EATER

APRIL 30, 2025

. | Adam Friedlander/Eater NY Eric Huang of NYCs Pecking House talks grassroots growth A version of this post originally appeared on April 30, 2025, in Eater and Punchs newsletter Pre Shift , a biweekly newsletter for the industry pro that sources first-person accounts from the bar and restaurant world. We literally just raised prices by $1.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 13, 2022

This change will directly contribute to the coffee chain’s 2030 sustainability goals to conserve water usage by 50 percent and achieve carbon neutral green coffee. Too often we let outdated thinking prevent rapid progress: we assume that if something is better or more sustainable, it must cost more and take longer to gain traction.

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Perfect Daily Grind

MAY 25, 2025

High coffee prices are becoming a lasting reality for the industry. While many assert that this signifies a long overdue change, as coffee has historically been an undervalued commodity, price volatility affects all levels of the supply chain in various ways. For coffee shops, in particular, margins are tighter than ever.

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EATER

MAY 14, 2025

As a result of their rising popularity, the price of these oceanic creatures has also risen. At places like the Lonely Oyster in Los Angeles, you could pay as much as $6 for a sustainably sourced Blue Pool oyster pulled from the waters of Hama Hama, Washington. Is it ever worth paying $5 or more for an oyster?

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 2, 2020

One thing that is not typically top-of-mind during the quarantine is sustainability, even though sustainability could mean the difference between success and failure. Keep in mind, sustainability has three elements: social, environmental, and economic. Consolidation: Increase your Buying Power.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

This initiative was a multi-year effort that demanded extensive sourcing, innovation, and close collaboration with our culinary team and suppliers. Our burger buns are now completely seed-oil free, and we’ve reformulated or sourced alternatives for items like harissa paste to ensure we uphold the highest ingredient standards.

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EATER

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Rifrullo’s rustic-modern décor, mismatched dishware, and chalkboard sign welcoming guests to “be yourself, make friends, find harmony, and relax,” are as inviting as its prices, which top out at $16 for the salmon burger. Food waste from all sources is responsible for eight percent of global greenhouse gas emissions, and the U.S.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 24, 2025

Many of the restaurant brands on the list, like Dave’s Hot Chicken and Cava, are thriving by offering high-quality, and on-trend food at accessible prices. Consumers are being more intentional with their spending, and brands that deliver both quality and affordability are seeing sustained growth and expansion.

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Perfect Daily Grind

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

If the coffee industry is to tackle this problem, it needs to address the increasing need for long-term sustainable coffee sourcing. So what exactly is long-term sustainable sourcing and how can it be achieved? So what exactly is long-term sustainable sourcing and how can it be achieved?

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Perfect Daily Grind

MAY 28, 2025

Coffee prices have soared over the past few years, pushing roasters, independent cafés, and specialty coffee retailers into challenging territory. For roasters and coffee shop owners alike, raising prices is no longer a choice but a necessity. Why are coffee prices staying so high?

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 24, 2024

This overall increase in demand could lead to rising energy prices for consumers and businesses. Fuel costs: The price of electricity is influenced by the cost of the fuels used to generate that electricity, and as demand for these fuels also increases, prices are likely to climb.

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EATER

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

In the bread aisle, you see two loaves identically wrapped; both are perfectly edible, but one is a day older and costs half the price. This is a business practice called dynamic pricing, and it may be coming soon to a supermarket near you. The price is changing throughout the [time] horizon.” Which do you choose?

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 28, 2021

For example, a CBS MoneyWatch article from June of this year cited several well-known fast-casual brands' move to boost prices as much as 4 percent to help offset higher labor and other costs. More recent price increases have nearly doubled this number. For example, Aloha Poke’s concept does not require staff to man a 30 ft.

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ChowNow

MARCH 21, 2025

Understanding your target market is the foundation of making smart decisions for your menu, pricing, and overall guest experience. Meanwhile, a fine-dining steakhouse targeting business professionals will prioritize a refined menu, premium pricing, and marketing efforts that focus on corporate events and high-end experiences.

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The Rail

JULY 26, 2024

The food and beverage sector is one of the most significant sources of carbon emissions. According to a recent report, 49% of consumers consider sustainability factors when making food and beverage purchases. Though sustainable sourcing is important, it is not something that is easily achieved.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 22, 2022

What were common menu items where prices were raised? . Sixty-seven percent of respondents raised prices throughout their entire menu, and 25 percent on a few items. Because the cost of nearly everything—from ingredients to services—has increased, they have no choice but to raise prices across the board.

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7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Recommended Reading: 3 Ways to Run a Sustainable Restaurant How to Increase Staff Productivity Productivity for Servers Problem: Restaurant staff taking short personal breaks It’s vital to minimize the amount of time sinks available in day-to-day tasks in your restaurant.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 22, 2024

With guests searching for value, how can local restaurants compete and thrive in such a competitive market and build trust withconsumers who are more cautious about price and safety than ever? "Value "People tend to go to fast-food restaurants for the speed and lower price point.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 18, 2024

.” Value-Driven Dining for the Modern Consumer – In a time when consumers seek out both quality and quantity, L&L continues to provide substantial portions at an accessible price point. Value is about more than price—it’s about the quality of the food, the atmosphere, and the service.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 8, 2023

That doesn’t mean they are trading in their filet mignon for a fast-food burger, but rather they are looking for a more culinary-driven menu at a lower price point. Sustainability and Quality Ingredients Matter The fast casual restaurant market is now being driven by innovative, healthier brands.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 17, 2020

Until recently, Beyond Green Sustainable Food Partners was mainly a foodservice consulting company for schools and other large institutions, and we catered food to preschools on the side. Cutting the waste made the kitchen more efficient, enabling Nardin to buy higher-quality sourced food and green products at a better price.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Seeking sustainability. With the growing importance of enterprises that empower communities and fuel localism, hyper-local delivery will go mainstream as consumers seek to balance their desire for convenience with a quest for sustainable solutions. Sustainability remains a primary concern of consumers across the globe.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 2, 2024

With products now cleared for consumer sale in both the United States and Singapore, the cultivated meat industry is moving from proof of concept and early-stage R&D to a focus on demonstrating scalability, sustainable unit economics, and consumer and customer demand. How was the food sourced or produced?

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 30, 2024

Sustainable restaurant expansion requires balancing excitement with patience and perspective. Sustainable restaurant expansion requires balancing excitement with patience and perspective. Growth stems sustainably from meticulous mastery of the basics – hospitality, food, ambiance, and operations.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 27, 2023

These factors contribute to a volatile supply chain, influencing everything from ingredient availability to menu pricing strategies. These factors contribute to a volatile supply chain, influencing everything from ingredient availability to menu pricing strategies.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 26, 2021

Many in the industry are already considering growth and seeking to add locations due more available space at an affordable price. Selling ingredients packaged with recipes and prepared family meals has become a source of income for many restaurants and I do not expect consumers to reduce these purchases due to the convenience this offered.

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ChowNow

JANUARY 19, 2022

For ingrained, they source organic ingredients and superfoods to incorporate functionality into tasty treats. However, as a lean team that prioritized sourcing the best ingredients over everything else, ingrained’s online ordering needed to be cost-effective, streamlined, and simple. With an Instagram audience of 13.5k

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 17, 2023

Dynamic pricing on these platforms might be necessary to combat some of the lost revenue due to fees. Restaurants can showcase their values by participating in charitable events, sourcing sustainable ingredients, or reducing their carbon footprint.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 19, 2024

People have become increasingly aware of climate change and the importance of ethical sourcing. What they cannot produce themselves, they source locally. The result is a unique culinary experience that features unmatched freshness and innovative and educational menus, with a strong emphasis on sustainability.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

They drive the demand for clean labels, responsibly sourced ingredients and sustainability. Restaurants that provide clear information about the sourcing of their ingredients and the ethics behind their operations are likely to win the loyalty of this conscientious cohort.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

” Their answers touched on a variety of subjects including AI, virtual reality, virtual kitchens, staffing and retention, social media marketing, sustainability and third-party delivery. Consumers are also becoming more conscientious about sustainability, which is primed to disrupt the restaurant business.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 9, 2020

The multi-unit chain prides itself as a mission-focused dining venue with relaxed, eco-friendly dining spaces, making sustainable choices for fresh, locally grown food, and operating a culinary internship program for young adults coming out of foster care.

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ChowNow

APRIL 25, 2025

For example, if one of your core values is sustainability, that should show up in your sourcing, packaging, and messaging. Are they price-sensitive or willing to splurge for quality and vibe? Focused on sustainability? Make sure your sourcing, packaging, and promotional materials back that up.

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Perfect Daily Grind

MARCH 21, 2023

And while these actors can certainly play an important role, their presence in the supply chain can often mean that producers end up receiving a smaller percentage of the final price of each cup of coffee. As part of this, farmers can receive higher prices for their coffee. This is especially important to note.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

As long as there’s a strong Wi-Fi connection, holidaymakers can get away for longer and benefit from off-season prices, without having to cut trips short to race back to the office. Sustainable Tourism Is on the Up. For businesses keen to really benefit from this trend, it pays to look at your own sustainability credentials.

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ChowNow

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

What price points are they comfortable with? Look at their pricing, menu offerings, branding, and customer reviews. Current trends in the restaurant industry: Whether its the rise of plant-based options, AI-powered ordering, or hyper-local sourcing, knowing whats trending can help you stay relevant. Implement a rewards program.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 12, 2022

Sustainability and healthy options rising in importance. 45 percent rate clear labelling about source of food and ingredients as vital, with a slightly higher percentage of men versus women (48 percent and 42 percent, respectively). 45 percent want to be prompted with personalized order suggestions based on their purchase history.

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