7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

After all, it’s not just the quality of your food that can keep customers coming back — 73% of diners base their satisfaction on the quality of service they receive. How do you prepare your team for special events or holiday rushes? How do you ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations?

Leadership

Goliath Consulting

APRIL 5, 2025

Efficient Seating and Ordering Process Minimize wait times and ensure smooth transitions from arrival to seating. Personalization, such as remembering a regulars favorite dish or celebrating special occasions, can leave a lasting impression. Provide digital menus or physical copies that are clear and well-designed.

Customer Experience

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 24, 2025

The Untapped Power of Music In an era of fierce competition in the restaurant and hospitality sectors, curating an unparalleled guest experience isn’t just beneficial, it’s essential for turning reserved seats into lasting memories. Older generations (55+) prefer outdoor seating driving 27% of reservations.

License

ChowNow

JANUARY 23, 2025

1) Pop-Up Collaborations Partner with other local businesses, like a bakery, brewery, coffee shop, roastery, or food truck, for exclusive menu items or drinks. Why customers love it: Customers who attend these types of events will be foodiespeople with an intense interest in food and how its made.

Events

Restaurant Clicks

JULY 22, 2025

What makes these restaurants stand out isn’t just the food, but the people behind them and the way they stick to what works. Each one has built a solid reputation for serving food people keep coming back for. While the setup is simple, the focus is on getting the food right.

Back of House

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

"These tariffs could deeply affect the food service and hospitality industries on both sides of the border," Alex Thalassinos, President of Silverware POS, one of the first tech providers dedicated to Canada’s hospitality industry, told Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine.

Loyalty Program

Restaurant Clicks

AUGUST 1, 2025

Louisiana has a deep love for food, and barbecue is no exception. What makes it special here is the mix of local flavor, family recipes, and cooking styles passed down through generations. The setup is laid-back, with counter service and a choice of indoor or patio seating.

Back of House

Restaurant Clicks

JULY 21, 2025

Barbecue has long been a part of Virginia’s food culture. The setup is casual, with indoor seating and a bar that serves local craft beer. 28 – Hammerdown BBQ Source: Hammerdown BBQ Hammedown BBQ in Aldie, Virginia, started as a veteran-owned food truck and later expanded into a full smokehouse along Route 50.

Back of House

Future Food

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Suddenly we find that 2024 is almost behind us now but Future Food would like to share with you the trends and insight that we see across the food and hospitality sector. Discretionary spending has flatlined and shifted for food and hospitality but spending on essential items is slightly up.

Hospitality

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. I wasnt going to chains or fast-food places. Does that ever get heavy?

Social Media

Restaurant Clicks

JULY 18, 2025

These are the places people keep coming back to, not just for the food but also for the experience and the way they treat their customers. 30 – Blackburn’s BBQ Source: Blackburn’s BBQ Blackburn’s BBQ in Eagle Lake has become a local favorite since opening in 2017, first as a food truck before moving into a full restaurant.

Back of House

ChowNow

MARCH 27, 2025

Somewhere in between is the number that makes sense for your food costs, your market, and your restaurants unique position. Food Costs: How to calculate the cost of each dish Lets start with the basics: how much does it actually cost you to make each item on your menu? The special-occasion spot?

Pricing

ChowNow

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

A packed dining room is great, but without the right system, long wait times and disorganized seating can lead to frustrated customers and lost business. These apps help restaurants accept reservations online, organize their waitlists, and even optimize seating arrangements to maximize table turnover. The best approach?

2025

ChowNow

MAY 30, 2025

If youve got a big outdoor patio, maybe a summer evening special event is the best move. It could be a fall-inspired cocktail, a one-week burger special, or a collab dish made with a local farm or bakery. This works especially well if you serve photogenic food or drinks (bonus points for mouth-watering images).

Ordering

The Rail

JANUARY 15, 2025

Look for underutilized corners, walls, or other spaces that could serve additional purposes, such as hosting extra storage, decorative elements, or seating options. For example, repositioning prep stations or food pickup points can reduce unnecessary back-and-forth. Similarly, flexible seating arrangements keep operations smooth.

Outdoor

7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

How do you balance seating arrangements to maintain fairness and efficiency? What steps do you take to handle special seating requests, such as accessibility needs? What strategies do you use to communicate with servers effectively to manage seating flow? How do you ensure guests feel welcome when they arrive?

Hospitality

Lavu

MAY 30, 2025

The last thing any restaurant should do is make the customer feel like they are being pushed out of their seat for the next guest. Maximizing table turnover is crucial for restaurants to optimize their seating capacity and increase their profitability. However, turning tables must be done tactfully.

Seating

EATER

APRIL 21, 2025

Our familys food is a time capsule of their childhoods and ours. Quite a few young Iranians bring their parents and grandparents by to try our food, as well as a lot of the older generation will come in on their own because they are curious. And now, a little special somewhere that feels just like their own.

Back of House

ChowNow

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Everything from food to labor is getting more expensive, which means restaurant margins are tighter than ever. Even if your food is incredible, youre not operating in a vacuum. Maybe theres no great late-night option, or the local delivery scene is missing high-quality comfort food. Everything is getting more expensive.

2025

Restaurant Business

JUNE 17, 2025

17, 2025 Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Greenlanes have no dine-in seating. For certain events, Greenlane also sends the mascot Gigi—a human in a fluffy pink bunny suit, because salads are rabbit food—who has become somewhat of a TikTok star, helping to build brand awareness. By Lisa Jennings on Jun. Just drive-thru and pickup windows.

Fast Casual

Squirrel Systems

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Super Bowl Sunday is one of the busiest days for restaurants and bars, as fans gather to enjoy the game, food, and drinks with friends and family. Design Team-Inspired Menus Add some fun to your menu by creating special dishes or drinks that represent each of the competing teams.

Social Media

Restaurant Business

JUNE 27, 2025

I’m more vision, creative, fly-by-the-seat-of-pants. Los Angeles has become a hotbed for bagel concepts like Courage Bagels, Hank’s Bagels, the Yeastie Boys food trucks, and more. Jeff said the two found they worked well together as business partners. Danielle and I have a perfect yin and yang as business owners,” he said.

Fast Casual

Restaurant Business

JUNE 11, 2025

The Atlanta-based company is hoping that more modern food and restaurants will help its brands break through with younger consumers. They specialize in breakfast staples, homestyle favorites and homey atmospheres—Perkins largely in the Midwest and East Coast and Huddle House in the South. That means you can now get boba at Perkins.

Fast Casual

ChowNow

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

In 2025, the US online food delivery market is expected to reach $424.9 Customers have a tendency to order more food when theyre not under pressure at the counter or on the phone. Phone orders are prone to human errormisheard items, incorrect addresses, and unclear special requests are all common issues with manual order taking.

Online Ordering

Lavu

AUGUST 8, 2025

In today’s competitive food service landscape, leveraging this data isn’t optional; it’s essential. Aggregated information allows you to create targeted promotional outreach programs (through coupons, promotions, and specials) that entice customers back to your restaurant. What is the average number of customers seated per table?

POS

Restaurant Clicks

JULY 23, 2025

These places have earned a following not just for their food but for the people behind the grill and the warm welcome that keeps folks coming back. Customers often talk about the friendly service, clean setup, and how consistent the food is each time they visit. This article rounds up 30 of the best BBQ spots in Arkansas.

Back of House

Harbor Touch

MARCH 18, 2025

If shrimp sits unused, swap it for wings or a seasonal special. Restaurant Business Online reports top managers cut waste by 15% with tight trackingon a $50,000 food budget, thats $7,500 saved annually. Weve seen a diner lose regulars after a sold-out weekend special. Its a system that keeps your seats full all year round.

Management

ChowNow

JUNE 27, 2025

It’s also one of the most likely restaurant review sites to show up when someone searches a specific food type or category ( “date night,” “dog-friendly,” etc.). Below that, you’ll see a “what’s the vibe” section where customers can post images of inside, outside, food, and anything else they find interesting.

Website Management

ChowNow

MARCH 7, 2025

Keep your business hours updated, especially on holidays or special occasions. Nothing frustrates customers more than arriving at a restaurant only to find out its closed. Also, make sure your GBP includes: A link to your website A menu link Service options: dine-in, takeout, delivery, curbside pickup, reservations, etc.

SEO

Lavu

JUNE 6, 2025

Running a successful restaurant in 2025 means more than just great food—it requires smart financial decisions. Use these Calculations to Maximize Cost Reduction The food cost percentage is the number one calculation that restaurants can use today to maximize their cost reduction. Food cost control is crucial.

Loyalty Program

ChowNow

APRIL 11, 2025

Give your guests a better menu experience Digital menus are easier to update in real-time, so its simple to 86 an item (even in the middle of service) or update your specials for the weekend. You can see table availability and wait times at a glance, adjust seating plans on the fly, and give guests accurate wait times without overpromising.

Front of House

EATER

MARCH 14, 2025

Why fast-food restaurants observe seafood season and not other religious holidays According to Wendys, its seafood season. This year, Del Taco is offering three seafood specials through April 23, which Del Taco president Tom Rose calls the perfect combo for Lent season. Its enough for fast-food restaurants to take notice.

Seasonal Menu

Restaurant Clicks

JULY 19, 2025

The portions are generous, and the outdoor picnic table seating adds to its relaxed, down-home feel. Kendall’s has built a loyal following among travelers and locals alike for its straightforward, flavorful food and no-fuss atmosphere. The building itself is straightforward and welcoming, with both indoor and outdoor seating.

Back of House

Restaurant Clicks

JULY 28, 2025

28 – Kentucky Q Source: Kentucky Q Kentucky Q is a Lexington-based food truck known for its slow-smoked meats and rich, balanced flavor. Its focus on flavorful food, consistency, and friendly service has helped it become one of the most talked-about spots in the Georgetown area. #26

Fast Casual

Restaurant Clicks

JULY 24, 2025

The place has a laid-back feel with indoor seating and a drive-through that makes it easy for busy days. The food is served quickly, and portions are moderate, offering a balanced value for the price. The building has a relaxed, rustic feel and can seat around sixty people, making it a comfortable place to enjoy a meal.

Fast Casual

Lavu

MARCH 13, 2025

For example, if you notice a 30% drop in weekday visits during winter, you might consider launching weekday specials to boost traffic. Created a special menu and increased staffing to meet the expected surge in demand. Modern POS systems make this easier by providing year-over-year reports that help pinpoint these seasonal changes.

POS

Perfect Daily Grind

JULY 14, 2025

Italy’s Ministry of Agricultural, Food, and Forestry Policies has even submitted several UNESCO applications to preserve espresso’s Italian roots – although none have so far been successful. It’s not just about coffee or food – it’s about memory, emotion, and perception.”

Café