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MRM Research Roundup: Year-End 2020 Edition

Modern Restaurant Management

This edition of MRM Research Roundup features top trends for 2020, how 2020 changed food and the year's top wines. BentoBox released its comprehensive 2020 Restaurant Trend Report. The most ordered menu item of 2020 came from South Carolina chain, New York City Pizza, and its “New York” thin-crust pizza.

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How Self-Serve Beverage Systems Are Shaping the Future of Restaurants

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Self-serve beverage systems. billion in 2020, with projections reaching a staggering $88.33 So, where does a self-serve beverage system fit into this landscape? This expedited ROI is a testament to the operational efficiencies, enhanced customer experiences, and profit optimization these systems offer.

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The 20/20 on 2020: Restaurant Experts Weigh In

Modern Restaurant Management

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry insiders and experts for their insights on what will impact restaurants in 2020 and the response was overwhelming. The biggest trend by far, for now, and going into 2020 is ghost kitchens (AKA delivery only, virtual kitchens, cloud kitchens, pick-up only, etc.).

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MRM Research Roundup: Mid-Year 2020 Edition

Modern Restaurant Management

There has also been an increase in review content for Black-owned restaurants and food businesses (up 9X) and nightlife (up 13X). Offering pandemic-friendly services has led to first-time customers. Consumer Interest in Restaurants is Shifting Quickly.

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MRM Research Roundup: End-of-September 2020 Edition

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Regardless of their party affiliation, small business decision makers view the outcome of the 2020 election as consequential: 81 percent say it will impact small businesses in the U.S., The Buzz on Beverages. Rabobank estimates the pandemic has accelerated online food and beverage purchasing penetration by 18 months.

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MRM Research Roundup: End-of-April 2020-COVID-19 Effects Edition

Modern Restaurant Management

Q1 Yelp Economic Average (YEA) , which takes a holistic look at the local economic changes since the start of 2020, focused on the economic impact of COVID-19. Key restaurant findings from the Q1 2020 YEA include: More than 30,000 restaurants have shut down – temporarily or permanently – as of Sunday, April 19. In the U.S.

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Dining Trends for 2024

Modern Restaurant Management

The discussion included food, beverage, nutrition, lifestyle and unique aspects of boutique and high volume foodservice. Food trucks that bring food to patrons where they live and work has become a part of everyday life. Omakase is exploding as restaurant patrons clamor to experience chefs’ tasting menus.