Open for Business

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

While traditionally associated with fine dining, the prix fixe (pronounced “pre-feks”) menu has transcended its high-end roots, becoming a popular culinary trend. When curated with care and promoted effectively, this menu is a powerful tool for any restaurant, capable of making a memorable impression and drawing eager guests through the door.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 8, 2020

Have you ever wondered how, despite changing climates and seasons, the same leafy greens you use in your menu items are available year-round? Any weather-related issues can have a dramatic effect on supply and prices as lettuce transitions from one area to the next. In 2019, the U.S. ” 2020 Has Been a Challenging Year.

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Culinary Cues

JULY 4, 2021

Prices of raw materials and labor, of course, have gone through the roof and there is no end in sight. CHANGE #1: The days of the fixed menu for restaurants should come to a halt. Chefs may very well need to plan menus that change every week or two, or in some cases even daily based on availability and price.

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Culinary Cues

APRIL 23, 2022

The cost of raw materials seems to always go up, most ingredients that restaurants use are highly perishable, customer volume is less predictable than we would like, seasonal differences in quality are quite significant, the supply chain is out of step with demand, and waste seems to be a real problem in many operations.

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The Restaurant Times

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

You need to carefully price your restaurant menu to make it to the top and earn as much as possible. While it’s understandable that you want to make a profit, being overly aggressive with your menu pricing can drive the customer away. It is about the right balance when applying your pricing strategies. .

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Culinary Cues

JULY 23, 2023

As if that weren’t enough, the menu and each morsel of food presented represents the chef’s life of experiences, his or her family history, the cuisine of their forefathers, every chef who contributed to their training, and everything that they believe in – as it pertains to food. It is a juxtaposition that is nearly impossible to manage.

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Restaurant365

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

Pho is essentially a richly seasoned beef broth that is ladled over rice noodles and thinly sliced beef, chicken, or seafood and accompanied by fresh herbs, fish sauce, bean sprouts, chilies, and limes for additional flavor. Pay attention to menu costing and pricing. Gross Profit Per Item = Price – Menu Item Cost.

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7 Shifts

AUGUST 6, 2021

Staff scheduling, inventory management, menu analysis , guest satisfaction, profitability, and so much more rest on the shoulders of accurate restaurant forecasting. It's a disruptive experience for guests who need to take time to review the menu all over again and decide on a dish they might not enjoy as much. Get granular.

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Restaurant Engine

JULY 28, 2021

You want to price your daily dinner specials just right for repeat business. It’s also a great way to try out new menu items to see if your diners like them. Yet, it can be hard to know where to go with pricing. In this article, we look at how to price daily dinner specials for the best results. The menu price.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 13, 2023

In this column, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine looks at newly introduced menu items from top brands. Starting January 17th, the brand is also launching a new signature cocktail called Endless Sunshine that will feature happy hour pricing of $7 all day, every day. Price may vary per market).

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Apicbase

OCTOBER 28, 2022

If CoGs and overheads rise due to inflation, your menu prices should follow. But before adding a flat 5% to each menu item, use these tactics. That way, you can keep price increases minimal. In normal circumstances, when menu prices have to be adjusted, it is usually done strategically and with great caution.

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Culinary Cues

OCTOBER 19, 2023

This would likely include on-going learning opportunities way beyond a typical orientation for new employees and week-long immersion into menu, systems, and upselling techniques. Even more importantly, the operation might identify key seasoned employees with an expertise in a particular skill, cuisine, plating, organization, etc.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 26, 2022

Since we can’t get away from rising prices and supply chain bottlenecks, we can look for new approaches that can help manage the impact. Many restaurants are doing this by raising prices, cutting costs, taking items off the menu, and making do with lean crews. When is the season for the produce I want to work with?

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Restaurant guests in cost-saving mode are eating out less and more conscious of menu prices, according to Restaurants: Consumer Trends Fall 2022/Winter 2023 a report produced by Provoke Insights in collaboration with Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine.

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Culinary Cues

JULY 15, 2022

We have all felt the pain at the store following a frost in California, a hurricane in the Southeast, or droughts in the Midwest. [] ADDICTION TO CHEAP FOOD: Mass produced convenience foods that are low in nutritional value, and high in calories, fat, and sodium, but low in price, have become the staple in many American family diets.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 17, 2022

With wholesale food prices soaring 13 percent in 2021 and labor costs rising as worker shortages continue, many restaurants are looking for smart ways to lower costs and avoid passing them on to their diners. One such solution has been shrinking restaurant menus. One such solution has been shrinking restaurant menus.

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Lavu

APRIL 6, 2020

Feel like your menu is a bit lackluster? Even the most popular menus can seem a bit dull with time. Many restaurants choose to update their menu constantly, and although this can be a successful practice, it must be done with care. So, what type of menu changes can be positive on your ROI? Daily, Weekly, or Monthly Menus.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

This Super Bowl season, your plays should showcase accurate forecasting, efficient ordering, and menus engineered to earn cheers from both teams. Secure pricing before placing bets on new dishes. Tell your supplier your price points and the necessary ingredients for anything you’d like to put on the menu.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Additionally, menu prices at casual dining establishments rose by an average of 9 percent year over year from 2021. The decreased patronage along with inflation increases running costs, which means increased menu prices. In August of this year, the cost for consumers of purchasing food away from home rose by 8.3

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Streamlining Inventory and Menu Studies show that restaurants waste an average of four percent to 10 percent of all the inventory they purchase. For instance, if table turnover rates are lagging, it might be time to train staff for faster service or tweak the menu for speedier dish preparation.

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7 Shifts

DECEMBER 18, 2019

It’s December, and the air is seasoned with the scent of cinnamon, spice, and everything nice. Create a fixed-price ‘Mix and Match’ menu with soups, salads, and sandwiches for customers to choose from. (If If you’re stuck on how to price, $9.95 Want to capture the hungry, back-to-school lunch crowd for January?

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Culinary Cues

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Some businesses understand how to use pricing to draw people in and then how to upsell the experience – others are not – SHARE what you’re good at. Is it safety, parking, navigating a store or restaurant menu, pricing, speed of service, or lines? Business was off yesterday”.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Those who don’t are effectively lowering their prices. Understand if your prices are keeping pace with inflation and maintain a markup that matches the costs associated with paying suppliers and staff. How is inflation affecting food prices? Business owners should routinely track increased costs and adapt.

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The Restaurant Times

DECEMBER 5, 2020

One area of restaurant operations you must regularly check and monitor is your menu. An upgraded menu can bring in opportunities to generate more revenue and cut down costs. Thinking about whether your restaurant menu needs an upgrade? How to Know If Your Restaurant Food Menu Needs an Upgrade. We have got you covered.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 2, 2023

Owners of eating and drinking places have been compelled to increase menu prices as a survival strategy. Full-service menu prices jumped 8.8 percent and limited-service menu prices rose 7.1 Tweaking the menu to accommodate these more affordable ingredients can stabilize prices.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

Winter can be a tough season for restaurant and bar owners. Here are a few ideas for restaurant and bar owners to consider in an effort to continue to serve up good eats and top-tier service during the winter season. Offer Specials and Competitive Pricing. Consider Adding Festive Menu Items.

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ChowNow

MAY 27, 2022

A “secret” online menu could be just what your restaurant needs to give diners a thrill of discovery–while increasing sales and customer loyalty in the process! You don’t need much to start a secret menu, but here are our top tips to make yours a success. After all, we don’t want your secret menu to be TOO much of a secret.

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The Restaurant Times

SEPTEMBER 4, 2020

Pricing menu items for your restaurant business is one of the most challenging yet essential tasks. There are multiple ways of pricing the restaurant menu correctly. Or, serve meals at lower prices than your competitors. You can also work around your margins and quote a price that covers the essential cost.

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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

AUGUST 18, 2023

Photos by Ryan Price “The suspension tables allow us to transform our space,” explains Ronin co-owner Amanda Light. Brian, the executive chef, changes Ronin’s menu daily to reflect the best of the week’s harvest. In what ways does the design connect to the menu? They truly are a marvel.

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Restaurant365

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

Every customer who orders from your restaurant takes a look at your menu, making it one of the most important pieces of your restaurant marketing. With this visibility, restaurant menu engineering provides a huge opportunity to grow your profits and ensure a great customer experience. Getting started with menu engineering.

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7 Shifts

AUGUST 20, 2021

Look at Your Menu. If you plan to accommodate for the wage increases by making adjustments to your menu, there are subtle ways to introduce new prices that won't rub diners the wrong way. Consider how you're writing prices in your menu. Menu Engineering. Standardize menu items.

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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. Many restaurant owners offer a percentage off a meal or specific menu item. For a fine dining Italian restaurant, it could be that fresh truffle supplements are available at a premium price for a limited time.

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Lavu

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

These programs and APIs enable you to track your beer and liquor inventory , units, suppliers, and prices on your device. Maybe, you’ve come up with some unique concoctions for your menu that no one else in town serves, so you need a bar POS fully customized to your unique business needs. You may need to change your menu now and then.

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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. Building strong relationships with suppliers can lead to more favorable pricing and terms.

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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. Moms aren't the only winners, however.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 29, 2020

Free from the limitations of static signage, restaurants can effectively and visually educate their customers on menu items, pricing structures, and ordering protocols. Digital signage lets restaurants tailor their menus and messaging to specific hours of the day, key days of the week, seasonal offerings and beyond.

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