Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Pizza Ordering Predictions HungerRush released the results of a national dining survey on 2024 pizza ordering predictions for The Big Game (February 11) and National Pizza Day (February 9). Restaurateurs are not only investing in AI to address labor challenges – more established automation tools are also on the agenda in 2024.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Think about it: nine out of 10 restaurants have fewer than 50 employees, making efficient operations critical for success. The independent restaurant market consists of dining establishments that operate with 50 employees or fewer per location. The right restaurant technology is essential to make it all happen.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 6, 2025

2024 was a tough year for restaurants. But it wasn’t quite so bad for fast-casual concepts , which outpaced other categories with 9% growth in 2024, according to Technomic. By Heather Lalley on Jun. 06, 2025 Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Chipotle rose to No. Segment leader Chipotle Mexican Grill rose to No. Have consumers moved on?

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 11, 2025

In the future, they could also link to a restaurants’ own website if they use DoorDash’s Storefront online ordering system, Samolis said. For Amazon, advertising has become a $50 billion annual business. They will be able to put ads on Google Search and on social media apps like TikTok and Instagram to reach new customers.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 13, 2025

Continue to Site >>> Menu Week in Review: Din Tai Fung’s jaw-dropping AUVs, Krispy Kreme exits Insomnia, Starbucks operations Newsletter Search Restaurant Business Search Login Subscribe Newsletter Login Subscribe Topics Consumer Trends Food Beverage Emerging Brands Operations Technology Marketing Workforce Leadership Financing Data Top 500 Chains (..)

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 13, 2025

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 11, 2025

It ultimately changed about 50% of the dinner menu, adding new appetizers and handhelds as well as more complex flavors and modern ingredients. Alongside the new menu, the chain has developed a new restaurant design that will serve as a blueprint for future openings. With the new identity set, Ascent then turned to the chain’s menu.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 22, 2024

The FDA has already issued more than 50 food recalls in 2024, causing many consumers to worry about food safety – and raising an important question for the restaurant industry: Would we know exactly what to do in a recall situation? Review and learn.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 9, 2024

Bankruptcy Code in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Texas, "This is a strategic step towards a strong future for Buca di Beppo," said Rich Saultz, President, in a statement. "While By restructuring with the continued support of our lenders, we are paving the way toward a reinvigorated future."

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 5, 2025

He previously was arrested in Chicago after reportedly attacking his ex-wife.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 12, 2025

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 6, 2025

Have consumers moved on? Premium Financing Franchising may put some restaurant chains at a disadvantage The Bottom Line: In the Applebee’s-Chili’s battle, it’s difficult to overlook the impact of the chains’ different business models on their ultimate results.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 24, 2024

These trends are driven by Millennial and Gen Z consumers, who are more willing to pay a premium for sustainable products; those consumers also tend to be more online and acutely aware of the impact of business practices on the lives of people and the future of the planet. But is B Corp certification something restaurants should pursue?

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 3, 2024

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry experts for their views on what trends and challenges owners and operators can expect to see in 2024. We will rely heavily on the travel industry in 2024 to continue bringing us customers from local cities like Philadelphia, DC, Baltimore, New York, NJ, etc.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 30, 2024

It’s a common assumption that past performance is the best predictor of future behavior, but the last few years have been anything but common. So, what can the QSR industry expect in 2024? Nearly 50 percent of survey respondents reported they spent less time dining out at fast casual, full service and breakfast spots.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 11, 2025

Continue to Site >>> Menu 7-Eleven jumps into the summer value wars Newsletter Search Restaurant Business Search Login Subscribe Newsletter Login Subscribe Topics Consumer Trends Food Beverage Emerging Brands Operations Technology Marketing Workforce Leadership Financing Data Top 500 Chains Top 100 Independents Future 50: Emerging Brands Same-store (..)

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 13, 2025

Continue to Site >>> Menu Taco John's, Bobby's Burgers and more executive movement Newsletter Search Restaurant Business Search Login Subscribe Newsletter Login Subscribe Topics Consumer Trends Food Beverage Emerging Brands Operations Technology Marketing Workforce Leadership Financing Data Top 500 Chains Top 100 Independents Future 50: Emerging (..)

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

This finding from Expert Market’s 2024 F&B Industry Report sheds light on a clear culinary gap within the industry's workforce. This insight seems unsurprising, considering that data from April 2024 revealed 43 percent of small business owners in the US were unable to pay their full rent on time.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 5, 2025

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 8, 2024

According to the Qu 2024 State of Digital Report , QSR and FC restaurant guests can expect to see more kiosks in stores this year, as well as new mobile apps, and voice AI on the phone and in the drive-thru, which all topped the list of new ordering channels planned for 2024. emerges, top tech investment for 2024.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

58 of the top 100 restaurant chains are taking advantage of the plant-based market opportunity–even increasing their plant-based offerings from 25 to 50 percent of their menu, like Panera Bread plans to do. billion by 2024. Iconic brands like Burger King, Carl's Jr., Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine.

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7 Shifts

MAY 8, 2024

As we celebrated our 10th birthday, it was high time to update our visuals to reflect who we are today and what we’re building for the future. So far, we've paid out more than $50 million in wages to more than 10,000 hospitality workers across the USA. And we’re built to serve restaurant pros today and into the future.

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EATER

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Andina sources them mostly from Mexico, where a perfect storm of colder weather , floods , and price manipulations by drug cartels caused prices to fluctuate between $37 and $67 from July 2023 to July 2024. Andina buys so many limes — 50 cases per month — that Platt was recently able to negotiate bulk purchases on an annual basis.

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Chowly

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Chowly 2024 Recap Growing Together with Independent Restaurant Operators 2024 has been a year of growth, innovation, and connection at Chowly. By coming together, both in person and virtually, weve strengthened our team, fostered new ideas, and created a shared vision for the future.

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EATER

APRIL 5, 2024

In a cease-and-desist letter sent March 18, 2024, Momofuku’s lawyer accuses Malaysian food brand Homiah, maker of Sambal Chili Crunch — called Crispy Sambal prior to 2023 — of infringing on its trademark rights. In 2023, Momofuku Goods brought in $50 million in sales , according to CEO Marguerite Zabar Mariscal.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

The team at Ike’s Love & Sandwiches, led by CEO Michael Goldberg, Founder Ike Shehadeh, CMO Renae Scott and VP of Development Adam Rinella, will be taking over development, operations, and marketing for all future Bangin’ Buns locations. “The future of Ike’s is invigorating. It is advancing its U.S.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Streaming is increasingly becoming the inevitable future, and while bars and restaurants may have been slower to adapt based on technological hurdles and associated costs, we anticipate more operators will look to diversify their programming and close this gap. – Joe Hand Jr.,

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Perfect Daily Grind

MAY 26, 2023

Buyers of five boxes will receive a sixth box at 50% off with the code: 30036. Robusta futures reach 15-year high as demand rises and production estimates fall. Robusta futures closed at US $2,629 on Monday – the highest price since 2008. Meanwhile, ICE arabica futures fell to US 189.20 Take a look.

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Delaget

JANUARY 8, 2025

The transaction closed on December 31, 2024. Founded in 2001, Delaget serves over 30,000 locations, with 125+ brands among its customers (including 40 of the top 50 North America-based restaurant concepts).

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Perfect Daily Grind

JUNE 2, 2023

Both will join the committee until the current two-year term comes to an end in 2024. Tims China reports 50% revenue increase in 2023 first quarter despite net losses. Robusta futures reach over US $2,600 while arabica prices bounce back from one-week low. million in 2023 Q1.

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Qu

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

billion in 2024 from USD 6.08 The Future of Kitchens: Introducing the Smart, Connected Kitchen Download Now 4. In fact, costs can range from 50-200% of an employee's salary — costing the restaurant $5,800 per employee 6. With all these benefits, it’s no wonder that the U.S. Edge computing market size is expected to reach USD 8.44

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Qu

OCTOBER 17, 2024

billion in 2024 from USD 6.08 In fact, costs can range from 50% to 200% of an employee’s salary — costing the restaurant $5,800 per employee 6. Don’t wait—invest in a kitchen upgrade today to stay ahead of the curve and ensure your restaurant thrives now and in the future. billion in 2023 1.

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Lavu

APRIL 25, 2025

Scalability for future growth. Prepare for Future Growth With digital ordering expected to hit $90.3 Additional Supplies: Thermal Receipt Paper (50-count case): $169.00 With cloud-based systems offering 99.99% uptime [2] [4] , you can maintain smooth operations and keep your business prepared for future challenges.

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Perfect Daily Grind

JANUARY 13, 2023

The new roastery will sell coffee domestically to consumers and wholesale customers, with plans to open a barista training centre in the near future. The specialty coffee roaster made the decision after it found that more than 50% of customers were requesting oat milk. US roaster Nossa Familia opens roasting facility in Brazil.

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Apicbase

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

To give you the full picture of the positives and negatives of what lies ahead for 2024, we combed through dozens of recent industry reports and compiled a list of 93 restaurant industry statistics. Restaurant Industry Stats 2024 – Our Top 10 10 restaurant industry stats for 2024 to keep in mind. Let’s dig in. billion by 2030.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

More than half (52 percent) feel cash will continue to have a prominent place in society for the foreseeable future. Interestingly, customers don’t mind sharing their data: 50 percent surveyed feel uncomfortable about the amount of data organizations can access from their shopping choices.

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Qu

OCTOBER 17, 2024

billion in 2024 from USD 6.08 The Future of Kitchens: Introducing the Smart, Connected Kitchen Download Now 4. In fact, costs can range from 50-200% of an employee's salary — costing the restaurant $5,800 per employee 6. With all these benefits, it’s no wonder that the U.S. Edge computing market size is expected to reach USD 8.44

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