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A Looming Menace for Restaurants: Winter Is Coming

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But what was for some an opportunity to celebrate the early arrival of changing leaves and everything plaid was a harbinger of bad times to come for restaurateurs now reliant on outdoor seating and the warm weather that allows it to survive. And he wonders how this will play out as the season changes. “I That’s when the money dries up.”.

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The 11 Best Restaurant Event Ideas That Actually Bring In New Customers And Keep Regulars Excited

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1) Pop-Up Collaborations Partner with other local businesses, like a bakery, brewery, coffee shop, roastery, or food truck, for exclusive menu items or drinks. If you dont have this position in-house, collaborate with a local brewery, winery, or distillery. Provide space for seating, tasting, and entertainment.

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2023 Outlook: Trends and Challenges Restaurants Will See, Part Two

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Reduce portion sizes slightly to maintain menu prices but account for increased costs. Don’t be afraid to increase price. Don’t be afraid to increase price. Partnerships with local brands and stores to reflect the local flavors and cultures (wineries, breweries, tacos, craft-made snacks, etc).

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The Ultimate Guide To Restaurant Marketing: Strategies for Restaurant Operators In 2025

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What price points are they comfortable with? Look at their pricing, menu offerings, branding, and customer reviews. Use strategic pricing, suggestive descriptions, and well-placed callouts to encourage guests to order high-margin dishes and add-ons. Behavioral Patterns: How often do your customers dine out?

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Rampant Heater Theft Is the Latest Blow to Outdoor Dining

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The rush to purchase heat lamps for outside seating has led to a lucrative secondary market — and a surge in stealing On the Thursday before Valentine’s Day, in the early hours of the morning, McGillin’s Olde Ale House had its heat lamps stolen. Viktor Zolotukhin /Shutterstock. Marrow’s stolen property was valued at about $1,400.

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MRM People & Places: Maki Madness and Pancakes for Life

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Founded in 2000, Abe and Christina Ng wanted to give Miami something it didn’t have at the time – a neighborhood Japanese restaurant for sushi lovers that served delicious fresh food at good prices. Both indoor and outdoor seating will accommodate up to 400 guests. The Bronx Brewery (Bronx, New York). Manhattan, NY).

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The Top 25 Restaurant Management Apps for Owners and Operators

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OpenTable seats around 1.6 OpenTable offers unique back-end benefits to restaurants, too, providing a customer management system, seating optimization tools, and monetizable experiences restaurants can use to grow their reach, turn guests into regulars, and reduce chaotic peaks and valleys. Apple | Android 4. Apple | Android 5.