Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

AI usage has also skyrocketed, primarily in the back-of-house. Ninety-five percent of those surveyed reported using some form of AI in their restaurant, with the most common being AI-assisted inventory management (35 percent), AI menu optimization (35 percent) and AI reservations/bookings (32 percent).

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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. January is fast-approaching, and hot lunch spots will soon be back on the mind of every highschool and college student in your area. Want to capture the hungry, back-to-school lunch crowd for January? is a common one.)

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Culinary Cues

JULY 2, 2023

When a chef allows Mother Nature to lead the way and present ingredients as they were meant to be, then simple can become a means to an end. Why is it then that so many places make lousy coffee, and a few produce a beverage that is comforting, exciting, and memorable? What do we (chefs and cooks) want anyway?

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7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

A better description might be a balancing act that presents new and unique challenges every day. One other way you may need to manage inventory is with menu planning. Some restaurant managers work directly with the chef to plan menu item selection or daily specials. This part of the job is arguably the most multi-faceted.

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7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Restaurants turned to restaurant management apps to navigate this change, and it appears there’s no going back. The app is useful for both your front- and back-of-house staff, allowing them to check upcoming shifts, submit availability, request shift trades, and more. Try 7shifts for free.

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7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Restaurants turned to restaurant management apps to navigate this change, and it appears there’s no going back. The app is useful for both your front- and back-of-house staff, allowing them to check upcoming shifts, submit availability, request shift trades, and more. Try 7shifts for free.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 11, 2024

Similarly, Taco Bell Cantina is also reinventing its dining journey by offering a shareables section on its menus, showcasing local artwork, opening kitchens, and serving alcoholic drinks like twisted freezes. Additionally, digital menus and order-ahead options enhance convenience and offer personalized customization.

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Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 12, 2020

a house of worship where it is claimed rest some of the bones of Mary Magdalene. On rare occasions, there are chefs who do all of the above and more. Walking up the cobblestone road that leads to the church and taking in the beauty of the French countryside is truly a spiritual experience.

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Buzztime Business

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

We’re talking fresh garnishes, house-made syrups, and fall flavors like apple, cinnamon, and pumpkin spice (of course). So, dig in…and feel free to come back for seconds! Seasonal Favorites 1. Look no further than this seasonal take on a brunch favorite. Look no further than this seasonal take on a brunch favorite.

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Culinary Cues

MAY 16, 2022

If you are a seasoned veteran of the kitchen, you have likely experienced this a few times and know exactly what I am referring to, but for others – here is an attempt to re-create the “feel” of being in the kitchen zone: Tom arrived a bit later than normal for his shift at Café Monique. Your dictionary.

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7 Shifts

JANUARY 23, 2020

As you plan out your concept, location, menu, staffing, and marketing, take a read through the advice left by hundreds of restaurateurs to ensure you’re set up for success in 2020. Congrats! ?? And good luck. It’s going to be the ride of your life. Educate yourself on costs, hiring, and the market you are in before taking the leap.

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7 Shifts

JANUARY 31, 2024

A better description might be a balancing act that presents new and unique challenges every day. One other way you may need to manage inventory is with menu planning. Some restaurant managers work directly with the chef to plan menu item selection or daily specials. This part of the job is arguably the most multi-faceted.

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7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

But we kept the back-of-house revenue share program for our kitchen teams, where regardless of what position you work in the kitchen, you get a certain percentage of revenue earned. Everything was built into the menu price. Kelly Phillips - Founder and Hospitality Director @ Destination Unknown Restaurants in Washington, D.C.

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EATER

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Perched in the southwest corner of Thailand along the Andaman Sea, the island has long had close links with the Straits Settlements, British colonies that included Singapore, Melaka, and Penang, the latter two in present-day Malaysia. The hitch is that the most popular tourist areas generally lag behind in terms of food.

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Culinary Cues

MAY 15, 2021

Our business model requires too much labor: At the same time as we step back it becomes vividly apparent that our method of operation and the menus that we provide require too many hands. Our menus are too large: The days when the way to customer satisfaction was through extensive variety are probably gone. What if……happens?

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7 Shifts

MARCH 16, 2022

In the restaurant industry, it can be difficult to maintain front- and back-of-house staff, as many will eventually move on to pursue new ventures such as school, travel, or alternate employment. Worse yet, some may leave simply because they do not feel valued or that there is no meaning attached to the work they do. Be Flexible.

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Restaurant Clicks

DECEMBER 19, 2021

Artichoke Cafe High Noon Restaurant & Saloon El Pinto Restaurant Farm & Table Ruth’s Chris Steak House Seasons 52 Buca di Beppo Italian Restaurant Savoy Bar & Grill Seasons Rotisserie & Grill St. Come for the meat, stay for the style, come back for new seasonal fare. Artichoke Cafe.

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Apicbase

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Did you know a poorly managed menu could cost you thousands in wasted food and lost profits each month? Menu management touches all core aspects of running a restaurant. You need to manage everything from costs and inventory to menu design to get this balance right. Poor menu management is a recipe for disaster.

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Restaurant Clicks

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Thames Street Oyster House Dylan’s Oyster Cellar Faidley’s Seafood L.P. Thames Street Oyster House. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Thames Street Oyster House (@thamesstreetoysterhouse). If you need more of an oyster fix, I recommend their house oyster shooter. Make a Reservation. Order Online.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 2, 2021

If done right, a huge amount of relevant data can be collected that explains why the guest has spent as much, tipped as much, or if they have the intention to come back. Almost more than any other sector, we’ve seen this in the restaurant and hospitality industry. But not in the way you might think. The Shift to Co-Pilot Mode.

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EATER

MAY 12, 2022

The menu at Ticonderoga Club in Atlanta | Sasso & Co. But a handful of restaurants are changing that by presenting customers with visually thoughtful illustrated menus that are more than worthy of their place on the dining room table. The menu cover at Manhatta in New York City. “I Cocktail bars like Death & Co.,

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 13, 2020

"The desire for convenience has always been present, coupled with an equally strong desire for delicious food. So while it’s early in the season, open up patio and sidewalk space if you have it. Among the findings: Most diners are not overly fearful, with 57 percent making no change to their dining behaviors.

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Restaurant Clicks

DECEMBER 17, 2021

Saketumi Asian Bistro Iron Chef House Kyoto Ozu Japanese Cuisine & Lounge Hibino KI Sushi Taiki Daigo Hand Roll Bar. They use the freshest ingredients to craft their extensive menu of sushi, curry, Teriyaki, soups, and more. They use the freshest ingredients to craft their extensive menu of sushi, curry, Teriyaki, soups, and more.

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Restaurant Clicks

OCTOBER 9, 2021

I’ll be back, and I suggest you give them a try as well! Kid Shelleen’s Charcoal House & Saloon. Located in the Trolley Square neighborhood, Kid Shelleen’s Charcoal House & Saloon has a cool and relaxed atmosphere. It can be tricky when you’re trying to find different food choices. Order Online.

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EATER

DECEMBER 20, 2023

On the surface, it looks innocuous enough: a slim, photo-heavy chronicle of Martha’s own preparations for the 1988 Christmas season, beginning with the mixing of 10 enormous plum puddings the day after Thanksgiving and concluding with a sumptuous Christmas Day dinner. She has achieved Christmas perfection! For me, Martha is one of them.

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Restaurant Clicks

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

Rainy grey days are a constant Seattle backdrop and could be the source of the emotional angst so present in grunge culture, which originates in Seattle. They deem their cuisine Americana comfort food, serving a slew of continental breakfasts, pancakes, French toast, sandwiches, and salads with delicious dressings made in-house.

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Restaurant Clicks

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Not many things will make me get out of bed and leave the house on a weekend morning, but brunch in Miami is always worth it. Executive Chef and owner Michael Beltran uses locally sourced, seasonal ingredients to craft a constantly changing menu. They’re right next to the Taurus Beer & Whiskey House.

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EATER

MAY 21, 2024

Back then, they weren’t particularly glorious or noteworthy, they were just everywhere. And for me, a “picky eater,” they were a refuge from the hamburger-and-chicken-nugget insults of children’s menus. It’s a dish of many names — cold plate, cold salad plate, tri-salad plate, salad trio.

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Buzztime Business

MAY 3, 2023

But these trendy, menu-based Mother’s Day promotions are the way to her heart. Gourmet Yogurt Bar: From house-made granolas, to shaved chocolate – set out gourmet toppings and let Mom go wild. Focus on in-season, local fare. With these 8 creative Mother’s Day promotions, you can win over Mom – and her spend-happy admirers.

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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. That's why we compiled this list of ideas for both in-house and online experiences. Moms aren't the only winners, however.

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Restaurant Clicks

DECEMBER 2, 2021

You can even find restaurants with celebrity chefs such as Emeril Lagasse at Emeril’s New Orleans Fish House. Las Vegas, NV, is the definition of a city that never sleeps. Also known as Sin City, Vegas attracts tourists from all over the world which makes it a melting pot for various cultures. Best Seafood in Las Vegas. Make a Reservation.

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Restaurant Clicks

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Peppervine The Fig Tree Restaurant Good Food on Montford Bernardin’s Restaurant at Ratcliffe Fin & Fino Sea Level NC Barrington’s McNinch House Restaurant The Asbury Kindred 5Church The Cellar at Duckworth’s Fahrenheit Charlotte Stoke Charlotte Dogwood Southern Table and Bar Flour Shop Bardo The Stanley Leah and Louise.

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Apicbase

MAY 21, 2024

Whether launching a new concept or expanding into a different market, menu development is critical for a restaurant’s success. That means balancing brilliant ideas with practicality and taking the time to consider all variables that can impact food costs , menu scalability, and customer first impressions. What is Menu Development?

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Restaurant Clicks

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Durant’s Steak 44 The Stockyards Steakhouse The Capital Grille Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse Dominick’s Steakhouse Bourbon Steak Mastro’s Steakhouse Rokerij The Keg Steakhouse + Bar Ruth’s Chris Steak House T-Bone Steak House J&G Steakhouse Feeney’s Restaurant & Bar. Best Steakhouses in Phoenix.

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SpotOn

JUNE 27, 2024

Cooking with the best seasonal ingredients, pouring locally made wines and spirits, and creating memorable life experiences were my passions. Cooking with the best seasonal ingredients, pouring locally made wines and spirits, and creating memorable life experiences were my passions. This approach was advantageous for both of us.

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Restaurant Clicks

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Guard and Grace Shanahan’s Steakhouse Elway’s Buckhorn Exchange Urban Farmer Quality Italian Del Frisco’s Grille Bastien’s Restaurant Ruth’s Chris Steak House Columbine Steak House & Lounge LoHi SteakBar The Capital Grille Denver 801 Chophouse EDGE Restaurant & Bar Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse Citizen Rail STK Steakhouse.

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Restaurant Clicks

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

You name it, Boston has options in every neighborhood from the North End to the Back Bay and beyond. Pammy’s takes the look and feel of a traditional Italian trattoria and combines it with a New American-style menu. The menu rotates regularly, but if you have a chance, get the sea scallops. Oleana Restaurant. Cafe Sushi.

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