Restaurants are not just about the food; the service is a huge part of bringing people back. With a strong server staff that is happy, consistent and engaging to your patrons you will have a successful restaurant on your hands. So, how do you keep servers as model employees? We all know […]
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Whether you have a small coffee house, sports pub or somewhere in-between, it is important to recognize the different diners you may attract. Your restaurant may get traffic from casual family table seaters, or walk-in to goers. One patron archetype that is often overlooked is the bar stool patron. This visitor to your […]
Different restaurants bring in different clientele. It could be based on cuisine, location or entertainment. One of these groups of patrons are the trendy, organic, healthy and aware crowds. One of the things this group is conscious of, is not only what they are putting in their bodies, but appreciating their surroundings using […]
When looking for a place to dine, patrons are often focused on the menu and the overall look and feel of the restaurant. What they don’t notice, but is just as important, is the lighting and the ambiance it creates. Harsh lighting can make food and furniture seem dull and exposed. Low lighting […]
Sometimes restaurants have to follow the trends in eating. For example, eating healthy has been a huge trend that has continued to grow over the last decade. Menus are starting to include calorie and nutrition information so restaurant patrons can make informed, healthy choices. It doesn’t have to stop there. To help restaurant goers […]
Family dining can be both challenging and rewarding. When a family steps through your doors they want to enjoy good, healthy food and have their children entertained. As a restaurant owner, you want to keep the children contained. A restaurant can achieve both through interactive kid menus, interesting, playful environments and even playgrounds […]
Keeping the customer once they step foot in the door is the responsibility of good service, great food and a positive atmosphere. Getting people in the door in the first place is a battle won by your curb appeal. Whether your restaurant is in an area with high tourist traffic or a large […]
Colors are everywhere in a restaurant from napkins to walls. Picking the right color palette helps balance all the elements of your restaurant including the cuisine, style and ambiance. If you are creating an eastern atmosphere for example, you want to use vibrant yellows and reds to capture the spice and flavor of […]
Getting patrons through the doors is just the first step to a successful restaurant. Keeping them there, at the table, enjoying the experience is often underrated, but a strong lead towards referrals, repeat business and add-on items like drinks and dessert. The key to keeping patrons in the moment and savoring ever bite […]
The summer is full of sunbathers, swimmers, surfers and families taking in the rays. What do they all have in common? They need to eat! Appealing to these patrons will keep your sales hot throughout the summer months. You not only need the view, but you want your patrons to have very little […]