It’s easy for restaurant owners to become discouraged right now, but this has never been an industry for the faint of heart. The restaurant industry often has endured tough times, and from my perspective, the pandemic has changed our way of doing business. The coronavirus has forced business owners to innovate on the fly, and…
It’s no secret that the restaurant world has faced some unprecedented challenges this year. With the emergence of Covid-19, the restaurant has felt all of the repercussions of the various stages of lockdown and quarantine and the financial recession that has resulted from all of it. Still, for many folks who were well-imbedded in the…
Effectively promoting a new restaurant requires a lot of creativity and a comprehensive marketing plan. We’ve lined up some strategies to help you make the most of your time and budget. Make a Grand Entrance You’ve put in all of the due diligence to get your business up and running, so Opening Day should be…
With frequent and sometimes lengthy stay-at-home orders put in place during 2020 due to Covid-19 restrictions, dine-in restaurant experiences were largely limited across the board, and meal delivery became a major staple in how Americans put dinner on the table. Since food delivery services have become an essential part of running a successful restaurant business,…
March is International Women’s Month. To honor our hardworking women, we are sharing the inspiring stories of our Team Members, Managers, and Franchisees. Franchisee Spotlight Last year was challenging for many of us, but we pulled through because together as a team, community, and a brand, we can do anything. During the few first month…
Food Truck Failure Rate vs. Restaurants: Reliable Low-Cost Options If you are considering opening a restaurant at a low cost that will make the most long-term financial sense for you, be sure to look beyond the trendy food truck and consider investing in a franchise. Food Truck Freeway If you’re thinking of opening a restaurant,…
The restaurant industry has long been at the forefront of new, cutting-edge technologies to boost sales while delivering convenience and ease of service. This past year brought on some unforeseen challenges, and the industry had to adapt quickly and effectively. With dine-in service still unavailable in many states, restaurant owners have changed how they operate…
The restaurant industry is constantly evolving. This past year has seen us face many unforeseeable challenges and adapt accordingly. Many of the lessons we’ve learned will continue to serve us well moving forward. Here’s how restaurant technology, delivery, and food service will continue to shift and grow in 2021 to meet customer demands. ONLINE…
The Fast-Casual Burger Market Entrepreneurs find it easy to understand the logic of entering the burger restaurant industry. The market size of the segment is $130 billion and is expected to grow by 0.6 percent in the United States in 2020. Looking beyond the end of the year, the fast casual restaurant market is estimated…
The Burger Business is Hot Entrepreneurs considering opening a burger restaurant are onto something. Foodservice industry research firm Datassential found that 85% of consumers love or like burgers, QSR Magazine reports. Furthermore, burgers outrank 99% of the thousands of other foods in Datassential’s FLAVOR database. It’s why the restaurant industry has produced so many brands…