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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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(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…
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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…
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Online Ordering Isn’t Going Anywhere: Why eOrderSTL Fits the Moment for St. Louis Restaurants ST. LOUIS, MO (StLouisRestaurantReview) Online ordering didn’t recede when dining rooms reopened—it matured. Across the metro, guests expect to tap a phone, schedule a curbside time, and get accurate updates without calling the host stand. What’s changed in 2025 is how…
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Online Ordering Isn’t Going Anywhere: St. Louis Restaurants Double Down on Digital in 2025 ST. LOUIS, MO (StLouisRestaurantReview) If you thought the pandemic-era surge in online ordering would fade once dining rooms filled up again, think again. Across the St. Louis region, digital ordering has matured from a stopgap to a standing expectation. Guests reach…
New Tech Is Rewriting the Playbook for St. Louis Restaurants ST. LOUIS, MO (StLouisRestaurantReview) From the drive-thru lane to the walk-in cooler, restaurant technology is evolving at a pace that would have seemed far-fetched just a few years ago. Operators across the St. Louis region—independent eateries, multi-unit concepts, and fast-casual newcomers alike—are adopting tools that…
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Why Every Restaurant Should Offer Catering — And Why Getting Professional Help Pays Off ST. LOUIS, MO (StLouisRestaurantReview) Catering is no longer a “nice-to-have” sideline for restaurants. It’s a powerful, margin-friendly growth engine that can stabilize cash flow, expand brand reach, and—counterintuitively to some—lift in-store sales rather than cannibalize them. Whether you operate a neighborhood…
