Hi everyone! Mistie here. I am thrilled to introduce the new EyeSpy Management System. We’ve built a new dashboard to give operators a smoother, smarter way to manage EyeSpy services and the corresponding report data. We have some new services that we are excited to launch and some new features
We are thrilled to introduce the new EyeSpy Management System. We’re confident that it will make your mystery shopping admin easier, faster, and more rewarding. Here is what is changing and how to get the most from it. We think this is going to revolutionize your experience of our services.
Opening a restaurant takes vision, stamina, and a numbers engine that tells the truth. Laurie Aaronson and Seth Davies at AOC SF, Inc., have spent two decades building that engine with operators. AOC runs full-cycle accounting so founders can focus on the floor. That includes payroll, accounts payable, bookkeeping, and
Still figuring out your Halloween weekend cocktail specials? We thought you might need some ideas. Here’s some pretty, showy and delicious cocktail recipes. 1) The Witches’ Brew Spritz (Glow Potion Edition) Enchanted and sparkly, this one is built for the ‘gram. It tastes of citrus and floral, light and sessionable.
When you’re opening a restaurant, most operators focus on what guests will see: the design, the menu, the lighting, the vibe. But according to Alden Parker, Regional Managing Partner of Fisher Phillips and Co-Chair of the firm’s Hospitality Industry Group, one of the most important things a new restaurateur can
During the pandemic, meal kits gave guests a way to bring restaurant-quality meals home when dining rooms were closed. But in 2025, guest habits have shifted again. The question is whether meal kits still fit the holiday season or if ready-made holiday specials deliver more value for both your guests
In the rush of the holiday season, operational chaos is easy to come by. Tabs pile up. Emails multiply. Everyone’s “plan” lives somewhere different. That’s why we build a one-page plan that every operator can read, use, and rally around. Ten tabs create ten versions of the truth. One page
Build a hot beverage lineup that photographs beautifully, feels seasonal, and sells as an easy second round. Cocktails: Fall 2025 trending flavor profiles lean into rustic depth, orchard fruit, and a touch of theater. Think warm baking spice with bright citrus lift; toasted, nutty sweetness balanced by gentle bitterness; forest
The fourth quarter is a high-stakes sprint. Dining rooms fill, events stack, and guests arrive with heightened expectations. The restaurants that thrive are the ones that pause before the rush, reset their systems, and get their teams aligned. Holiday readiness starts with training clarity. This season is not the time
If you want to attract top talent, you need to be known for how you treat your team. In restaurants, word spreads quickly. A strong employer reputation helps you hire faster, keep people longer, and build a team that shows up with purpose. This doesn’t require expensive perks. It starts
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