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Survey Says: Restaurateurs Are Making Expansion Plans

Modern Restaurant Management

Will 2024 be a comeback year for restaurants? Despite challenges including inventory costs, commission fees and staff turnover, many restaurant owners are expressing optimism about moving forward, according to TouchBistro’s 2024 State of Restaurants Report. full service restaurants surveyed plan to introduce catering services.

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MRM Research Roundup: Catering, Kiosks, Tipping and Dry January

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In this edition of MRM Research Roundup, we feature news about an influx of catering orders, the topic of tipping, the rise of kiosks and affordable Michelin restaurants. Among the highlights: On or Off Prem Same-store catering transactions increased +71 percent in Q4 2023 compared to Q4 2022.

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MRM Franchise Feed: Wing Zone Revitalization and Real Food BK

Modern Restaurant Management

As a significant number of our franchisees have chosen to sign on as multi-unit operators, there’s no doubt that Dog Haus is poised for incredible growth.” The new Salata will offer online ordering with both pickup and delivery available for fans on the go, as well as dine-in and catering. Arlington, TX.

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