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Customer Experience in the Restaurant Industry: Reflections and Predictions through an AI Lens

Modern Restaurant Management

The restaurant experience was once solely comprised of human-to-human, in-person experiences. Fast food and food delivery gradually began changing that equation. Then, in 2020, we saw the restaurant industry go through a major digital upheaval, spurred by the COVID-19 pandemic. The goal was to get this process down to one hour, or less.

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From Clutter to Connection: How Regional Tastes Drive Brand Success

Modern Restaurant Management

This approach entices guests to explore their palates or reminisce on familiar flavors, turning a simple dining experience into an emotional journey that encourages guests to return time and time again. It has become common in the American dining scene to see restaurants categorized into specialty niches.

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Overlooked Traits When Hiring Restaurant Managers

Modern Restaurant Management

A manager who focuses on customer satisfaction ensures that every part of the restaurant is tailored to enhance the dining experience of everyone. However, many traits exist that often go overlooked in the hiring process impacting the success of a restaurant. This trait goes beyond just taking care of complaints and various problems.

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Emerging Trends in Healthy Foods and Restaurant Concepts

Goliath Consulting

Options like chickpea, almond, and coconut flours not only cater to dietary restrictions but also deliver powerful nutritional benefits. Pop-Up Restaurants Pop-up dining experiences are a natural fit for showcasing health trends. Below are some of the most compelling trends and concepts driving the industry forward.

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Turning Pain Points into Strengths: How to Create a 360-Degree Dining Experience

Modern Restaurant Management

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. It’s dining, on demand. Table Turns: Guests Have the Remote Control.

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Prepping for Off-Premise: Navigating Potential Restaurant Reclosures 

Modern Restaurant Management

Hospitality operators can take steps now to not only ensure an easier transition but also maintain revenue streams and guest loyalty even if on-premise dining goes away. Many operators were able to pivot to delivery or pick-up offerings when dining rooms closed. Diversifying Revenue Streams. drive-thru, curbside pick-up, etc.).

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Customization is King – How to Juggle Customization and Efficiency

Modern Restaurant Management

And, with so many people following a wide range of dietary restrictions and lifestyles, many restaurants have started trying to offer “Create Your Own” options to a market that is growing in popularity. and ultimately, they still may need to alter it from the menu options set aside for those restrictions.