Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

More than eight in ten restaurant operators expect 2025 sales to meet or exceed 2024 levels, but rising competition will require differentiation through experience, service, and innovation, according to The National Restaurant Association’s 2025 State of the Restaurant Industry report.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 14, 2025

The report found that loyalty is eroding as brands worked hard to offer new limited time offers, value meals, upgraded loyalty programs, and digital innovations. Diners are looking for a better overall experience, from streamlined ordering to more inviting restaurant environments. The survey of 1,500 U.S.-based

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 11, 2024

"Merchandise is more than just a revenue stream — it’s a way to deepen the connection with your customers and expand your brand’s reach." Merchandise became a natural extension of this vision, offering customers a way to carry the brand with them and become ambassadors for the experience.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Miami-based brand I Heart Fries teamed with Artist, Athlete, Activist, Celebrity Influencer Dylan Gonzalez to launch an international franchise expansion effort. innovative and unique marketing strategies and 3. Each country has its own rules and customer preferences, so we must be strategic. Strong business model 2.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 24, 2021

However, even with in-person dining experiences almost back in full swing, their presence remains at the forefront of the industry’s growth. Let’s break it down: They help owners save money and enable easier operations – Ghost kitchen allow for an entirely virtual experience, outside of the actual kitchen.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 27, 2023

As the calendar turns towards 2024, the restaurant industry stands at a crossroads, with innovation and adaptation at the heart of its ongoing evolution. Additionally, by fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation, establishments are positioning themselves as forward-thinking leaders in a competitive market.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

The dining landscape is shifting, driven by Gen Z's (currently 11- to 26-year-olds) quest for “genuine” culinary experiences over the conventional allure of "the best" restaurants. They research, investigate and seek out experiences – especially when it comes to restaurants.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 12, 2023

It seems almost everyone, from social media influencers to evening news anchors, is extolling the capabilities of this emerging tech. Robots are now being deployed for various tasks, ranging from food preparation and delivery to customer service.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 18, 2020

Even as lockdown restrictions are eased, it's likely to be a long time before the dining experience returns to anything resembling the previous norm. Many experts believe that the industry has been irrevocably altered by the experience of living through the CV pandemic. Innovation. Creativity.

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EATER

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Across the country, bakeries and pop-ups, often helmed by members of the Mexican and Central American diasporas, are celebrating Mexican baking traditions and experimenting with flavors, creating a new world of Mexican American pastry. Indeed, customers who may not have grown up with conchas are now clamoring for them.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Although concerns about customer sensitivity influenced pricing decisions, only 9 percent of restaurants did not change prices in 2024, down 19 percent from 2023, indicating a stronger shift towards strategic price increases. Restaurants are also implementing innovative retention strategies.

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 28, 2022

Today, virtual brands are disrupting the foodservice industry, with celebrities, YouTube stars and influencers helping them go mainstream. Virtual brands are also a fun way for established brands to connect with new audience segments and experiment with branding. Virtual Brands are Influencer Magnets.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Find out how video content can turn customers into brand ambassadors by enabling them to share their experiences with prospective customers. How do I attract new customers, manage my costs and differentiate my establishment from the competition? Even sincere reviews from well-meaning customers can be misleading.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Future foodspaces will need to be designed to meet the personalized needs of diverse customer bases, according to Culinary Crossroads: How Societal Shifts Are Defining Tomorrow’s Dining , the latest whitepaper from IA Interior Architects research initiative, HumanX. "The

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 19, 2024

However, as we surge forward, it's imperative to highlight what's missing from today's dining experience and identify the qualities that elevate a great manager to give the next level service assisted by AI, required to succeed in this new environment. What's Lacking in the Dining Experience?

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 12, 2021

According to the National Restaurant Association, employment at eating and drinking establishments is 12 percent short of pre-pandemic levels , leaving many employees feeling stressed and burned out in the face of often unrelenting customer demand. Four Tech Solutions to Improve Guest and Employee Experiences. AI Voice Automation.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 2, 2023

By understanding customer behavior, strategically placing high-profit items, and incorporating innovative pricing strategies, restaurant owners can transform their menu into an influential factor driving business success. It involves strategic dish placement, pricing strategies, and understanding customer preferences.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 2, 2024

And while automation and robotics can help streamline some elements of operations, in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, there's a newfound appreciation for human connection and dining experiences. Using LPR, restaurant staff can link an order to a customer's car and use it as an identification to deliver their order once ready.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 2, 2024

The real winners of the value war will be restaurants providing value in non-monetary ways through tactics like menu innovation, hyper-personalization and providing seamless digital ordering experiences that appease convenience-driven diners. Operators must consider how they can strategically ease customers back into full price menus.

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Culinary Cues

OCTOBER 24, 2020

Whether it’s the history of the town where the restaurant is located, the family that owns the operation, or the heritage of a certain ethnicity – sometimes these influences set the stage for a menu and what it represents. There are thousands of restaurants just like this – they serve a real need for dependability. [] A CONNECTION TO HISTORY.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 30, 2024

Typical restaurant KPIs involve monitoring costs around food, labor and supplies, pricing adjustments, table turnover rates during peak periods, customer wait times, promotion effectiveness, brand sentiment on review sites, and training completion rates. Define the one or two KPIs most critical for your top growth goals.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 19, 2023

Through my 20-plus years of experience working in the foodservice and franchising industry, I’ve observed that for QSR brands to position themselves for growth in these types of spaces, it’s critical to emphasize brand recognition and consistency as you continue to grow your footprint.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

We’re seeing massive disruption to front-of-house systems, too, delivering personalized guest experiences from order to payment to final delivery. So, for the first time, restaurant owners and marketers are able to see exactly what their customer’s buying journey looks like. Christopher Baron of RedBaron Consulting.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 17, 2023

As one of the largest generations of consumers, they continually influence the ways restaurants innovate, and there are identifiable characteristics that differentiate Gen Z consumers from their older counterparts. Instead, showcase genuine behind-the-scenes footage, staff interactions, or even customer reactions.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 13, 2021

Much has already been written about these changes, but our analysts suggest that the stickiness of these behaviors is a good indicator that a different kind of customer will arise out of the post-pandemic ashes. Staying nimble will allow operators to respond with value-oriented menus to meet their customers where they are.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 14, 2024

The days when the sommelier’s intuition, refined through years of experience and sensory development, solely guided wine selection are evolving. This shift from traditional expertise to technological innovation in wine selection is reflective of a broader transformation within event planning.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 6, 2022

So, you can attract new customers and encourage existing ones to stick around for a bit longer with happy hour promotions. Not only does it attract customers during slow times , but it also boosts sales and encourages people to come back. By offering a discount, you'll encourage customers to order more and stay longer.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022

Beyond Basic Balancers : The team found many cocktails that were made using an innovative variety of methods or modifiers to balance the drink or add layers of flavor. In addition, bartenders are mixing sparkling wine of all styles and prices into their cocktails to add effervescence, crispness or sweetness to the experience.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 18, 2024

Among the findings: Casual experiential dining appeals on many fronts to consumers of varying ages in different parts of the country looking for affordable culinary experiences. The debate over manufactured plant proteins and whole plants has begun, and it has spurred innovation in menus across all segments of the foodservice industry.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 8, 2022

But one thing is a universal truth: Without customers at your tables you will fail. Customers come in many forms, so often the focus is on new customers, but the reality is that repeat, loyal customers are really the starting point. According to Cisco, 96 percent of customers prefer a business that offers free WiFi.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 24, 2024

How can you keep customers returning to your restaurant when so many choices exist? This stresses the need for customer retention programs. Today, customers find restaurant brands through influencers, social media, review sites, and multiple channels. It increases the restaurant sales and builds a loyal customer base.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 10, 2024

There is an opportunity for QSRs to attract new customers by integrating bold, exotic flavors and ethnic cuisines into LTOs and menus. In this role, he manages the Culinary, Innovation, and Commercialization teams, and oversees R&D project implementation. Does this trend have staying power?

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 26, 2024

But what do customers want from the drive-thru experience and how can QSRs better meet those needs? Guests have high expectations for their drive-thru experiences. Customers want seamless interactions where their orders are taken correctly the first time. Brands should first examine their customer journey and pain points.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features the National Restaurant Association's State of the Indusrty Report, food industry pressures, foodservice opportunities, influencer marketing, foot traffic analysis and the dining-out dollar. 2020 State of the Restaurant Industry.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2022

In terms of trends, it is clear that in 2023 technology will continue to shape and enhance the restaurant industry and we will see operators adopting new technologies to create an even more seamless and frictionless experience for guests, while still maintaining unique and engaging dining experiences.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Second-generation restaurant space—particularly locations in lifestyle centers, community centers, and inline retail environments—is proving to be beneficial to landlords, restaurateurs, and customers alike. New Ideas and New Influences. icing on the cake. Look for opportunities to save (e.g.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 8, 2024

QSRs Shift Focus from Slow-Paced Dining to Swift, Transactional Experiences Quick Service Restaurants (QSRs) are reimagining their dining spaces to prioritize speed, convenience, and personalization over traditional, slow-paced dining experiences. For the second part, click here.

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