Spring has officially sprung, and with it comes one of our favorite culinary excuses to get creative, National Herb Day. We view this as an opportunity for restaurants to highlight the fresh, aromatic herbs that thrive this season and bring vibrancy, flavor, and freshness to any dish.
At EyeSpy, we’re always looking for smart, low-risk ways for restaurants to innovate without blowing the budget. One of our favorite tricks? The featured menu.
We’ve helped restaurants across the country design smarter menus that increase check averages, improve guest trust, and highlight what matters most. Behind every layout decision, font choice, or dish description is one thing: psychology.
Seafood is light, bright, and endlessly versatile. But it also comes with a responsibility: sourcing and serving it in a way that supports healthy oceans and ecosystems. Here’s how to make seafood shine on your spring menu—while doing right by the planet.
Easter brunch is a golden ticket. It’s a reason for families, friends, and Instagram-happy foodies to gather. But if you want those tables full, you need more than a sign in the window. You need a strategy.
A thoughtful, allergy-friendly menu isn’t just good hospitality—it’s smart business. Guests with dietary restrictions? They bring friends, family, and loyal repeat business. They remember where they felt safe, where they didn’t have to play 20 questions with the server, and where they weren’t treated like a problem. So, how do you create a menu that’s delicious, inclusive, and keeps everyone breathing easy? Let’s break it down.
When dining out, our first taste is with the eyes. Every restaurant knows that the secret to a diner’s heart often begins with visually stunning plates. EyeSpy restaurant consulting uncovers how the art of plating can elevate a meal’s appeal and, yes, boost those sales.
As spring breathes new life into your locale, it’s the perfect time for you, the restaurant owner, to infuse your beverage menu with a fresh twist. Here’s your cheat sheet for crafting a spring beverage menu that mirrors the freshness of the season and caters to the eclectic tastes of your patrons.
Spring is coming! That means fresh tangy flavors, mocktails, salads, tarts, and more. Here’s a refresher on spring ingredients and some suggestions for how to incorporate them into your menu. 1. Peas: Sweet and Bright Peas burst with sweetness and are perfect for spring. Create a lively pea and mint
February presents a unique opportunity for restaurant owners to attract diners with engaging themes and seasonal specials, even during a typically slower month. Here are 15 creative ideas tailored to involve only the staff on-site, making them simple yet effective in drawing customers:
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