EATER

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

He opened the buzzy 15-seat Brooklyn restaurant, one of Eater’s Best New Restaurants of 2022 , after winning the city over with a dinner series called Iya Eba in the late summer of 2020. “I Wara can be found in the north and north-central areas of Nigeria, the latter of which is the region veteran chef Ayo Balogun hails from. It’s important.”

Fine Dining 134

Fine Dining Fast Casual Dine-in Presentation 134

7 Shifts

JUNE 4, 2021

For fine dining, around 30 percent. Whereas a bakery or pizzeria's most costly ingredients maybe cheese or chocolate, a fine-dining restaurant's could be shellfish and top-of-the-line beef. For table turnover rate, you need the following information: Number of parties served in a given period. Sales per labor hour.

Point of Sale 416

Point of Sale Inventory Employee Relations Customer Service 416

7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Make all touchpoints of your restaurant feel like the cool, casual, fusion, or fine dining establishment it is. Maybe it's how you cook or serve the food, like at Benihana. Or maybe it's unique to your area—like being the only fine dining spot in town. Do they prefer takeout or dine-in?

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Seating Email Marketing Marketing SEO 221

7 Shifts

DECEMBER 16, 2020

The Snug is a bar-forward restaurant in San Francisco serving modern California comfort food, cocktails & craft beer offered in chic, comfortable quarters. Outdoor dining One way they evolved their operations was by taking advantage of San Francisco’s new shared spaces program to extend their dining outdoors in order to keep revenue up.

Back of House 284

Back of House FOH Front of House Point of Sale 284

7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Cummings is a lifer in the industry—a chef-restaurateur turned podcast host for Best Served Creative , where he interviews industry leaders and helps advocate for a better restaurant work environment. As part of his research for the book, co-author Carl Orsbourn took the driver's seat—of a DoorDash vehicle. Another way to do it?

Social Media 448

Social Media Hiring Website Management Hospitality 448

Culinary Cues

NOVEMBER 6, 2022

I have been impressed and disappointed in many from those exclusive fine dining establishments with food that should be admired for its beauty to greasy spoons with the best burgers you will ever find. I remember the twelve-seat operation in the French Quarter of New Orleans that served only gumbo, but man was it extraordinary.

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Food Truck Customer Service Customer Experience Food Supply 406

7 Shifts

OCTOBER 31, 2022

This section gives a high-level overview of the business you're looking to start: tell investors what your restaurant is all about, who your team is, and how you're going to serve the market. Speak to what sets you apart from the pack, what food you'll serve, the service style (fast-food, fast casual, fine dining, etc.)

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Point of Sale Back of House Document Download 397

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 7, 2020

In this edition of MRM News Bites, we feature the latest delivery platform consolidation, the release of PPP loan information and ServSafe Dining Commitment. Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz served as legal counsel to Uber. Morgan Securities LLC served as financial advisor and Latham & Watkins LLP as legal counsel to Postmates.

Mobile Ordering 192

Mobile Ordering Restaurant Law Seating Customer Service 192

Modern Restaurant Management

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Solo dining – a time dedicated to eating a meal alone at a sit-down restaurant – is an opportunity for diners to practice self care over a meal, whether that be by relaxing and reflecting at the end of a long day or even by engaging the mind with a book or catching up on the news. Just the “cover count.”

Customer Experience 180

Customer Experience Fine Dining Seating Catering 180

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 24, 2023

For example, the host stand was custom-built to allow for multiple people to operate the front of house simultaneously and the 3,000-bottle wine cellar rises two stories high and serves as the backdrop for the school’s wine appreciation class. All the furniture within the space is designed to be mobile and flexible.

Design 167

Design Fine Dining Front of House Seasonal Menu 167

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 11, 2020

Restaurant management software company Upserve and restaurant-architect William Duff speak here about evolving trends they are seeing and discussed some ways the dining experience might look and feel different as the new normal unfolds. Partnering a Fine Dining Experience with a Take-Out Option.

Fine Dining 188

Fine Dining Online Ordering Dine-in Take-out 188

Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 16, 2021

One of the fine dining operations that I consult with had a contest for selling the most chef specials, with the prize being that the chef would personally make the winner any item on the menu for dinner. Imagine you have a restaurant that seats 120 and you have only one bartender and one server to handle the front-of-the-house.

Front of House 208

Front of House Cash Management Back of House Hiring 208

Sling

NOVEMBER 11, 2019

Seating options. Means by which the food is served to the customer. 1) Fine Dining. Fine dining restaurants offer diners an upscale meal experience often comprising several courses (e.g., 2) Casual Dining. Decor is often unique and based on the type of food served. Preparation method.

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Fast Casual Fine Dining Food Truck Casual 104

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 20, 2022

The 1950s saw the birth of the first idealized vending machine , an enormous construction made of metal and glass that served thousands of city-dwellers each day and night. The machine served sandwiches, wine, and coffee, and was considered a great success. No waiters, just steaming plates and a glass door that's opened by a coin.

Mobile Ordering 215

Mobile Ordering Food Order Employee Relations Customer Service 215

Modern Restaurant Management

MARCH 25, 2021

Tech has taken its seat at the table – literally. Pay-at-the-table is becoming increasingly popular among restaurants of all levels – from quick-service and fast casual to fine dining, particularly as brands increase adoption, the technology and user experience continually improve. The Quintessential QR Comeback.

Customer Experience 197

Customer Experience Customer Service Point of Sale Fast Casual 197

Modern Restaurant Management

JULY 23, 2020

Sixty-two percent of respondents said both masks and gloves are important restaurant health measures for them to consider returning to indoor dining. For example, we’re seeing more video screens in kitchens to improve order accuracy in casual and fine restaurants, not just quick-service establishments. Takeout Takes Off.

Technology 206

Technology Kitchen Safety Food Safety Online Ordering 206

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 22, 2022

Different innovative payment methods are being leveraged to increase food services efficiency in fast-food joints to fine dining. Everything in restaurants is about speed: How quickly can they get customers in, out, and seat another table? In-app pre-ordering solutions to help with food waste.

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Technology Mobile Ordering Customer Service Food Order 197

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 22, 2020

As the largest rare wine retailer and wholesaler in the country, we work with fine dining restaurants all across the nation including many that are Michelin ranked, Wine Spectator Grand Award winners. It also may serve as a way to distinguish their operation from others. David Parker. How is Benchmark working with sommeliers?

Retail 164

Retail Seating Customer Service Supplies 164

EATER

JUNE 4, 2024

Say bonjour, always Whether it’s at the post office, a boutique, or a fine dining restaurant, say “bonjour” to every single person you interact with. For hotspots like Septime or Frenchie , you should call or check online weeks ahead; for more casual dining, call a day or even just a few hours in advance.

Fine Dining 122

Fine Dining Reservations Seating Online Ordering 122

Modern Restaurant Management

JUNE 30, 2023

Keeping brand integtrity, the interior featured a walk-up counter, digital menu boards and condensed seating/waiting areas with TVs. Burying this information in fine print at the bottom of the menu or not putting it anywhere at all can quickly drive customers away and become a social media nightmare in an instant.

Operations 179

Operations Mobile Ordering Customer Experience Online Ordering 179

Modern Restaurant Management

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020

Restaurant segments represented include fine dining, casual dine, fast casual, quick service restaurants and bars. While consumers are eager to return to restaurants, their health and safety concerns continue to hold them back, as 80 percent say they are either very or somewhat concerned about dining in a restaurant.

Fast Casual 203

Fast Casual Fine Dining Innovation Employee Relations 203

Modern Restaurant Management

MAY 21, 2020

If your customers expect you to offer a fine dining experience, they won’t be pleased to know that you’ve upturned your entire restaurant. Identify your most well-received dishes and continue to serve them. Also, depending on your local regulations, expand restaurant seating to ensure as much space as possible.

Social Media 215

Social Media Food Safety Cash Management Kitchen Safety 215

Restaurant Clicks

OCTOBER 9, 2021

Knight’s Steakhouse is a family-friendly, casual dining experience that is accessible to all budgets. I recommend trying a cup of Ray Knight’s famous chili to start, followed by the Chimichurri Hanger Steak, a 9 oz butcher cut that is char-grilled and sliced, topped with chimichurri sauce, and served with mashed potatoes and asparagus.

Fine Dining 148

Fine Dining Front of House Online Ordering Seasonal Menu 148

EATER

AUGUST 31, 2022

Any fine dining restaurant should look at this bathroom as aspirational.”. Justice asked her Instagram followers what they wanted to see at HAGS, and responses piled in: soft lighting, calming music, seat warmers. That’s what we mean when we say ‘fine dining,’” read the restaurant’s Instagram post.

Fine Dining 144

Fine Dining Brewery Kitchen Safety Small Business 144

Focus POS

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

Getting customers in the door is just the first step—you need to seat and serve them promptly and turn over tables as quickly as possible. How much space you have, the type of restaurant, and typical clientele will determine the best table layout, whether for romantic fine dining or family-friendly meals.

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Management Management Tip Distribution Point of Sale 106

Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

Vetting dining room, bar, and kitchen staff over the next decade will require probing more during job interviews, seeking candidates with more responsible lifestyles, advanced educational aspirations, and other evidence of a disciplined, drug-free work ethic will become even more of an HR imperative. Of course, people will always dine out.

Mobile Ordering 215

Mobile Ordering Front of House Customer Service Customer Experience 215

SpotOn

MAY 13, 2024

As the summer season approaches, bringing with it longer days and warmer weather, restaurants have a golden opportunity to welcome waves of customers looking for memorable dining experiences.  Upgrade your outdoor dining experience Summer is synonymous with outdoor dining.

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Seasonal Menu Outdoor Email Marketing Loyalty Program 98

Restaurant Clicks

SEPTEMBER 4, 2021

Pittsburgh’s cultural scene isn’t just about museums and theatres, but also includes a variety of excellent dining options. With everything from world-famous steakhouse chains to local treasures, you’re sure to have a special dining experience. They serve the finest cuts of aged USDA Prime beef seared to perfection.

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Seasonal Menu Fine Dining Front of House Back of House 147

Restaurant Clicks

DECEMBER 4, 2021

One particularly enticing prospect for a good time in Charlotte is to host a large gathering at one of Charlotte’s exquisite private dining restaurants. So, if you’re thinking of hosting your next work holiday party or special occasion soon, check out my list of the 15 best restaurants for private dining in Charlotte!

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Dine-in Website Management Fine Dining Book 117

Restaurant Clicks

DECEMBER 5, 2021

With huge numbers of people milling around the city, private dining venues are necessary for special occasions, wedding receptions, or work dinners. Restaurants with private dining areas are perfect for a birthday celebration or a work party. Check out the twenty-one best private dining Austin restaurants! Lamar Blvd.

Dine-in 111

Dine-in Fine Dining Website Management Book 111

Restaurant Clicks

DECEMBER 4, 2021

Plus, if you’re planning a romantic dinner for a special occasion, a holiday party, birthday, or other events, you’ll find some truly delicious restaurants for private dining in Denver. From private rooms and private chefs to secluded seating and enticing entrees, I’ve put together 15 of the best restaurants for private dining in Denver.

Dine-in 114

Dine-in Fine Dining Book Seasonal Menu 114

Restaurant Clicks

SEPTEMBER 19, 2021

It’s a relaxed restaurant serving Trinidadian classics. If you’re new to Caribbean cuisine’s Asian and African fusion, try their coconut jerk chicken with a side of loaded cassava fries (crispy cassava served with your choice of sauces: chadon beni, garlic sauce, tamarind sauce, or habanero aioli). You won’t regret it, I promise.

Seasonal Menu 148

Seasonal Menu Fine Dining Reservations Food Order 148

Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 20, 2023

The original design is a heavy timber replica of a six-beam Haida house—a traditional style of building by the Haida Tribe—which opened in 1939 as a Native American curio shop before serving as a restaurant space starting in 1945. That said, maximizing restaurant operations and efficiency is an important part of our work.

Back of House 167

Back of House Design Fine Dining Customer Experience 167

Restaurant Clicks

NOVEMBER 13, 2021

This is what fine dining looks like in Nashville. The Catbird Seat. View this post on Instagram A post shared by the catbird seat (@the_catbirdseat). Named after a famous story from 1942 by James Thurber, The Catbird Seat is perennially one of the hottest restaurants in Nashville. Make a Reservation.

Back of House 121

Back of House Reservations Fine Dining Online Ordering 121

Restaurant Engine

DECEMBER 23, 2020

Using online table reservations help you seat everyone at a safe distance while staggering your diners’ arrival times. 3: Enhance Outdoor Dining. Another tip for restaurant success includes refining your al fresco dining options. Even after the pandemic, outdoor dining is sure to stay popular. People like being outside.

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2021 Online Ordering Fine Dining Mobile Ordering 111

Cheetah

JUNE 15, 2021

We hope their stories in this Year in Review will serve to inspire restaurants all over the Bay Area. Alternatively, you can require all guests to wear masks when not seated. If you do decide to verify vaccinations, provide signed information about the official requirements and allow guests to self-attest prior to being seated.

Back of House 148

Back of House Small Business Catering Fine Dining 148

Restaurant Clicks

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

It’s also the perfect place for a private dining experience. Whether you’re planning a birthday, anniversary, or corporate dinner, Fort Worth has expansive restaurants and fantastic hospitality to make private dining unforgettable. Best Private Dining Restaurants in Fort Worth. Check out our list below! Check out our list below!

Fine Dining 106

Fine Dining Front of House Back of House Reservations 106