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Hungry Howie’s Selects Restaurant365 as Its Systemwide Back-Office Operations Platform

Hungry Howie's selects Restaurant365 as its systemwide back-office platform, standardizing inventory, labor, and operations across nearly 500 franchise locations.

When Costs Stay High, Restaurant Technology Strategy Must Change

Success is no longer about trimming around the edges or chasing incremental savings. It is about reducing uncertainty.

Black Rock Coffee Trims Data Bloat To Fuel Rapid Footprint Expansion

The beverage brand’s shift to a streamlined weekly signal system gives store operators actionable insights without the administrative paralysis of legacy spreadsheets.

AI Grows Up at the 2026 National Restaurant Association Show

This year’s show revealed an industry shifting from experimentation to execution, using technology to solve real business challenges without losing sight of hospitality.

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Full-Service Restaurant Menu Prices Jump at Their Highest Rate Since 2023

Inflation is hitting different parts of the industry in opposite ways — full-service prices are surging, even as limited-service inflation cools to its lowest level

Evaluating On-Premise Trends Halfway Through 2025

While on-premise dining is picking up again, the drivers behind it look different from what they did pre-pandemic.

Full-Service Menu Price Increases Far Outpaced General Inflation in July

The gap between grocery and menu prices increased by 30 basis points in July and is now 170 basis points in favor of grocery stores.

MRM Research Roundup: Midyear Report Card, Cowboy Carter Boost, and the Evolving Pumpkin Craze

More than 5,000 restaurant leaders weighed in on what’s ahead for 2025—highlighting big opportunities and pressing challenges. From ramping up marketing and training staff to

Labour Cost Becomes Main Sector Challenge

Restaurant365's biannual industry survey has uncovered the main issues crippling the sector, including labour costs and price increases.

Restaurant Employee Retention Improving in 2025

Restaurant operators are increasing prices, changing vendors, tracking inventory, and streamlining menus to manage costs.

Restaurant Report Reveals Increased Focus on Food, Labor Cost Controls

A new Restaurant365 study finds that rising food and labor costs remain a challenge for restaurant leaders, with staff-related expenses continuing to climb.

Restaurant365’s Midyear State of the Restaurant Industry Reveals Increased Focus on Food & Labor Cost Controls

R365's biannual study shows fewer restaurant operators raising prices as they target employee training to support the bottom and top lines.

Restaurant365’s Midyear State of the Restaurant Industry Reveals Increased Focus on Food & Labor Cost Controls

R365’s biannual study shows fewer restaurant operators raising prices as they target employee training to support the bottom and top lines.

Restaurant Job Growth Slowed in June

Even with seasonal hiring underway, the industry saw a modest gain of just 6,500 jobs in June—pointing to increased employee departures.

Restaurant Job Growth Moderated in June

The industry added just 6,500 positions during the month even as seasonal hiring picked up, indicating more employees are leaving their jobs.

The Restaurant Industry Workforce Reached a Record High in May

The May jobs report beat expectations, adding 139,000 U.S. jobs while unemployment held at 4.2%.

Restaurant365 Presents: Behind the Numbers Spotlights Restaurant Leadership & Success

Success New podcast hosted by restaurant veterans features candid conversations with industry leaders navigating today’s landscape.

The Future of Restaurant Operations: Turning Tech Into a Strategic Ally

As restaurants navigate rising costs, staffing shortages, and evolving customer expectations, predictive AI and automation are stepping in—not to replace operators, but to empower them

Why AI-Powered Restaurant Training Is the Future of Restaurant Operations

Traditional training often falls short because it assumes every team member learns the same way.

Restaurant365 to Showcase Restaurant Management Innovations at 2025 NRA Show

Company will highlight solutions for food cost, labor, and compliance at NRA Show, plus a Tech Talk on data-driven inventory management

Restaurants Added Nearly 17K Jobs in April 2025

The industry’s job gains come despite heightened uncertainties that have kept consumers from visiting as frequently.

Gen Z Has a Different Attitude About Dining From Baby Boomers and Millennials

Gen Z consumers are changing the way Americans dine out. They share entrées or order appetizers or kid’s meals to cut down on costs.

Overall Inflation Cools in March, But Restaurant Menu Prices Remain Stubbornly High

Even though inflation is cooling, food costs keep rising—forcing restaurants to rethink pricing and operations.

Inflation Posts Surprise Drop in March

Joe Hannon, general manager for inventory and purchasing at Restaurant365, said consumers are adjusting to the higher prices seen at food establishments.

5 Daily Practices to Master Restaurant Taxes

Stay ahead of tax season with simple daily habits that keep your financial records accurate, prevent costly mistakes, and improve your restaurant’s bottom line.

6 Ways Tariffs Could Increase Fast Casual Food Costs

Rising tariffs and inflation are driving up ingredient costs, putting pressure on fast casual restaurants to adjust pricing and sourcing strategies. See how key menu

Restaurant365 to Gather Top Taco Bell Franchisees for Brand-Focused Innovation Day

Restaurant365’s Taco Innovation Day is the second in a yearlong series created for leading QSR franchises including Burger King, McDonald’s, Subway, and Papa John’s.