Mastering the Startup: Essential Tips for Opening a New Restaurant Nearly 53,800 restaurants opened their doors last year. While the industry has proven its resilience and remains in demand throughout the year, not all establishments are sustainable over the long haul. What’s one of the most important aspects that can influence long-term success? Implementing a good […]
Successful restaurants do more than just sell food. They sell an experience, and this is closely tied to the restaurant concept. A restaurant concept is the overarching theme of the restaurant that covers its ambiance and decor, location, menu, service style, vibe, and culture. It may not come to you clearly at first, as a […]
Opening a New Restaurant The restaurant industry is a lucrative one. People love to eat out, and with the right concept, your new restaurant could be a success. But before you take the plunge and open up shop, there are a few things you need to consider. This blog post will outline some of the […]
So you want to start a restaurant? How prepared are you? Did you know that there are several aspects of opening a restaurant that need consideration for success? Location, competition, management and staff, and market statistics are just a few of the areas that can make or break a new restaurant. Location Location, location, location! […]
There are plenty of studies that will tell you that anywhere between 30 and 40 percent of the overall food supply in the U.S. ends up in landfills. According to a 2014 study, restaurant sector respondents reported approximately 84 percent of food waste was literally thrown away. The impact on profit The report estimates that […]
Millennials are the rising tide of the economy. This demographic, which ranges in age from 18 to 33 make up about one-fourth of the US population and spend approximately $1.3 trillion annually. Many marketers are vying for the attention of this group and for restaurateurs capturing their business is essential as millennials eat out more […]
Promoting economic expansion in the United States through E2 and EB 5 makes it easier for immigrants to achieve success in America. Breakthrough legislation created this immigrant investor program in 1990 to create jobs and to stimulate the American economy.
Let’s face it. When it comes to restaurant operations, in order to insure optimal success, restaurateurs must go beyond the typical physical amenities such as, menu design, kitchen and bar design, and the fine wine or craft beer list that will ultimately be offered in conjunction with your other dining complements. But just as important […]
No matter how hard you try, you will never win over everyone. Receiving negative reviews or feedback is unavoidable in any industry, but in the service industry it is extremely important that complaints are addressed. If handled properly, you will almost always be able to turn a bad experience into a good experience and you […]
Currently, the top marketing trend for restaurateurs involves the use of social media sites. Facebook of course heads the list of the top most popular and successful sites to advertise on. However, Google+ and Twitter have become equally as important. The key to making these sites work for you is in making a commitment to maintain […]
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