Ray Delucci

Design a modular coffee shop floor plan with ordering and pick-up zones and walking paths. Get inspired by layout plans that optimize customer and traffic flow.

The needs of a food truck differ from those of a conventional restaurant due to the speed, mobility, and service style in which a food truck operates. The best point-of-sale (POS) systems for food trucks allow you to run your food truck efficiently and affordably to maximize profitability. Luckily, there are a few great food […]

Modern tipping software can streamline payouts, reduce human error, and ensure that everyone receives accurate and timely payments. Review my top 4 picks for 2025.

Digital waitlists are an essential part of any restaurant that experiences busy customer periods. This is because an unorganized waitlist and poor table management lead to longer wait times and frustrated customers.  Restaurant waitlist apps blend management of waiting customers and table management to address this modern restaurant pain point. The popularity of this technology […]

Restaurant inventory management software saves hours of admin work, provides crucial information on your par levels, and even alerts you to pricing changes for goods. These systems enable proper inventory management, which keeps costs down, products fresh, and guests happy. The best restaurant inventory management software systems sync with or are built into point-of-sale (POS) […]

Restaurant marketing is a crucial part of managing a restaurant business. Good restaurant marketing allows you to reach new customers, build brand loyalty, boost engagement on your website, and drive overall business. That said, there are a variety of tools that you can use for different restaurant marketing strategies.  In this guide, I broke down […]

The best restaurant accounting software must address most, if not all, of the components of restaurant operations and back-office management, including accounting, inventory checking, cost management, and employee scheduling.  These capabilities can help managers and owners track the financial aspect of the business without toggling between programs or constantly transferring data between different software. Check […]

If you’re a restaurant owner, getting an SBA loan can provide funding with favorable rates and terms. Read our guide to learn more.

Finding the best talent in the food industry takes intentional effort and focus. And there are many different methods for ensuring your restaurant is staffed with the best candidates in your region. One of these methods is using restaurant employment websites.  In this guide, I break down the best restaurant hiring platforms available. I also […]

My go-to best practices include using catchy subject lines, personalizing content, and prioritizing mobile. Review strategies for restaurant email marketing.

This list ranks the best food delivery software for independent restaurants. Read our guide to find one that fits your business’s needs.

TouchBistro is one of the most user-friendly iPad point-of-sale (POS) systems available. It’s an especially great fit for food and beverage businesses that experience high turnover. The system is very user-friendly, allowing new staff to learn quickly, so there’s little downtime for training. It’s easy to install, offers lots of add-ons, and works as an […]