If you are planning to open a restaurant soon, you have undoubtedly considered a soft opening, but you may be wondering, “Is it right for my business?” Soft openings are an opportunity for a small group of invitees or special guests to enjoy your restaurant and everything it has to offer, before the general public. … Continue Reading »

When you are pinching pennies, or working with a small budget, it’s important to save as much as you can on equipment for a restaurant. But, it’s also important to weigh the pros and cons of the items you are purchasing. A used refrigerator may cost you less, but what will you be missing out … Continue Reading »

As we all know, the wrong seating options can take a good restaurant down.  Whether it be choosing the wrong types of seating or tables, or not leaving enough space for easy foot traffic, a well thought-out seating plan can make all the difference.  We’ve all been into a restaurant that just did not properly … Continue Reading »

Opening a new restaurant can be both exciting and overwhelming – the urge to fill every space with new top-of-the-line equipment can be stress inducing. There are many things you must consider when stocking your kitchen with high end commercial restaurant equipment; is it in your budget? Is it feasible? Will it be cost effective … Continue Reading »

A new app and payment system called “Tock,” created by Nick Kokonas, aims to make pre-paying for high-end restaurant reservations the norm in the coming year. The system that is already in place at two well known restaurants in the US (The French Laundry in California and Per Se in New York) is set to … Continue Reading »

Amazon has recently launched a trial run in Seattle, Washington of its new “Takeout and delivery” service. They won’t be actually preparing or delivering any food themselves, but will act as a middle man between local restaurants and interested customers. They’ll hire the drivers and bring the food to the customer for a nominal fee, … Continue Reading »

Did you know the idea for booth seating goes all the way back to the 18th century? This now commonplace seating arrangement was actually once quite controversial, believe it or not. Through the years, booths in restaurants have gone through quite a change and are now simply viewed as a comfortable, yet somewhat secluded way … Continue Reading »

When it comes to chairs for a restaurant, you really can’t go wrong with wood or metal options! They both are high quality materials that are great for creating beautiful, long lasting pieces, but each has their own benefits and drawbacks. Wood tends to provide a more classic, confined look, while metal feels more modern … Continue Reading »

It’s that time of year again – a time of joy, cheer, and of celebrating withdelicious food! During the holiday season, you want your restaurant to be the #1 place for parties, gatherings and family get-togethers. Your ultimate goal is to make your eatery as irresistible as possible to local diners, even if they’re strapped … Continue Reading »

You might have heard about this exciting new restaurant development in the news – the international chain restaurant, Outback Steakhouse, has introduced “Click-thru seating” and people are extremely excited about it!  What is click-thru restaurant seating? Well, it’s a program that allows guests to go online through their computer or mobile device and reserve a … Continue Reading »