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10 Key Bar and Restaurant Trends to Watch Out For in 2025

Sculpture Hospitality

As a business owner, youll know all too well that the hospitality sector is fast-paced and ever-changing. Trends come and go, customer expectations and preferences change and new technologies that help improve efficiencies are frequently introduced.

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Streamlining Restaurant Renovations with 3D Modeling and Design Technology

Modern Restaurant Management

Have you ever wondered why restaurant renovations are so costly and often delayed? Usually, unexpected design challenges leave owners frustrated. A National Restaurant Association study found that 46 percent of restaurant owners have had to foot budget-busting renovations because of poor planning or miscommunication. Unfortunately, this often results in headaches, lost revenue, and extended downtime However, 3D modeling and design technology are ushering in a much-needed revolution in managing r

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How Chipotle is upgrading its kitchens

Restaurant Business

The fast-casual chain's kitchens haven't changed much in 30 years. But 2025 will be the year of equipment improvements to speed throughput and improve the team member experience.

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Monthly Second Helping: Legacy or Liability? How Casual Dining Icons Are Fighting to Stay Relevant

Black Box Intelligence

[January 2025] Monthly Second Helping Legacy or Liability? How Casual Dining Icons Are Fighting to Stay Relevant Are Legacy Casual Dining Brands Declining with Age? A common refrain within the restaurant industry is that legacy brands are struggling. Without identifying any specific concepts, the past several years have seen: Bankruptcies Frequent C-Suite changes Mass unit closures Rebrand after rebrand And the list goes on However, there have also been huge success stories among old-guard chain

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10 HR Metrics for 2025: HR Data Toolkit

The right HR metrics can illuminate hidden trends, justify decisions to the C-suite, and give you an edge in this unpredictable economy. Download Paycor’s guide and learn how to calculate your: Cost-per-Hire Total Financial Impact of Absences Voluntary Turnover Rate And more!

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Riko's Pizza hopes to build on its early success

Restaurant Business

The Connecticut-based tavern-style pizza chain that was created because its owner had some space to fill just hired a new president in Carl Bachmann and is intent on taking the next step.

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Profitable Menu Engineering: Highlighting High-Margin Dishes

Restaurant Engine

Increase your profits up to 35% with a menu engineering strategy. Menu engineering is part psychology, part analytics, and part common sense. The purpose of this marketing strategy is to increase your restaurants profits through the way you design your menu. The strategy involves identifying and highlighting your most profitable dishes to encourage diners to order those instead of your other dishes.

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Charlie Trotter’s Roars Once More in Chicago After More Than a Decade

EATER

The pioneering fine dining institution that closed in 2012, shortly before the chefs death, is primed to reopen in a new form under the guidance of Dylan Trotter as Grant Achatz and Alinea extend its residency.

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The future of restaurant loyalty may be app-less

Restaurant Business

Tech Check: More restaurants are bypassing loyalty apps and going straight for what really matters: the data. Will customers care?

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How Mexican Restaurants Around the World Get Heirloom Corn

EATER

These Mexican indigenous communities share the carefully preserved kernels internationally There are nearly 60 heirloom corn varieties in Mexico, with families and communities cultivating the different breeds of corn for hundreds of years. Masienda , a dry corn and masa flour distribution company, works to distribute eight lesser known varieties of corn to chefs and restaurants around the world, sourcing from those local Mexican farmers.

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So much for supermarket fast-casual burgers

Restaurant Business

The Bottom Line: The closure of 79 Wahlburgers locations inside Hy-Vee supermarkets shows that just because you can open a bunch of restaurants in a short period doesnt mean you should.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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James Beard Foundation Awards 2025: Winners, News, and Updates

EATER

Photo illustration by Lille Allen; see below for full credits Everything you need to know about the restaurant, chef, and media awards To many, the annual James Beard Foundation Awards represent the pinnacle of American food world honors. The annual awards rollout begins at the top of the year with the restaurant and chef awards long list of semifinalists, announced January 22 this year.

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These 4 global trends give a glimpse into what may be next in the U.S.

Restaurant Business

Technomics 2025 Global Restaurant Trends Forecast provides a snapshot of the food, beverages and concepts impacting diners around the world.

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How FB Society Launched Some of Dallas-Fort Worth’s Most Successful Restaurants

EATER

FB Society, DFWs restaurant incubator, is rockin the suburbs and doing things its own way

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The right and the wrong way to franchise a restaurant

Restaurant Business

A Deeper Dive: Sean Thompson of Freddys Frozen Custard joins the podcast to talk about truths and fictions when it comes to expanding a franchise restaurant chain.

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The Funding Recipe for Your Restaurant – A Guide To Growing Your Business

Fuel your restaurant’s success with our comprehensive 2025 funding guide! Running a restaurant comes with unique financial challenges, from managing seasonal fluctuations to covering unexpected expenses like equipment repairs or ingredient shortages. This guide dives into fast, flexible financing options for restaurant owners. Discover how to bridge cash flow gaps, fund expansions, or navigate slow seasons without compromising service quality.

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[Meet the Panelists] Top Strategies to Grow with Confidence Webinar

Crunchtime

Growth is on the agenda for 2025, with many restaurant brands aiming to add 10, 50, or even hundreds of new locations over the year. Growing quickly is difficult enough, but it can be fraught with challenges if you are not well prepared.

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How Ggiata brings a bit of Jersey to Los Angeles

Restaurant Business

The founders of this hot fast-casual sandwich chain had no intention of opening a deli. Until they did.

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Here Are the 2025 James Beard Awards Restaurant and Chef Semifinalists

EATER

Photo illustration by Lille Allen; see below for full credits Heres who made the list this year Today, the James Beard Foundation announced this years semifinalists, revealing the chefs and restaurants potentially up for consideration for the 2025 James Beard Awards , considered one of the biggest honors and acknowledgments in the restaurant industry.

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How Trump’s Proposed Tariffs Could Raise Food Costs

EATER

Shutterstock Get ready to pay more for avocados, coffee, and other groceries For months, President Donald Trump has been adamant that, if elected, he would institute a series of tariffs on imported goods from countries like China, Canada, and Mexico. Though most economists agree that these tariffs would have a serious, negative impact on American consumers , Trump had been undeterred in his plan, promising to sign the tariffs into law on his first day in office.

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5 Ways You Can Win Faster with Gen AI in Sales

Incorporating generative AI (gen AI) into your sales process can speed up your wins through improved efficiency, personalized customer interactions, and better informed decision- making. Gen AI is a game changer for busy salespeople and can reduce time-consuming tasks, such as customer research, note-taking, and writing emails, and provide insightful data analysis and recommendations.