ChowNow

JANUARY 27, 2021

Online ordering has become extremely popular, so much so that digital sales will account for more than half of limited-service and quick-service sales by 2024. Give both the front-of-house and back-of-house their due by highlighting them in emails. Feature a staff member. Offer a small discount off online orders.

Email Marketing 370

Email Marketing Marketing Online Ordering Front of House 370

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

Hardee's, and Panda Express are just some of the leading restaurant chains that have added plant-based items to their menus over the past 12 months, with Del Taco, Qdoba Mexican Eats, Red Robin, and Yard House adding additional items to their existing plant-based offerings. This data covers U.S.

Hospitality 459

Hospitality Food Consumer Goods 2019 459

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 19, 2023

– Frances Allen, President and CEO, Checkers Brand loyalty took priority in 2023. Building these relationships with customers is key to attracting new guests and fostering long-term brand loyalty across locations. Each year, Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asks experts for their views on the state of the industry.

2023 294

2023 Front of House Customer Experience Customer Service 294

7 Shifts

JULY 29, 2024

This post is adapted from our "What Restaurant Employees Want" report, originally published in May 2024. One method of this for back-of-house employees is 'station certification.' Visit our page to download the full report , which features insights from 1500 active restaurant employees and industry experts. More than half (64.3

Employee Relations 221

Employee Relations Cash Management Loyalty Program Communication 221

7 Shifts

MAY 23, 2024

In fact, 45% of restaurant operators expect their competition to be much more intense in 2024 than last year. The competition in the restaurant industry is getting tighter. That said, we've compiled some of the best techniques for increasing restaurant sales and taking your business to new heights.

Social Media 195

Social Media Loyalty Program Email Marketing Seasonal Menu 195

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Ike’s locations have industry-leading average unit volumes, which have only gotten stronger since the company overhauled its marketing technology stack, including an upgraded loyalty program, a new website and easier online ordering. ” Ike's Loves Bangin' Buns.

Franchising 471

Franchising Franchise Food Fast Casual 471

7 Shifts

JULY 1, 2024

Running a bar is a lucrative business, proven by the fact that this industry is estimated to be valued at a whopping $36 billion in 2024. Even better, it is expected to grow at an annual growth rate of 5.09% in 2027. While this could be a rewarding venture, opening a bar is not exactly the same as opening a food business.

Bar 221

Bar License Food Supply Restaurant Law 221

Apicbase

APRIL 5, 2024

The 2024 Square Future of Restaurants report surveyed thousands of restaurant owners and customers across the United States, Canada, and the UK. And over half of respondents said they plan to spend more on technology and automation tools in 2024. What Back-of-House Processes Can Restaurants Automate?

Back of House 52

Back of House Front of House BOH Point of Sale 52

Mad Mobile

JUNE 26, 2024

Customer loyalty is essential to running a successful business. A strong customer loyalty program should utilize the three Rs: Rewards, relevance, and recognition. But customers also want to feel recognized, and your restaurant loyalty program can provide the acknowledgement they crave.

Loyalty Program 40

Loyalty Program Operations Customer Experience Point of Sale 40

SpotOn

APRIL 8, 2024

That's why we compiled this list of ideas for both in-house and online experiences. Offer high end options A few years back the National Restaurant Association found that moms want to splurge on their special day with seafood, steak, and ethnic cuisine. Moms aren't the only winners, however.

2024 98

2024 Seasonal Menu Social Media Online Ordering 98

SpotOn

MARCH 5, 2024

Independent restaurants can barely cover the cost of their front and back-of-house staff, let alone a dedicated marketing resource. With 90% of restaurant operators reporting their customers are more value-conscious than they used to be, restaurants need to build their brand and drive guest loyalty with value-driven incentives. "SpotOn

Marketing 115

Marketing Email Marketing Social Media Loyalty Program 115

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 11, 2025

Loyalty is a huge factor now as guests desire rewards and perks for sticking with a favorite small business, and repeat customers are keeping many restaurants going. No matter how much technology evolves, or trends shift, people will always come back for quality food, great value, and friendly service. How Do You Stack Up?

Loyalty Program 471

Loyalty Program Mobile Ordering Customer Experience Online Ordering 471

Lavu

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Loyalty Programs : Increase repeat visits by 42% and average check size by 28% with personalized rewards. This data can fuel targeted marketing campaigns to boost loyalty and increase the average spend per visit. Want to increase your restaurant’s profits by up to 100%? These insights help you make smarter decisions.

POS 78

POS Loyalty Program Point of Sale Online Ordering 78

Focus POS

MARCH 18, 2022

45% of consumers say that mobile ordering or loyalty programs encourage them to use restaurant online ordering platforms. 45% of consumers say that mobile ordering or loyalty programs encourage them to use restaurant online ordering platforms. Of course, loyalty programs shouldn’t be reserved just for dine-in customers.

Online Ordering 78

Online Ordering Ordering Loyalty Program Mobile Ordering 78

Apicbase

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

To give you the full picture of the positives and negatives of what lies ahead for 2024, we combed through dozens of recent industry reports and compiled a list of 93 restaurant industry statistics. Restaurant Industry Stats 2024 – Our Top 10 10 restaurant industry stats for 2024 to keep in mind. Let’s dig in. billion by 2030.

2024 52

2024 Operations 2023 Loyalty Program 52

Qu

MARCH 12, 2025

That’s why we’re excited to share that Qu dramatically accelerated our certified integration partner program last year, adding 24 new integrators to our ecosystem. Back of House (BoH) – Streamline operations with Crunchtime, QSROnline, and Buyers Edge. Interested in becoming a Qu certified partner?

Certification 52

Certification Loyalty Program BOH Fast Casual 52

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 11, 2025

Restaurant owners negotiated payment plans with their landlords, many of which had prolonged forgiveness dates, but were often not able to pay back rent. " As we mark the fifth anniversary, MRM magazine surveyed restaurant insiders about the pandemic’s lasting impact on their businesses and the industry. ." – Pooja S.

Mobile Ordering 418

Mobile Ordering Kitchen Safety Fine Dining Food Safety 418

SpotOn

JULY 9, 2024

As seen in the chart below, G2 also recognized SpotOn as one of the POS leaders in the restaurant industry in 2024. Awards:  Leader, Highest User Adoption, Best Support - 2024 Rating: 4.5 / 5.0 Awards:  Leader, Highest User Adoption, Best Support - 2024 Rating: 4.5 / 5.0 The onsite training was very well done."

2024 52

2024 Point of Sale POS Online Ordering 52

Apicbase

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Successful ghost kitchens lean heavily on integrated technology systems to accept online orders, process payments, and manage back-end operations. Are they still the back alley operation they used to be? It’s an open secret but cloud kitchens are as much about tech as they are about food. We wouldn’t either.

Delivery 52

Delivery Management Management Online Ordering 52

Apicbase

JUNE 12, 2024

The National Restaurant Association’s Restaurant Technology Landscape report 2024 finds that 76% of operators say using technology gives them a competitive edge. This data lets you create personalised experiences that build loyalty and encourage repeat business. Tech helps operators to remain competitive.

Technology 52

Technology Operations Point of Sale Online Ordering 52

Apicbase

MARCH 28, 2024

Recipes – Your Core Data Set The back of house or production side of a food business is notoriously hard to manage. But with so many kitchen management systems vying for your attention, you need to narrow down the options. Here are the key considerations to look out for when making your decision.

Management 52

Management Management Point of Sale Kitchen Safety 52

PathSpot

JULY 16, 2024

Highlighting these standards protects your reputation and fosters loyalty, distinguishing your brand in a competitive market. Restaurants face safety challenges in their back-of-house (BOH) areas, including kitchens, refrigerators, and freezers. More than ever, customers consider cleanliness important when choosing a restaurant.

Food Safety 40

Food Safety Kitchen Safety Food BOH 40

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 31, 2020

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features an economic report from Yelp, super Super Bowl stats, delivery trends, megatrends, best cities for BBQ and top venues. Yelponomics. Yelp released its first-ever annual Yelp Economic Average? YEA) report, a benchmark of local economic strength in the U.S.

2020 480

2020 Loyalty Program 2019 Point of Sale 480

SpotOn

DECEMBER 30, 2024

At the beginning of 2024, the NRA reported that 73% of operators expected profit to be less or the same over the year, with 38% saying they didn't make any profit in 2023. We all know it. Restaurant profit margins are pretty low. But not entirely because of inflation, labor shortages, and high food costs. Overhead costs.

Operations 52

Operations Loyalty Program Online Ordering Fast Casual 52

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 1, 2025

Nearly half (47 percent) of diners say they engage with loyalty programs at least once a week, up significantly from just 34 percent in 2023. Nearly half (47 percent) of diners say they engage with loyalty programs at least once a week, up significantly from just 34 percent in 2023.

Pricing 251

Pricing Technology 2025 Point of Sale 251

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 31, 2019

percent by 2024, and 2020 will be a catalyst year that could drive that number up. They touched on topics such as delivery, ghost (dark) kitchens, automation, plant-based menu items, food waste, sustainability, staffing and retention and more. Rick Camac, Dean of Restaurant & Hospitality Management at the Institute of Culinary Education.

2020 345

2020 Kitchen Safety Consumer Goods Point of Sale 345

Mad Mobile

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

47% 47% of operators predict an increased reliance on technology and automation to address labor shortages in their type of restaurants by 2024, including 44% of full-service and 49% of quick-service. trillion in 2024. trillion in 2024. 65% 65% of customers prefer self-service kiosks. trillion U.S.

2024 40

2024 Technology Customer Experience Dietary Restrictions 40

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 4, 2025

percentage points less than sales growth from the same two-month period in 2024. This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features Yelp's Top Places to Eat in the U.S., decline in veganism, shift away from seed oils, Starbucks Monday, and spirts holding steady. percent, which is about 1.5

2025 221

2025 Delivery 2024 Point of Sale 221

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 18, 2024

The quicker businesses can feed that information back into operations, the better, whether for personalized dining, staffing optimization, or advertising and marketing. So much data is generated at every point within a restaurant, whether fast casual or fine dining.

2025 419

2025 Loyalty Program Social Media Fast Casual 419

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

An 'Out of the Ordinary' Year for Independents 2024 was an “out of the ordinary” year for independent restaurants, according to TouchBistro's 2025 State of Restaurants Report. AI usage has also skyrocketed, primarily in the back-of-house.

2025 221

2025 Loyalty Program 2024 Back of House 221

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Restaurants will continue to invest in comprehensive Back-of-House Technologies Following the pandemic, restaurants focused heavily on Front-of-House technology to streamline and digitize the diner experience. Many operators have a wealth of data but aren’t putting it to work.

2025 419

2025 Back of House Front of House Customer Experience 419

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Voice of the Restaurant Industry Toast's 2024 Voice of the Restaurant Industry some insights and data suggesting a cautiously optimistic outlook: profits are rising, with 63 percent reporting increased margins compared to last year.

2024 221

2024 Point of Sale Mobile Ordering Fast Casual 221