The 31 Greatest Bar Names In America
First off: a great bar. You can have the greatest, most singular, most place-appropriate, wink-wink evocative singsong goddamn happy drunken tap-dancing reverie of a bar name ever, but if the bar sucks, it doesn’t matter. You’re dead. Likewise, you can have a completely utilitarian handle and still have a great bar that runs across the […]
View behind the bar – CNBC
Jon Taffer, “Bar Rescue,” host, says the bar industry is doing well and reveals tips on how to cultivate the hottest bar in town. Also Taffer comments on the decline of Atlantic City.
Taffer’s Take: Jon Taffer on How to Keep Your Bar Hot and Contemporary
We are pleased to welcome renowned nightlife expert Jon Taffer on board as a contributor. This is the first entry in his regular column, Taffer’s Take. Let’s talk about drinks. Innovative beverages. Cool, new, fresh cocktails. Drinks and cocktails have trends just like anything else, so spend time with your bartenders learning and keeping up […]
How to Make Your Bar the Hottest Joint in Town
The host and executive producer of the TV series Bar Rescue gives his tips on what makes a rockin’ bar. Take notes, people. Jon Taffer is a longtime food and beverage industry consultant specializing in nightclubs, lounges, and pubs, who’s had a hand in 800 establishments over the course of his three-decade career. He’s also […]
A New Era of Vegas: Resorts World
In the wake of the closing of the Riviera, a new casino emerges from the East… the far East. Resorts World Las Vegas (operated by Malaysia-based Genting Group) held its groundbreaking ceremony on May 5, 2015 on the site of the former Stardust casino with traditional Chinese thunder drummers and costumed lion dancers kicking off […]
5 Mistakes Small Business Owners Make
Mistakes in managing and operating a business can threaten its long-term viability. The key to success is to quickly identify your mistakes and learn from them. Here are the top 5 mistakes of small business owners: Getting into the business for the wrong reasons The bar business is a very social business, and many owners come […]
How to Succeed in the Bar Business
Owning a bar sounds like the perfect life to many potential entrepreneurs, but it’s not always fun and games. It’s hard work. It takes time. It takes dedication. But if you have a clear vision, it can also translate into a rewarding and successful business. Here are some tips for prospective bar owners to know […]
Top Trends in the Food and Beverage Industry
Savvy restaurateurs know that they must adapt to the changing consumer trends in an increasingly competitive market or suffer the consequences of being left behind. Staying informed will allow you to adapt to the changing market conditions. To that end, we’ve devoted this edition of our blog to compiling the latest consumer trends in the […]
New Alcohol Labeling Laws
Source: www.nightclub.com Do you have any idea how many calories are in your bestselling cocktail? If you don’t, then it’s time that you figure it out. If your restaurant or bar is part of a chain with 20 or more locations, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will require that you display the calorie content […]
Attracting the Millennial Diner
Are you looking to sustain and grow a successful bar? Want a steady stream of customers walking into your establishment? Then look no further than the millennials. For tips on how to market to millennials, download Jon Taffer’s free business app, BarHQ available on Google Play and iTunes Who are the millennials? Also known as Generation […]