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Top Secrets for Restaurant Growth: Understanding the New Guest Journey

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20 years ago, it was enough for restaurants to just provide great food and great service. His business, Talkin’ Tacos, started with just one location: a food truck. He now has more than 20 locations and is franchising across state lines. Those points can unlock different food rewards. Nobody wants this.

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How this entrepreneur's bagel runs became a business

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But learning how to make his wife a great bagel ended up creating a business, Jeff’s Bagel Run, which now has 15 locations and is franchising. Wetherill took on about 50% ownership and they launched JBR Franchise Co., to franchise the bagel brand. I made a bagel for my wife, because she asked me to,” he said. They struck a deal.

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Top 10 Reasons to Attend a Restaurant Trade Show in 2025

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These events bring together restaurant owners, tech innovators, food suppliers, and service providers—all in one place. Most trade shows are in culinary and hospitality hubs, but there are also smaller shows focusing on the food trade of specific regions. Save money You can get excellent deals at food and beverage tradeshows.

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New Restaurant Technology that Propels Business

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In 2025, staying ahead means more than great food—it means leveraging the right tech to boost efficiency, reduce costs, and elevate the guest experience. VR onboarding spares the restaurant from wasting food or spending excessive time on training sessions. Several franchise restaurants are already using them.

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Best Restaurant POS System: Why Lavu Is the Top Choice for Growing Restaurants

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Lavu POS System A Leading Contender for the Best Restaurant POS System Industry Lavu is a cloud-based POS system tailored for the food service industry. Square also provides hardware tailored to specific needs, like full POS registers for sit-down restaurants, mobile terminals for food trucks, and kitchen display systems for busy kitchens.

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Types of POS Systems: Which One Is Right for Your Business in 2025?

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Mobile POS : Perfect for food trucks, pop-ups, or tableside service. Whether you’re managing a food truck or a multi-location chain, the right system can improve efficiency, reduce errors, and enhance customer satisfaction. Offers real-time data, easy menu updates, and scalability. Low-cost and portable.

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10 Reasons to Switch to an iPad Restaurant POS System

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Boost Profits with Analytics from Your iPad Restaurant POS System Running a successful restaurant requires more than just great food and service – it calls for a deep understanding of your operations. These systems can compare theoretical margins with actual food costs by location, time of day, or menu section.

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