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Elana Kroon

Elana Kroon

Elana Kroon used to work in restaurants before becoming a journalist and expert restaurant industry content creator at Eat App.

Management

Key Restaurant Metrics Every Owner Should Track

Running a restaurant is two jobs in one. The first you fell in love with: great food, a full room, regulars who bring their friends. The second is quieter and far less romantic....

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15 July 2026

Increase Reservations

Top Resy Alternatives for Effortless Restaurant Reservations

If you’re searching for Resy alternatives, you’re likely looking for a restaurant reservation system with better features, pricing, or integrations. This article explores various...

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6 July 2026

Increase Revenue

What Is the Average Restaurant Profit Margin? A 2026 Breakdown

Let's get the depressing part out of the way first. The average restaurant profit margin is tiny. Three-to-six-cents-on-the-dollar tiny. You can run a packed dining room every...

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18 June 2026

Management

19 Apps For Restaurants That Make Life Easier

Restaurants have different tech needs. Some just need a basic app to manage waiting lists. Others want an all-in-one platform for everything from reservations to staff scheduling....

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13 May 2026

OpenTable Pricing in 2026: Plans, Fees and Real Costs

$149, $299, $499. Those are the three numbers OpenTable wants you to focus on. The number that matters — the one that shows up on your actual invoice at the end of the month — is...

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24 April 2026

News

Eat App & LightSpeed: Your floor and your POS, finally in sync.

Running a restaurant means managing two parallel worlds simultaneously: the guest experience you're crafting at the front of house, and the transaction record building up in your...

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24 April 2026

Management

OpenTable vs. Resy: Reservation Systems Compared (with alternatives)

When it comes to choosing an online restaurant reservation system, the industry has transformed dramatically since 2023. What was once a two-horse race between OpenTable and...

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19 April 2026

Management

What Does 86 Mean In A Restaurant?

Imagine standing in line, craving the seasonal panzanella salad, only to hear the dreaded words: “86 the special.” Whether you’ve dined out or worked in a restaurant, chances are...

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5 April 2026

Management

What is a Restaurant Table Management System?

A restaurant table management system is software that organizes the floor plan, manages reservations and walk-ins, and applies a seating rotation. Staff can access it from any...

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1 April 2026

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