A morning cup of coffee was once the norm for the average American. But now, the norm is three, maybe even four cups of coffee to get the day started. As the coffee industry continues to grow in 2023, consumers demand a higher level of convenience and quality when choosing their preferred drink. Coffee shops...
In a post-pandemic world shifting to more automated service, it’s especially important for restaurants to be able to separate themselves from the crowd online. But barbecue restaurants in particular face an interesting challenge as their reputation is based on authentic flavor and southern charm that can be hard to demonstrate or replicate in a digital...
Pizza is no doubt a tried and true favorite of restaurant goers, and that’s been especially true over the past few years. Pizza restaurant sales and the number of pizza restaurants have been on the rise for the past decade. And with dine in, takeout and delivery combined, sales reached over $46 billion in the...
Advertising by its nature is a visual medium, but with the proliferation of social media, the impact of photo and video really can’t be underestimated. As early as 2018, an estimated 84% of communication was visual, and it’s no surprise that video content generates the highest engagement of all online advertising. Video also has enormous...
Restaurant marketing is always changing, and when you have multiple locations, keeping up with how to best promote your restaurants can seem even more daunting. Today’s marketing trends lean towards local, with an emphasis on highly-targeted messaging. Here we break down a few local marketing must-dos plus other trends that will help you gain a...
Restaurant owners and marketers know more than anyone how important it is to form a strong relationship with customers. Creating shared values promotes brand loyalty and increases word of mouth. Cause marketing is one way restaurants can connect with their customers. As a branding strategy, cause marketing is on the rise and is becoming significantly...
Have you ever sat back and wondered, “Why are guests choosing my restaurant?” When it comes down to it, there are a multitude of options for eating out, and guests are looking for great taste and an even better experience. Details like restaurant design style, staff attitude, menu marketing and brand image work together to...
With more than 1 million restaurant locations in the United States in 2021, restaurant branding is now more critical than ever. Not only does having a strong brand identity help restaurants stand out in an extremely crowded market, but it also helps current and potential customers make deeper emotional connections with restaurants. This can translate...
The COVID-19 pandemic forced restaurants to make major changes, especially when it comes to their menus. And while some changes are temporary, some are most likely here to stay. At least for the foreseeable future. What will restaurant menus after COVID-19 look like? No one knows for certain. But the changes that have already happened...
