Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

This Valentine's Day edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features dining and gifting trends including the importance of experience. Restaurants saw 41 percent more transactions The busiest dining hour? percent in 2024. percent in 2024.

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EATER

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Diners wait weeks to score a reservation, landing Dept of Culture a leading role among the small but growing class of fine dining West African restaurants across the country. Wara can be found in the north and north-central areas of Nigeria, the latter of which is the region veteran chef Ayo Balogun hails from. It’s important.”

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 31, 2025

“In 2025, restaurants are walking the fine line between automation and hospitality,” said Ming-Tai Huh, Head of Food & Beverage at Square. “In 2025, restaurants are walking the fine line between automation and hospitality,” said Ming-Tai Huh, Head of Food & Beverage at Square.

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Marketing Loyalty Program 2025 2024 221

EATER

DECEMBER 18, 2024

The tender-focused chain Raising Canes has opened 90 new stores in 2024, with plans for even more. This is muffin top dining , taking a restaurant and distilling it to the items that appeal to the most possible people. The tenders will probably be fine, maybe even great. KFC/Saucy Saucys new location in Orlando.

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Fine Dining 2024 Food Order 2019 289

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 28, 2024

The main takeaway: It’s led to higher prices and lower foot traffic at many of the state’s dining establishments. With customers seemingly viewing dining out a luxury, restaurants that can differentiate themselves in terms of quality and value will have a competitive advantage.” The law changed on April 1.

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2024 Mobile Ordering White Paper Customer Service 294

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 21, 2024

The data paints a juicy picture: 80 percent of respondents in our Q1 2024 survey of 600+ people reported ordering specialty drinks multiple times a week despite reporting a decline in their overall restaurant visits. In its place, we’ve seen an explosion of specialty beverages that serve as enticing add–ons or stand-alone orders.

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Beverage Fast Casual Seasonal Menu Customer Experience 493

EATER

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

More recently, as chefs have been working up seasonal menus to highlight local specialties and homegrown bars have been remixing native spirits, Sri Lanka drew millions of tourists in 2024 , announcing the islands comeback on the global stage after a few years of economic uncertainty. Travel around and youll be rewarded.

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Hotels Seasonal Menu Back of House Small Business 291

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 24, 2024

B Corp Restaurants As of early 2024, almost 150 restaurants around the world have achieved the certification, from fine-dining independents to fast-casual chains, with hotels, breweries and food delivery companies also dotting the list. I have been fortunate to work with Sleepy Bee Cafe since its founding in 2013.

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Lavu

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Accessibility in digital menus is no longer optional – it’s a legal requirement in 2024 under the ADA. Related video from YouTube 2024 Accessibility Standards for Digital Menus The 2024 updates focus on making digital menus more inclusive and easier to use. adults with disabilities. These standards align with WCAG 2.1

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 16, 2023

Many food and beverage establishments have seen success with technology — such as contactless options, automation to support changing workforces and innovative customer loyalty strategies — in their endeavors to meet the demand for safer and more convenient dining experiences. Gone are the days of cash-only transactions.

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Loyalty Program Mobile Ordering Dietary Restrictions Customer Experience 419

EATER

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Between now and December, cookbook publishers will churn out some 100 new titles in service of promoting better living through eating. Turn on your stoves!” they seem to shout. Haul out those baking pans! Prepare to spend many hours contemplating the abyss of your Dutch oven!” Louis gooey butter cake and a blueberry oat crisp.”

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2024 Book Influencer Take-out 352

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

One of my fine dining clients did not do this charge this year on New Years and cut off reservations at 140. Labor cost has jumped substantially that some states are going to see employee’s wages go up $5 per hour in 2024. Charging guests for booking a reservation that they don’t show up for is becoming more popular.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 3, 2023

" Pandemic Pivots Become Permanent The temporary "pivots" developed during the pandemic — expanded delivery services, outdoor dining options, to-go alcohol offerings, and investments in technology — are the foundation of the industry's "new normal." million by the end of 2023.

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2023 Consumer Goods 2022 Point of Sale 508

Black Box Intelligence

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Out of the Box: Monthly Restaurant Industry Update Restaurant Industry in Review: Trends from October 2024 OCTOBER: BY THE NUMBERS 0.5% Here are the most significant October 2024 Restaurant Trends. It’s the strongest month since May 2024. Meanwhile, the average for all months in 2024 is a slightly lower 2.9%.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 2, 2024

Restaurant leaders representing nearly 3,700 QSR, fast casual, casual dining, and fine dining locations shared 2024’s top challenges and opportunities alongside plans for investment in back-of-house technology, increased sales, and team training, benefits, and support.

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Black Box Intelligence

JANUARY 16, 2025

Comp Traffic Best Region: New England Best Segment: Family Dining Best Cuisine: Breakfast Worst Region: NY-NJ Worst Segment: Fast Casual Worst Cuisine: Sandwich The December 2024 Restaurant Industry Trends + A Year in Review 2024 saw many ups and downs. This combined average growth rate is stronger than any other month in 2024.

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7 Shifts

AUGUST 16, 2024

As of 2024, they make around $26.42 Restaurant management is one of the best pathways for servers and hosts looking to make the next step in their hospitality careers. an hour or $54,962 annually, 35% higher than the average server wage. This diversity and tasks makes the role of a restaurant manager both challenging and exciting.

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Management Management 2024 Leadership 195

7 Shifts

JUNE 16, 2024

Best restaurant marketing ideas for 2024 Here are some of the proven and tested restaurant marketing ideas you can try in 2024: Offer your customers rewards using loyalty programs 47% of diners in loyalty programs say they use their memberships a couple of times monthly, and 32% use them several times weekly.

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Marketing 2024 Email Marketing Social Media 195

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 8, 2024

In this edition of MRM Research Roundup, we feature news about an influx of catering orders, the topic of tipping, the rise of kiosks and affordable Michelin restaurants. Among the highlights: On or Off Prem Same-store catering transactions increased +71 percent in Q4 2023 compared to Q4 2022. Total tips averaged 18.9

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 19, 2023

This past year has shown us the invaluable difference that a warm and welcoming dining experience can make for customers, who are increasingly choosing establishments that go the extra mile in offering hospitality. – Frances Allen, President and CEO, Checkers Brand loyalty took priority in 2023.

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2023 Front of House Customer Experience Customer Service 294

Future Food

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Suddenly we find that 2024 is almost behind us now but Future Food would like to share with you the trends and insight that we see across the food and hospitality sector. From the rise of AI to the increasing popularity of experiential dining, businesses are adapting creatively to meet new consumer demands. Source mccrindle.com.au

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Hospitality 2025 Food Back of House 78

7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Market Conditions The demand for certain types of restaurants, like quick-service or delivery-focused businesses, might be higher than fine dining establishments. If restaurants in your area sell at a multiple of 2.5 times SDE, your restaurant could be worth $350,000. These include location, profitability, market trends, and more.

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2024 Document Point of Sale Cash Management 195

Restaurant Clicks

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

If you’re planning a special event or want to go out to eat with a large group, you should check out the private dining rooms many restaurants offer. Read on for a list of the finest private dining in Chicago. Best Private Dining Rooms in Chicago. The selection of private dining at Joe’s is what makes it so unique.

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Dine-in Fine Dining Book Events 114

7 Shifts

AUGUST 26, 2024

62% of consumers use the search engine to find restaurants, while 51% cite it as the best tool to get more information on a dining establishment, so you should maximize your online presence. When someone types "best dining spots near me" into Google, they're looking for a place to eat right now. That's where Google Ads comes in.

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Seasonal Menu Customer Service Website Management Online Ordering 195

SpotOn

APRIL 1, 2025

However, getting more guests in seats through outdoor dining can also come at a cost, both in time and money. Joe Nicholson was a manager and tech consultant at one of the busiest restaurants in Sacramento, CA—Tower Cafe. Patios can be quite lucrative. Decorate walls, fences, and overhead structures with vibrant plants. Live music.

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Seating Outdoor POS 2024 52

SpotOn

MARCH 19, 2024

March 19, 2024 —  SpotOn , the top-rated software and payments partner for restaurants and small businesses, has been named to Fast Company’s prestigious list of the Most Innovative Companies for 2024. SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., The three new devices, a 15.6” ” Station, 10” Station, and 6.5”

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2024 Innovation Email Marketing Point of Sale 98

EATER

OCTOBER 26, 2023

For excellent food to go along with the stunning beaches, center your dining in and around Phuket Town, perhaps Thailand’s most underrated food destination, with a few excursions for standout meals elsewhere on the island. Most visitors beeline for resorts and hotels that ring the coastline, which do deliver the goods for beachgoers.

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Seasonal Menu Hotels Back of House Front of House 325

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 31, 2019

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry insiders and experts for their insights on what will impact restaurants in 2020 and the response was overwhelming. They touched on topics such as delivery, ghost (dark) kitchens, automation, plant-based menu items, food waste, sustainability, staffing and retention and more.

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2020 Kitchen Safety Consumer Goods Point of Sale 345

Black Box Intelligence

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Out of the Box: Monthly Restaurant Industry Update Restaurant Industry in Review: November 2024 Restaurant Trends NOVEMBER: BY THE NUMBERS 0.5% Lets dive into the November 2024 Restaurant Trends, what they mean for restaurateurs, and how data can help navigate the months ahead. Comp Sales -2.5% ’23 Jan. This included the holiday.

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2024 Guest Recovery Point of Sale 2023 52

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.

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Social Media Loyalty Program Email Marketing Seasonal Menu 195

The Restaurant Times

JANUARY 27, 2022

Just a month ago, dine-in was showing signs of improvement. Global contactless payments are expected to increase from $2 trillion to $6 trillion by 2024 , according to estimates. With the latest wave of COVID-19 spreading rapidly, restaurant owners are considering how best to implement safety measures while controlling costs.

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Clover - Restaurants

JULY 5, 2024

Luckily in 2024, the U.S. Whether you’re interested in quick service or full service , this guide will help you navigate the 15 most profitable restaurant types to open in 2024 based on data. Here are some of the most profitable QSR restaurants to open in 2024: 1.

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2024 Food Truck Fast Casual Fine Dining 52

EATER

DECEMBER 26, 2024

A fish sandwich from 2024 Best New Restaurant Good Hot Fish. Ryan Belk Dirty sodas, Stanley cup mania, and a lasagna showdown grabbed our attention in 2024 The stories that stick most in our individual memories are not always the ones that define a year. Salt Lake City had a big year in 2024.

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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. Gross and net profit margins for restaurants What is the average restaurant profit margin? Depending on your restaurant type, your percentages might look different.

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Operations Loyalty Program Online Ordering Fast Casual 52

Black Box Intelligence

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Monthly Out of the Box Insights Restaurant Industry in Review: Trends from July 2024 -2.3% Monthly Out of the Box Insights Restaurant Industry in Review: Trends from July 2024 -2.3% However, the trends from July reveal valuable insights that can help restaurant operators navigate the remainder of 2024. Comp Sales -4.6%

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2024 Fast Casual Guest Recovery Point of Sale 52

EATER

JUNE 5, 2024

According to Eater’s 2021 guide to Barcelona , the restaurant is considered one of the city’s “most lauded fine dining destination[s] for good reason,” featuring an “elaborate brand of molecular cuisine packed with pomp and circumstance.” The World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2024: 1. 2; Table by Bruno Verjus in Paris at No.

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7 Shifts

JULY 12, 2023

Kwini Reed fell into the restaurant industry by accident. She met her now husband and business partner, chef Michael Reed when he worked at Poppy + Rose in downtown LA. She now co-owns Poppy + Rose, Poppy & Seed , and Root of all Food , an LA-based catering company. We bought those people out, and then we ran straight into the pandemic.

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Front of House Back of House Take-out Book 370