takeout

McDonald's begins pay-ahead tests

By Peter Romeo on Mar. 15, 2017

Preparation of orders placed through mobile devices will begin when the system detects the patrons premise on site. The guest will be given a choice of how they want to pick up the order.

Operations

Melting Pot revamps with an eye on takeout

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 07, 2018

The fondue chain is changing its format for the first time in 43 years to provide a variety of dining experiences, including shared cocktails.

Let the kids decide

By Restaurant Business Staff on Jul. 15, 1997

Childrens' opinions are a powerful part of the dining decision, not only for fast-food restaurants, but also for casual-dining chains that appeal particularly to families.

Websites on any budget

By Restaurant Business Staff on Aug. 13, 2006

It doesn’t matter what your budget is, there’s a Website waiting for you to build it. Take a look at our three categories to find where you fit and follow along with our restaurateurs who have already taken the online leap. They'll take your from low budget to high, and offer plenty of tips along the way.

Food

Cutting food costs, not quality

By Restaurant Business Staff on Dec. 01, 2009

Chef Al Massa at Michael’s on East slashed costs, brought in more adventurous fare—and increased traffic along the way.

Technology

Chefs Feed expands into social media and 16 locales

By Joann Whitcher on Nov. 14, 2012

Launched in late 2011, the free Chefs Feed app for iPhone and iPad has quickly become a favorite with chefs and their fans, registering more than 100,000 users in less than a year.

McD’s expands home-delivery test in Australia

Oct. 24, 2014

McDonald’s is expanding the test of home delivery it began in July in Australia, a proving ground for innovations that often make their way to the chain’s U.S. operations.

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