Coffee and beer bars are becoming more popular, with more establishments opening all over the country. The establishments offer services to different crowds of people that can come all day long, creating steady business. The bars are often a unique attraction that caters to the neighborhood they are in offering quality beverages and service. Patrons can also come and hang out with friends or hold business meetings while remote workers can drink coffee all day then grab a beer after work. These bars are fun and practical, which us why they are doing so well.

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  • The craft beer trend and US consumption of coffee makes coffee-and-beer bars a great match.
  • The sense of community is what makes coffee-and-beer bars extremely attractive.
  • Success is aided by the fact many neighborhoods do not have these bar concepts already.

“Why they pair well and why they’re going together is because of the quality and varieties of the coffee and beer.”

Read more: http://www.restaurant-hospitality.com/drink-trends/operators-brew-business-coffee-and-beer-bars

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Make the most of your weekend by enjoying an incredible brunch. We’ve rounded up the best restaurants for brunch in cities across America where you can indulge in eggs Benedict and other traditional dishes. Mimosas, anyone? Nutella french toast, blue crab omelets and build-your-own Bloody Marys are just a few of the temptations to be found at this year’s selections for the Top 100 Brunch Restaurants in the U.S. You can start off your day on the right foot with a meal at one of the best breakfast spots in your area.

Read more: 100 Best Brunch Restaurants in America for 2017

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Foodservice operators can build sales by leveraging the upswing in snacking by providing beverage options to the snacking population. Healthy and unusual drinks can entice consumers to buy as a snack, to add to a snack, or to add to a meal. Some options include smoothies, juices, yogurts and kefir. Self-service options increase sales as do staffed beverage bars. Additional marketing ideas include beverage specials offered daily, such as happy hour drinks, or weekly. Suitable beverages are the V8 Veggie Blends.

Read more: Boost between-meal business with beverages

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For many years people have enjoyed the customization options at fast casual restaurants, from sandwich shops to tacos. This approach was the topic of the educational event Disrupting Fast Casual. Attendees were tasked with finding new ideas to refresh old tried and true concepts. Some of them said that the customization was past its prime and consumers wanted dishes that are already made to taste great. Others felt that the customization at fast casual restaurants needed some new ideas, like guidance from servers so customers know what pairs up good. For some brands it works fine but for others it could make the experience long, confusing, and daunting for many customers. Many brands are trying to reduce their menus in an effort to cut cost, this in turn can change what part of the dish will be diy. This is where fast casual restaurants can come in and find the middle ground to make it a great experience and also be efficient as possible.

Key Takeaways:

  • The trend of most guests wanting customization is fading according to many Chefs.
  • Customization is key to allowing the food experience be controlled by the guest.
  • Customization has allowed many business to flourish and bring in new guests.

“When customization enters the realm of complex and more plentiful menu items, it may become more difficult for guests to make decisions”

Read more: https://www.qsrmagazine.com/fast-casual/could-customization-disappear-fast-casual

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