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Expanding the Definition of Value

Modern Restaurant Management

More than eight in ten restaurant operators expect 2025 sales to meet or exceed 2024 levels, but rising competition will require differentiation through experience, service, and innovation, according to The National Restaurant Association’s 2025 State of the Restaurant Industry report. Consumers have pent-up demand for restaurant meals.

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Restaurant Licensing: Expanding Your Brand’s Reach and Revenue

Modern Restaurant Management

Brand extension is a way for restaurants to stay relevant, innovative and engage with consumers where they are. Retailers are also embracing limited-time offers and seasonal innovations to drive traffic and create a sense of urgency. This desire is fueling a surge in food and beverage brand partnerships and collaborations.

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Little Palates, Big Flavors: Reinventing the Kids’ Menu

Modern Restaurant Management

From independent eateries to major chain restaurants, chefs and operators are getting creative, introducing innovative dishes and customizable options for younger diners. This includes providing a culinary journey through a three-course meal format, which not only entertains but also allows for customization and portion control.

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

Modern Restaurant Management

Expect to see functional plants like burdock, angelica, and osha root popping up more frequently, adding a fresh, innovative twist to dishes. The findings provide industry partners with exclusive data on emerging consumer preferences and innovation areas poised to differentiate brands in a highly-competitive marketplace.

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

Modern Restaurant Management

These innovations will allow restaurant operators to do more with less and help create smart, seamless experiences that meet rising guest expectations. In 2025, we expect to see continued growth in menu innovation with bold flavors, premium ingredients, and creative presentations, keeping loyal fans happy while drawing in adventurous foodies.

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New Restaurant Technology that Propels Business

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From AI-driven ordering systems to smart inventory tools and contactless dining experiences, today’s innovations are reshaping how restaurants operate, serve customers, and stay competitive. These innovations are reshaping how restaurants operate, communicate, and grow.

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THE NEXT BRILLIANT IDEA

Culinary Cues

Richard Melman of Lettuce Entertain You fame is notorious for feeding dreams, for storytelling, and for building a restaurant concept from those stories. Even Thomas Edison, a master dreamer, found excitement in always thinking and testing the waters of innovation.

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