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By Patricia Cobe on May 31, 2023

A combination of target marketing and tech enhancements can spur craft beer sales for operators.

Boost traffic and sales with year-round sports entertainment

Sponsored content from our partner DIRECTV FOR BUSINESS℠ on Apr. 05, 2023

It’s no secret that sports bring big business to restaurants and bars. Customers gathering to watch a favorite team square up against a rival, planning an outing for the Big Game or meeting at happy hour to cheer on local underdogs are cornerstones for operators.

Operations

Bodega Taqueria y Tequila carves out QSR-with-cocktails niche

By Lisa Jennings on Mar. 08, 2023

This South Beach, Fla., concept is planning to open in Chicago, Nashville and Washington, D.C. by next year.

Operations

London-born Wagamama takes another swing at U.S. growth

By Lisa Jennings on Feb. 06, 2023

The pan-Asian concept opens a seventh unit this week in Tampa, with two more to come.

Food

Bars elevate complimentary snacks with sophisticated flavor profiles

By Patricia Cobe on Dec. 13, 2022

The usual popcorn and potato chips served as freebies with drinks are getting the chef treatment.

Beverage

Operators capitalize on DC Cocktail Week to bring new customers into restaurants and bars

By Patricia Cobe on Nov. 29, 2022

The annual promotion, organized by the Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington, is taking place this week at over 50 locations throughout Metro D.C. Cocktail and bite pairings are a popular feature.

Leadership

Paul Baldasaro named COO of growing Taco Mac sports bar chain

By Lisa Jennings on Nov. 28, 2022

The former Mellow Mushroom exec will lead operations and training for the 27-unit brand in Georgia and Tennessee.

Beverage

Sober bars and zero-proof drink lists add buzz to alcohol-free socialization

By Patricia Cobe on Nov. 10, 2022

More consumers want to abstain from alcohol at least some of the time, and operators are answering the call with booze-free cocktail selections that are just as buzz-worthy.

Food