The menu features sandwiches, burgers seafood, salads and desserts – all influenced by Netflix titles. Netflix has announced the opening of a new restaurant at the MGM Grand Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, US, offering meals inspired by Netflix shows and films. Located on the casino floor near the lobby entrance at 3799 Las… read more

The brand is sorting through a big plan to modernize its experience, elevate its menu, and connect with new generations while staying true to its nostalgic roots. One of the first things Cracker Barrel CEO Julie Masino learned when she took the job was the brand has a special place in people’s hearts. As she… read more

Food away from home prices grew at less than half the rate as grocery prices. Egg prices took off in January. Restaurant menu prices rose 0.2% in January, according to new federal data released on Wednesday, continuing a period of easing inflation for an industry struggling to get customer count growth. Menu price inflation last… read more

The restaurant experience was once solely comprised of human-to-human, in-person experiences. Fast food and food delivery gradually began changing that equation. Then, in 2020, we saw the restaurant industry go through a major digital upheaval, spurred by the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2022, with the introduction of ChatGPT, we saw restaurants – and just about everyother… read more

The key is to never settle for mediocrity. Operating a restaurant is a dynamic and rewarding venture, especially when equipped with the right strategies. According to the National Restaurant Association’s “State of the Industry” report, it is projected to reach an impressive $1.1 trillion in sales in 2024, a clear indication of a positive future…. read more

As physical and mental wellness takes center stage, progressive restaurants are stepping up to define the movement. January is not just a time for fresh starts and reinvigorated goals; The new calendar year often coincides with an increased focus on healthy eating. A 2024 study by Circana places wellness at the forefront of U.S. consumer… read more

As the restaurant industry moves into 2025, design is taking center stage as a key driver of guest experience, operational efficiency and brand storytelling. Today’s diners expect more than just good food—they seek environments that captivate, connect and surprise. Mintel’s 2024 Global Consumer Trend ‘Relationship Renaissance’ revealed that coming out of the pandemic, consumers expressed… read more

Opening a restaurant in competitive markets like South Florida is no easy task. Nearly 49 percent of restaurants fail within their first five years, and the 10-year survival rate is less than 35 percent, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. High rents, competition, and fees make it tough for new restaurants to stay… read more

As physical and mental wellness takes center stage, progressive restaurants are stepping up to define the movement. January is not just a time for fresh starts and reinvigorated goals; The new calendar year often coincides with an increased focus on healthy eating. A 2024 study by Circana places wellness at the forefront of U.S. consumer… read more

Price-conscious consumers are swapping restaurant desserts for less expensive homemade or store-bought treats. Menu prices have risen across the board, with add-ons and sides seeing the biggest increases. But dessert prices are up there, rising 3.2% year-over-year from 2023-2024, according to Technomic Ignite Menu data. That surge is pushing more restaurant customers to forego dessert… read more