The Restaurant Group
MARCH 23, 2025
Introduction Hey there, fellow food enthusiast! Ever noticed how ordering your favorite meal has become as easy as pie? That’s the magic of online food ordering systems. They’ve not only spiced up our dining experiences but also served up a platter of benefits for restaurants. Let’s dig into how these systems are changing the game.
ChowNow
MARCH 27, 2025
Menu pricing isnt just about covering costsits about finding that sweet spot where profitability, customer perception, and operational reality meet. Set prices too low, and youre leaving money on the table. Too high, and youll drive customers away. Somewhere in between is the number that makes sense for your food costs, your market, and your restaurants unique position.
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Modern Restaurant Management
MARCH 27, 2025
Pooja Nair, Partner at Ervin Cohen & Jessup LLP, and aModern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine legal contributor, discusseshow restaurant operators might be impacted bytariffs.
EATER
MARCH 25, 2025
Keith Lee, the internets most famous food critic. | Photo by Renee Dominguez/SXSW Conference & Festivals via Getty Images The TikTok food critic has spent the last few years advocating for independent restaurants, most recently in a partnership with Toast. He also hopes to open his own someday. At this point, theres no denying that Keith Lee is among the countrys most influential food critics.
Advertiser: Paycor
Before you can achieve success, you have to define it. Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) give you the framework to do just that. Paycor’s free guide includes a step-by-step process leaders can use to work toward – and achieve – their loftiest business goals.
Restaurant Engine
MARCH 26, 2025
Concentrate on hyperlocal marketing strategies to reach your target customer. How can your restaurant stand out in the middle of so much digital noise? Not only are you competing with chain restaurants and their massive advertising budgets, but youre also competing against local restaurants on social media platforms and with their own pay-per-click budgets.
Goliath Consulting
MARCH 26, 2025
As the chill of winter fades and patio season returns, restaurant owners have a prime opportunity to prepare their HVAC systems for the demands of spring. With rising temperatures, fluctuating humidity, and increased allergens in the air, a neglected HVAC system can impact both guest experience and operational costs. Instead of waiting for issues to arise, a proactive maintenance approach can prevent costly repairs, improve energy efficiency, and ensure diners stay comfortable throughout the sea
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PathSpot
MARCH 26, 2025
In todays competitive restaurant and hospitality industries, operational efficiency and customer satisfaction go hand in hand with revenue growth. PathSpot, a leader in hygiene technology, empowers businesses to protect their brand while driving measurable financial returns. By minimizing waste, improving employee retention, and fostering a safe environment for customers and staff, PathSpot becomes an essential investment for long-term profitability.
Evergreen
MARCH 26, 2025
For restaurants, breweries, and other food service establishments, efficiency and customer satisfaction go hand in hand. One often-overlooked aspect of streamlining operations is how menus are managed and presented. While digital solutions are on the rise, many businesses still rely on traditional print menus.
Rocket Fuel
MARCH 26, 2025
Quick-service restaurants (QSRs) are operating in one of the most demanding environments ever. From rising costs and labor shortages to operational complexity and shifting consumer expectations, its never been more important to protect your margins. But even the best-run restaurants are losing revenue every dayoften without realizing it. Whether its food waste, employee theft, delivery mistakes, or missed prep tasks, small breakdowns can quickly turn into big losses.
Modern Restaurant Management
MARCH 28, 2025
The restaurant industry is undergoing a significant shift as Gen Z diners reshape dining expectations. This generation prioritizes social responsibility over traditional brand loyalty and gravitates toward integrity, sustainability, and values-driven experiences. To successfully engage this influential consumer group, restaurants can no longer rely solely on brand recognition; they must adopt innovative strategies that align with Gen Z’s preferences.
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Before you can achieve success, you have to define it. Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) give you the framework to do just that. Paycor’s free guide includes a step-by-step process leaders can use to work toward – and achieve – their loftiest business goals.
EATER
MARCH 27, 2025
Would Smartfood betray me? | Lille Allen One womans quest to figure out why her beloved white cheddar popcorn started to disappoint Smartfood White Cheddar popcorn is the only snack I ever want. I mean this. I do not often crave sweets, and while I will happily accept chips and Cheetos and various Haldirams mixes, Smartfood is the only one that sends me into a focused stupor.
ChowNow
MARCH 27, 2025
If youre one of the thousands of restaurants that added online food delivery in recent years, you might be wondering: is it actually helping my business grow? The only way to know for sure is by tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) that drive business growth. These metrics give you a clear picture of your delivery performancefrom order volume and customer retention to delivery speed and profitability.
The Rail
MARCH 25, 2025
By Jordan Hayes, Contributor Relocating a restaurant is a major event that offers an opportunity to rebrand, refresh, and create excitement among your customers. Whether youre moving to a bigger space, a more strategic location, or a trendier neighborhood, the way you announce your restaurant's move can shape how customers respond to the change. A well-planned announcement not only reassures loyal patrons but also attracts new customers eager to explore your new location.
Modern Restaurant Management
MARCH 26, 2025
Omnichannel communications and value-oriented customer expectations are two elements challenging restaurant owners and operators, according to a survey from Klaviyo. “Every guest touchpoint–whether it’s a dine-in experience, an online order, or even a response to a review – can influence future business,” Mike Eng, Senior Director of Vertical Expansion at Klaviyo, told Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine. “Restaurants need to think beyond just serving
Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker
Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.
EATER
MARCH 27, 2025
Klaus Vedfelt/Getty Images A new survey from Eater and Vox Media examines how diners of all ages are discovering and enjoying restaurants The nationwide dining scene has changed drastically since Eater was founded 20 years ago: Social media and Yelp emerged as a source for restaurant reviews; plenty of new platforms popped up, allowing diners to better snag a hot table and track their spending ) pop up; and a global pandemic that descended five years ago still has the restaurant industry recover
ChowNow
MARCH 28, 2025
Artificial intelligence (AI) is everywhere right now. Its powering voice assistants, helping people write emails faster, and even suggesting what to watch or where to eat next. With rapid advances happening across various industries, including the food industry, you might be wondering: What does AI have to do with running my restaurant? The short answer?
Restaurant Business
MARCH 28, 2025
The 2025 Restaurant Business Restaurant Leader of the Year engineered the industrys most unlikely comeback with a simple formula: Get people in the door and give them a good time once they get there.
Modern Restaurant Management
MARCH 27, 2025
As a restaurant manager, you want to do everything in your power to keep your commercial kitchen as well as your entire facility safe and welcoming to staff and patrons alike. However, fire hazards such as neglected kitchen equipment and grease buildup can lead to serious kitchen fires, threatening lives and livelihoods. While there is no way to completely eliminate fire risk in commercial kitchens, you and your staff can take steps to reduce the risk.
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AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.
EATER
MARCH 28, 2025
Levy A host of diverse offerings are on the menu at Wrigley Field, Dodger Stadium, and other arenas this season. Heres how they got there. When you think of baseball stadium food , youre probably thinking of the classics: hot dogs wrapped in foil, buttery popcorn, a crinkly bag of Cracker Jack. Although these items are still plentiful, dining at a baseball game has now become an exciting culinary affair.
Lavu
MARCH 28, 2025
Multilingual Menus improve Restaurant Operations by solving language barriers and enhancing operational efficiency. These menus enable restaurants to better communicate with a diverse range of customers, streamline ordering processes, reduce errors, and improve overall guest satisfaction. By offering multilingual options, restaurant owners can create a more inclusive dining experience, attracting a wider customer base while optimizing staff productivity.
Restaurant Business
MARCH 24, 2025
The coffee chain is hiring the team behind Empower Delivery, the software company founded by Starbucks new chief development officer, Meredith Sandland.
Modern Restaurant Management
MARCH 25, 2025
In the restaurant industry, moving from General Manager (GM) to Multi-Unit Leader (MUL)—whether as a District Manager, Area Manager, or Regional Director—is usually seen as a natural career progression. After all, a high-performing GM has already mastered running a restaurant, hitting numbers, developing teams, and managing day-to-day operations, so giving them more locations should be a win.
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.
EATER
MARCH 24, 2025
I tested five of the most high-tech toaster ovens on the market. and honestly, theyre all pretty amazing. But which one is right for you? Toaster oven technology has never been more advanced or effective. The modern toaster oven heats up fast, stays consistently hot and temperature-controlled, and is perfectly proportioned and feature-designed for solo apartment-dwellers or couples who share smaller spaces, although some models also cater to those with families (i.e., theyre tater-tot ready).
Lavu
MARCH 28, 2025
Managing special occasion promotions is easier than ever with the best POS system features and integrated online ordering. These advanced tools empower restaurants to create personalized offers, track customer data, and automate processes to enhance customer loyalty and streamline operations. With capabilities like real-time inventory management, automated scheduling, and customer relationship management (CRM) integration, restaurants can efficiently run tailored promotions for birthdays, annive
Restaurant Business
MARCH 27, 2025
HMC Hospitality, the operator of Original Hooters restaurants, is working to rescue the larger Hooters of America, Bloomberg reported.
Modern Restaurant Management
MARCH 24, 2025
Restaurant brands are seeking out emerging technology to be more efficient and using data analytics to improve the drive-thru experience and this is only the beginning, according to Tim Tang, Director of Enterprise Solutions at Hughes. For example, Chick-fil-A ihas used drone footage and cameras to optimize speed and accuracy at their drive-thru and Tang expects more innovation from the brand. "If I had the opportunity, I would encourage them to employ voice analytics, not to automate orderi
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Get ready for the future of business. As HR navigates an ongoing labor shortage, leaders need stronger, more adaptable recruiting strategies. Do you have the tools you need to build a talent pipeline that drives sustainable business growth?
EATER
MARCH 26, 2025
The Travel buds Grand hotels are home to some of the French capitals most exciting and elegant meals, according to Eaters local dining expert and guidebook author Hotel restaurants tend to have a special energy. In a cosmopolitan culinary capital like Paris , they tend to attract a dynamic mix of locals from around the corner and visitors from around the world.
Lavu
MARCH 28, 2025
Recipe costing integration simplifies restaurant management and boosts profits by combining automated tools with POS systems. By accurately tracking ingredient costs and streamlining menu pricing, it helps restaurants minimize waste, maintain profit margins, and make data-driven decisions. Integrated systems also provide real-time insights into inventory levels, ensuring better cost control and operational efficiency.
Restaurant Business
MARCH 28, 2025
The Los Angeles restaurateur is prolific on TV, a pioneer of delivery-only brands, and he makes a mean grilled cheese.
Modern Restaurant Management
MARCH 24, 2025
Value-driven dining and a growing interest in regional brands are two trends uncovered in Yelp's 2025 Fastest Growing Brand s report. Among the report highlights are: Fast food and value-driven restaurants are thriving—McDonald’s (#25), Taco Bell (#33), and Popeyes (#11) are among the brands seeing significant consumer interest growth.' Breakfast is booming—coffee and bakery brands saw the highest search growth with breakfast and brunch searches up 142 percent year-over
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