EATER

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Bringing kids to a restaurant became controversial at some point. But with outdoor dining, it doesn’t have to be. The plan for my birthday last year was to have a nice lunch out in Napa Valley with some wine and my husband for the first time in months. The plan was not to bring my children, ages 1 and 3, to enjoy lunch with me.

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The Restaurant Group

JANUARY 7, 2020

Diners, for instance, have more seats, than your typical casual eatery, while fine dining restaurants tend to focus more on ambiance and therefore have less occupancy space. One way to identify problem areas before opening day is to take a seat in various areas of your dining room. Study the view from each seat.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 31, 2019

First and foremost, it is an almost guaranteed seating. They range the gamut from loyalty points ( Fivestarts ) to local events ( Restaurant Week ). More content at a person’s fingertips can definitely drive sales and drive interest. If you are reading this article you are one of the brave. Offer Online Promotions.

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SpotOn

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Easter is a big day for family gatherings, meaning more younger guests—who might need a little more entertainment than the typical restaurant-goer. You might need to re-up the supply in between seatings, so delegate easter egg hunt duties to your host or add it to your servers' sidework duties.

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Restaurant Clicks

OCTOBER 15, 2021

Whether you’re stopping through town on your way to another destination, taking a vacation, or you live in the area, you have to try one of these best bars in Atlanta at some point during your stay. You can also grab a seat outside when the weather’s nice for some fresh air after stopping at the bar for a drink.

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Restaurant Clicks

DECEMBER 11, 2021

From pop-up designer clothing sales to some of the best dining in NYC, Park Slope should always be on your list of must-see neighborhoods in New York. You’ll find the local scene is filled with artists, creatives, and young professionals. When visiting Park Slope, you’ll find plenty to see and do. Best Bars in Park Slope. Make a Reservation.

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Squirrel Systems

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

For restaurants, staying resilient amid the challenges of doing business under pandemic restrictions meant quickly adapting to new customer dining preferences; making strategic changes to operations, and adding resources to expand service offerings that drove sales.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 3, 2021

This edition of MRM Research Roundup features What Feeds Us, top delivery apps, popular drinks and who is winning the chicken wars. The State of What Feeds Us. Bluedot released the fourth installment of its State of What Feeds Us report which has kept tabs on consumer behavior and restaurant habits throughout the course of the pandemic. Drive-Thrus.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 17, 2020

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features consumers' dining desires, the power of personalization and the untapped opportunity in localized marketing. COVID-19 Consumer Dining Trends. The survey found that 59 percent of US and 47 percent of UK consumers plan to dine-out as soon as they are able.

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EATER

JULY 8, 2022

While idle, many industry veterans left foodservice and hospitality altogether; others like ourselves entertained simpler interim concepts in order to ride out the irregularities of the pandemic. Joules Garcia /Eater. Regulars brought flowers and letters asking if we would reconsider closing.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Since our founding 10 years ago, we’re proud to have facilitated 5 billion consumer orders, driven over $100 billion in sales for merchants, and helped Dashers ​​earn over $35 billion through the platform. Restaurant industry insiders offer their insights on F&B trends we can expect to see in 2024.

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Buzztime Business

MAY 1, 2023

Since trivia in bars has been shown to increase sales and foot traffic, first determine when you need that nice bump in business. Now it’s your turn to get in on the action with this 6-step beginner’s guide to hosting bar trivia… Step 1) Successful Trivia in Bars Depends on Answering 2 Critical Questions! Spoiler alert! Here are your options!

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Buzztime Business

MAY 1, 2023

Since trivia in bars has been shown to increase sales and foot traffic, first determine when you need that nice bump in business. Now it’s your turn to get in on the action with this 6-step beginner’s guide to hosting bar trivia… Step 1) Successful Trivia in Bars Depends on Answering 2 Critical Questions! Spoiler alert! Here are your options!

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Buzztime Business

MAY 1, 2023

Since trivia in bars has been shown to increase sales and foot traffic, first determine when you need that nice bump in business. Now it’s your turn to get in on the action with this 6-step beginner’s guide to hosting bar trivia… Step 1) Successful Trivia in Bars Depends on Answering 2 Critical Questions! Spoiler alert! Here are your options!

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 22, 2020

QDOBA Mexican Eats® introduced new restaurant formats, top photo, that feature buildouts including mobile-order drive-thrus, walk-up windows, mobile-order pick-up lockers, dedicated curbside pick-up areas, ghost kitchens, and concepts with updated outdoor seating. designed with high-rent urban areas in mind.

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Lavu

MARCH 30, 2020

If a restaurant doesn’t have clearly defined, measurable goals for service and sales – then it’s hard to keep everyone on the same page. With today’s thin workforce and abundance of open positions to fill in restaurants, keeping up morale, reducing turnover, and fostering teamwork in the workplace are more important than ever before.

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Notch

MAY 7, 2019

If you can fork up somewhere in the range of $110,000 to $850,000 (the average is $480,000), then you’ve got a starting point. According to MarketWatch, bar revenues dipped by 10% in the midst of the financial downturn a decade ago, but the market outlook for bars appears much better today. Can you even afford to open a bar?

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Notch

MAY 7, 2019

If you can fork up somewhere in the range of $110,000 to $850,000 (the average is $480,000), then you’ve got a starting point. According to MarketWatch, bar revenues dipped by 10% in the midst of the financial downturn a decade ago, but the market outlook for bars appears much better today. Can you even afford to open a bar?

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Apicbase

JUNE 16, 2023

Whether you’re looking to improve customer satisfaction, increase sales, or reduce costs, tracking these metrics will bring clarity to your restaurants’ performance and help you achieve your goals. In practice, however, successfully managing a group of busy restaurants is an awfully tough undertaking. Why Are Metrics Important?

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 20, 2019

Send news to Barbara Castiglia at bcastiglia@modernrestaurantmanagement.com. CPK Brings on Franchise Veteran. California Pizza Kitchen (CPK) today announced the appointment of Giorgio Minardi as Executive Vice President of Global Development & Franchise Operations. and the Grand Sierra Resort & Casino in Reno, Nev.,

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry movers and shakers: "What do you feel is going to cause disruption in the restaurant industry over the next decade?” Elo’s Sonal Apte, vice president of retail and hospitality. Guests will demand a personalized journey when food is delivered to their door.

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Web Diner

JANUARY 30, 2019

But, when it comes to customers and seating arrangements, that couldn’t really be further from the truth. The way clients are seated is a huge part of it. First of all, identify the different areas where it would be possible to seat customers – while obviously taking into account the areas that are needed for other purposes.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Eight months after the acquisition by Capriotti’s, Wing Zone is rolling out a brand refresh which features technology upgrades, a revamped menu, an energized restaurant design and experience, a new logo and other assets designed to further position the brand as one of the undisputed leaders in the chicken wing category.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 28, 2020

With so many amazing new dining and entertainment experiences emerging around the world, it feels good to be a part of that revolution and to bring something unique back to San Diego.” Send news to Barbara Castiglia at bcastiglia@modernrestaurantmanagement.com. “I found inspiration on my travels.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 4, 2020

This edition of MRM Research Roundup features the Restaurant Resilience Index, the impact of reviews, shifitng consumer preferences and the importance of rewards. Pandemic and Restaurant Demand. The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted a number of businesses, but few harder than the restaurant industry. percent demand decline.

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BNG Point of Sale

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Even giving away a free dessert or a small appetizer will score you big points in the customer service department. Before entering a restaurant, most customers and restaurant guests already have certain assumptions and expectations in mind. The goal of training employees and other house staff is to make the customers happy.

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KaTom

JUNE 15, 2020

As people look to take a break from kitchen duties, feeding their families every night during social distancing, KaTom is suggesting some takeout restaurants for a handful of cities across the country. We hope these contributions to the pantheon of restaurant advice help hungry folks in these cities and give local businesses a boost.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 7, 2020

In this edition of MRM News Bites, we feature the latest delivery platform consolidation, the release of PPP loan information and ServSafe Dining Commitment. Uber To Acquire Postmates. billion in an all-stock transaction that brings together two top players in third-party delivery, Uber will acquire Postmates. This disclosure covers each of the 4.9

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Buzztime Business

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Or, the first 50 RSVPs get on the “VIP” list which could mean a free app or reserved seating. 6) Burnt is Good…Kansas City Burnt Ends A highly in demand delicacy in Kansas City, burnt ends are crusty, fatty meat from the point of a smoked beef brisket. Millennials plan to go even bigger, shelling out $118. billion pie.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 28, 2021

The brand’s commitment to each guest service experience is the focal point of upcoming menu innovation, value-based choices, and a portfolio of new organic food and beverage educational content. Additional 2020 Award Recipients: Top Delivery Sales : Lance and Blake Condray, Campbell, CA. million guests.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 18, 2019

In this edition of MRM News Bites, we feature Winnow, Epic Burger, OneDine, Revenue Management Solutions, t he ONE Group Hospitality, McCain Foods, Epson America and Noble, Inspire Brands and 2nd Avenue Lighting. Winnow Raises $20M to Fight Food Waste. Within the US alone, an estimated? 63 million tons of food is wasted every year.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

This edition of MRM News Bites features NLRB, Condado Tacos, JBF, General Mills Convenience & Foodservice, Yelp, WorkJam and Forge, HungryPanda, QikServe and FreedomPay, Tablelist, xtraCHEF, Perk Labs and blixr. NLRB Issues Joint-Employer Ruling. As a result, the final rule provides clear guidance in this significant area of the law.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 1, 2020

Yelp’s diners seated data shows significantly more people are dining-in at restaurants. During the peak of the pandemic, the number of diners seated across Yelp Reservations and Waitlist dropped essentially to zero. Yelp's Economic Impact Report. Key findings for the restaurant industry include: Restaurant Closures Data.

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The Restaurant Times

JANUARY 12, 2023

The layout of a nightclub’s seating, bar, and kitchen areas can significantly affect how customers experience the space and how quickly staff can move around it while providing a service, even though patrons don’t give it much thought. Seating areas. Dance floor or other entertainment areas. So, what are you waiting for?

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

New & Notable spotlights the latest news restaurateurs need to know. TEAM Schostak Family Celebrates Anniversary and Employees. TEAM Schostak Family Restaurants (TSFR) is celebrating its 40th anniversary along with the anniversaries of employees that have been with the company for 20 years or more.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

32 percent of survey takers chose outdoor seating availability as a factor in their dining-out comfort level. 32 percent of survey takers chose outdoor seating availability as a factor in their dining-out comfort level. How Comfortable are Diners? Some highlights inlcude: Consumers' projected dining out frequency.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 20, 2021

In this edition of MRM Research Roundup, we feature news of the expected pent-up demand from guests, the Great Restaurant Restart and delivery trends. Event Planning Is Back. With summer around the corner, and an imminent surge of demand for experiences and events in the months ahead, Tripleseat and SevenRooms partnered to survey 1,000 U.S.

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