How Hotels Can Partner With Local Restaurants to Elevate the Guest Experience Hotel and restaurant collaborations are transforming the hospitality industry by offering guests diverse culinary experiences. These partnerships enhance guest satisfaction and drive business growth for both parties involved. As the trend continues, innovative strategies are reshaping how guests interact with dining services during…
How Illinois Restaurants Can Apply for a Liquor License: A Simple, Step-by-Step Guide for Local Owners (StLouisRestaurantReview) For many restaurant owners, adding beer, wine, or mixed drinks to the menu is one of the most effective ways to increase revenue, attract new customers, and expand the dining experience. Yet for new operators in Illinois, the…
Understanding How to Apply for a Liquor License in Missouri: A Simple Guide for New and Existing Restaurants (StLouisRestaurantReview) For restaurant owners, bar operators, and entrepreneurs preparing to open a new establishment, securing a liquor license is often one of the most important milestones in the launch process. In Missouri, the procedure is designed to…
Tabless: The Unified Restaurant Order Management System Bringing Stability, Efficiency, and Growth to St. Louis Restaurants – and Why eOrderSTL Makes It Even Better ST. LOUIS, MO (StLouisRestaurantReview) Tabless – The restaurant industry in St. Louis has never been more competitive, more digital, or more demanding than it is today. Customers expect frictionless online ordering,…
Read More “Tabless – Unified Restaurant Order Management System” »
The Hidden Cost of “Free” Online Ordering: Why Exposure Matters More Than Commissions (StLouisRestaurantReview) Online Ordering – In today’s restaurant industry, convenience is king. Customers expect to be able to order online, schedule a pickup, or have their favorite meals delivered to their door within minutes. For many independent restaurant owners, the solution seems simple—turn…
The Secret to Making Money in the Restaurant Business: Menu Pricing, Food Cost Control, and the Power of Good Accounting (StLouisRestaurantReview) Running a profitable restaurant in St. Louis—or anywhere for that matter—takes much more than great food and friendly service. The real secret behind every successful restaurant isn’t just in the kitchen or on the…
Online Ordering Continues to Drive Restaurant Growth in 2025 — Convenience, Technology, and Smart Platforms Like eOrderSTL Shape the Future of Dining. The Changing Landscape of Restaurant Dining ST. LOUIS, MO (StLouisRestaurantReview) The restaurant industry has always been an adaptive one—responding to new tastes, technologies, and customer expectations. In 2025, one clear truth remains: online…
Read More “Online Ordering Continues to Drive Restaurant Growth in 2025” »
Why Restaurants Must Have Great Accounting and COGS Accountability to Protect Their Bottom Line Introduction: Great Food Alone Doesn’t Guarantee Success (StLouisRestaurantReview) In the restaurant industry, passion and creativity are essential — but they don’t pay the bills. Many independent restaurants fail not because of poor food or service, but because they lack the financial…
Restaurants – The Big Picture – Sales Up in Dollars, But Foot Traffic and Costs Tell a Harder Story ST. LOUIS, MO (StLouisRestaurantReview) Restaurants – On the surface, restaurant sales look “okay.” Nominal sales at food services and drinking places hit new highs through late summer, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s advance retail report…
Read More “Restaurants’ Current Struggle with the Economy” »
Why St. Louis Restaurants Are Slowing Down — And What It Means for Main Street America ST. LOUIS, MO (StLouisRestaurantReview) Restaurants – The familiar hum of crowded dining rooms, bustling take-out lines, and packed patios has softened this fall across much of the St. Louis region. Restaurateurs from Chesterfield to University City report the same…
Ferguson Brewing Company to Close After 15 Years; Good News Brewing to Carry the Torch A Bittersweet Farewell to a Local Landmark FERGUSON, MO (StLouisRestaurantReview) Ferguson Brewing Company – After 15 years of serving handcrafted beers and hearty meals to the Ferguson community, Ferguson Brewing Company has announced it will close its doors for good…
Read More “Ferguson Brewing Company to Close After 15 Years” »
Why You Can’t Control Food Costs Without Proper Accounting and Expense Analysis ST. LOUIS, MO (StLouisRestaurantReview) — Every successful restaurant owner knows that controlling food costs is one of the most essential elements in running a profitable business. Yet many underestimate the foundation that makes it possible: accurate accounting and consistent financial analysis. Without strong…
Read More “Can’t Control Food Costs Without Proper Accounting” »
Why Controlling Food Costs Is Critical for Restaurant Success: A Guide for St. Louis Restaurateurs ST. LOUIS, MO (StLouisRestaurantReview)– Food Costs: In today’s competitive restaurant industry, success depends on more than just great food and friendly service. Behind the scenes, profitability hinges on something less glamorous but absolutely essential—controlling food costs. For St. Louis restaurant owners, especially…
Read More “Controlling Food Costs is Critical for Restaurant Success” »
(StLouisRestaurantReview) Hot food that slips under 135°F is one of the quickest ways a St. Louis restaurant can fail an inspection. That reality makes temperature control more than a guideline; it is a daily safeguard that protects diners, keeps kitchens running smoothly, and shields owners from costly violations. Imagine a packed dining room in Soulard…
Read More “How St. Louis Restaurants Meet Holding Temperature Rules” »
Managed Service Provider (MSP): your one point of contact for marketplaces ST. LOUIS, MO (StLouisRestaurantReview) – Managed Service Provider: If you accept orders from DoorDash, Uber Eats, or Grubhub, our Marketplace Management (MSP) ensures those channels run smoothly. At the same time, your eOrderSTL site builds loyalty and attracts new customers. Additionally, we will help you launch a successful catering service to help…
Read More “eOrderSTL – Managed Service Provider Option – MSP” »
