Readers Weigh in on 2025 Woes
Readers of restaurant development + design were split on what their biggest challenge at work is
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new + notable: Pippal, Emeryville, Calif.
Pippal is an Indian restaurant at an Emeryville, Calif., mall that exceeds what customers have come to expect from mall food.
Little Caesars Expands into India
Little Caesars expands to India, marking its 30th country of operation. With its first location set to open in Delhi this month.
Wing It On! Enters Nebraska
Wing It On!, the wing concept from restaurant platform Craveworthy Brands has signed a new franchise agreement in Omaha, entering Nebraska for the first time.
What Can Designers Do to Combat Loud Restaurant Complaints?
We asked restaurant development + design readers what steps they take to ensure restaurants they work on are lively but not too loud.
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new + notable: Alessa, New York City
Located in Midtown Manhattan, Alessa offers hearty Italian cooking across two floors spanning 6,500 square feet.
new + notable: DISCOSHOW, Las Vegas, Nevada
DISCOSHOW is a new immersive experience from Spiegelworld, creators of Absinthe and other immersive entertainment and dining experiences. DISCOSHOW offers four distinct areas and one cohesive experience.
Auntie Anne's Rolls Out Modernized New Store Design
Auntie Anne's unveils a new store design that balances the nostalgia of the brand with modern convenience and improved curb appeal.
Readers Weigh in on 2025 Woes
Readers of restaurant development + design were split on what their biggest challenge at work is right now — but staffing and inflation were key concerns.
Fresh Designs
new + notable: Pippal, Emeryville, Calif.
Pippal is an Indian restaurant at an Emeryville, Calif., mall that exceeds what customers have come to expect from mall food.
Banquet Hall in India Promises Drama and Flexibility
The project blends traditional South Asian design elements with inspiration from Salt Lake City, Utah.
Jumieka Brings Bold Design to New York in Tribute to Chef’s Roots
Vibrant New York restaurant celebrates its chef’s home country with bold, colorful design.
Form Meets Function
Are Restaurant Project Timelines Longer Post-Pandemic?
Have restaurant project timelines changed five years out from the start of the pandemic era?
Readers Weigh In: How to Keep Budgets in Check
When asked how to keep budgets in check, readers of restaurant development + design had a mix of answers.
How to Design a B&I Restaurant
Many corporations believe that to attract people back to the office, they need to offer amenities, including great food.
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What’s Going on With Restaurant Bathrooms in 2025?
The state of the bathroom is often a clue to how well (or how poorly) a restaurant is run.
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