Many potential restaurant owners have been left hanging because of COVID-19. Existing restaurants have struggled to keep their heads above the water. Starting a restaurant has simply been impossible. However, as we move towards an end to the crisis, you may be considering finally putting your plans into action. Unfortunately, chances are that you have […]
Restaurants
These States Have the Most Essential Businesses
A swath of the U.S. from the south Atlantic into the heartland has the greatest number of businesses deemed essential during a stay-at-home order. Nonessential businesses are now joining critical industries, opening their doors to the public for the first time in weeks as most state governors loosen COVID-19 restrictions. Although essential businesses vary by […]
How You Can Help Small Businesses Impacted by Covid-10
In the midst of the Coronavirus pandemic, small business owner Brittany Franey can be found standing in her driveway passing out food orders to the neighbors in her community. They, along with the rest of the world, have been quarantining in their homes for the last several weeks. Brittney and her husband, Craig, are part […]
The Small Business Owner’s Guide to Restaurant Financing
Running a restaurant can be hectic—and when it comes to maintaining positive cash flow, you might be feeling the heat. Business funding may be the answer to keeping things running smoothly. In this guide, we’ll explain: How you can put financing to use for your restaurant. Factors to consider when weighing your restaurant loan choices. […]
Restaurant Timekeeping, Scheduling, and Payroll
Running a restaurant sometimes feels like your hair is constantly aflame. Shift to shift, week to week, serving your customers takes hard work that often goes unseen (and maybe a little unappreciated, too). You don’t have a lot of time to make mistakes, especially when it comes to back-office tasks. Having smart tools that enhance […]
Restaurant Industry Trends: What to Adopt and What to Not
Establishing and running a restaurant in the 21st century is not what it used to be. Even in the last decade, the industry has undergone tremendous change. Restaurant owners must be ready to adapt as their customers become increasingly knowledgeable, dine out more frequently and expect higher standards and a faster service. With a growing […]
Top 5 Tips for New Restaurant Owners
Opening a new restaurant can be a challenge. There are so many things to consider, from hiring staff to writing a business plan. Check out some of the areas that the restaurant owner should focus on before opening their doors. Don’t Assume Your Business Will Boom Overnight Your patrons aren’t going to flock to your […]
Top 5 Tips for New Restaurant Owners
Opening a new restaurant can be a challenge. There are so many things to consider, from hiring staff to writing a business plan. Check out some of the areas that the restaurant owner should focus on before opening their doors. Don’t Assume Your Business Will Boom Overnight Your patrons aren’t going to flock to your […]
7 Easy Ways to Attract New Customers to Your Restaurant
As a restaurant owner, you have to be on the ball. The restaurant industry is extremely competitive, only an individual who is creative, proactive and innovative can keep a restaurant running. It goes beyond just having a great menu or keeping your prices down. You have to think out of the box, try unusual things, […]
A Brief Story of How the Wrong Restaurant Marketing Strategies Can Make Your Restaurant Unpopular
Since you surely follow restaurant marketing strategies that have been well thought out, naturally there’s no way your restaurant will fail. However, there are many bumps on your road to success and if you are not careful enough, chances are you might trip up. At the customer’s mercy All restaurant marketing strategies must apply one […]
