to Market Your Restaurant Online and Increase Bookings

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Local SEO strategies, like targeting location-specific searches, will help your site show up when people look for nearby dining options on search engines. You can also reach out to other local businesses or organizations to provide further context to search engines about your restaurant’s location.