Why You Should Get Your Restaurant On TikTok
By this point, whether you’re just opening your restaurant or you’ve had yours open for decades, you probably know you need an online presence. You’ve been told over and over again that you need to be on social media. You know you only have time for one social media account, so which do you pick? […]
Why Restaurant Staffing Is So Important
Restaurant hiring is really hard, and the staffing problems are affecting everyone. In spite of increases to salaries, it is still nearly impossible to find and keep a full staff. According to a recent survey from the National Restaurant Association, 2 in 3 restaurants are understaffed. Of those, 1 in 5 are more than 20% […]
How Do I Promote My Restaurant on Social Media? 6 Tips for Restaurant Posts in 2023
By now, you have probably accepted that social media isn’t going away. In fact, it’s crucial for communicating with customers, showcasing your menu, and attracting future customers. You may have a social media account set up. You may have followers and subscribers to your accounts. You may not even know how to begin. Looking for […]
How Do You Create a Marketing Strategy For a Restaurant?
Is it worth advertising on television? Radio? Do people read newspaper ads anymore? Do I need to advertise my restaurant online, and if so, where? Google? Social media? Where should I even begin? If you’ve asked yourself any of these questions, you’re not alone. It’s also a great sign that you’re putting a lot of […]
Start 2023 Off Right! 6 Tips for the New Year
It’s 2023, and it’s time to get ready for a new year full of successes! Here are 6 tips to help you get started: Kill it on social media. Being on social media is crucial. When people are looking for your business, they will expect to see you, at least on Facebook and Instagram, but […]
Conditions Restaurant Owners Are Facing Right Now
According to a recent survey by the National Restaurant Association, steeply rising costs and staffing issues are wreaking havoc on the entire food industry. This, of course, isn’t news to most people. The pandemic, inflation, and other ongoing disturbances to “normal” life have caused drastic changes in what, when, where, and how people are eating, […]
How to Set Up a Business Number for Your Restaurant
When you’re getting started in the restaurant industry, you’re going to need a phone number for everything from sourcing equipment and food to communicating directly with your customers. Because of this, it’s necessary to get this step handled as early on as possible, preferably well before you open your doors for business. First, you’ll want […]
The Top 6 Things To Do After Opening a Restaurant
You did it! Whether you had a soft opening or a grand opening (or both), your restaurant is open, staffed, and ready for business. You’ve got your equipment, menu, policies, and food. You’re ready to succeed as a restaurateur. You may think you’re all prepared for the future, but there is still a lot to […]
The Top 5 Things To Do Before Opening A Restaurant
No matter how prepared you think you are for opening your first restaurant, you probably will be surprised at how many things you didn’t plan for. If you’ve gotten your business registered, found a location, and are getting ready for opening day, here are some tips to think about before you open those doors to […]
5 Low-Cost Advertising Methods for Your Restaurant
Along with last week’s article about ways to advertise your restaurant for free, this week we are adding five low-cost investments to advertise your restaurant that are worth it. Some of these methods are more expensive than others, but there are ways you can keep costs down and still find success. First, do community outreach. […]