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FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Sullivans has become a cornerstone of the community offering jobs to teenagers, serving as the setting for sports team or fundraiser meetings, and hosting family dinner nights which are almost always accompanied with the restaurants crinkle cut fries. Opened as a hot dog stand in 1951 by Dan Sullivan, Sr.,

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AUGUST 2, 2024

Being ready to showcase sports broadcasting doesn’t have to be complicated, however—but it’s best to get set up now so sports fans won’t miss a single minute. Additionally, football continues to be the most-viewed sport in the U.S., Additionally, football continues to be the most-viewed sport in the U.S.,

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MARCH 16, 2021

With COVID-19 guidelines restricting dine-in, restaurants need revenue from sporting events now more than ever. For many restaurants, major sporting events are a predictable and dependable boon for food and bar sales throughout the year. One way to capture more sales? Trim the menu.

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APRIL 4, 2023

It’s no secret that sports bring big business to restaurants and bars. Customers gathering to watch a favorite team square up against a rival, planning an outing for the Big Game or meeting at happy hour to cheer on local underdogs are cornerstones for operators.

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AUGUST 18, 2020

Whether customers are chilling at the bar with a mask on or sitting on the patio for outdoor dining, short-form in-venue entertainment such as movie trailers, viral videos or sports highlights will go a long way to get—and keep—them entertained and enthralled. Engage Consumers Even After They Leave.

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Restaurant Business

MAY 3, 2023

Investments in national advertising during NBA and NFL games drove traffic during the first quarter. Also the new chicken sandwich line is attracting new users and boosting frequency.

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EATER

MARCH 12, 2025

Charlestons Sir Wieners , which serves hot dogs at Lamars Sporting Club, popularized the concept when it launched its wiener tower in September. Everybody, post-election, was really looking for something that made them happy, Hollander says. Around the country, the hot dog tower is doing just that.

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AUGUST 7, 2023

Creating a great ambiance in your sports bar or restaurant is a good way to attract new customers. People who regularly go to sports bars and restaurants want the best technology available to watch the big game. Never skimp on the audio system in a sports bar or restaurant. You can upgrade your visual systems in many ways.

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DECEMBER 22, 2021

Often restaurants will have multiple televisions playing whatever sporting event is on that night and customers tend to focus on them instead of the people they are at the restaurant with. Obviously if the restaurant is sports or entertainment themed then televisions are necessary.

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EATER

MARCH 13, 2024

Sports bars that center women’s sports are opening across the country — and doing big business “I was sick of always feeling like an afterthought in fandom when it came to public spaces to view sports,” says Jillian Hiscock, the owner of A Bar of Their Own, a sports bar focused on women’s sports which opened in Minneapolis March 1. “I

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JUNE 19, 2023

As travel and leisure activities continue to rebound from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, quick-service restaurant (QSR) brands like ours have a unique opportunity to position themselves for growth in non-traditional venues like airports, casinos, college campuses, sports stadiums and other travel centers.

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FEBRUARY 18, 2025

In 2018, I opened a self-serve tap house and sports bar called Auggie’s Draft Room. It’s probably not what you think, and it might even be easier than what you’re doing now. Every story deserves an unforgettable ending. Of all the concepts I’ve brought to life, this one stands out as my most successful.

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JUNE 3, 2020

When they feel comfortable, people will return to sports bars and restaurants for food, drinks and the "big games" on television. ” Installing multiple televisions is important, but recently video walls have become more popular in sports restaurants and bars. Audio Systems. ” Lighting and Security.

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JUNE 29, 2021

Another example could be if you are a sports bar in a college town.

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MARCH 11, 2025

Beyond our innovative viewing technology and diverse sports programming, we've found that guests primarily seek meaningful shared experiences. Our most successful innovations aren't just the 360-degree screens or comprehensive sports coverage, but the environments we've created where diverse fans connect authentically.

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Restaurant Business

MARCH 10, 2025

The lounges will feature 20 big-screen TVs, live sports tickers, video gaming and adult beverages.

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Culinary Cues

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

Television screens presented a mix of sporting events and CNN talking heads, and the smell of grilled meat and batches of beer brewing behind glass walls provided sensory overload. The noise level was high and I’m sure among those present there was some discussion about the election results.

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MARCH 13, 2020

" It’s the same question I had when a sports injury derailed my professional athletic career; however, I was able to answer that question for myself — and brands can do this, too — based on three key shifts in perspective.

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JUNE 4, 2020

If businesses have room in the budget, they should consider creating facemasks that sport their company’s logo! If guests don't have any personal protective equipment, it's an excellent investment to have some readily available. This way, brands can help customers feel safe while brand building.

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FEBRUARY 24, 2025

If you need more travel inspiration, dont miss our newly dropped list of our favorite places to eat this spring , from the Caribbean spots celebrating Carnival to the top restaurants in Orlando , if you happen to find yourself sporting some mouse ears over spring break. Its a packed list and makes me want to book another trip ASAP.

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AUGUST 18, 2020

We advertised in local papers, supporting youth sports and wrapping our vehicles. . “Our marketing plan has always been to get new people to try our food,” he said. “We feel that once they try us once, they will be hooked and they are a customer for life.

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Likewise, Walk-Ons Sports Bistreaux has succeeded in the casual dining segment due to its elevated, chef-driven menu and a mission to deliver a memorable game day experience for everyone who walks through their doors.

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MARCH 29, 2021

For example, I worked with a restaurant owner who had a sports bar in Augusta, Georgia, that is blocks away from the Masters. You'd only be paying somebody else single time. Now, the asterisk applies to seasonal businesses. When the Masters Tournament comes in every year, they have incredible overtime. But you know what?

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APRIL 8, 2024

Strong, healthy cultures build cohesion, and cohesion is the secret ingredient in any team performance whether we are looking at little league team to professional sports to the Navy Seals. Culture is Critical There are endless books and resources that say, it is all about culture.

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FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Other options for designated singles nights could include themed nights based on niche interests like sports or music. Businesses should consider a singles night where everyone can mingle with others. A speed dating event is a fun and classic way to meet new people.

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Restaurant Business

AUGUST 7, 2023

Executive Summary: A roundup of high-level hirings and promotions in the restaurant business includes changes for Happy Joe’s Pizza and Ice Cream.

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FEBRUARY 9, 2022

Every year, sports fans swarm to local restaurants and bars to eat, drink, and cheer on the teams playing in the Super Bowl. In towns across the country, most establishments prepare for an increase in business for this day.

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MAY 11, 2021

Remember, it’s not just restaurants reopening and looking for talent – it’s hotels, sports and entertainment venues. For example, IHOP is planning to hire 10,000 new workers in the coming months to prepare for, “…a restaurant renaissance on the horizon.” ” But how exactly can they find these workers?

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Culinary Cues

JULY 8, 2021

This is the exact same scenario that led professional sports to adopt free-agency and allow players to jump from team to team and the highest bidder. Free-agency continues to break up the most promising organizations from professional sports to colleges, tech companies, and not-for-profits. Let’s try to avoid going down that path.

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MARCH 11, 2022

Using affinity marketing, brands are teaming up with non-competitors as they capitalize on the interests of their consumers for sporting events, concerts and now, gaming platforms. Among mobile gamers, more than a third (35 percent) of them eat fast food at least once a week, and nearly a quarter (22 percent) eat it more frequently.

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DECEMBER 2, 2021

This can often happen on large sports complexes. Though manufacturers never recommend that ice machines be installed outside, this sometimes happens when access to ice is required in an area that isn’t close to a concession stand or restaurant. Ice makers contain valuable copper that presents a theft-risk.

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JULY 10, 2024

“I collect stuff” There are great sports bars and steakhouses that go out of their way to put up rare, autographed photographs and memorabilia from athletes and celebrities in their establishments. A few months ago, a guest put two of the plates in her purse because she liked them.

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AUGUST 27, 2020

On March 3, Columbus canceled the Arnold Sports Festival, one of the largest events of the year for the city. That was just the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic, but at Wolf’s Ridge Brewing, it was a clear sign of change and we immediately knew we’d have to adjust our business model.

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JUNE 29, 2020

As in sports, being proactive is often the best way to defend yourself against an unforgiving opponent like COVID-19. The brand implications are significant. The Best Defense is a Good Offense. Restaurant owners and managers should be asking themselves: How do we use this challenge to enhance the customer experience?

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FEBRUARY 7, 2022

That said, it’s important to remember that not all events are created equal – a sporting event may not increase demand as much as a business conference, and visa versa. Therefore it is crucial to know about these events to prepare in advance and prevent overstocking the following day or week.

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Restaurant Business

JUNE 24, 2024

The sports bar chain abruptly shut its doors in parts of Texas, Florida, Kentucky and Virginia. A local media outlet put the total number of closures at 40.

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APRIL 22, 2021

It’s very akin to being a part of a high-performing sports team, where you’re training every day to improve, and you try to find an edge.” . “To deliver a premium service in a very consistent way, you have to have that ethos that you’re continually improving,” Stone said.

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