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Owning and running a commercial/restaurant business is no walk in the park but can be a very exciting journey to embark on that can reap many benefits. It is a long trip from your starting point to your destination so buckle up. Don’t worry though. You won’t be alone. We will be coming along for the ride and help you build and sustain a successful enterprise from start to finish. Not sure where to begin or where to search? We can provide you with the tools to evaluate your needs and turn your restaurant into a profitable business.
Suppose you want to venture out and find a location. Then you would need to draw a business plan. After that, you would then brainstorm ideas for your concept and come up with strategies to market your brand. Find your target audience, attract visitors, and convert them into regular customers. Now you are up to restaurant furniture. Shopping for the perfect items to furnish your commercial space and seamlessly flow with your décor can be a daunting task as well. We got you covered from articles about marketing your restaurant to guides on finding the right patio furniture to furniture installations we do for our customers and more!
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Galvins - Georgetown, KY
Established in 2008, Galvin’s on Main is a family owned restaurant in the historic district of Georgetown, Kentucky. The town’s roots go back to the 18th century when it was founded by Rev. Elijah Craig and was called Lebanon but was renamed in honor of President George Washington in 1790. From the outside Galvin’s on Main looks like a traditional British tavern in a part of town with buildings that feature classic European architecture. Their menu offers 100+ items which includes gourmet burgers, specialty sandwiches, pizza and more. They also have 40 beers on tap with many of Kentucky’s local favorite brews. They have a full bar with other choices that include seasonal cocktails and a wide selection of wines.
Holiday Inn - Peterborough Waterfront
Located In the heart of the Kawarthas, overlooking the Jackson River the Holiday Inn Hotel Peterborough Waterfront is ideally situated along the Trent Severn Waterway in the downtown business and shopping district. The hotel's central location is near the world's highest hydraulic lift lock and Canada's only Canoe Museum, 1.5 km from our hotel. Peterborough hosts numerous festivals throughout the year, such as summer's Festival of Lights and is home to popular arts facilities, like Showplace Performance Centre. Lodging here puts business travelers near GE Canada, Siemens, Pepsi-QTG, De Laval, Ministry of Natural Resources and other businesses in Peterborough.
Pilos Street Tacos - Miami Beach
Pilos Tacos is located in the famous Miami Beach neighborhood which is popular with tourists and socialites. It is here you can feel the vibrant pulse of this diverse city. Miami Beach is also known for its historic art deco architecture and has been one of America's pre-eminent beach resorts for almost a century. The city has a rich history as a trend-setting center of arts, culture and nightlife, from the world famous nightclubs of the 1950s to the rich cultural life of today's South Beach.
Restaurant Tables Guide
At the heart of it, there are over a thousand different types of restaurant tables suited for variable restaurant interior designs, color schemes and motifs. Purchasing a restaurant table is a crucial and personal experience for many reasons. A restaurant table is the centerpiece of the dining room where guests are entertained and share important meals with family and friends. The restaurant dining table is both seen and utilized more than just a furniture piece. We aim to help guide you toward the perfect table for your restaurant layout and décor by breaking down table top shapes, colors, materials, sizes and features along with compatible table bases to pair them with.
Comprehensive Guide to Bar Stools and Counter Stools
From your counter space, dining room or even the entry way, bar stools are efficient seating options that can be used anywhere. Bar stools bring versatility, functionality, and style to any venue and gathering. With over a hundred of silhouettes and endless combinations of finishes and upholstery, choosing a bar stool or counter stool has never been easier. However, purchasing a stool for your venue involves more than selecting your favorite style.
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Restaurant Booths Buying Guide
Would you prefer a chair or a booth?
How many times did you get to ask this question? And how many times was the answer “booth please”? Unless the party is a big one, chances are that “booth” is the most preferred option. And this is probably, one of the main reasons you are now looking to buy booths for your restaurant.
Restaurant Floor Plan Considerations for COVID-19
Covid-19 has not left any part of life untouched and it’s hard for many to see a silver lining. The restaurant industry in particular is about to face a new reality. Recovery will be a challenge for both small and large restaurants. That challenge is rebounding and it won’t happen overnight. With Covid-19 guidelines set in place, you will have to adjust your restaurant layout and design to meet them.
Raising the Bar in Customer Experience: The Value in a Design
What are the elements that create the best bar / tavern? There probably is no one right answer to this question as a variety of different examples may pass through your mind. While there is an archetypal successful bar template we can fall back on, it won’t necessarily be the one that is best suited for your venue and location. The right bar design can add value to your business and greatly impact customer satisfaction. Knowing how to best use your available space to appeal to your potential customers is what will help you optimize your business.
Fast Casual Restaurant vs Quick Service Restaurant
While some restaurateurs and chefs stay in tune to the latest trends and concepts in the restaurant business, others create and develop them. The two stalwarts of the American food service industry were always the fast food and fine dining. But now, the rapidly growing fast casual restaurant sector has squeezed itself in. Companies, including many restaurant brands like Chipotle, Panera and Shake Shack are increasingly combining healthy ingredients with fast food services to launch this trend. Though still dwarfed by fast-food competition in sheer numbers, fast-casual chains are growing much faster.
Thai Table - Centerville, OH
Thai table is one of two Thai restaurants owned by restaurateur Suwapat Whitted. She first opened Thai Kitchen, a successful restaurant in Centerville. She decided to expand and opened her second restaurant, Thai Table in a more residential neighborhood. The floor space is also much larger than the previous restaurant, providing a calmer, open space giving customers room to relax. The extra room also allows for social distancing while at the same time accommodating more customers. The restaurant serves authentic Thai cuisine and other Asian dishes such as sushi.
Smashin Crab - Hendersonville, TX
Smashin Crab is a chain of seafood restaurants with locations in the southern states of Texas and Tennessee. They specialize in Cajun and creole cuisine with traditional southern dishes like gumbo, po’ boys and Cajun pastalaya. The restaurant has large interior dining areas with a bar for guests who want to come in for a drink. There are also front and back patios where guests can dine al fresco. Smashin Crab also offers nightly entertainment with live music from Second Line Brass Bands and Zydeco tunes