How Much Does It Actually Cost To Start a Restaurant?

A financial breakdown of how much it actually costs to open a restaurant.

Restaurant Revitalization Fund Eligibility: How to Apply for Relief Money

The Restaurant Relief Fund will give billions to small restaurants to offset the effects of the pandemic. Here's how to get your share of the money.

Birthday Wishes for Your Customers: Easy Ways to Get People in the Door on Special Occasions

Many of the softwares you already use can help you wish your customers a happy birthday. But don't stop there — their big day is your restaurant's chance to shine.

What Is A Restaurant Group, And How To Start One

A guide to understanding what a restaurant group is how to go about launching one.

How to future-proof your restaurant for the next downturn

How to future-proof your restaurant for the next downturn

Reopening Your Restaurant During The Pandemic? These Technologies Can Help

A guide to technology tools available to help reopen your restaurant safely after Covid-19.

Marketing Tips for First-Time Restaurant Owners

Discover simple, effective restaurant marketing strategies for first-time operators. Build buzz, attract guests, and grow your brand.

How to Make a Brochure for Your Restaurant on Google Docs

Design costs can be expensive, but you can make a free brochure for your restaurant using Google Docs. Here's how to get a professional-looking, printable template for free.

How to Start a Customer Loyalty Rewards Program for Your Restaurant

How to get your restaurant loyalty program up and running, to keep your customers coming back.

How to Host Virtual Cooking Classes, Happy Hours & Other Events for Your Restaurant

If you're looking for a way to bring your restaurant to your diners during the pandemic, try a virtual event.

The Best Restaurant Logos and Why You Need One

Your logo should resonate with your brand's personality. Here are seven that do, boldly.

The best restaurant business podcasts to listen to right now

For F&B storytelling in audio form, look no further than these podcasts about the restaurant industry.

How Restaurants Are Using Reservation & Waitlist Platforms to Improve Safety During the Pandemic

Reservation and waitlist systems were always important, but they’ve scaled new heights thanks to the many protocols in place during the pandemic.

How To Increase Your Restaurant’s Profit Margins

These are the typical margins restaurants should be aiming for.

How to Write a Restaurant Business Plan

Restaurants can be deceptively complex operations, and require a lot of different systems in place. A good business plan will help you think things through before you take the leap.

Working with food #influencers: how to actually get value out of your social media partners

We’ve scoured the internet and leveraged our relationships with restaurateurs and marketers to bring you this guide on getting the most out of an influencer partnership, without getting fleeced for free food and booze in the process. 

A guide to human resources for restaurant operators

What every restaurant operator needs to know about the roles and uses of human resources.

Franchise Fees For Popular Fast-Food Restaurants In 2020

It’s important to understand not only the upfront costs, but also every fee that comes with owning a franchise.

How This Restaurant is Changing Up Operations with a Group-Run Kitchen

Heirloom owner Meghan Lee shares why she chose to transition her operations from one executive chef to a kitchen run by seven kitchen staff.

TikTok Partners with Virtual Dining Concepts to Launch Ghost Kitchens Nationwide

Choose delivery platforms, POS systems, and more of the best restaurant technology out there with advice from our community of independent restaurateurs.