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Survey Says: Restaurateurs Are Making Expansion Plans

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Ninety-four percent of operators are planning some form of expansion and more than half of the 600 U.S full service restaurants surveyed plan to introduce catering services. Inventory : Generally, when food costs go up, operators will raise their menu prices by a small amount.

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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. Hawaiians are the best tippers.

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MRM Franchise Feed: Virtual BBQ and Pieology in China

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Six units throughout Irvine, Orange and Tustin. Two units in Los Angeles. “Since launching the franchise initiative in October 2019, we have been energized by the interest and excitement from experienced multi-unit operators who want to get involved with the brand,” said Bill Phelps, CEO of Dave’s Hot Chicken.

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MRM Franchise Feed: Kitchen of the Future, Restaurant Sherpas and Dunkin’ Hirin’

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Recognizing the varying needs of entrepreneurs that are seeking different levels of involvement in the day-to-day operations of a restaurant franchise, the Teriyaki Madness team developed Restaurant Sherpas as a solution for absentee and semi-absentee franchisees across the nation. ” Showing Support. . ” Coolgreens Markets.

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MRM Franchise Feed: Currying Up Favor and Committed Taco

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In the late 1980’s, Hattie Marie brought her culinary talents to the masses and opened a bakery/catering service, Pie Face Bakery. “Hattie Marie’s BBQ intends to bring the flavor and essence of South East Texas cooking to the entire United States through our recently created franchise opportunities.”

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MRM Franchise Feed: CPK in Canada and Real Famous BBQ

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ce is currently seeking experienced multi-unit operators to become a part of the growing brand and develop franchise territories in new markets throughout Houston, Dallas, Charlotte, North Carolina, Nashville, Tennessee, and Atlanta. . "For In 2019, Captain D’s achieved another year of comp sales and AUV growth.

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Fast-Casual Academia, Climatarian Menu and Ice Auction

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Rails is Olo’s solution that makes it easy for restaurant brands to publish their menus, prices, and location information on participating third-party marketplaces and apps in order to drive incremental sales, simplify workflows and manage orders in multiple places. For example, a salad with a carbon footprint of 0.41

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