Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

Guests will expect to know every aspect of sourcing and meal preparation, which will disrupt traditional back-of-house systems with technology that connects the farm to the food. We’re seeing massive disruption to front-of-house systems, too, delivering personalized guest experiences from order to payment to final delivery.

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Mobile Ordering Front of House Customer Service Customer Experience 539

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 23, 2024

When we talk about the “restaurant of the future,” labor compliance isn’t exactly the flashiest or most exciting topic to include—certainly not when juxtaposed with salad-making robots and personalized digital menus. This will give them an informed perspective on how the technology can best benefit their business.

Restaurant Law 508

Restaurant Law Employee Relations Kitchen Safety Customer Experience 508

7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Front-of-house (FOH) staff, like servers and hosts, will need customer service training, upselling techniques, and communication skills. Back-of-house (BOH) staff, including chefs and kitchen assistants, will focus more on food safety, food handling, and kitchen equipment use.

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Training Kitchen Safety Customer Service Food Safety 195

7 Shifts

MARCH 18, 2021

Bars and nightclubs were hit the hardest—an 89% drop in sales. But the unsung hero of the pandemic was juice bars—which saw a significantly faster recovery than any other industry sector—and surpassed pre-pandemic levels by June of 2020. A year ago this month, our industry was rocked to its core. Foot traffic disappeared overnight.

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Point of Sale Back of House Front of House Outdoor 370

EATER

MAY 31, 2023

Between the picturesque inns serving multicourse feasts, craft beer bars with decks ideal for sunset drinks, and loads of seafood around every turn, it’s hard not to rave. Wedged between Nova Scotia and New Brunswick in the Gulf of St. But the famous bivalves don’t get all the attention.

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Front of House Back of House Hotels Seasonal Menu 246

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Even though cooling inflation is a positive, it’s still running ahead of the Federal Reserve’s 2 percent target and has not yet resulted in relief on costs. Quick service, fast casual and bars and taverns have exceeded where they were in February 2020. But the leading drag on the industry are its labor woes.

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2024 Insurance Recruiting Restaurant Law 294

Culinary Cues

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Set the bar right from the beginning – We want to be the best fish fry restaurant in town. Ironically, there is always room to be great and there is plenty of room to be mediocre. The choice to be great or not so great is in the hands of the restaurateur and the folks who make a living with food. I wonder why this is the case.

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Fine Dining Front of House Customer Service Customer Experience 440

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 5, 2020

While TouchBistro has previously partnered with providers of loyalty solutions, this acquisition will provide the company with a proprietary solution that is much more deeply integrated into the TouchBistro platform and its ecosystem of products like Online Ordering and Reservations. TouchBistro Acquires TableUp.

Food Safety 527

Food Safety Mobile Ordering Online Ordering Kitchen Safety 527

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Restaurant industry insiders offer their insights on F&B trends we can expect to see in 2024. Using DoorDash order data from January 1, 2023 to October 31, 2023, we bring you DoorDash’s Dash From the Past 2023 Trend Report. The top items paired with ibuprofen included Cheesesteaks, Cognac, Nacho Fries, Bacon Egg and Cheese, and Cold Brew!

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2024 2023 Food Order 2013 474

7 Shifts

MARCH 11, 2020

Space If you’re leasing a commercial space, you’ll need to pay a security deposit up front, which will cost between $2,000 and $12,000. month ) and a reservation management tool ($200+/month). You’ve probably thought about the challenges and risks that come with this venture, but do you know all of the costs that you’ll incur?

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License Cash Management Inventory Food Supply 354

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

” Evidence of indirect and/or contractually reserved control over essential employment terms may be a consideration for finding joint-employer status under the final rule, but it cannot give rise to such status without substantial direct and immediate control. NLRB Issues Joint-Employer Ruling.

Mobile Ordering 348

Mobile Ordering Front of House Customer Experience Back of House 348

7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Delivery, scheduling, inventory management, reservations, and guest management have seen technological advancements over the past few years, and it's just the beginning. It reduces ordering errors, increases front-of-house and back-of-house efficiency, and helps you control inventory.

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Technology Mobile Ordering Social Media Online Ordering 312

Restaurant Clicks

OCTOBER 13, 2021

When looking at rooftop bars, my first criteria was the food. There are plenty of NYC rooftop bars, but a roof bar is essentially pointless if your highrise is situated around three other, taller highrises. Best Rooftop Bars in NYC. Make a Reservation. Magic Hour Rooftop Bar & Lounge. is a hot one.

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Bar Hotels Reservations Online Ordering 134

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 1, 2020

During the peak of the pandemic, the number of diners seated across Yelp Reservations and Waitlist dropped essentially to zero. This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features the rise of eCommerce, economic impact, dining during COVID and hot dog insights. Yelp's Economic Impact Report.

2020 450

2020 Travel Food Safety Consumer Goods 450

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.

Front of House 370

Front of House Back of House Communication Customer Service 370

7 Shifts

AUGUST 12, 2020

So far, 2020 has thrown marketing plans, advertising budgets, and restaurant growth out of the window. Whatever plans and forecasts you had for your restaurant are yesterday’s bread now. But as restaurants reopen and business starts to pick up again, it’s important you pick up your marketing plan too. So, where do you start?

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Marketing 2020 SEO Loyalty Program 418

Restaurant Clicks

DECEMBER 12, 2021

And, what better way to get to know an area than by trying out some local bars? And, what better way to get to know an area than by trying out some local bars? As someone with a few friends in Dumbo, I’ve been to my fair share of bars in the neighborhood. Best Bars in Dumbo. Olympia Wine Bar. Order Online.

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Bar Front of House Back of House Online Ordering 109

EATER

JULY 8, 2020

Here’s where to avoid them As summer creeps into full swing and cities across America do the dance of easing, and then reinstating, COVID-19 restrictions, people are clamoring to be someplace — anyplace — besides their own homes. Now more than ever, then, this is the time to visit some of America’s lesser-known national parks.

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Front of House Travel Dine-in Seating 313

ChowNow

OCTOBER 19, 2023

This program provides ChowNow’s clients with special access and exclusive discounts to unique product integrations and services, from front- to back-of-house, and everywhere in between. ChowNow has recently launched our Preferred Partner Program—a handpicked group of industry leaders to help take your restaurant to the next level.

Front of House 195

Front of House Back of House Online Ordering Certification 195

SpotOn

MARCH 24, 2025

Crisping tender dark meat and refilling syrup jars is one thing, but optimizing table service, managing reservations, and tracking inventory was a whole new challenge.  ” A reservation system helps Uptown's accommodate large parties. ” It’s not just the front-of-house reaping the benefits.

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Front of House Customer Service Reservations POS 52

Restaurant Clicks

DECEMBER 4, 2021

Similarly, most bars in Harlem are dotted along the famous avenues. If you are on the hunt for the best bars in the city, this guide is just for you. Best Bars in Harlem. Earl’s Beer and Cheese Alison The Toolbox Bar. The name of the next bar in the list sells it off: Corner Social. Corner Social. I thought so.

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Bar Front of House Online Ordering Back of House 117

EATER

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

The capital, Boise, has led the boom (with a surge in housing prices to match), as remote workers migrated east from the Bay Area and the Pacific Northwest in search of more space, cheaper rent, and a quieter lifestyle. New residents brought infusions of cash and interest, but they’re building on the area’s endearing underlying character.

Vineyard 284

Vineyard Hotels Back of House Front of House 284

ChowNow

OCTOBER 18, 2023

This program provides ChowNow’s clients with special access and exclusive discounts to unique product integrations and services, from front- to back-of-house, and everywhere in between. ChowNow has recently launched our Preferred Partner Program—a handpicked group of industry leaders to help take your restaurant to the next level.

Front of House 195

Front of House Back of House Online Ordering Certification 195

The Restaurant Times

MARCH 10, 2023

Front-of-house (FOH) refers to all activities and settings a patron will experience while dining at a restaurant, including the lobby and dining area. Hence, your restaurant’s front-of-the-house staff members should always maintain a high standard of personal hygiene and present a polished, welcoming image.

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Front of House FOH Back of House Online Ordering 52

Restaurant Clicks

DECEMBER 11, 2021

The neighborhood has a long and rich history of cultural diversity, and in recent years has experienced an influx of new bars, restaurants, and retail shops. No matter what type of bar you want to hang out in, you’ll find it in Prospect Heights! Best Bars in Prospect Heights. Weather Up. Gold Star Beer Counter.

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Bar Seasonal Menu Front of House Online Ordering 122

SpotOn

APRIL 1, 2025

Joe Nicholson was a manager and tech consultant at one of the busiest restaurants in Sacramento, CA—Tower Cafe. Now, as a copywriter at SpotOn, he helps restaurant owners and managers learn how to run a more profitable operation. Patios can be quite lucrative. Let's look at some ways to bring your inside to the outside.

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Seating Outdoor POS 2024 96

EATER

MARCH 2, 2022

Weekends attract the non-repeat customers; the scavenger hunt diner who wants to visit every buzzy spot to take a picture for the gram, or the couple splitting an entrée because they’re rushing to a show or bar after. Alex Staniloff/Eater NY. I could make this dish at home for $5,” goes the refrain. diners were also more frequent.

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Front of House Small Business Seating Food Order 246

EATER

MAY 9, 2023

Since a restaurant’s business model relies on food and drink primarily, it functions like a venue with in-house catering. Since a restaurant’s business model relies on food and drink primarily, it functions like a venue with in-house catering. That dish you crave so badly? Finally, all your loved ones will understand why.

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Back of House Events Front of House Beverage 246

Touch Bistro

JUNE 2, 2021

However, guest safety is still a top priority and many restaurant are turning to restaurant reservation software to navigate the tricky business of fully reopening their dining rooms. While restaurant reservation software is becoming essential to reopening, the technology is still new to many restaurateurs.

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Reservations 2021 Online Ordering Book 98

QSR Automations

JANUARY 31, 2025

Bridging the Front and Back of House into a Seamless Restaurant Operation ConnectSmart Host is your ultimate front-of-house solution, offering smart table management, waitlist tracking, reservations, and guest communication tools. In the ever-changing world of hospitality, efficiency is the name of the game.

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Waste Front of House Operations Back of House 52

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 19, 2020

In this edition of MRM News Bites, we feature a webinar that looks into the future of restaurants, face pay, delivery robots, drone delivery and a new venture for MRM. The Main Course. "We always viewed a podcast as a natural extension of the MRM brand," said Executive Editor Barbara Castiglia. "When Restaurant of the Future Panel.

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Kitchen Safety Loyalty Program Delivery Customer Service 515

Restaurant Clicks

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

This diverse and unique New York neighborhood offers something for everyone, from shops to Chinese theatres to bars! If you are searching for where to get a drink in Chinatown, we have compiled a comprehensive list of the eleven best bars the neighborhood offers. Best Bars in Chinatown. Make a Reservation. Whiskey Tavern.

Bar 111

Bar Online Ordering Reservations Seasonal Menu 111

7 Shifts

DECEMBER 4, 2020

Paying employees under the table (as in, without reporting their earnings to tax authorities and evading employment taxes) is a serious crime that can lead to hefty fines and time behind bars— don’t do it under any circumstances. Did you know that payroll/labor makes up almost one-third of a restaurant's operating costs ? And if you don’t.

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2021 Tip Distribution Restaurant Law Insurance 370

Restaurant Clicks

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

Most people, when they hear “Orlando, Florida”, jump right to amusement parks like Walt Disney World or Universal Studios Resort, but the real fun, in my opinion, is grabbing some friends and heading to these awesome Downtown Orlando bars for a night out on the town. Best Bars in Downtown Orlando. Make a Reservation.

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Bar Online Ordering Back of House Outdoor 137

EATER

MAY 3, 2022

Such moves were mostly reserved for the best of the best, like De Niro, Dolly Parton, or Michael Jordan. Wastin’ away again in Margaritaville. Searchin’ for my lost shaker of salt. Some people claim that there’s a woman to blame…,” Buffett croons, then realizes by the end of the song, “I know it’s my own damn fault.”.

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Back of House Front of House Dine-in Food Truck 246

Restaurant Clicks

SEPTEMBER 4, 2021

Make a Reservation. You can still get the burger that started it all from the bar menu with an order of thick-cut onion rings with truffle dipping sauce. You can still get the burger that started it all from the bar menu with an order of thick-cut onion rings with truffle dipping sauce. Make a Reservation.

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Seasonal Menu Fine Dining Front of House Back of House 147

Restaurant Clicks

DECEMBER 11, 2021

It houses incredible art studios and galleries in converted warehouses along the river, as well as a variety of unique restaurants, spots to enjoy live music, and parks. Let’s explore the best bars in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. Best Bars in Greenpoint. Broken Land. 105 Franklin St, Brooklyn, NY 11222 Visit Website. Black Rabbit.

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Bar Brewery Back of House Front of House 110