Operations

New restaurant equipment and back-of-the-house technology
Operations

Chicago lifts restaurant capacity cap, okays indoor bar service

The measures will take effect on Thursday, with certain qualifications.

Operations

Restaurants are struggling to find—and afford—patio heaters

Operators in cold-weather cities say demand is high for portable heaters, as they seek to continue outdoor dining for as long as weather and technology will permit.

Eating and drinking places can immediately resume their pre-pandemic operations, including full use of dining rooms.

Operators who make the commitment are assuring returning customers that the operation is ready for safe on-premise business. 

The convenience store giant is stepping onto restaurant turf, offering a free whole pizza, for delivery or pickup, via its app on Oct. 4.

The pandemic forced Le Bistro Montage to close, but one of its chefs launched Montage ala Cart to carry on the culinary legacy.

The pizza chain, known for its support of progressive causes, is encouraging its workers and customers to vote in the Nov. 3 election.

Capacity caps and most operational limits will be removed on Saturday.

The state is one of several that have lifted restrictions on restaurants this week.

Melting Pot Social blends signatures of the fondue chain with fast-casual elements.

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