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‘Marketing Doesn’t Stop at Getting Customers in the Door’

Modern Restaurant Management

"Marketing doesn’t stop at getting guests in the door – it’s about building long-term relationships," Eng said. "Word They include: an intuitive website engaging social media presence personalized marketing efforts follow-up emails exclusive offers. ”

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2025 Outlook: Experts Weigh In on Restaurant Trends and Challenges, Part One

Modern Restaurant Management

Today, loyalty is evolving beyond traditional email campaigns into a fully integrated, 360-degree consumer strategy that aims to recognize and engage customers at every interaction with the brand. Thus, finding the right balance between maintaining high quality and keeping prices reasonable is crucial.

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How to Find the Target Market for Your Restaurant

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Understanding your target market is the foundation of making smart decisions for your menu, pricing, and overall guest experience. Without a well-defined target market, restaurants risk wasting resources on strategies that dont connect and menu offerings that dont selltrying to appeal to everyone, but standing out to no one.

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The Complete Guide to Online Ordering Systems for Restaurants

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In 2025, the US online food delivery market is expected to reach $424.9 Running your own online ordering system gives you complete control over pricing, promotions, and customer data, helping you maximize profits while still offering convenience. billion in revenue. While they do bring in orders, they also eat into your margins.

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7 Strategies To Increase Your Restaurant’s Average Order Volume (AOV)

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Heres how it works: Instead of pricing items individually, menus show a combined price that offers a slight discount compared to ordering each item separately. Prix Fixe Menu: A multi-course meal at a set price encourages guests to order more while offering an elevated dining experience. Why do bundles work?

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How To Use Restaurant Customer Data To Improve Your Business And Grow Sales

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Every online order, email sign up, and reward program interaction generates valuable insightsbut if that data just sits there, youre missing a major opportunity. When used strategically, customer data can help you personalize marketing, streamline operations, and create a better dining experience for your guests.

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How to Boost Diner Traffic and Increase Order Volume

ChowNow

Leverage Automated Email Marketing ChowNows Automated Email Marketing helps your restaurant bring customers back and increase orders with minimal effort. Email marketing is one of the most effective ways to stay top-of-mind with customers and remind them its time to order again from your restaurant.

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