There’s nothing like a summer night filled with great people, delicious food, and cool drinks. But what happens when your restaurant isn’t just competing with neighboring establishments for summertime diners, but also with guests’ own backyards? Here are some suggestions for restaurant owners looking to lure customers away from at-home barbeques and into their establishments.
Is Your Restaurant Ready for the Summer Rush?
Summertime is the busiest season of the year for many restaurant owners. How your restaurant performs during the critical summer months can often mean the difference between ending the year in the black, or in the red. So, how do you attract more customers eager to celebrate summer by dining out without investing in pricey
Dine In, Delivery, and Takeout
Customer tastes are evolving and changing. While some consumers still prefer the full-service experience of dining in a restaurant, a growing number are developing a taste for delivery or takeout. In fact, online ordering spend is growing 300% faster than on-premise spend. It’s important for restaurant owners to understand how to meet the expectations of
Restaurant Trends in 2020
Restaurant sales grew by more than 3 percent between 2018 and 2019, and that growth is expected to continue as we enter the new decade. In order to keep up with growing customer demand, there are several trends restaurant owners will want to keep up on, including: The demand for more plant-based options The rise
Tips for Successfully Adopting Menu Trends
Staying on top of the latest ingredient, food, and drink crazes can sometimes feel like a full-time job. As a restaurant owner, how can you be sure you’re jumping on trends that will be the next big thing, and not ones doomed to quickly fizzle out? Here are a few tips on how to research
Keep Them Loyal: Strategically Onboard Your Employees for Operational Success
What can a restaurateur do to ensure employee loyalty? Research shows that employees often decide within the first three weeks whether or not to stay. As much as 22% of employee turnover happens in the first 45 days. Maintaining a good, loyal staff is challenging With unemployment at a record low, finding and keeping good,
How Your Restaurant Can Plan for the Holidays and Improve Profits
The holiday season can add up to big business and profits for restaurants, but it can also mean additional complications when it comes to planning ahead and managing the holiday schedule. Here are a few tips and ideas for how restaurant and bar owners can ensure the holiday season runs smoothly for guests and employees,
How to Make the Most of the Holiday Rush
There’s a good chance your restaurant is about to get super busy for the holidays. But are you ready? We have compiled 12 quick tips designed to drive more profit and keep your restaurant running smoothly when customers start looking for a place to celebrate this season, focusing on: Menu Operations Staffing Marketing Download this
How to Balance the Challenges and Opportunities of Off-Premise Dining
The demand for food delivery and takeout is projected to increase by double digits annually for the next five years. This presents an opportunity for restaurateurs to attract new customers and increase sales. However, there are also challenges to overcome to deliver food safely and efficiently In this e-book, we offer tips on how you
Antonucci’s Delights Guests with Fresh Italian Classics Served with a Side of Football
Antonucci’s inspires restaurant loyalty in local Mission Viejo, California, guests with its combination of Italian comfort food and fresh seafood. Many customers have been visiting the restaurant for decades. But, current owner Bob Canori’s roots are not in the foodservice industry. He spent the first 30 years of his career working in the corporate
