Open for Business

JANUARY 26, 2023

Before launching any new menu promotion idea, it’s a good idea to go back to basics and get clear a few basic points first. A restaurant promotion can be any special offer to guests at a restaurant. Many restaurant owners offer a percentage off a meal or specific menu item. Look at what menu items aren’t selling briskly.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 11, 2021

With colder weather right around the corner for many parts of the country, now is the time for restaurant owners to utilize their POS technology to maximize outdoor dining profits and capitalize on the end of summer season. Actionable Insights Gathered by POS Data. Customized and Tailored Promotions.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

In this edition of MRM Research Roundup, we feature pizza predictions, Valentine's Day menu trends and lots about loyalty. Offering special Big Game Day and National Pizza Day coupons that highlight speedy delivery and quality ahead of time can help restaurant owners maximize orders. percent dip in overall gratuities.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Your Response Menu. They run the gamut, from signage at the host stand and the restaurant website, to the restaurant’s social media pages and customer email list or loyalty program. Today’s Pandemic Special. Any restaurant reward or loyalty program should have this messaging included as well.

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SpotOn

APRIL 8, 2024

Independent restaurants have the opportunity to join in celebrating mothers and brunch items by creating a special mother's day brunch menu, dinner service, or promotions that cater to families. Below are 6 ideas to adapt your regular menu, which can be updated in your restaurant POS. Photo by Cody Chan / Unsplash 2.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 9, 2022

Today’s Happy Hour Special: Paying By Text Message. Loyalty : Making it easier for someone to pay, receive their meal, and address any concerns means a loyal, happy customer who is sure to order again. Special deals : Restaurants learn so much from a customer’s order.

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Focus POS

DECEMBER 22, 2021

H3: A strong loyalty program. What’s better than having repeat business; and what’s a better way to get repeat customers than to offer them an effective loyalty program. Look for loyalty program software that integrates with your POS system, allowing you to collect important data points from your customers.

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7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

For example, your ideal customers could be: Young families that want a kid's menu, great drinks, and to get home before 8. Knowing they have a lunch special on Wednesdays is invaluable knowledge and can inform your decision-making. This is where special offers, newsletters, and SMS marketing can come in handy. Repeat Customers.

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Touch Bistro

MAY 26, 2021

The short answer is offering enticing 4th of July specials. The right 4th of July specials will drive traffic to your restaurant, helping you take advantage of one of the biggest celebrations of the year. Planning 4th of July Specials for Your Restaurant. 4th of July Restaurant Specials and Promotion Ideas for 2021.

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Goliath Consulting

OCTOBER 4, 2023

The festive season is upon us! Seasonal Menu Overhaul The taste of nostalgia is potent during the holidays. Revamp your menu to include seasonal dishes that evoke memories of family gatherings, childhood traditions, and comfort. Highlight these specials with enticing descriptions and images.

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Future Food

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Not only is QIC actively supporting retailers by creating a convenient interface to connect customers with jobs in the respective centres but they are strengthening loyalty to the local QIC shopping centre. In the evening, the switch happens moving into cocktails, wine and beer with a great little savoury snack menu tailored to the food menu.

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Future Food

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Not only is QIC actively supporting retailers by creating a convenient interface to connect customers with jobs in the respective centres but they are strengthening loyalty to the local QIC shopping centre. In the evening, the switch happens moving into cocktails, wine and beer with a great little savoury snack menu tailored to the food menu.

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Bingage

JULY 21, 2022

And when it comes to the festival season, you can’t afford to be complacent. Your staff should know what special dishes are being offered and when they’ll be served (or else they might not show up) so that employees can plan accordingly. Offer Loyalty Rewards to your Customers – Here’s how.

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The Rail

APRIL 11, 2024

Many restaurants invest in marketing when they notice low bookings or in the run-up to a low season. People are always looking for popular eateries and unique menu items to try when looking to eat out. Promote seasonal specials: Highlight limited-time deals like Easter BOGO offers or group discounts.

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Indoor Media

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

Instead, focusing on specials and promotions is best during slow periods to promote your takeout items. They can promote seasonal events and holidays like family-style takeout dinners for Thanksgiving or Christmas. You can also use them to intrigue your customers with menu items available only for takeout.

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MBB Hospitality

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

It involves tracking the cost of each ingredient, understanding seasonality, and recognizing price fluctuations. Using cost percentage formulas, you can determine the ideal cost for each item on your menu. Menu Engineering and Pricing Menu engineering is an essential tactic in the arsenal for controlling food costs.

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Clover - Restaurants

APRIL 25, 2024

In fact, we’ll tell you why sharing your secret sauce can even be a key to customer loyalty. Here are some top reasons you should have recipe cards for your restaurant: To maintain quality and consistency: Even the most seasoned chef needs a reference every now and then. For menu development: Wanting to spice up your offerings?

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MBB Hospitality

JANUARY 30, 2024

These deals play a pivotal role in drawing new customers and securing the loyalty of regulars. When restaurants deploy discounts, they strategically ignite interest among a broader demographic, extending their reach and fostering customer loyalty. They’re supposed to be a siren call to food lovers.

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ChowNow

JANUARY 27, 2021

Profile a special dish. Have you updated your menu recently with a seasonal treat? Feature a mouthwatering photo in your email, describe what makes the dish special, and tell your guests how to order it. With email marketing, it’s a wise idea for your restaurant to occasionally offer guests a discount for their loyalty.

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Lavu

DECEMBER 16, 2019

While it may seem like just another trend it’s really the next best thing for expanding your customer base and building customer loyalty. How to Build a Loyalty Program. If you don’t already have a loyalty program started, you’ll need to think about the following while considering an app: know your customer base.

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Restaurant Engine

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

More than 80% of people say they are open to trying a new restaurant if they have a special discount. Feature Special Items Another way to increase revenue is to use your digital platforms to highlight special items. For example, you can feature new dishes, seasonal dishes, or a chef’s special.

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Mad Mobile

MARCH 1, 2024

High-quality menu imagery per dish In the age of digital dining, restaurant tablets offer a tantalizing upgrade to traditional menus with their ability to showcase high-quality imagery for each dish. You can schedule updates for happy hour or special events to capitalize on the boost in traffic.

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Open for Business

APRIL 3, 2023

Use social media often to shout out what makes your restaurant special and get the word out about promotions. It can also include: Online reviews Social media posts Influencer partnerships Referral programs Supercharge your marketing strategy It’s time to put the 4 Ps of marketing for restaurants into action.

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Sling

JULY 4, 2021

Use that contact information to send out weekly specials to keep customers coming back. Consider offering a limited menu from your food truck while promoting the expanded menu at your brick-and-mortar location. 8) Invite Local Media To A Special Event. Is your anniversary or other special occasion coming up?

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Bingage

JULY 21, 2022

And when it comes to the festival season, you can’t afford to be complacent. Your staff should know what special dishes are being offered and when they’ll be served (or else they might not show up) so that employees can plan accordingly. Offer Loyalty Rewards to your Customers – Here’s how.

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Cheetah

OCTOBER 22, 2020

Yelp Reservations offers a new feature that links your digital menu to your restaurant’s Yelp page to avoid contact via shared items such as a physical menu. A Technomic survey shows consumers prefer comfort food and bundled deals such as the classic bacon, egg and cheese sandwich from Wendy’s menu or Starbuck’s salted Caramel Mocha.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 4, 2021

According to the data, consumers deleted restaurant apps if menu items were missing or if there was limited ability to customize orders. Missing menu items are a deal breaker. Gaps in menu choices and ability to customize disappoint consumers. Gaps in menu choices and ability to customize disappoint consumers.

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Next Restaurants

JUNE 30, 2021

I recommend collecting statistics on popular and little-demanded formats, menu options, and ingredients. Then study why exactly this format and menu is in demand (for example, is it a cultural feature or a seasonal trend). Make the main menu based on dishes that are understandable for your audience.

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Open for Business

MARCH 7, 2023

What is a restaurant training program? What is a restaurant training program? A restaurant training program is a step by step way of learning about the restaurant and employees’ roles. This program standardizes training so each new employee gets the same level of information, instruction, and help.

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Open for Business

OCTOBER 20, 2023

From budgeting and licensing to crafting the perfect menu, here’s everything you need to know about how to open a restaurant. Market research Before you even think about the menu or location, you need to understand the guests who will walk through your doors. Creating the menu Your menu is the restaurant’s calling card.

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BNG Point of Sale

AUGUST 25, 2021

Whether customers reference your menu on your website or through the help of an outside delivery service, online ordering has become a more common and more convenient way for customers to support local restaurants. . You can even create a revised takeout and delivery menu with specific options for tighter stock and higher-margin sales.

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Lavu

APRIL 8, 2020

From a simple ordering and point-of-sale processing, modules and software can add hospitality efficiencies, mobile/online ordering, loyalty programs, and inventory management. Specialized Marketing. The loyalty app itself can be customized to send out special messages to customers within the geo-fence, or outside the geo-fence.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 1, 2021

It’s crucial to access and edit your online ordering experience as necessary to keep customers informed on seasonal menu swaps, promotions, and weekly specials. In order to truly leverage the digital ordering transformation, an innovative, branded website will be clutch.

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QSR Automations

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Unfortunately, loyalty programs can only go so far , and they traditionally depend on rewarding customers for returning to your restaurant. This means that the restaurant can do very little other than offer loyalty rewards. Firstly you’ll need to develop a strategy that will get users excited to follow the latest menu changes.

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Mad Mobile

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

25% to 95% Boost to profits spurred by a 5% increase in customer retention via loyalty programs. At their core, table ordering systems offer: Interactive digital menus: High-resolution photos, detailed descriptions, and dietary filters enhance decision-making. Enriches menu selection and caters to health-conscious diners.

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Restaurant Clicks

JANUARY 17, 2020

Luckily, there are plenty of specials that will get customers in the door and filling seats. . We’ve come up with a list of the best restaurant promotions and specials to try out. These specials are not one-size-fits-all, but you’re sure to find a new idea to try at your restaurant. . Loyalty Programs.

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The Restaurant Times

JUNE 6, 2023

However, owners and managers can streamline their operations with specialized software. The software allows for accurate cost calculations for menu items by tracking ingredient costs and portion sizes. This reduces costs and ensures that you can promptly meet customer demands, enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty.

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