Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 31, 2024

This final edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup for 2024 features news of operator challenges and priorities, delivery trends, wages and hourly worker considerations. Franchise 2.0: It turns out they might be heading to their nearest 7-11.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 7, 2021

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. Randy’s Donuts began franchising domestically in the summer of 2019. Randy's Donuts Plans Aggressive Expansion. In total, 165 stores are set to open.

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Goliath Consulting

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

With all the trouble the pandemic has given the restaurant industry these past couple months, you might be surprised to hear that restaurant franchising opportunities have never been stronger. Up-and-coming restaurants like Fajita Pete recently announced it will triple locations from their new franchise deals (2). UNSTABLE WORKFORCE.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 26, 2021

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. Flynn now owns and operates a combined total of 2,355 quick-service, fast casual and casual dining restaurants, generating $3.5

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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. In addition to virtual kitchens meeting lower labor costs, they also offer a fast-track to opening, with a location able to begin serving in just one month.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 12, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. Send news to Barbara Castiglia at bcastiglia@modernrestaurantmanagement.com. ” Taffer's Tavern Inks Multi-Unit Deal. metro area.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 22, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. The new formats come on the heels of a major multi-unit franchise development strategy announced last month that is set to grow the brand to 2,000 units.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 6, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. ” Samira Shariff brings nearly 40 years of experience building successful restaurant brands in Alberta as a multi-unit franchise owner and operator in Edmonton.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 17, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. Curry Up Now will be the first restaurant is L2V’s portfolio and the investment will support the rapid growth and expansion of both corporate and franchised locations. "We

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 13, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. Moe's Franchise Transfer Complete. The revenue-based incentives come from a combination of reduced royalties and initial franchise fees. GFG Expanding.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

In a statement, the owner and operator of 39 domestic restaurants in the casual dining chain, says its expects to use the time and legal protections made available through the Chapter 11 restructuring process to allow the company to explore strategic alternatives in order to ensure the long-term viability of the brand. "The

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. ” Taco John’s Launches Aggressive Franchising Initiative. All of the elements are in place for aggressive franchise growth.”

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 26, 2023

In other encouraging news, franchise operators believe that, although most restaurants are not fully staffed, the labor situation has stabilized. Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked Cristin O’Hara, Managing Director and Head of Restaurant Group at Bank of America, to elaborate on some of findings.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 2, 2024

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry experts for their views on what trends and challenges owners and operators can expect to see in 2024. As the demand for robotics increases, solutions like franchising and bringing robots closer to home will augment market growth and penetration.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 12, 2024

The Ori’Zaba team told Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine they watched people walk in and have a physical reaction to the three pricing tiers. To reduce menu confusion and minimize price sensitivity, Ori’Zaba’s Scratch Mexican Grill recently rolled-out a rengineered and easier-to-read menu. percent and 2.3

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Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 12, 2023

This attention to detail has been rewarded with a 75-percent customer return rate at the fine fast-casual brand. Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine reached out to Jacquet to learn more. Jacquet now want his franchisees to learn from his example and keep conne[link] to their customers and community.

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. Coolgreens just turned 10 and is looking towards its future: the company has a goal of opening a total of 150 corporate and franchise locations within the next five years.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 12, 2019

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. Tropical Smoothie Cafe signed two multi-unit franchise agreements to develop 38 new cafes across the state of Colorado, including a 27-unit deal and an 11-unit deal. . "My

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Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. Chicken Salad Chick has 137 locations throughout 16 states predominantly in the Southeast and is a leading fast-casual restaurant company.

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Goliath Consulting

JUNE 15, 2021

Meanwhile, sales at cafes, fast-food restaurants, coffee shops, and casual-dining establishments fell by 27 percent. Suppliers have trouble finding enough personnel, and fast food restaurants’ “chicken sandwich wars” have pushed demand even higher. Communication. Conclusion.

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Modern Restaurant Management

OCTOBER 17, 2019

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. MOD Super Fast Pizza Holdings, LLC expanded its development agreement with Best Pizza, LLC, their exclusive franchisee in Colorado. New App for Wahlburgers. top photo.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 17, 2020

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features consumers' dining desires, the power of personalization and the untapped opportunity in localized marketing. Quick service and fast casual segments continue outperforming full-service restaurants by a very wide margin.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 15, 2020

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features Grubhub's State of the Plate 2020 trend report, the fragility of "open," di g ital resilience and brand intimacy. The fast food industry is also giving back during the pandemic. Financial Trends Insights.

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry movers and shakers: "What do you feel is going to cause disruption in the restaurant industry over the next decade?” Technology-enabled franchises are better positioned to continually evolve to meet guests’ changing expectations.

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Mobile Ordering Front of House Customer Service Customer Experience 540

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry insiders for their perspection on 2020: What lessons did you learn and what do you feel the restaurant industry learned this year? Ross Franklin, CEO and Founder of Pure Green Franchise. Here are their responses. Click here for part two.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 8, 2024

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry experts for their views on what trends and challenges owners and operators can expect to see in 2024. This trend reflects the growing popularity of drive-thru and fast-casual dining, coupled with the demand for digital technologies such as QSR digital signage and QR codes.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 6, 2024

It’s no great surprise to say QSR and fast casual restaurants can be considered among the most energy-intensive commercial building types making it increasingly challenging for operators to balance the goals of efficiency, profitability and sustainability.

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Sustainability Customer Service Fast Casual Technology 277

Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry insiders for their views on trends. Brooklyn Dumpling House just opened and they're already franchising the idea. Concepts that captured strong market share like fast casual chains will continue to outpace growth in full service locations.

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2022 Food Supply Back of House Kitchen Safety 451

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 4, 2019

Please send plant-based news to Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Barbara Castiglia at bcastiglia@modernrestaurantmanagement.com. “The restaurant scene was the natural next step for Meatless Farm following our fast-growth in grocery stores across the globe. Meatless Farm Goes to Restaurant Tables.

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Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 7, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's People & Places column features news of company hires and promotions, charitable efforts and product introductions. With a modern look, designed to perfectly fit small spaces in quick service and fast casual restaurants, the napkin system saves restaurant operators both time and space.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 13, 2019

HOP® Restaurants announced plans to launch Flip’d by IHOP™, a new fast-casual concept in the U.S., “In looking at what exists today in terms of fresh, fast menu options — particularly at breakfast — there’s still tremendous opportunity for growth,” said Jay Johns, President of IHOP.

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Mobile Ordering Catering POS Customer Experience 251

The Restaurant Times

JULY 6, 2023

Famous Brands International with approximately 900 franchised restaurants in over 30 countries and as President of Office Evolution, a high-growth franchise brand in the shared workspace sector. If these guidelines are not in place, a business may struggle to franchise successfully.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 22, 2021

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Franchise Feed offers a glimpse at what's new in the restaurant franchise and MUFSO environment. Dave’s Hot Chicken is spicing up its 2021 franchise development strategy. Two of the nine franchise locations in Mexico are slated to open in 2021.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 27, 2020

This is a game changer in quick-serve and fast casual restaurants." He was most recently general manager of Betony, which was Esquire Magazine’s Restaurant of the Year in 2013. It syncs with existing restaurant POS systems to make onboarding fast and convenient. Enhances marketing efforts. ? Guest-led service.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 31, 2020

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features an economic report from Yelp, super Super Bowl stats, delivery trends, megatrends, best cities for BBQ and top venues. Fast-food restaurants also took a hit, down 1.5 Fast-food meals represented 12 percent of total calories consumed.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 28, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry experts for their opinions on what we can expect in 2021. According to research from Technomic , 40 percent of Americans took advantage of takeout and curbside delivery (at both fast casual and dine-in) during the pandemic. Here are their responses.

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Modern Restaurant Management

DECEMBER 28, 2020

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry experts for their opinions on what we can expect in 2021. I see flat-fee QSR, hybrid or fast casual restaurants with fixed-price approachable menus of typically unattainable offerings, such as Burger Lobster (lobster) and Sugarfish (sushi, omakase) becoming more popular.

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