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In fairness, they probably saved a ton of money on experts... The fastest and surest way to improve sales, margins, the guest experience, and brand relevance is through effective menu strategy. Menus are one of the most complex aspects of one of the most complex businesses in the world. Those who’ve made it past a slump have often done so by launching a new menu that revisits their brand’s DNA and purpose, in a way that honors the past, but ensures it continues to be relevant today and in the future. Every great restaurant turnaround has started with a menu — yet new menu launches are often relegated to junior teams and mired in committee consensus. The menu requires C-suite level attention (and budgets) and to be effective the starting point is quantitative to know what’s working and what’s not working, when, where are the bottlenecks, and where are the margins. Drive-thru performance has improved dramatically in recent years as a result of investments in industrial engineering, technology, and operational ingenuity. #restaurants #menu #QSR #drivethru

The Future of Commercial Kitchens: Embracing Hoodless Technology Discover why hoodless equipment is the next wave in the restaurant industry. Learn about the efficiency, flexibility, and cost-saving benefits of adopting hoodless technology. Explore how this innovation is revolutionizing commercial kitchens and why it's time to make the switch. #HoodlessTechnology #CommercialKitchens #CostSavings #EfficientEquipment #Innovation

With restaurant signage, you're trying to get customers in the door by getting them curious enough to find out what happens on the inside. Consider these questions: What can customers get at your restaurant that they can’t get anywhere else? How can you make your customers hungry? Are your signs visible to all kinds of customers? #restaurantmarketing #signage #customerexperience #branding #businessgrowth #EastWestSignGroup

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When it comes to your brand, every detail matters. 🧐 Just like in a restaurant where even the bathroom speaks volumes about the establishment, your touch points define the overall experience. Are you neglecting certain aspects that might be turning customers away? At Red Mallard, we believe in “Striving for Better,” ensuring every element of your brand receives the attention it deserves. Let’s discuss how we can elevate your brand to new heights. 🚀 https://bit.ly/3uyNno4 #brandstrategy #marketingsolutions #contentmarketing

#GuestSatisfaction Today, the starting point of marketing activities for #businesses that produce all kinds of goods and services is the customer. It is not #possible for businesses to produce goods or services without analyzing the #expectations, needs and desires of their #customers. Because today, a large number of goods and services are produced to meet the expectations, needs and wishes of customers and serve #similar purposes, and businesses that want to provide competitive advantage in this environment and thus maximize both their profits and their image have to try to understand their customers.    For this reason, whatever kind of goods or services are in question, businesses have to take into #account the thoughts and behaviors of their customers about their preferences. This is also true for restaurant businesses. #Restaurant businesses, whose number is increasing day by day, have to take into account the preferences of their customers in order to meet the expectations, #needs and demands of their customers, to #maintain their existence and to stand out in the #industry where there is intense competition. FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW FOR MORE; https://lnkd.in/ebvYMHr9

F.A.C.T.S. - traffic down 16% year-to-date -  the brand is losing market share to competitors. - Cracker Barrel is planning to invest $700 million over the next five years This investment aims to modernize the brand, enhance guest experiences, and drive long-term growth. Anyone looking to do the same, Rewards Network is here to support, if you'd like to discuss how the customers, data, financing, and loyalty programs we bring to restaurants can help combat the economic volatility being felt in the industry. We can absolutely help maintain consistent volume during those off-peak months… it’s what we do #incrementalgrowth. https://lnkd.in/esCXPX9x?

This was my lucky fortune at the best Chinese restaurant in Naples, the Golden Leaf. “Follow your own rules; you are the author of your own story.” Every choice you make is a chapter in your story. You are your own brand, so be intentional with your decisions and create a life that reflects your true values and vision. #beyou #choicesmatter #beintentional How are you creating your personal brand?

It was an unexpected treat to see the new Mercado González concept by Northgate Market featured in The New York Times yesterday.  While Mercado's success seems obvious now that the store is open and crowds of people roam through it daily, there was a time during the pandemic when the concept was just the seed of an idea with faint lines on sketch paper. It was a period when many "experts" declared that food delivery apps, click-and-collect, BOPIS, and curbside pickup would render physical stores obsolete, a relic of the past.  Did these prognostications get our attention? Certainly, but we begged to differ with their hypotheses that the future of food would be delivered to your door like office supplies. We believed that people who cared about good food would still want to go to the market, as they’ve done for the last 4000 years, to see, smell, touch, taste, hear, and meet the people making their handcrafted foods.  We believed that a well-designed store experience still had the power to convene people around the rituals and traditions of breaking bread together as a community. We believed people would want to indulge in the discovery, adventure, and exotic flavors of an authentic Mexican food experience.  But most of all, we believed in our client, Northgate Market. I’ve never met a more caring, hardworking, and humble family. Their courage, conviction, and stamina to carry this game-changing concept through the forest of industry doubt and across the finish line was remarkable to watch and be a part of as a collaborative team! Congratulations to Northgate Market and all the other contractors, consultants, and partners who made Mercado the masterpiece it is today! #grocerystores #supermarkets #foodretail #retail #innovation #storedesign FMI- The Food Industry Association National Grocers Association National Retail Federation ICSC Urban Land Institute The American Institute of Architects (AIA) AIA Los Angeles AIA California AIA North Carolina AIA Charlotte #topretailexpert RETHINK Retail

🍽️ New Mall Dining Trends: Say Goodbye to the Old, Welcome the New! 🛍️ As US malls undergo a transformation, bidding farewell to familiar names like Ruby Tuesday and Chili's’s, they're ushering in a new era of dining experiences. From Sushein - Conveyor Belt Sushi belts to craft-beer clubs and Korean barbecue joints, malls are embracing diverse cuisines and innovative concepts to entice visitors. 🌐 Changing Landscape: Traditionally the heart of American communities, malls faced challenges from the pandemic, over-development, and shifting consumer habits towards online shopping. Departure of anchor stores and chain restaurants like Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar signaled a shift in consumer preferences. Emerging Trends: Smaller regional chains like Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar, Gen Korean BBQ House, and Postino WineCafe, alongside global cuisines, are becoming mall staples. 'Eatertainment' concepts like Puttshack and Topgolf are extending dwell time, while Kura Revolving Sushi Bar offers a unique dining experience with rolling robots and interactive tabletops. 🚗 Drive-Thru Dominance: With quick-service giants like McDonald's’s and Chick-fil-A Restaurants-fil-A shuttering mall locations in favor of drive-thrus, the landscape is evolving. Drive-thru sales surged to $133 billion in 2022, indicating a shift towards convenience and profitability. 🛒 Implications for Malls: Food and beverage now play a pivotal role in mall strategies, replacing traditional anchors and drawing foot traffic. The share of mall space dedicated to dining has grown from 5% to 15-20%, reflecting its newfound importance. Challenges Ahead: While newer dining concepts offer promise, losing anchor eateries poses challenges. Mall landlords and analysts recognize the importance of balancing innovation with established favorites. 🍕 Looking Ahead: Gen Korean BBQ House exemplifies the shift towards experiential dining, offering a departure from conventional burger and pizza joints. As malls evolve to attract diverse dining options, the success of these ventures remains to be seen. In an era of culinary exploration and experiential dining, malls are reinventing themselves as vibrant hubs of gastronomic delight. While the road ahead may be uncertain, one thing is clear: the mall dining experience will never be the same again! By Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN #MallDining #FoodTrends #RestaurantIndustry #RetailRevolution #ConsumerHabits #Innovation #DriveThru #GastronomicDelight #ExperientialDining