EATER

AUGUST 20, 2024

Lille Allen Brands like Fly By Jing and Bachan’s are reaching a whole new audience from the shelves of the ultimate big-box store The last decade or so has been a golden era for cool food products sold directly to consumers online. Walmart was going to allow us to reach those customers.”

Retail 109

Retail Point of Sale Food Supply 2023 109

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 30, 2021

Consumers and customers have changed their behavior due to the events of the previous year. So it makes good business sense to revamp your marketing strategies. Focus on changing the processes of your restaurant to accommodate the new realities and to reach out to customers living in your local areas.

Marketing 227

Marketing Food Safety Social Media Small Business 227

Cheetah

DECEMBER 24, 2021

Both CBD derivatives are legal, but consumers that are intermittently drug tested may prefer hemp derived CBD since it is the purest CBD source, unfettered with much THC. THC is the psychoactive component of Cannabinidoil and CBD is the non-psychoactive component, though consumers claim powerful physiological benefits.

Food 148

Food Beverage Consumer Goods Food Order 148

The Rail

JUNE 19, 2024

By Indiana Lee, Contributor With summer just around the corner, now is the perfect time for restaurants to start leaning into alternative offerings to enhance the customer experience. The longer days and warmer weather create the perfect opportunity for restaurants to leverage mobile and outdoor dining experiences.

Food Truck 52

Food Truck Social Media Outdoor Retail 52

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 11, 2020

As states reopen, restaurants must deal with rehiring staff, redesigning floor plans to comply with social distancing, and battling customer hesitation dine-in again. Since Georgia's push to reopen in late April, customers did not flood back to eateries at the expected rate. When It Comes to Your Customers.

Social Media 171

Social Media 2003 Customer Service Customer Experience 171

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 17, 2020

This edition of MRM Research Roundup features news that consumers plan to put restaurants at the top of their shopping lists, the latest stats for on premise and why the restaurant of the future is here now. “This is a challenging time for both consumers and businesses. Diners Show Holiday Spirit. Hassle-free holiday meals.

2020 167

2020 Point of Sale Consumer Goods Seasonal Menu 167

Deliverect

MARCH 17, 2020

So how can the food industry try to keep its head above water during these difficult times, and how can consumers continue to support their local food and hospitality businesses? Set up a disinfection / handwashing station for customers and staff. Indicate minimum distances in between customers queueing on the floor.

Online Ordering 146

Online Ordering Merchandise Food Website Management 146

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 15, 2020

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features the dismal March restaurant sales, security, loyalty, trends and teen consumer behaviors. Engaging Customers During COVID-19. Consumers are still very willing to get mobile and visit your stores for pick-up. March Sales Decline.

2020 196

2020 Point of Sale Fast Casual Online Ordering 196

ChowNow

JUNE 29, 2020

Finances are the most critical concern for most restaurateurs, but they should be weighed alongside both public health guidelines , recommendations from the CDC , Department of Labor , and the FDA — along with the concerns of your employees and customers. Don’t count out merchandise either—it just sends more revenue to your restaurant.

Online Ordering 137

Online Ordering Merchandise Food Safety Dine-in 137

EATER

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

In recent years, specialty grocery stores have been courting a different kind of customer — one who has an appetite for what’s cool and new, if not necessarily gourmet. Since the 1980s, the experience of food shopping in this country has been defined by volume. The traveling Pop Up Grocer acts as a showcase for up-and-coming brands.

Retail 99

Retail Consumer Goods Merchandise Online Ordering 99

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Online ordering is obviously huge in 2020, and customers are craving comfort food when they’re ordering in, according to Upserve’s new 2020 State of the Restaurant Industry data collected from the company's 10,000+ restaurant customers. State of the Industry.

2020 161

2020 Mobile Ordering Online Ordering Food Order 161

Cheetah

AUGUST 28, 2020

In response, people are looking for personalized experiences they can document and share online. Restaurants that capitalize on this create dining experiences that encourage brand loyalty by making customers feel unique. This also allows them to collect data on customer purchases to help them better tweak the menu.

Online Ordering 117

Online Ordering Customer Service Customer Experience Small Business 117

Future Food

OCTOBER 30, 2023

These achievements combined can underwrite an eclectic mix of well-presented venues which contribute to the distinct experiences that shoppers are seeking in a modern hospitality environment. Image credit: Alana Dimou Sydney Fish Market Design is a major contributor in influencing a customer’s perception of a brand.

Operations 78

Operations Uniforms Small Business Merchandise 78

EATER

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Can an app promising discount, end-of-day goods make a dent in America’s food waste problem? I counted the minutes until the kids went to bed and I could make good on their parents’ offer: Eat whatever snacks you like. Too Good To Go, which launched in 2015 in the U.K. Too Good To Go, which launched in 2015 in the U.K.

Waste 120

Waste Consumer Goods Food Truck Front of House 120

Indoor Media

MAY 17, 2021

Plus, most consumers don’t want to leave the comfort of their homes. There are many ways in which restaurants and salons can get involved and start hosting their own experiences online, so read on for everything you’ll need to know. If you have a large following on social media, advertise your event and tell fans where to buy tickets.

Small Business 78

Small Business Events Advertising Social Media 78

The Restaurant Times

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

An evolving customer base makes the restaurant industry a dynamic space. This is why running a successful restaurant business needs more than good food. Good and personalized packaging , excellent customer service , and good ambience are some prerequisites. Engage Your Customer. Provide Key Information.

Social Media 69

Social Media Point of Sale Mobile Ordering Customer Experience 69

Future Food

JUNE 16, 2020

Moreover, there is still a considerable amount of latent demand: Pre-COVID levels of demand for F&B were not a fad as consumers’ interaction with Hospitality is a practice that has been building over the last two decades. Hospitality is both a science and an art that has customer service and experience at its core.

Hospitality 120

Hospitality Food Food Safety Customer Service 120

Restaurant Clicks

JANUARY 21, 2020

Follow our guide on How To Build Your Restaurant Brand and learn how to present the best version of your restaurant to your customers! Your restaurant’s brand is the sum of the public’s experience with your restaurant. Merchandise. There’s much more that goes into the restaurant experience than good food or cheap prices.

Social Media 78

Social Media Merchandise Consumer Goods Advertising 78

Apicbase

MARCH 17, 2023

There is good and bad news. High inflation, labour shortages, supply chain problems and changing consumer demands are black clouds on a sunny day. The good news, there are new recipes that could potentially work even better. On a logistical level, technology enables customers to order and pay remotely and track their delivery.

Customer Experience 52

Customer Experience Consumer Goods Food Supply Customer Service 52

Indoor Media

AUGUST 17, 2017

That consumers of all types still harness the money-saving energy of coupons. Also, a surefire way to inspire brand loyalty means reaching your consumers in areas they frequent, such as a local supermarket chain. Members-only programs not only create proud, card-carrying members, they build—and reinforce—customer loyalty.

Coupons 78

Coupons Advertising Loyalty Program Consumer Goods 78

BNG Point of Sale

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Convenience stores have straightforward goals: they want to live up to their name, ensure happy customers, and increase their level of success. For business owners, offering the necessities to customers who are traveling, commuting, or otherwise pressed for time should be a top priority. Optimal Customer Experience.

POS 52

POS Point of Sale Cash Management Inventory 52

Perfect Daily Grind

JUNE 16, 2022

By drawing on an ever-increasing number of data points, baristas and coffee shop owners can understand more about the coffee they are using, which can help to enhance the customer experience. Although coffee quality and consistency are key for any good coffee shop, efficiency and workflow are arguably just as important.

Café 141

Café Supplies Technology Article 141

The Restaurant Times

MARCH 9, 2022

5 Restaurant Promotion Ideas For The ‘New Normal’ Restaurants can no longer rely on word-of-mouth and outdoor ads to keep their companies top of mind because customers are still hesitant to venture out. Instead, restaurateurs must market their companies where their customers are now: online. Content And Social Media.

Social Media 52

Social Media Kitchen Safety Food Safety Influencer 52

Lavu

MARCH 27, 2020

The reason is simple: comprehensive restaurant management systems make restaurant operations more efficient, straightforward, and ultimately beneficial to everyone involved, from restaurant owners to customers. Mobile and online ordering will put control in the customers’ hands. Menu customization. Modern System Capabilities.

Point of Sale 78

Point of Sale Front of House Mobile Ordering Online Ordering 78

Mad Mobile

MARCH 8, 2024

Yes, they’ve become the norm, but they should also enhance your business and improve the customer experience. Hopefully, our decades of experience in the dining space will help you navigate the changing waters. In 2023, over 80% of restaurants adopted a digital ordering system to enhance the customer experience.

Ordering 40

Ordering POS Online Ordering Mobile Ordering 40

EATER

MARCH 9, 2022

For many, our bar is the only chance to live the Simpsons experience, since our customers often don’t have the means to visit the official Moe’s Tavern,” says Nicolás González Milano. There’s been no shortage of unauthorized Simpsons merchandise over the years, and the show itself has riffed on the phenomenon.

Bar 114

Bar Food Supply Seasonal Menu Merchandise 114

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 19, 2020

Alonso Castañeda , VP of Brand Development & Strategy for Savory Restaurant Fund, will discuss how the brands he works with have been able to take advantage of the current landscape to creatively serve customers. Additional Panelists include: Ryan Volberg – SVP and GM, PAR Restaurant Solutions Group. US Foods Holding Corp.

Kitchen Safety 206

Kitchen Safety Loyalty Program Delivery Customer Service 206

Touch Bistro

APRIL 27, 2021

It’s clear that a well-design restaurant website is key to getting customers in the door (or ordering online), but great restaurant website design is a lot harder to achieve than you might think. Email Sign-Up Forms: Even if you don’t have a loyalty program, collecting customer emails is a great way to stay in touch with your guests.

Design 92

Design 2021 Online Ordering Website Management 92

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

The new restaurants — as well as upgrades to existing locations — will adapt the company’s new, modern, and inviting “Fresh Forward” design and meet the needs of today’s consumer with comfortable guest indoor dining spaces as well as numerous delivery and order ahead options, with a strong digital first strategy.

Franchise 180

Franchise Franchising Leadership Beverage 180

BNG Point of Sale

JULY 16, 2021

It is one of the most vital key performance indicators (KPIs) for any type of establishment with food – which makes sense because without this crucial information there would not be enough revenue coming in from customers each day (or week). These important business models are what profitable restaurants don’t take lightly.

Point of Sale 52

Point of Sale Seasonal Menu Customer Service Fine Dining 52

Touch Bistro

JULY 15, 2021

In order to make sure customers remember your restaurant long after they’ve dined with you, it’s important to define your brand identity. This refers to the tone and language you use when communicating with customers. In other words, if your food photography isn’t top-notch some customers may take their business elsewhere.

Marketing 77

Marketing 2021 Email Marketing Social Media 77

EATER

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

At one point, ketchup packets were in such high demand as customers avoided indoor dining in favor of drive-thrus, takeout, and delivery options that Heinz built eight new production lines — a process that normally takes well over a year. Where eating at restaurants became an option, the experience felt different.

Front of House 124

Front of House Food Supply Back of House Supplies 124

7 Shifts

JULY 20, 2024

With over 5 billion people using social media globally, platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok have become necessary tools for businesses to reach customers. Keeps your restaurant top of mind 68% of customers follow brands on social media to stay updated on new products and services.

Social Media 221

Social Media Customer Experience Seasonal Menu Customer Service 221

Gourmet Marketing

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Establish a loyalty program to offer your customers rewards. A loyalty program is a fantastic way to get your customers to come back again and again. For example, the most simple loyalty program could be a card system that is stamped every time your customers make a purchase. Humanizing your staff is always a good idea.

Marketing 61

Marketing 2021 Social Media Website Management 61

Restaurant Clicks

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

They all feature amazing quality products and provide a unique customer experience. This Maine located donut shop also offers gluten-free options to their customers. They are known for their less classic flavors but also offer customers some truly classic donut options. I won’t keep you waiting any longer! A Baker’s Wife.

Seasonal Menu 136

Seasonal Menu Food Truck Customer Experience Menu 136

Apicbase

JUNE 16, 2023

From customer satisfaction to profitability, there are countless metrics that restaurant owners and managers should track to gain a better understanding of their operations. You can collect this data through various channels, including point-of-sale (POS) systems, accounting software, customer feedback surveys, and social media reviews.

Point of Sale 52

Point of Sale Inventory Waste Employee Relations 52

Apicbase

MARCH 31, 2023

The level of Frittenpride is such that this chain also has a whole range of merchandise (t-shirts, sweaters, bags, and even gold chains) dedicated to their love for the humble spud, fried like the French (or is it the Belgian?) The menu includes burgers, a breakfast buffet, cocktails and the ever-present currywurst.

Fast Casual 52

Fast Casual Back of House Food Truck Front of House 52