Profitability & Cost Control

The Psychology of Strong Menu Design Is Simpler Than You Think

The best menus will appear to the customer as effortless and comforting as excellent service. Here's how to improve yours, without tricks.

How to Choose a Restaurant Location That Maximizes Profits

Location plays a central role in nearly any restaurant business plan. We break down what to weigh when choosing a restaurant location.

Exploring New Revenue Streams to Increase Restaurant Profitability

Increase restaurant sales and attract loyal customers by getting creative and trying out new revenue streams for your restaurant business.

How to Calculate Food Cost for Your Restaurant: Percentages & Formulas

A complete guide on how to calculate restaurant food costs and why it’s so important for independent restaurant owners and operators to track.

How Much Does It Cost to Start a Restaurant? Tips & Checklist

So you want to start a restaurant? This is everything you need to know about how to ge your new bar, eatery, food truck or cafe off the ground.

How Much Do Restaurants Pay? A Breakdown of Restaurant Salaries

Using the latest available figures from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, we lay out restaurant salaries for roles like server, manager, and chef.

What Are the Benefits of Online Ordering for Your Restaurant?

There’s never been a better time to start offering delivery or to-go options for your restaurant. Here’s a complete guide for restaurant managers on how to get started.

Airtab’s Michael Dagen Interview on How to Upsell Alcohol

An interview with Airtab's Chief Revenue Officer about the first-ever social drinking network.

This App is Helping Restaurants Monetize Food Surplus and Curb Food Waste

Global app Too Good to Go is helping restaurants profit from surplus and fight food waste in the process. Here’s how it works.

How to Calculate Restaurant Prime Cost, an Essential Number You Should Know

Your RPC won't solve all your problems, but knowing it week in and week out will help you identify and address them in real time.

What Will It Cost to Run Outdoor Propane Heaters This Winter?

The past year played havoc on gas prices, so it's natural to wonder whether you can afford to keep your restaurant patio toasty in the cold months.

How Much Does It Actually Cost To Start a Restaurant?

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

How To Increase Your Restaurant’s Profit Margins

These are the typical margins restaurants should be aiming for.