Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 14, 2025

MORE , or Movement to Organize for Restaurant Equity,, is led by industry veterans and seeks to address challenges from Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) under attack to economic instability, striving for a more equitable and sustainable future for the 12 million people employed in the nation’s second-largest private industry.

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MARCH 11, 2025

" As we mark the fifth anniversary, MRM magazine surveyed restaurant insiders about the pandemic’s lasting impact on their businesses and the industry. The restaurants that thrive today are those that balance innovation with human connection. And that evolution is fueling a more innovative, efficient, and people-first future.

Front of House

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JULY 31, 2025

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features rewriting the rules of seasonal marketing, snack wrap traffic driver, GLP-1 use impact on F&B, and restaurant marketing challenges. Pumpkin Bread, Rolls, and Muffins introduced a homestyle, cozy feel, bridging nostalgia with menu versatility.

2025

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 18, 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 2025. These innovations will allow restaurant operators to do more with less and help create smart, seamless experiences that meet rising guest expectations.

2025

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 27, 2025

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features the present and future of AI use in F&B, The Splintered Path to Purchase, the Datassential 500 Awards, and where chefs are earning six figures. The research also highlights the sustained momentum of loyalty program usage.

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JANUARY 31, 2025

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features news of dramatic Valentine's Day shift, best food scenes, and the evolution of c-store foodservice. There is an increasing demand for healthier menu options, including plant-based dishes, organic foods, and sustainable sourcing.

Marketing

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 30, 2025

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features delivery data, tariff troubles, summer dining trends, and Beer Serves America. Growing menu innovation and healthy fast food further drive the growth of the market. billion in 2024 and is anticipated to rise at a CAGR of 3.74 in the U.S.

Fast Casual

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 11, 2025

" As we mark the fifth anniversary, MRM magazine surveyed restaurant insiders about the pandemic’s lasting impact on their businesses and the industry. In turn, this shift forced the restaurant industry to adapt and innovate at a high speed. One of the biggest struggles for restaurants post-covid is staffing.

Loyalty Program

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 6, 2025

The lounge boasts innovative lighting that enhances the sensory experience. ” The project highlights Da Bureau's commitment to innovative design solutions that are environmentally responsible and sustainable, said Boris Lvovsky, CEO and co-founder. .” How did this project come about, and what was the process?

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 11, 2025

" As we mark the fifth anniversary, MRM magazine surveyed restaurant insiders about the pandemic’s lasting impact on their businesses and the industry. These changes have challenged operators to adapt, but they’ve also reinforced the resilience and innovation that define the hospitality industry.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 19, 2025

Fryer sheds light on the "perfect storm" brewing and offers Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine readers insights into how restaurants can navigate these turbulent times. What is the perfect storm you see brewing for the restaurant industry and what factors are fueling it?

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 1, 2025

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features dining trends, hiring trends, tech trends, brunch trends, alcohol trends, and egg prices. “These restaurants are building sustainable business models for the future. markets. .”

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APRIL 29, 2025

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features trends in off-premise, coffee wars, the AI lifeline, the return of lunch, and how teens spend their dollars. “To remain competitive, organizations must adopt greater agility, innovation and sustainability throughout the entire supply chain. .

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DECEMBER 17, 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 2025. As economic pressures and fluctuating food costs persist, these technologies will be critical for maintaining profitability and ensuring long-term sustainability.

2025

Restaurant Business

JUNE 5, 2025

I look forward to building on the foundations we have laid and continuing to work with Brad, the Board, the leadership team and our team members around the country as we execute on our strategies to position BJ’s for sustainable long-term success.” Houdek had been with the chain since 2019. Sign Up Thanks for signing up!

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Restaurant Business

JULY 1, 2025

Jeni’s is also a Certified B Corporation with a strong sustainability mission. She provides in-depth coverage of chefs, trends and menu innovation. Her unique flavors of ice cream are also sold by the pint in grocer’s freezer cases, so she is not exactly a neophyte on the retail product side. Sign up here.

Waste

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked Shanks about the brand's growth, compeition, loyalty, and social media savvy. We have distinguished ourselves in a number of ways including innovation, brand, and quality. What is the XO Marshmallow concept and how is it distinguished from its competition?

Sustainability

Restaurant Business

JULY 22, 2025

On the one objection that was sustained, the court is giving Uber a chance to revise its argument while moving ahead with the rest of its case. A California Superior Court judge on Friday gave the case the green light, ruling that five of DoorDash’s six objections did not pass legal muster. Members help make our journalism possible.

Loyalty Program

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 7, 2021

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. 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.

Franchising

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 10, 2023

“Innovation is in the sweetgreen DNA, and meeting customers where they are is the key to our brand mission; connecting people to real food,” said Jonathan Neman, CEO and Co-Founder of sweetgreen. Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine quizzed the sweetgreen team to learn a bit more about the brand's latest innovation.

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JANUARY 2, 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. Initially seen as symbols of sustainability, they are now appreciated primarily for their performance and features.

2024

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 22, 2024

To gain insights, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine turned to Phil Kafarakis, President & CEO, International Foodservice Manufacturers Association. Kafarakis also served as President of the Specialty Food Association (SFA) and Chief Innovation and Member Advancement Officer at the National Restaurant Association.

Front of House

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 6, 2024

It’s no great surprise to say QSR and fast casual restaurants can be considered among the most energy-intensive commercial building types making it increasingly challenging for operators to balance the goals of efficiency, profitability and sustainability. Why is the restaurant industry at a pivotal moment regarding sustainability?

Sustainability

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 16, 2021

As Modern Restaurant Management Restaurant (MRM) magazine celebrates its fifth anniversary this month, we reached out to industry insiders to garner their insights on what issues have impacted the industry over the last five years and what issues they feel will impact restaurants in the years to come. Think paper straws versus plastic.

Fast Casual

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FEBRUARY 10, 2020

Please send plant-based news to Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Barbara Castiglia at bcastiglia@modernrestaurantmanagement.com. Expanding menu offerings to include JUST Egg further speaks to Sodexo’s commitment to quality ingredients, health, sustainability and addressing evolving consumer dietary preferences.

Hospitality

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 1, 2024

Chipotle teamed with RFID software provider Mojix, materials science and RFID innovator Avery Dennison, and RFID reader and encoder solutions provider Zebra Technologies. Vise spoke with Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine about the opportunity for RFID in restaurants. What is RFID and how is it being used in restaurants?

Operations

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?” At Capriotti’s we are on a continuous and ever accelerating path toward innovation while building on our unique heritage.

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DECEMBER 16, 2021

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry insiders for their views on trends. In addition, there is an increasing emphasis on sustainability with our restaurant customers. This will cause restaurants to innovate their offerings amidst reduced menu sizes. Here are their insights.

2022

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked experts for their thoughts on trends and challenges that will affect the restaurant industry in 2023. The technology space is still the “wild west” in the spirits realm, and it is likely that technology will continue to innovate, and inevitably consolidate, the playing field.

2023

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Each year, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asks experts for their views on the state of the industry. With growing awareness of climate change and sustainability, some restaurants were seen as lagging in adopting eco-friendly practices and minimising their carbon footprint. Here are some of their insights.

2023

Goliath Consulting

DECEMBER 6, 2020

According to Danny Klein, Director of Digital Content at Food News Media and publisher of QSR Magazine, operators are learning and adapting their businesses by investing in direct or self-delivery. Another reason people are turning to meal kits is that most of these companies offer ways to make healthier, more sustainable food choices.

2021

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 29, 2021

Instead of belaboring the issue, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine went to the experts for some solutions. First, see what you have in your current staff and then be innovative on how to hire and train, that helps set you up for success in the long run. This is what has been working for me.”

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 15, 2020

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features Grubhub's State of the Plate 2020 trend report, the fragility of "open," di g ital resilience and brand intimacy. Sustainability Is Increasingly Important to Customers, Even in a Struggling Economy. Financial Trends Insights.

2020

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 23, 2024

To learn more, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine received expert insights from Gregg Majewski, Founder & CEO of Craveworthy Brands and former CEO of Jimmy John’s Sandwiches. Big changes are happening in modernization, innovation, food technology, and more, and if you’re not adapting, you simply won’t make it.

Leadership

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Modern Restaurant Manaagement (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry insiders to discuss the key challenges they believe restaurants will face in 2022. Additionally, I think the industry overall will struggle with labor cost pressures and be forced to either raise prices or innovate. Buck Sleeper, Director, Innovation Consulting, ?

2022

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. 2024 will be a year of value and beverage innovation. Restaurants will invest in beverage innovation to give consumers choices beyond alcohol and CSDs.

2024

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 17, 2019

In this edition of Talking With, the Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine author of one of our all-time top reads , discusses the importance of selecting and stewarding talent and building a compelling company culture. How do you define sustainable talent? Sustaining however is “life giving” helping it grow.

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