August 22, 2019

Five Best Practices in Patio Design Operators and diners alike love the benefits of dining alfresco. Let’s take a look at five elements of outdoor dining that restaurateurs should consider when developing an outdoor dining space. Advertisement

One Secret to Success: Moving Into Second-Generation Restaurant Spaces Angry Crab Shack opened its first location in 2013 and now has 10 restaurants, all in second-generation restaurant spaces. And that’s been key to this brand’s growth, according to Andrew Diamond, president of the Mesa, Ariz.-based company. Fazoli’s Sees Success with New Design Italian QSR Fazoli’s introduced a new restaurant prototype in its home market of Lexington, Ky., with plans to bring the new look to every location across the country. Advertisement

Bay Area Mainstay Reinvigorated with New Design Located directly on San Francisco Bay in Tiburon, Calif., Sam’s Anchor Cafe is a local institution set to celebrate its 100th year in 2020. The operation was recently bought by Tiburon natives James Tate and Conor Flaherty, a pair of first-time restaurateurs who set out to revitalize the restaurant. Form + Function: Designing Entryways You only get one chance to make a first impression. Explore what makes a successful entryway design in this feature. Advertisement

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