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

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Many restaurant owners had believed they would be covered in the event of something like the pandemic, and found themselves without a safety net. Overall, the pandemic highlighted the vulnerabilities, margin issues, and lack of safety net to restaurants in a way the industry is still recovering from. – Pooja S.

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Restaurant Experts’ 2021 Outlook, Part Two

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A lot of retailers rushed to market in response to COVID-19 to provide mobile experiences that prioritized safety and contactless interactions. Chipotle recently announced its first digital-only restaurant called the Chipotle Digital Kitchen. Safety is paramount: Gone are the days of buffet style displays and bulk serving.

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Tyga Bites and Sushi with an Attitude

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We are offering restaurateurs the opportunity to operate a second brand within their existing brick and mortar location, increasing their bottom line by also becoming a virtual kitchen owner.” DeliverThat also released an extensive driver education program to ensure the level of quality and safety during current Covid-19 conditions.

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MRM Research Roundup: End-of-September 2020 Edition

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Most Important safety initiatives. Followed (not surprisingly) by restaurants and delivery drivers following proper safety protocols, price, and ease of ordering from the restaurant. 77 percent of restaurants and bars indicated that ensuring the health and safety of employees was their top concern. Broader SMB concerns.

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Easter Eat-In, Potbelly Pantry and #ThePlateFund

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This edition of MRM News Bites features the Independent Restaurant Coalition, Tripadvisor, Inspire Brands Foundation, WorkJam, EZ-Chow, US Foods, Potbelly Pantry, Just Salad, Zalat Pizza, Kentucky Fried Chicken, California Pizza Kitchen, Nando’s and Street Factory Media. ThePlateFund Provides Relief. Photo by Kathy Tran.

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MRM Franchise Feed: Opportunity is Barking and the Spirit of BBQ

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“Florida is an ideal market for us because there is an unmatched synergy between the sunshine state and our hometown of New Orleans, especially when it comes to tourism,” said David Mesa, Chief Development Officer for PJ’s Coffee of New Orleans. Grimaldi's Goes Virtual with Kitchen United. Thankful Thursdays.

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Restaurant Groups Are Flocking to Nashville

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A booming tourism industry has also led to the rise of “transportainment,” or party buses and pedal taverns packed with drunk bachelorette partyers , which are nearly universally despised by Nashvillians, leading to safety and traffic issues. This rapid expansion, of course, has not been without its growing pains.

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