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Restaurants Can Use Music to Elevate the Guest Experience on Mother’s Day 

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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.

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The Unlikely Perks of a Larger Restaurant Space

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Size of restaurant in 2020: 850 square feet, 24 seats (20 dining room, 4 bar) Size of restaurant now: 4,700 square feet, 56 seats (48 dining room, 6 bar, 2 ADA bar) On finding a space We didnt think we needed over 4,500 square feet. We also have two seats at the bar that we reserve for walk-in drinks and la carte bites.

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How to Buy a Restaurant: An Ultimate Guide

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With restaurant startup costs restaurant startup cost averages at $275,000 or $3,046 per seat for a leased building, According to Sage accounting. For owned buildings, costs get a bump to $425,000 or $3,734 per seat. Tack on obtaining permits and licenses, and you could be in for a pretty big check. Table of Contents.

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How to Open a Coffee Shop: The Ultimate Guide

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Obtain Permits and Licenses. Do they have indoor seating or are they takeout-only? Seating capacity. Coffee shop with seating: $80,000 to $300,000. Coffee shop with both seating and a drive-thru: $80,000 to $300,000. Once you've validated your idea, you can dive into the nitty-gritty: Obtain Permits and Licenses.

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Tough Talk: What Restaurants Need to Know and How General Counsel Can Help

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How will the restaurant survive if seating capacity is reduced to 50 or 25 percent long term? If the restaurant cannot survive at a 25-percent indoor seating capacity cap, the restaurant is not going to benefit from an extended term of the lease. Restaurants typically have one asset that maintains value, its liquor license.

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Owning a Bar: Everything You Need to Know

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Sorting Out Paperwork and Licensing Below is a breakdown of the licenses and documentation you'll need: Business license : The cost of registering your business will vary by state and includes a registration and filing fee. To apply for a liquor license, consult the Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) Agency) in your state.

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Food Delivery Exposure Best Practices: Tips for Hired and Non-Owned Auto Exposure Controls

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As more states implement restrictions and seating bans on restaurants to curb the spread of COVID-19, many restaurants are offering delivery for the first time and are now more vulnerable to challenges arising from delivery services.

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