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‘A Smaller Footprint Isn’t a Limitation – It’s an Invitation to Get Creative’

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Restaurant industry challenges are pushing operators to be more creative and efficient with many opting for more multifunctional spaces – especially in a fast-casual setting. At Maria Empanada, a fast-casual Latin concept the team is working on right now, the to-go boxes are artfully displayed, blending function and branding seamlessly.

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2025 F&B Trends: Newstalgia, Stealth Health, and Botanical Beverages

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While swicy took the front seat this year, Rubix’s proprietary research found that 5 percent more Gen Z respondents reported having frequent sweet and salty cravings over sweet and spicy. Pickles also had a very real moment this year thanks to the viral Chamoy , so time for restaurants to give the people what they want.

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How to Make Your Restaurant a Solo Dining Destination

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This shift in consumer behavior underscores the need for restaurants to cater to this growing customer demographic. For this, flexible seating arrangements are the key – from cozy booths to communal tables and counter seating, offering options that cater to individual preferences ensures that solo diners feel comfortable and valued.

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MRM Research Roundup: Catering, Kiosks, Tipping and Dry January

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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. emerges, top tech investment for 2024.

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Expected Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Restaurants

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Not to mention that after practicing social distancing for over a year, not everyone will be thrilled to go back to tight seating arrangements indoors. Owners and managers should follow the latest tech trends in the industry and train their staff to use new software in order to keep catering to customers although they might be off-premises.

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Decade of Disruption: Restaurant Insiders Dish What’s on the Plate

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In the short term, it’s QSR that will experience labor improvement, then fast-casual. Restaurant design footprint will fundamentally change with more BOH kitchen size needed and less FOH seats as more people gravitate toward digital and delivery. Virtual restaurants can cater to different consumers, expanding clientele.

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Where Safety Meets Satisfaction — Tips For COVID-Era Restaurateurs to Elevate Their Customer Offerings

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If possible, restaurants should consider expanding into casual and comfortable outdoor seating arrangements that can feature a more pre-pandemic feel. Other practices can be updated to enhance the feeling of personal service; for instance, table settings can be placed as guests are seated. Fulfilling Other Needs.