The Rail

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Leveraging engaging and authentic video content allows restaurants to showcase their menu offerings, build a recognizable brand identity, and create a loyal base of regulars and word-of-mouth referrals. Showcasing New Menu Items and Specials While many aspects of a restaurant shape the experience guests have, the most important is the menu.

Marketing 130

Marketing Serving Loyalty Program Social Media 130

7 Shifts

OCTOBER 1, 2024

60% of guests who have a positive experience are likely to dine at a restaurant more frequently. From creating a welcoming ambiance to offering unique menu items, let’s explore the ways you can refine your restaurant's customer experience in 2024. Moreover, the menu sets expectations for the dining experience.

Customer Experience 397

Customer Experience 2024 Customer Service Online Ordering 397

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 28, 2020

With so many amazing new dining and entertainment experiences emerging around the world, it feels good to be a part of that revolution and to bring something unique back to San Diego.” Hunter also has plans for a robust dining program in partnership with San Diego’s top restaurants and caterers.

Coaching 419

Coaching Point of Sale Customer Experience Retail 419

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

This edition of MRM Research Roundup features Canadian dining trends, American eating patterns, best and worst cities for burgers and pumpkin spice to the rescue. Dining Trends in Canada. Hiring Crisis Facts. That's because a whopping 85 percent of restaurant owners now report it’s very difficult to find the right help.

2021 447

2021 Retail Loyalty Program Online Ordering 447

The Rail

DECEMBER 17, 2024

It is possible to produce a distinctive seafood experience when using techniques such as ocean-to-table dining and interactive menus. Utilize Interactive Menus An interactive menu is a digitized menu that is designed to allow interaction and personalization for food selections.

Customer Experience 130

Customer Experience Seasonal Menu Dine-in Uniforms 130

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 31, 2024

Eating and Drinking Place Summer Employment Forecast According to the National Restaurant Association’s annual Eating and Drinking Place Summer Employment Forecast, restaurant operators will add 525,000 jobs for the summer season. This is the first time on record that demand has reached this level two summers in a row.

Online Ordering 391

Online Ordering Ordering Hiring 2024 391

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 28, 2021

The brand’s commitment to each guest service experience is the focal point of upcoming menu innovation, value-based choices, and a portfolio of new organic food and beverage educational content. Clean Juice Celebrates Franchisees. Clean Juice®, honored its franchise partners during its annual Juicey Awards event. million guests.

Franchising 474

Franchising Franchise Fast Casual Loyalty Program 474

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Additionally, as a result of the ongoing labor shortage, we anticipate more automated chatbots to support on-site team members and help streamline their work as well as operators looking for locations with smaller dine-in square footage in favor of adding more drive-thru lanes. Smaller menus in general. Here are their insights.

2022 450

2022 Food Supply Back of House Kitchen Safety 450

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 28, 2023

As travel season approaches, we anticipate seeing more people lean into making their vacation destinations feel more like home, with an increase in activities like cooking while traveling! Restaurant industry insiders offer their insights on F&B trends we can expect to see in 2024.

2024 474

2024 2023 Food Order 2013 474

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 27, 2020

With thousands of restaurants forced to close their dining rooms, and millions of Americans facing sudden unemployment, GroupRaise saw an opportunity to mobilize its 10,000+ restaurant partners along with their communities to offer those who are able a chance to support both local business and food distribution to at-risk families.

Food Safety 441

Food Safety Kitchen Safety Mobile Ordering Guest Recovery 441

EATER

MARCH 19, 2024

Yes, Balthazar and Jean-George still thrive, but French cuisine is no longer the be-all-end-all of fine dining. But look around and a certain nostalgia for the white tablecloths and frisée aux lardons of French dining is manifesting. A dinner at Petite Cerise in Washington, DC, which opened in March 2023. It isn’t even the be-some.

Food 321

Food Fine Dining Seasonal Menu Dine-in 321

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 14, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. Virtual Barbecue Pit. All locations will serve guests via delivery through a virtual kitchen facility. ” Dickey’s is now offering a franchise discount for existing Owners Operators. .

Franchise 474

Franchise Franchising Kitchen Safety Food Safety 474

7 Shifts

JULY 24, 2020

That’s why our teams—who specifically work to improve restaurant operations, performance, and staff happiness—have curated a 7-course menu of the best books about understanding restaurant management. So pull up a chair and take a deep dive into some of the most insightful and actionable tips from the best in the business. Goodreads: 4.09

Book 370

Book Management Management Restaurant Law 370

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

lines of business (Business Dining, Education, Healthcare Hospitality, Leisure, and Sports & Entertainment) beat the kitchen heat in sector championships to earn their spot in the national competition. Competitors have 30 minutes to create a menu, 4 hours for allotted cooking/service time, and 30 minutes for clean-up.

Delivery 322

Delivery Reservations Customer Experience Retail 322

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 21, 2022

Sourcing local ingredients and producing more in-season vegetable focused dishes help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and contributes to improving our carbon footprint. Working the season into the menus is another way to be mindful of the environment. Amy Brandwein, Chef Owner, Centrolina & Piccolina, Washington D.C.

Sustainability 450

Sustainability Waste Food Supply Recycling 450

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 6, 2020

We think CPK’s creative California vibe and innovative menu will resonate with Albertans and offer something completely new in the market.” We look forward to a successful partnership with the Shariffs and to welcoming our Canadian guests to dine with us in Edmonton in the coming months.” CPK Heads North.

Franchising 383

Franchising Franchise Fast Casual 2019 383

Restaurant Engine

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Not only do these special events bring in new people, but they may also help you gain back customers who havent dined with you in a while. You can host classes focused on any of the following: Chefs favorite dish A special cuisine Seasonal dishes How-to on cooking techniques for example, offer a class on the Sous Vide method.

Events 52

Events Specials Workshop Entertainment 52

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 3, 2020

The operating model and menu are adaptable to any environment with different options including kiosks and free-standing locations with a drive-thru, ranging from a few hundred square feet up to 2200 square feet. PJ's Hopes to Open 187 Locations Throughout Florida in Next 10 Years. Jacksonville: Up to 35 locations. Jessica Wescott.

Franchise 414

Franchise Franchising Catering Online Ordering 414

7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

Plus, happy employees are more productive, reducing wait times for guests, and more likely to make recommendations or upsell menu items. And while it makes for great entertainment, what's traditionally thought of as restaurant culture has real consequences for its employees. No one will deny it; working in a restaurant is tough.

Training 284

Training Sports Fine Dining 2017 284

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 16, 2019

Fine and Family Dining Hurt by Holiday Shift. The best performing segments during November were those whose sales are the most negatively affected by Thanksgiving: fast casual, upscale casual and casual dining. This was largely due to a favorable shift in the Thanksgiving holiday. Same-store sales growth was 1.6 percentage points.”

2019 322

2019 Compost Mobile Ordering Online Ordering 322

ChowNow

OCTOBER 2, 2024

The importance of social media on customers’ dining habits has only grown since sites like Facebook took off. The focus on photos and videos makes it easy to highlight your menu’s visual appeal, plus Instagram makes it easy to connect with diners. Instagram is the second most popular social media network behind Facebook.

Social Media 195

Social Media Marketing Entertainment Online Ordering 195

Sante

JANUARY 26, 2020

Ariete : Set in idyllic Coconut Grove, Chef/Owner Michael Beltran’s Ariete has established a name for itself as one Miami’s most dynamic restaurants, offering a contemporary menu of New American cuisine with Latin, particularly Cuban, influences. Kush photo credit: Gita Shonek. Photo credit: Brett Hufziger.

Dine-in 147

Dine-in Hotels Bar Fine Dining 147

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 9, 2020

With its delicious burgers and fresh proteins chargrilled over an open flame, The Habit Burger Grill offers consumers a diverse, California-style menu with premium ingredients at a Q.S.R.-like Brands, Inc. has agreed to acquire The Habit Restaurants, Inc., Gibbs, chief executive officer of Yum! and internationally. like value.

Fast Casual 282

Fast Casual Customer Service Online Ordering Employee Relations 282

SpotOn

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Gross sales are used to identify trends, seasonal shifts, and the impact of marketing campaigns. Joe Nicholson was a manager and tech consultant at one of the busiest restaurants in Sacramento, CA—Tower Cafe. Now, as a copywriter at SpotOn, he helps restaurant owners and managers learn how to run a more profitable operation.

Point of Sale 88

Point of Sale License Insurance POS 88

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 18, 2019

In this edition of MRM News Bites, we feature Winnow, Epic Burger, OneDine, Revenue Management Solutions, t he ONE Group Hospitality, McCain Foods, Epson America and Noble, Inspire Brands and 2nd Avenue Lighting. Winnow Raises $20M to Fight Food Waste. This follows a recent $8m loan from The European Investment Bank (EIB). ” Marc Zornes.

Waste 262

Waste Food Franchise Franchising 262

Future Food

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

From the rise of AI to the increasing popularity of experiential dining, businesses are adapting creatively to meet new consumer demands. Perhaps oddly and yet understandably, premium dining spending has increased… but only through average spend. Those who already treat themselves to high end dining experiences spend more.

Hospitality 78

Hospitality 2025 Food Back of House 78

Restaurant Clicks

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

New York City is one of the most iconic cities on earth in every possible way, whether it be historical, cultural, entertainment, architectural, or food. There are countless New York restaurants with group dining to accommodate large parties and restaurants with private dining for more intimate special occasions.

Dine-in 114

Dine-in Seasonal Menu Fine Dining Book 114

The Restaurant Group

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Introduction In the bustling world of dining, how to attract more guests to a restaurant is the secret sauce to success. Develop a Unique Dining Concept Understand Your Target Audience First things first, know your crowd. Understanding your audience helps in crafting a menu and ambiance that resonates with them.

Loyalty Program 78

Loyalty Program Customer Experience Social Media Customer Service 78

Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 17, 2020

Ingredients are clean and sourced from local vendors whenever possible, and the menu is designed to support vegan, gluten-free, and Halal diets in an effort to accommodate all guests, no matter their dietary preferences. Send news to Barbara Castiglia at bcastiglia@modernrestaurantmanagement.com. Curry Up Now Secures Investment. Select U.S.

Franchise 340

Franchise Franchising 2020 Leadership 340

7 Shifts

JULY 20, 2024

Through regular posts, you can remind people of your menu, special deals, and events you’re hosting. This glimpse into daily operations is entertaining and heartwarming, making customers feel like they, too, can expect the same level of service from the coffee shop.

Social Media 221

Social Media Customer Experience Seasonal Menu Customer Service 221

EATER

JANUARY 19, 2023

Natalie Nelson /Eater Into the 1980s, the heart of the California food revolution was also a hub of French fine dining. The produce should be fresh and seasonal, sourced from your city’s flagship farmers market. Instead, the season is a paean to pate. Why did the goat cheese and sundried tomatoes win?

Seasonal Menu 278

Seasonal Menu Back of House Fine Dining Dine-in 278

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

Allen comes to Checkers & Rally’s with a proven track record of success in the restaurant industry and deep expertise across brand strategy, menu and marketing, franchising, restaurant technology, and restaurant operations, among other disciplines. Send news to Barbara Castiglia at bcastiglia@modernrestaurantmanagement.com.

Franchise 305

Franchise Franchising Fast Casual Point of Sale 305

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

The final rule restores the joint-employer standard that the Board applied for several decades prior to the 2015 decision in Browning-Ferris, but with the greater precision, clarity, and detail that rulemaking allows. As a result, the final rule provides clear guidance in this significant area of the law. Kaplan and William J. Condado Tacos?,

Mobile Ordering 348

Mobile Ordering Front of House Customer Experience Back of House 348

EATER

MAY 5, 2021

The Most Magical Place on Earth amended nearly all its operations to safely accommodate guests in its four theme parks — the Magic Kingdom Park, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Epcot, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios, collectively known as the Walt Disney World Resort — when it reopened in July 2020 after an unprecedented 117-day closure.

Mobile Ordering 246

Mobile Ordering Hotels Reservations Outdoor 246

Restaurant Clicks

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Group dining is easily accommodated by private rooms in Indianapolis restaurants, making the city a great location to celebrate special occasions. Here are the seventeen best private dining Indianapolis restaurants! Best Private Dining in Indianapolis. Ocean Prime is a fine dining restaurant offering steaks and seafood.

Dine-in 117

Dine-in Specials Seasonal Menu Book 117

Future Food

DECEMBER 5, 2019

The evolution, financial viability & marketability of plant based menu options. Menu shapers will become seriously experimental with the flexitarian crowd in 2020. One-stop-shop for the complete hospitality experience; A) Cinemas are doing this by adding dining and craft bar lounges. Service Excellence at every price point.

Hospitality 145

Hospitality 2020 Food Point of Sale 145

Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 21, 2019

As the third largest city in North America, Toronto was a natural next destination for us – the entertainment, dining, and social scene has evolved immensely over the last decade, and the city is now seen as a trailblazer in the food industry. Plant Based World Comes to the UK in 2020. and Plant Based News. by CHLOE.'s

Retail 226

Retail Consumer Goods Point of Sale Innovation 226