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Taco Bell maximizes small space with shipping-container design

 By Heather Lalley on Mar. 16, 2017

Corrugated-metal, pre-fab unit being tested in L.A.

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Starbucks hauls 1 of its shops across town

 By Heather Lalley on Feb. 26, 2018

The mini store was so popular, it was moved to make way for a full-sized unit.

Better menu design tactics

By Bill Main on May 25, 2000

Here are three menu design techniques using a simple square: Boxing, Shading and Showcasing.

Strong Pace of E&S Merger Activity

By Restaurant Business Staff on Oct. 30, 2003

Mergers and acquisitions in the foodservice equipment and supplies industry have been strong in the past few years and the trend is expected to continue,...

The user-friendly menu

By Restaurant Business Staff on Sep. 11, 2005

The menu at Wave, in the W Chicago Hotel, has been a work in progress. Arriving early to the “sharing plates” party, Wave’s basic concept hasn’t changed, but the way it’s presented to customers via the menu has undergone a series of subtle shifts.

Hot tech gadgets for on-the-go operators

By Restaurant Business Staff on Jul. 02, 2006

Check out these three hot technology trends: multifunction devices, portability and wireless. We rounded up the latest and greatest hardware to show that gadgets aren’t just for geeks anymore.

Avoid these pitfalls and grow

By Restaurant Business Staff on Jun. 12, 2007

An IPO may not be in the cards any time soon, but if you’ve set your sights on growth through unit expansion you’re facing a whole new set of challenges than simply having a great concept and executing it well.

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Refrigerators: Cool It

By Restaurant Business Staff on Apr. 07, 2008

A refrigerator is one of the biggest investments you’ll make. With energy costs so high, it’s important to look beyond a refrigeration unit’s desirable...

Let them eat Wii

By Restaurant Business Staff on Sep. 03, 2009

Unless you have a '50s-themed restaurant, juke boxes and sock hops don't meet the modern entertainment desires of customers that are used to loud noises,...

Businesses Using Lunchrooms To Help Workers Get Healthy

By Restaurant Business Staff on Nov. 29, 2010

KANSAS CITY (November 22, 2010)—Thereason for helping employees make healthy food choices is simple: Healthy employees have better attendance records, cost...

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