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Top Takeaways from the National Restaurant Association Show: What We Learned About the Future of Restaurants
The National Restaurant Association Show is always a highlight of the year for anyone in foodservice — and the 2025 edition made one thing clear: restaurants are embracing change like never before. From how guests engage to how teams work behind the scenes, innovation...
Squirrel Systems Showcases Newest Cloud POS Technology at National Restaurant Show 2025
Squirrel enters its 41st year of powering the restaurant industry. At the National Restaurants Show 2025 (May 17 – 20th at McCormick Place, Chicago), Squirrel is excited to showcase the latest innovations in hospitality technology. Trusted by some of North America’s...
Squirrel Cloud Enterprise: A Scalable POS Solution for Multi-Location Restaurants
In today’s hospitality landscape, restaurants face a unique challenge: balancing centralized control with the need for location-level flexibility. That’s where Squirrel Cloud Enterprise steps in—a modern, cloud-based POS platform purpose-built for multi-location brands.
Customer Spotlight: Smitty’s Canada
Smitty’s Canada Launches Enterprise Multi-location Management "Welcome to Smitty’s, a cherished Canadian dining destination that has been serving up delicious meals and warm hospitality since 1960. With over 60 years of experience, we have grown from a single...
How Restaurants Can Use Technology to Get Ready for Patio Season
As the weather warms and days grow longer, diners start looking for one thing—patio season. For restaurants, this seasonal shift brings opportunity, but also challenges. Managing an influx of guests outdoors, optimizing service flow, and maintaining high standards...
From Kitchen Table to Culinary Empire: The Impact of Mothers on Restaurateurs
Behind every great restaurateur, there’s often a mother who helped spark the dream. As we celebrate Mother’s Day, it’s a chance to honor the women who laid the foundation for countless culinary careers—not just through recipes and home-cooked meals, but through their...
Untapped Areas of Profitability in a Full-Service Restaurant
Running a successful full-service restaurant isn’t just about serving great food—it’s about maximizing profitability in ways that go beyond the standard revenue streams. While menu pricing and food costs are critical factors, there are often overlooked opportunities...
Maximizing Full-Service Restaurant Efficiency: How QSR Automations and Squirrel Systems Work Together
In full-service restaurants, operational efficiency and accuracy are crucial to delivering a seamless dining experience. The integration of QSR Automations with Squirrel Systems provides restaurant operators with a powerful tool to enhance kitchen workflows, reduce...
Squirrel Systems Celebrates the Canadian Restaurant industry at Restaurants Canada 2025
Founded and proudly headquartered in Canada, Squirrel enters its 41st year of empowering the Canadian restaurant industry. At the Restaurants Canada Show 2025 (April 7–9 at Enercare Centre, Toronto), Squirrel is excited to showcase the latest innovations in...
International Women’s Day: 2025 Hospitality Edition
International Women's Day (IWD), celebrated annually on March 8th, honors the achievements and contributions of women worldwide. The 2025 theme, "Accelerate Action," emphasizes the urgency of advancing gender equality across all sectors....
2025 Restaurant Food Trends: What’s On the Menu for the Future?
As we look ahead to 2025, the restaurant industry is poised for significant transformations driven by consumer preferences, technological advancements, and a heightened focus on sustainability. Whether you're an operator, chef, or food enthusiast, understanding these...
Top 10 Must-Have Restaurant Technologies for 2025: Elevating Your Operations and Guest Experience
In the fast-paced and ever-evolving restaurant industry, technology is more important than ever. Whether you're running a fast-casual concept or a fine-dining establishment, embracing the right technology can help optimize operations, enhance customer experience, and...