Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Evolving Consumer Expectations – Consumer expectations continued to evolve in 2023, particularly in the areas of transparency, ethical sourcing, and dietary preferences. Additionally, it’s becoming increasingly common to offer personalized nutrition to accommodate individual wants, needs, and dietary restrictions.

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Open for Business

JUNE 9, 2023

A guest’s dietary restrictions weren’t honored Order mixups happen, but dietary restrictions raise the stakes. Staff members should never ask the reason behind a dietary restriction—it could be for religious, health, ethical, or other personal reasons.

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7 Shifts

AUGUST 20, 2020

Because of COVID-19 restrictions on on-premise dining, customers are turning to takeout and delivery like never before. Through the information that you gain from reservations, you can create guest profiles and save guest preferences, like dietary restrictions or favorite dishes.

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Squirrel Systems

APRIL 22, 2024

These systems can handle complex interactions, such as taking orders, answering menu questions, and providing recommendations based on guest preferences or dietary restrictions. Conversational Ordering Systems Conversational ordering systems utilize AI-driven chatbots to interact with guests through smartphones or devices at the table.

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Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

Customers’ increased demands have required the restaurant industry to innovate and adapt to provide efficient food delivery, cater to a variety of dietary restrictions, streamline ordering, and accept contactless options for payment.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 22, 2024

Leverage consumer data to learn about preferences, dietary restrictions, and favorite foods. Personalization: An Emphasis on Individual Preferences Modern diners are diverse, astute, and perceptive. They are looking for personalized eating experiences rather than generic dining experiences.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 23, 2023

Now that restrictions have well and truly lifted and people are returning to restaurants, their expectations for their dining experience are considerably higher. In this way, they are providing customers with more information about their offerings, and what steps can be taken to accommodate all dietary needs.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 20, 2021

As COVID-19 restrictions are lifted and the hospitality industry begins to reemerge, now is the time for restaurants to look at how to turn their pain points into strengths through technology. The pandemic has devastated the restaurant industry, with profitability and staffing levels down for the vast majority of restaurant operators.

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SpotOn

MARCH 18, 2024

Be aware of dietary restrictions Since the dishes on prix fixe menus are predetermined, it's easy to overlook guests' dietary restrictions. Offering alternatives for guests with food allergies or restrictions can help. Consider these tips to ensure your guests are happy with your offerings.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 13, 2020

By doing so, the guest has utilized a tech integration, making them feel safer, and also provided the operator with useful data – including their dining preference, dietary restrictions, and contact information – that can help them personalize future interactions.

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Buzztime Business

MARCH 19, 2024

Craft sample menus that will make sense for each of these traditions (keeping in mind things like dietary restrictions, if applicable), then play up your interior with fresh decor like bouquets of colorful flowers and greenery, or delicate string lights.

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ChowNow

JUNE 12, 2024

Don’t forget to add a description highlighting what makes your restaurant unique–awards, specialties, dietary accommodations, etc. For example, if you accommodate dietary restrictions, make sure to note that on your menu as well. Add Photos and Videos: 82% of people buy a dish based on how it looks in a picture.

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Goliath Consulting

JUNE 8, 2023

Ensure your menu caters to diverse palates and dietary restrictions, delighting guests with a range of mouthwatering options. Focus on sourcing fresh, high-quality ingredients and engage the expertise of skilled chefs who can create captivating and innovative dishes.

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Apicbase

MAY 21, 2024

Understand your target audience Define your audience’s demographics, dining occasions, and dietary preferences to create a menu that caters to their needs—considering regional tastes and preferences to ensure a good fit if expanding into a new market.

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Open for Business

OCTOBER 12, 2022

You may consider an extensive menu to appeal to pickier eaters and those with allergy or dietary restrictions. Specials, set menus , and additions such as desserts, drinks, or dietary restrictions can help reduce choice overload, help with dietary restrictions, and save servers time on ingredient questions.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Personalized Menus : AI algorithms will analyze preferences and dietary restrictions to provide diners with menus tailored to their tastes. The ability to gauge real-time customer satisfaction is a game changer for restaurants aiming to adapt and thrive in an evolving market.

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Open for Business

OCTOBER 8, 2024

How Pre-shift reports work: Before every shift, you’ll get an email with a rundown of your upcoming reservations, including total covers and revenue projections, guests’ special requests and dietary restrictions, and reservation notes and guest history.

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Culinary Digital

MAY 10, 2023

One of the key benefits of CulinarySuite is its ability to create Menus that meet nutritional standards and accommodate dietary restrictions. This software offers many features that can improve food preparation, nutrition regulation recipe database and cost analysis.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 16, 2023

Mobile apps further augment the culinary journey by offering personalized features tailored to individual preferences, such as recommending relevant restaurants in the area and suggesting recipes based on dietary restrictions. Apps tailored to the customer make it easier for all diners to have a more pleasant restaurant experience.

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Culinary Digital

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

With fewer choices to manage, servers can dedicate more attention to each customer’s preferences and dietary restrictions. Whether it’s a dietary preference, an allergy, or a customized dish, servers can articulate these details with greater clarity and confidence.

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EATER

MARCH 11, 2024

Priority is given to any dietary restrictions, whether that means ordering an entirely vegetarian or kosher meal, or just giving that person extra servings of the things they can eat. You just order enough food for everyone, regardless of what section it comes from. There are some rules to ordering this way.

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Ken Burgin

JUNE 13, 2023

Menu Planning : ChatGPT can use its extensive knowledge to suggest dishes that complement each other, taking into account factors such as seasonal ingredients, customer preferences, and dietary restrictions. This can help in designing balanced and appealing menus. Labour Productivity : AI can also help optimise labour usage.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 24, 2022

Restaurant technologies help inform decisions, given that dishes can be tagged with dietary restrictions and your menu can reflect the real-time availability of the dishes you serve. Capitalize on direct-to-consumer opportunities. These days, restaurateurs are seeking ways to diversify their revenue streams.

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EATER

APRIL 20, 2021

Lovato’s idea that foods should be labeled with the dietary or heath-specific communities they are intended for has received mixed feedback. What I don’t feel good about is some of the way it’s been interpreted and how the message has gotten misconstrued.”. View this post on Instagram. A post shared by Demi Lovato (@ddlovato).

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 1, 2021

This can range from knowing a guest’s dietary restrictions and empowering servers to make suggestions based on past order history, to noting regulars’ table preferences, to remembering that a customer’s last visit was on their birthday.

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Clover - Restaurants

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Also, take time to consider special options for those with dietary restrictions–and limited-time-only menus that highlight daily, weekly, or seasonal specials. To stand out against the culinary landscape of the Lonestar state, craft a menu that focuses on your branding and a cuisine suited to your strengths.

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Restaurant365

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

Food allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions are a major issue for restaurants. This instant access gets managers out of the office and onto the floor, where they can better deliver an outstanding customer experience. Allaying allergen fears. Not only do they potentially turn customers away but could even prove fatal.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 23, 2020

Make sure that the team knows what to recommend for common dietary restrictions such as gluten-free, vegetarian, or vegan. If you get a lot of tourists, your staff may frequently receive questions about local attractions or how to get around the city.

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The Restaurant Times

OCTOBER 11, 2021

This may sound like we’re preaching to the converted, but don’t exclude people with food allergies and dietary restrictions from your events. If you have the resources, always ask your client to list event attendees with dietary restrictions. Source: Unsplash. Include Alternative Food Choices.

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Clover - Restaurants

OCTOBER 18, 2024

It’s especially important for diverse groups where each guest may have different budget considerations or dietary restrictions. Offering the option to split the check makes it easier for groups to enjoy their dining experience without the stress of figuring out who owes what.

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Ken Burgin

AUGUST 6, 2023

What other dietary needs and preferences do you accommodate? Are there any restrictions on the type of events hosted? Frequently Asked Questions about the food What food does your restaurant specialise in? Do you use locally-sourced ingredients in your recipes? Are there vegetarian and vegan options available?

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Traffic and sales stabilized, though, in some cases such as drive-thru and the lunch daypart, traffic remains at lower levels compared to the big spikes in 2021 as restrictions were lifted and vaccinations became available. We also saw a switch to match changing consumer preferences like healthy food options and dietary accommodations.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 17, 2022

The rapid rise in the prevalence of type 2 diabetes and obesity is linked to economic growth and subsequent "nutrition shift," or changes in dietary habits brought about by differences in the way food is produced, delivered, and eaten in recent decades.

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Open for Business

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Do they have any dietary restrictions? For example, you might notice that a particular guest always books a table for two on Friday nights. That’s interesting, but it becomes truly useful when you combine it with other information. Do they always order the same bottle of wine? Have they ever mentioned a birthday or anniversary?

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Squirrel Systems

OCTOBER 19, 2023

When a server engages in a conversation with the customer, they can gather information about dietary restrictions, likes, dislikes, allergies, and special requests. This information is then used to tailor the dining experience to the customer’s liking.

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Ken Burgin

JUNE 6, 2023

Special Dietary Needs: Design training material covering different dietary requirements, such as vegan, gluten-free, and allergen-free cooking, to cater to a diverse customer base. Menu Knowledge: Utilise ChatGPT to test chefs’ knowledge of the restaurant’s menu, the ingredients of each dish, and the preparation process.

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The Rail

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Additionally, dietary restrictions and cultural food practices, such as religious or ethical guidelines, can influence food choices. Begin by analyzing popular regional and local dishes, ingredients, and flavors that define the region's culinary identity.

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