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MRM Research Roundup: Catering, Kiosks, Tipping and Dry January

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In this edition of MRM Research Roundup, we feature news about an influx of catering orders, the topic of tipping, the rise of kiosks and affordable Michelin restaurants. Among the highlights: On or Off Prem Same-store catering transactions increased +71 percent in Q4 2023 compared to Q4 2022.

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Survey Says: Restaurateurs Are Making Expansion Plans

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Ninety-four percent of operators are planning some form of expansion and more than half of the 600 U.S full service restaurants surveyed plan to introduce catering services. What can restaurateurs take away from the responses of their fellow operators? I hope they come away from reading the r eport with a sense of optimism.

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MRM Franchise Feed: Virtual BBQ and Pieology in China

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Six units throughout Irvine, Orange and Tustin. Two units in Los Angeles. “Since launching the franchise initiative in October 2019, we have been energized by the interest and excitement from experienced multi-unit operators who want to get involved with the brand,” said Bill Phelps, CEO of Dave’s Hot Chicken.

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MRM Franchise Feed: Opportunity is Barking and the Spirit of BBQ

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“Florida is an ideal market for us because there is an unmatched synergy between the sunshine state and our hometown of New Orleans, especially when it comes to tourism,” said David Mesa, Chief Development Officer for PJ’s Coffee of New Orleans. PJ's Hopes to Open 187 Locations Throughout Florida in Next 10 Years.

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MRM Franchise Feed: Currying Up Favor and Committed Taco

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. "To further support our franchise development initiatives, we will be working with Lynette McKee– an industry expert with over 30 years of experience in franchising – to identify franchise partners in targeted international markets and leading U.S. Boston Market, Darden Restaurants, Inc.

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MRM Franchise Feed: Kitchen of the Future, Restaurant Sherpas and Dunkin’ Hirin’

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metro is extremely valuable right now, and we know that Taffer’s Tavern will be perfect for a high-quality conversion in this market.” Taffer’s Tavern has partnered with Fransmart, the global leader in franchise development, to bring the concept to the top 40 major media markets across the U.S. . “The D.C.

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MRM Franchise Feed: Church’s Goes Hybrid and Curry Up Incentives Now

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Their growth in urban and suburban markets is impressive and is the result of great operations and focus on people development,” said Andrew Cherng, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Panda Restaurant Group, the largest Asian dining concept in the U.S. “The market is still ripe for continued expansion and growth,” said Kapoor.

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