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Pandemic Reflections: What Lessons Has the Restaurant Industry Learned?, Part Three

Modern Restaurant Management

Delivery/Takeout : COVID created a shift from in-person dining to takeout and delivery options, increasing reliance on third party delivery services, and on attractive takeout options. And outdoor dining, once more of an afterthought or a novelty, has become a more permanent and intentional part of restaurant design. more an hour.

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Expanding the Definition of Value

Modern Restaurant Management

." Among the key findings: Consumers crave interactive dining : 70 percent are interested in tasting events, 52 percent in private dinners with a chef, and 50 percent in cooking classes at restaurants. 90 percent of fine dining operators say in-person dining is key to their 2025 success.

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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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Decoding Digital Barriers in Restaurant Loyalty Initiatives

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Simplifying Loyalty Programs Efficiency in integrating loyalty programs can distinguish between successful and failed initiatives. Franchises need to ensure that loyalty programs are consistent across all locations. This means easy sign-ups, uncomplicated point systems, and a hassle-free redemption process.

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How to Find the Target Market for Your Restaurant

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Key customer factors that influence dining preferences, from demographics to behavior. These are the people most likely to dine with you based on factors like their age, income, dining preferences, and lifestyle. Climate & Seasonality: Does the weather impact what people order or when they dine out?

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How To Do Restaurant Week the Right Way

Modern Restaurant Management

Reach guests choosing to order-in by creating a Restaurant Week takeout menu—all you need is online ordering technology that enables you to pace and fulfill to-go orders while also serving a full dining room (providing you with two revenue streams). Attract and Retain Guests with a Loyalty Program.

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5 Essential Restaurant Customer Retention Strategies Every Operator Needs In 2025

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At this point, all it takes is one lousy dining experience to sever the connection you once had with a customer who potentially spent thousands of dollars at your restaurant every year. People love the feeling of being rewarded for their dedication, and a good program ensures they feel appreciated every time they visit.

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