If you’re starting a bar or opening a new location, you’re probably going to need a business plan. Whether it’s for securing a bank loan or internal organization, it’s still a crucial tool for any small business. So in this article, we’ll guide you through writing a bar business plan step-by-step. We’re going to look Read More →
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How to Use Menu Engineering to Maximize Your Profits
Your menu is a crucial marketing tool that will persuade or dissuade people from walking through your door. This is often forgotten, as many establishments rarely update their menu. So, what can you do to make sure that your menu is working hard to draw in potential customers and keep your regulars coming back? This Read More →
9 Exciting Cocktail Trends in 2021 and Beyond
2020 seemed never-ending and we have finally reached the end of it. Despite experiencing increasing revenue growth between 2015-2019, the last year has seen these gains completely wiped out. These 12 months have changed consumers’ drinking habits and have a big influence on how and what we will drink over the months ahead, particularly when Read More →
13 Bar and Restaurant Trends You Should Know About in 2021 and Beyond
Let’s face it – nobody expected 2020 to turn out this way. The National Restaurant Association forecast a 4% increase in sales in 2020, a jump from 2019 thanks to a boom in the economy and positive consumer sentiment. As we all know, 2020 did not go according to plan. Almost 12 months on, the Read More →
The Best Online Communities for Bar and Restaurant Owners
Owning a bar or restaurant can be a lonely business! You experience epic highs and tragic lows, working all hours to ensure your business is a success. We believe that one of the best ways to keep moving forward and adapt to industry changes is to join an online community. There are many online communities Read More →
4 Android POS Apps for Bars and Restaurants
Point of Sale (POS) software is constantly evolving and it is difficult to know what you should be using, and how you should be using it. There are a multitude of options out there, from large stationary terminals to small phone-operated apps. You can spend nothing to over $150 per month…it’s enough to make your Read More →