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‘Good, Fast, and Cheaper’ – Texas Inn Reduces Menu Prices

Modern Restaurant Management

After leveraging lower food costs with vendors and finding local sources for many of its day-to-day needs, Texas Inn has been able to lower prices on close to half of its menu items. “We’ve always been known for 'good, fast, and cheap” food, but in the last five years, we have struggled to provide value for customers,” Dave Saunders, Managing Partner and Owner of the Virginia-based restaurant, shared with Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine. “We knew dou

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How to attract and retain the best baristas & roasters

Perfect Daily Grind

As market volatility reshapes the coffee industry, the ability to attract and retain exceptional talent has never been more critical. The most successful coffee businesses understand that skilled, passionate staff are not just an asset – they are the foundation of survival and growth in today’s challenging environment. To learn more about how to attract and retain the best baristas and roasters, I spoke to Sameer Godara of Half Light Coffee Roasters and Evani Jesslyn of Strada Coffee.

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Hawkers Asian Street Food gets a powerful new board

Restaurant Business

Continue to Site >>> Menu Hawkers Asian Street Food gets a powerful new board Newsletter Search Restaurant Business Search Login Subscribe Newsletter Login Subscribe Topics Consumer Trends Food Beverage Emerging Brands Operations Technology Marketing Workforce Leadership Financing Data Top 500 Chains Top 100 Independents Future 50: Emerging Brands Same-store Sales Tracker Special Reports COVID: 5 Years Later 50 Great Ideas Killer in the kitchen Evolving Kitchens The impact of the $15 wage Americ

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Eat App and Pet Pooja Join Forces to Revolutionize Restaurant Operations

The Eat Restaurant

We’re thrilled to announce our new partnership with Pet Pooja , a leader in restaurant management software. This collaboration combines our reservation and table management solutions with Pet Pooja’s POS and operational tools to help restaurant owners streamline their workflows and improve guest experiences.

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AI in HR: 20+ Prompts to Use Now

AI is reshaping the business landscape, including HR. This guide is designed to help you understand and implement AI effectively for tangible benefits and a more strategic approach. Learn how to: Automate routine tasks Boost data insights Enhance employee experiences Drive HR’s strategic value Download the guide today!

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OpenTable launches AI chatbot that can answer diner questions

Restaurant Business

Continue to Site >>> Menu OpenTable launches AI chatbot that can answer diner questions Newsletter Search Restaurant Business Search Login Subscribe Newsletter Login Subscribe Topics Consumer Trends Food Beverage Emerging Brands Operations Technology Marketing Workforce Leadership Financing Data Top 500 Chains Top 100 Independents Future 50: Emerging Brands Same-store Sales Tracker Special Reports COVID: 5 Years Later 50 Great Ideas Killer in the kitchen Evolving Kitchens The impact of the $15 w

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Accountants for Restaurants: Do You Really Need One?

Paper Chase Accountancy

Imagine a bustling restaurant, where the sizzle of the grill and the clink of glasses form a symphony of success. Yet, behind this vibrant scene, there’s a complex world of financial management that’s often overlooked. Amid managing suppliers, staff, and daily operations, does a restaurant owner really have the time or expertise to effectively handle the financial side of the business?

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Understanding Halal Steak: What Professional Chefs Need to Know

Chef's Resources

July 15, 2025 Understanding Halal Steak: What Professional Chefs Need to Know When it comes to the culinary scene, chefs are required to meet a wide variety of dietary needs. More fine dining restaurants or high-end food service places are serving halal steak. That’s why learning how cultural meaning and operational details can affect your […] The post Understanding Halal Steak: What Professional Chefs Need to Know appeared first on Chefs Resources.

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You will soon be able to charge your car at a Bojangles

Restaurant Business

Continue to Site >>> Menu You will soon be able to charge your car at a Bojangles Newsletter Search Restaurant Business Search Login Subscribe Newsletter Login Subscribe Topics Consumer Trends Food Beverage Emerging Brands Operations Technology Marketing Workforce Leadership Financing Data Top 500 Chains Top 100 Independents Future 50: Emerging Brands Same-store Sales Tracker Special Reports COVID: 5 Years Later 50 Great Ideas Killer in the kitchen Evolving Kitchens The impact of the $15 wage Am

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Bookkeeping Los Angeles: Why Local Expertise Matters for Your Business Finances

Paper Chase Accountancy

Bookkeeping Los Angeles: Isn’t it crucial for any business to ensure their finances are in order? It’s even more pertinent when operating in a dynamic city like Los Angeles, where local tax laws and financial regulations can be complex. The value of local expertise in bookkeeping can’t be overemphasized. They’ve got the pulse of the city’s financial landscape and understand how to navigate it effectively.

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TCPA Text Messages and Recruiting Compliance

Go Hire- Restaurants

Recruiting with text messages requires compliance with the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), a US Federal law, and best practices from the CTIA , a carrier trade association. When sending any text recruiting messages, it’s imperative to know the law and best practices to keep your company compliant, and create the best candidate experience.

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Mid-Year Review: How to Ignite Employee Potential Through Meaningful Feedback

Mid-year performance reviews aren’t just boxes for HR to check. Paycor’s toolkit empowers leaders to: Identify high-potential team members. Boost engagement with meaningful feedback. Support struggling employees. Nurture top talent to drive results. Learn how to ignite employee potential through meaningful feedback. When you nurture top talent, everybody wins.

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Dave & Buster's names former KFC exec Tarun Lal CEO

Restaurant Business

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How Three Standout Restaurant Brands Are Transforming Operations, Training, and Culture Using Crunchtime Learning & Development

Crunchtime

Industry research revealed that learning and development are operators’ top priority for driving success and reducing costs in other parts of the business. As a result, restaurant brands are turning to Crunchtime Learning & Development to streamline operations, improve training, and empower their teams.

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What restaurant operators need to know about the growing return-to-office trend

Restaurant Business

Starbucks is the latest restaurant company to change its remote work policy. Here's why more companies are taking that step, and why such moves can be risky.

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June 2025 National Restaurant Sales Metrics

Margin Edge

MarginEdge | We took data from thousands of restaurants across the country and compiled a report to show sales trends for the month of June 2025.

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HR in 2026: Insights & Best Practices

Get Paycor’s guide, based on a survey of 3,000+ professionals, and learn why successful companies are: Almost 80% more likely to identify top talent through formal systems 40% more likely to protect managers’ time spent on coaching 83% more likely to plan to upskill their teams and more!

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Customs and Border Protection is looking for recruits by advertising on pizza boxes

Restaurant Business

At least one Atlanta restaurant pushed back after receiving the free boxes, reportedly calling the move "propaganda.

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Dillas is ready to leave the emerging brand category behind

Restaurant Business

This 11-unit drive-thru quesadilla concept took a year off of growth to work out some kinks. Now co-founder Kyle Gordon feels the brand is ready to become the next Raising Cane's.

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Tyler Florence dishes on San Francisco and David Burke puts his pastrami to the test

Restaurant Business

Menu Talk: Pat and Bret discuss the latest food & beverage trends, including the New York City debut of Luckin Coffee.

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Protein is in high demand, but consumer confusion is just as high

Restaurant Business

Restaurants are promoting protein-rich breakfasts, bowls, salads, shakes, beverages and more, but a new survey reveals that most consumers don’t know much about the nutrient.

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8 Pillars of Leadership Development

Great leadership development is the key to sustainable business growth. Are you ready to design an effective program? HR can use Paycor’s framework to: Set achievable goals. Align employee and company needs. Support different learning styles. Empower the next generation of leaders. Invest in your company’s future with a strong leadership development program.

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Fast-food restaurants slow their price hikes, but only so much

Restaurant Business

Full-service restaurant menu prices accelerated along with overall inflation in June, according to new federal data. But limited-service prices slowed.

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Red Robin kicks off new chapter with a $9.99 value meal

Restaurant Business

The Big Yummm meal is part of the casual-dining chain’s new First Choice plan, which will aim to drive traffic and improve the chain’s finances. It includes refranchising some locations.