The restaurant labor shortage: how we got here and a 2023 update
Learn about the current restaurant staff shortage, what caused the tight labor market, and how restaurant owners can staff up in 2023.
How to talk to team members about substance use disorder
Alcohol and drug use have always been a bigger issue for restaurants than other workplaces. Steve Palmer, restaurateur and co-founder...
Outdoor seating for restaurants: Tips from top restaurateurs
Steal these 7 tips from top restaurant owners around the country about how to get the most out of outdoor seating for restaurants
Wellness tourism 101: An overview of the trend and how to attract this crowd to your restaurant
Learn about a new kind of tourist traveling in search of restaurants that can help support a healthy lifestyle and enhance personal well being.
A short story about Chris and Terry, modern restaurant lovers
One way OpenTable stays on top of the industry is with relentless research. We survey restaurants, OpenTable users, and general...
10 extraordinary restaurant innovations to inspire owners in 2023
The restaurant industry is constantly changing. And the innovations have come at a breakneck pace the past few years. Restaurant...
Chefs speak: 4 major issues for restaurants in 2023
Heading into the new year, leading chefs and restaurant owners talk about the ongoing staffing shortage, changing menus, restaurant technology, and more.
How to name a restaurant: 10 tips to make the task easier
Get tips and advice on coming up with a name for your restaurant that will grab attention, attract guests, and stay top of mind. Name your restaurant with confidence.
How to pack the house on day 1
Learn why Alicart Restaurant Group relies on OpenTable to ensure a packed house when its new restaurant, Mermaid Oyster Bar Times Square, opens its doors in NYC.