Restaurant Business

JUNE 11, 2025

The convenience-retailing giant on Wednesday announced a Craveables Value Menu, pitting it in head-to-head competition with fast-food chains also looking to win consumers over with low prices. By Heather Lalley on Jun. Photo: Shutterstock 7-Eleven is ready to do battle in the summer value wars. .

Fast Casual 172

Fast Casual Cash Management Retail Leadership 172

Restaurant Business

JULY 15, 2025

or “Are there gluten-free items on the menu?” Concierge then uses data from OpenTable, including menus and reviews, to generate a response. OpenTable says the bot will save customers time and will help restaurants capture more bookings by providing needed information fast. Sign up here.

Leadership 191

Leadership Technology Book Fast Casual 191

Restaurant Business

JULY 14, 2025

That means basic information like menu and hours of location have to be up to date (which is just good practice anyway). News Tech Check technology Joe Guszkowski is a senior editor with Restaurant Business covering technology and casual-dining chains. So restaurants’ websites need to be structured accordingly.

Social Media 167

Social Media SEO Leadership Technology 167

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

” Following his transitional leadership role at SALIDO and NAB, Chowdhury will focus his efforts on the Bowery Engine, an early stage direct investment and incubation company that previously supported SALIDO. From screen to plate, the menu is expected to feature signature dishes and recipes that have been prepared on the show.

Fast Casual 405

Fast Casual Casual Menu Mobile Ordering 405

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. IHOP® unveiled the latest plans to launch a pilot of its new fast-casual concept, flip’d by IHOP (flip’d).

Franchise 474

Franchise Franchising Fast Casual Loyalty Program 474

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

” Creating Multi-Brand Platform of Premium Casual Restaurant Concepts. The concept is centered around a 900-degree coal fired oven, and its streamlined menu offers “well-done” pizza, coal fired chicken wings, homemade meatballs, and a variety of handcrafted sandwiches and salads. BurgerFi International Inc.

Franchise 450

Franchise Franchising Leadership Beverage 450

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

In this edition of MRM Research Roundup, we feature pizza predictions, Valentine's Day menu trends and lots about loyalty. Valentine's Menu Trends Restaurant guests heavily favor tasting menus this Valentine’s season, according to Lightspeed. percent dip in overall gratuities.

2024 492

2024 Loyalty Program Food Order 2030 492

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 7, 2021

Saudi Arabia had a successful pop-up store at the 2019 Riyadh Season and is opening its first permanent store in Jeddah this summer. To showcase bold new flavors, On The Border has elevated its menu, and the innovative new dishes will be available for guests visiting North Point.

Franchise 433

Franchise Franchising Sustainability Fast Casual 433

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 1, 2020

Some businesses have had a harder time adapting their business models, including French restaurants (-62 percent in seasonally adjusted consumer interest relative to other similar types of businesses), tapas & small plates (-57 percent) and hot pot (-53 percent). Christina Norton noted: “Frequent users in the U.S. In the U.K.

2020 479

2020 Food Safety Fast Casual Guest Recovery 479

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 17, 2020

This investment comes at a pivotal time, as the Indian fast casual has more than 50 franchise and corporate locations in varying stages of development across the United States, including two franchised locations that recently opened in Atlanta and Orange County, California. Curry Up Now Secures Investment.

Franchise 340

Franchise Franchising 2020 Fast Casual 340

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

Allen comes to Checkers & Rally’s with a proven track record of success in the restaurant industry and deep expertise across brand strategy, menu and marketing, franchising, restaurant technology, and restaurant operations, among other disciplines. Taco John’s is initially focused on markets where it already has a presence.

Franchise 305

Franchise Franchising Fast Casual Point of Sale 305

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 9, 2020

parent company of fast-casual restaurant chain The Habit Burger Grill, for approximately $375 million in a cash transaction. “As a fast-casual concept with strong unit economics, The Habit Burger Grill is a fantastic addition to the Yum! Beefing Up with Habit Acquisition. Brands, Inc. and internationally.

Fast Casual 282

Fast Casual Online Ordering Customer Service Employee Relations 282

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 14, 2020

In addition to virtual kitchens meeting lower labor costs, they also offer a fast-track to opening, with a location able to begin serving in just one month. Novel menu items targeted to Chinese pizza lovers include but are not limited to Bamboo Charcoal Thin Crust and kimchi as a topping option. Pieology in China.

Franchise 474

Franchise Franchising Kitchen Safety Food Safety 474

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 13, 2019

HOP® Restaurants announced plans to launch Flip’d by IHOP™, a new fast-casual concept in the U.S., “In looking at what exists today in terms of fresh, fast menu options — particularly at breakfast — there’s still tremendous opportunity for growth,” said Jay Johns, President of IHOP.

Mobile Ordering 251

Mobile Ordering Catering POS Online Ordering 251

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 11, 2020

.” The 25th edition of Scoop features products designed to help bar-and-grill operators easily get creative and innovate with their menus, with elevated, upsell-worthy versions of their traditional bar-and-grill fare. ” Spring Scoop highlights include: Elevated, Upsell-Worthy Bar-and-Grill Favorites. Plant-Forward Offerings.

Bar 386

Bar Cash Management Loyalty Program Point of Sale 386

7 Shifts

AUGUST 16, 2024

Managers also handle budgeting, track income and expenses to maintain profitability, and work closely with the kitchen staff to ensure menu items are prepared according to the restaurant's standards. Leadership and communication Leadership and communication are not just skills, but essential qualities for a successful restaurant manager.

Management 195

Management Management 2024 Kitchen Safety 195

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

During that period, McDonald's also undertook several "velocity growth accelerators," including (1) an Experience of the Future layout, which features a combination of ordering flexibility, customer experience, and a more streamlined menu; (2) mobile ordering and payments; and (3) delivery alternatives. "When in January 2017.

Waste 253

Waste Food Leadership Customer Service 253

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 28, 2024

. “Our data indicates that QSR burger chains have generally been the hardest hit by the California increase in minimum wage and subsequent increase in menu prices,” writes Hottovy. The chain benefits from a combination of high perceived value through its “3 for Me” menu and service strength through employee retention.

2024 294

2024 Mobile Ordering White Paper Food Order 294

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 16, 2019

The best performing segments during November were those whose sales are the most negatively affected by Thanksgiving: fast casual, upscale casual and casual dining. Expect for casual dining, upscale casual and fine dining to have abysmal sales and traffic growth numbers. First, at 2.1

2019 322

2019 Compost Mobile Ordering Online Ordering 322

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

Same menu, same location, just a new building – and you see how people really flock back to the brand. Cypress will directly manage and coordinate all discussions and distribution of sale materials with potential buyers while maintaining a close, ongoing interaction with the Krystal leadership team. percent to +107.5

Franchise 216

Franchise Franchising Fast Casual Point of Sale 216

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

Chicken Salad Chick has 137 locations throughout 16 states predominantly in the Southeast and is a leading fast-casual restaurant company. The fast-casual restaurants also feature homemade pimento cheese and egg salad, as well as fresh sides, soups and desserts. Terms of the deal are confidential. This Is It!

Franchise 193

Franchise Franchising Fast Casual Point of Sale 193

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 16, 2019

“Fast food options usually fall into two buckets: fast, healthy, and unaffordable, or fast, unhealthy, and affordable and nothing in between. “Restaurants are catching on and realizing that it isn’t as simple as adding a vegan burger onto the menu. Parts Town and Heritage Combine.

Food Truck 317

Food Truck Customer Service Customer Experience Front of House 317

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 24, 2020

Each new brand will operate at virtual kitchen locations, which are delivery-only, and will offer new items that are off-shoots of Dog Haus’ signature menu. In addition to the new brands, The Absolute Brands will introduce pop-up concepts for seasonal happenings and chef collaborations. Brands, Inc. and internationally.

Food Supply 253

Food Supply Kitchen Safety Food Safety Cash Management 253

Restaurant Clicks

DECEMBER 3, 2021

Bai Sushi is a casual and affordable 20-seat restaurant, offering innovative sushi and Japanese cooked dishes with a “new-wave” concept. If you can’t reserve a seat in the small dining room, Bai Sushi has a fast and budget-friendly take-out and delivery service. 37-03 Broadway, Queens, NY 11103 Phone: 718-956-7445 Visit Website.

Fast Casual 124

Fast Casual Fine Dining Online Ordering Seasonal Menu 124

7 Shifts

APRIL 26, 2023

We had traditionally sit-down and quick-serve, and then fast-casual kind of birthed in the middle. That's been one of our strategies behind the scenes," As 7 Leaves leadership has listened to what their customers want, they've also given their ear to what their employees want.

Employee Relations 195

Employee Relations Customer Experience Leadership Front of House 195

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 12, 2019

"The five existing cafes we have in Colorado have quickly become fan favorites, and the active communities here have continued to gravitate towards our better-for-you menu items. “Salata is on an upward trajectory to become “the” premiere national fast-casual salad restaurant,” said Wheeler.

Franchise 275

Franchise Franchising Loyalty Program Book 275

Restaurant Clicks

DECEMBER 6, 2021

The menu at La Strega has selections of pizza, pasta, antipasti, seafood, cured meats, and main entrees for an elaborate multi-course Italian meal. You can find this traditional sushi bar with an authentic, fast-paced street food energy located in the Chinatown Plaza right across the interstate from the Vegas Strip. Make a Reservation.

Fine Dining 144

Fine Dining Reservations Hotels Seasonal Menu 144

7 Shifts

JULY 6, 2023

The fast casual restaurant space, I don't like saying it, but some brands and entrepreneurs just see individuals as a disposable resource when really, they are the oxygen that's being pumped into the business and the brand. And of course, including myself and our senior leadership team, we hire and off-board according to these values.

Employee Relations 195

Employee Relations Customer Experience Fast Casual Hiring 195

The Restaurant Times

APRIL 12, 2023

In this episode, we welcome Geoff Alexander, President and CEO of Wow Bao and a seasoned professional in the restaurant industry. Conclusion Alexander’s tenacity and vision have earned him industry-wide recognition as one of the Top 25 Executives in the Fast Casual Industry for six consecutive years (2014—2021).

Leadership 52

Leadership Social Media Fast Casual Online Ordering 52

Restaurant Clicks

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

Uchi’s menu is vast, with every sashimi, sushi, soup, vegetable, and toyosu imaginable. There is nothing on this menu that isn’t perfect. If you’re overwhelmed by the selection, you can always come with a group and order the Omakase tasting menu. You can order multiple dishes as they are all small portions. Make a Reservation.

Fine Dining 119

Fine Dining Online Ordering Reservations Front of House 119

Qu

APRIL 12, 2024

Leveraging and integrating AI solutions can have a huge impact on enterprise QSR and Fast Casual chains’ financial performance. Just ask about this week’s revenue, which menu items are hot right now, or how your labor costs are trending versus sales, and Notify serves up the answers you need in seconds.

Point of Sale 52

Point of Sale Webinar Technology Food Order 52

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 25, 2021

” Differentiating itself in the popular Mexican quick-service segment, Taco John’s prides itself on a unique menu that features delicious, quality-made food. This month, Vitality Bowls also announced the addition of John Mascali to its leadership team. The best is yet to come for Taco John’s!” & Canada.

Franchise 420

Franchise Franchising Customer Experience 2021 420

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 22, 2021

We are continuing to expand to new locations and introduce new menu items – you never know what we have up our sleeves. “Naf allows us to align and grow with a clearly differentiated restaurant brand with fantastic food, run by a seasoned and successful management team.” ” Naf Naf Expands in Dallas Area. .

Franchise 508

Franchise Franchising 2020 2021 508

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 14, 2020

” Throughout 2020, the culinary team at Walk-On’s will feature select burgers from the menu as the “Game On Burger.” The hibachi and ramen kitchen will offer a unique twist on both Japanese traditions, blending the best of both art forms to create a craveable dining destination in a fast-casual setting.

Back of House 329

Back of House Hotels Design Events 329

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 15, 2020

The best performing segments during Q4 (and those that achieved positive same-store sales growth) were family dining, fine dining and upscale casual. Upscale casual also achieved positive sales growth during Q4 but experienced a small dip in sales for the entire year compared with 2018. For more information, click here.

2020 275

2020 Point of Sale Online Ordering Consumer Goods 275

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 19, 2020

” Bloom’s most recent acquisition of SuperFi continues to fulfill its leadership strategy of conquering the WiFi marketing space by creating exceptional digital relationships between physical locations and their customers. It reduces the risk of exposure to both customers and staff by eliminating the need to touch menus and money.

Food Safety 362

Food Safety Website Management Customer Experience Employee Relations 362

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 14, 2020

In addition, the site has been updated to make it easier for restaurant operators to search key topics such as "off-premise," "dine-in" and "competitive menu" so they can quickly find what they need. The company has also added a Deep Cleaning Checklist and guiding principles for Managing Indoor Air.

Webinar 474

Webinar Customer Experience Mobile Ordering Customer Service 474