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Selecting a cost-effective, on-trend mix of materials, finishes and furnishings for the casual-dining segment requires keeping a few key considerations in mind. Designers need to not only understand the particular brand and concept, of course, but also the rapidly changing dynamics within the segment and their implications for outfitting front-of-house spaces.

An “open kitchen” is an imprecise term encompassing many types of designs. Depending on who you ask, an open kitchen can range from providing a view to the back of the house through a large counter-height window to positioning cooking stations next to dining tables so that customers can freely interact with chefs.

New York coffee roasters Toby’s Estate opened a second location in Brooklyn.

Drive through any city in America and what will you see? You’ll likely spot McDonald’s golden arches, Starbucks’ green mermaid and numerous other well-known restaurant chains’ iconic visual elements.

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Polonez is a well-known delicatessen brand in Turkey. Like so many retail brands, the company leveraged its popularity to enter the restaurant space by creating Grill Polonez Restaurants.

The January/February 2019 issue of rd+d marks the beginning of the seventh year of existence for this still-young publication. It is impressive to see how the restaurant industry that we cover has grown and evolved over those seven years.