Modern Restaurant Management

01/06/2026

A shrinking labor pool is driving heightened interest in AI and automation among restaurant operators, according to data from TD Bank.

A shrinking labor pool is driving heightened interest in AI and automation among restaurant operators, according to data from TD Bank. In fact, 40

01/05/2026

Key trends affecting restaurants in 2026 from the experts at Lightspeed.

As operators close out another unpredictable year, the industry’s strongest indicators for 2026 are becoming clear - from subtle menu microtrends to

12/31/2025

The team at Vitamix details the dynamics redefining how operators approach flavor, staffing, workflow, and investment.

As 2026 begins, foodservice operators are navigating economic shifts and the ongoing strain of smaller crews — but many kitchens are adapting with

12/31/2025

Our last Research Roundup column for 2025 has F&B trends, jobs outlook, the cost of lunch for those returning to office, and more.

This edition of Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine's Research Roundup features menu price trends, Black Friday gift card sales, workforce

12/29/2025

"The next wave of technology will allow teams to focus on being in front of the guest more—more time connecting and building relationships that are so key to hospitality."

AI is going to be your go-to assistant, quickly turning smart ideas into actionNext year, AI will continue to become a conversational partner. The

12/23/2025

In what's become an annual tradition here at MRM, we quizzed restaurant experts that learn what issues they expect to affect the industry in the coming year. Here's a link to all three parts.

Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine asked restaurant industry experts for their views on what trends and challenges owners and operators can

12/18/2025

"When a restaurant hosts recurring gatherings tied to specific online groups, you unlock one of the most efficient, recurring forms of revenue."

Read more in our second article on The Fourth Place.

In the first article of our Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine series on The Fourth Place, industry experts defined the concept and how

12/16/2025

To convert passersby into customers, operators must rethink how they engage with drivers before they’re even in their car and en route.

Driving data can provide QSR operators with a roadmap on transforming traffic into intentional visits, according to a white paper from Arity, which

12/12/2025

Guests are moving toward a more emotionally driven, expressive relationship with brands, expecting food experiences that make them feel seen, empowered, and connected.

Being "very cool" is the single most important factor driving momentum for QSR brands, outranking even craveable food, according to Yum! Brands and

12/11/2025

Here's the first article in an MRM series on The Fourth Place.

https://modernrestaurantmanagement.com/why-the-fourth-place-should-be-top-of-mind-for-all-restaurants/

12/10/2025

"While tech can streamline operations, improve efficiency, and aid in managing customer expectations, it can also feel like it is stripping away the human connection that makes dining out memorable. The challenge for the restaurant industry is to find a balance: using technology to enhance the experience, without losing the personal touch that consumers crave. " Read more in this MRM Exclusive from The Harris Poll.

The restaurant industry is at a turning point, caught between the promises and the worries surrounding new technology. On one side, AI and automation are

12/09/2025

"Hospitality is undergoing a cultural reset and is at a pivotal moment,” said Sarah Jenkinson, Creative Director at Harrison. Read more about what brands should be doing to future-proof their businesses.

Worldwide hospitality is undergoing a transformation driven by shifting consumer values, sustainability expectations, cultural storytelling, and