10 Ways To Make Your Restaurant Stand Out From the Crowd

You’ve got a great location, good food, and a great atmosphere; now you just need to make sure your restaurant stands out. With so many choices for customers and so little time to spend on research before they make a choice, it can be hard to get noticed by potential customers who may not have…

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4 Innovative Ways to Grow Your Restaurant & Bar Business

The restaurant and bar business has seen a lot of transformations in the past few years. These transformations have been largely driven by the need for business owners to increase their revenue and offer services that meet the requirements of their customers. Technology is playing a crucial role in this as well. Today, there are…

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A Restauranteur’s Pandemic Survival Guide

Marlo Richardson, owner of Stage21 Bar and Lounge in Culver City, California, picked an incredible time to start a business. She opened the doors of her sports-centric lounge just as the COVID-19 pandemic was kicking into high gear. However, with savvy business moves and ideas, Marlo was able to mitigate any loss of business income…

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Opening a Restaurant? 3 Top Tips

If you’re a talented chef or you’re passionate about the hospitality industry, opening your own restaurant could be one of your major ambitions. As well as getting the opportunity to be your own boss, starting a restaurant can be a fantastic way to become an integral part of your local community. Royalty-free image Of course,…

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Everything You Need to Know About Food Franchises

Many of the people who choose to franchise in the food industry already have experience working in and operating restaurants. But owning your own piece of the food industry is different than working in someone else’s restaurant or retailer. It’s important to understand the food franchise industry before you make your franchising decision. 37% of…

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How To Start Your Restaurant On A Low Budget

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…

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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…

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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…

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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.…

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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…

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