We all know there are various different types of restaurants; fast food, café, bar, and more, but most don’t know the difference between these concepts. We thought we’d provide a refresher course for those a little confused by all the new-concept restaurants popping up all over the globe, let’s start with the easiest first: Fast … Continue Reading »

Each new year brings new trends to the restaurant business – last year it was kale and gluten free menu items, this year we can expect a slightly different offering of fares to bring the customers in. Continuing with the trend of health and environmental consciousness, restaurant owners will need to keep expanding their horizons … Continue Reading »

If you’ve gone to multiple restaurants within the last year, you’ve noticedthat a good many of them have added high top tables to their dining areas. It’s not quite clear where the trend started, but it seems pretty easy to see that people are eating it up. From your local bar to the most popular … Continue Reading »

You probably hear about restaurant trade shows or local festivals that invite you to come and share your food industry expertise with the general public, and you may ask yourself “why?” Trade shows can be a great benefit to a new or existing restaurant if you let them – the learning never stops in the … Continue Reading »

Location, location, location! In business, you’ll hear this phrase every single day. A location can make or break any venture; it can be the difference between success and barely getting by. For restaurateurs, it’s even more important than for any other business model out there. Choosing where to locate your restaurant is usually one of … Continue Reading »

We all know running a restaurant can be a daunting task, but ultimately a rewarding one—if you can keep things running efficiently and smoothly. There are a lot of tips out there to help you run your business and it’s up to you to pick and choose which tips work best for you. Not all … Continue Reading »

Now that you’ve purchased, or are about to purchase, new furniture for your restaurant, you’ll want to know how to keep it looking fresh and new. Firstly, the most important thing you can do, no matter which type of furniture, is to purchase a protection and cleaning plan to cover your investment should something happen. … Continue Reading »

In today’s high speed world, people want their food reasonably priced, and they want it fast! Thus, the biggest restaurant trend for 2015 is shaping up to be “fast-casual” dining. People are eating out more and more, and the ability to cook at home or wait a long time for food to be prepared is … Continue Reading »

You have undoubted heard the news that the new Food & Drug Administration regulations stating that restaurants with over 20 different locations must include calorie counts on their menus for all food items go into effect soon. And you’re probably asking yourself “how will this affect my business?” Well, for most small establishments, this rule … Continue Reading »

There are two kinds of restaurants in this world: Those that are kid-friendly and those that absolutely are not. There’s plenty of room in the market for both types! Some people like to go out to eat knowing there will not be any children screaming or running around during their quiet night out. Others want … Continue Reading »