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Running a successful craft brewery is not only about great beer, it’s about delivering an enjoyable, memorable experience. Often, that involves providing not just a pint, but offering guests the ability to eat, socialize, and have the total experience without leaving your taproom. However, adding another revenue stream requires a thoughtful strategy and flawless operational execution. In this article we explore the advantages of adding food at a brewery and provide real life considerations of what it takes to do so profitably.
More restaurants, breweries, and food halls are ditching clunky legacy systems and making the switch to tablet-based POS (point-of-sale) systems. A Tablet POS isn’t just a modern convenience—it’s a game-changer for reducing order errors, streamlining service, and keeping both staff and guests happy.
Outdoor dining has always been a guest favorite, but in recent years, it has become a must-have for restaurants looking to maximize seating capacity, enhance guest experience, and boost
Red Willow on Main began in 2015 when Delana Gorman and her sister started their catering company. They wanted to share their love for food and bring people together. At first, they ran the business out of local kitchens and facilities. For three years, they honed their skills, built their reputation, and developed strong relationships in their local community.
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A well-trained coffee shop team is the backbone of a thriving business. From crafting the perfect latte to delivering excellent customer service, every staff member plays a vital role in creating a seamless and enjoyable experience for customers. Proper training ensures that employees not only understand the technical skills of brewing and serving coffee but also develop the ability to work efficiently, handle rush periods, and represent the brand’s values.
Whistle Taproom, located in the heart of downtown Cleveland, is the city’s premier self-pour taproom and a game-day hotspot. Perfectly positioned between Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse and Progressive Field, it attracts waves of fans before and after Cavs and Guardians games, offering an interactive, high-energy drinking and dining experience.
Running a successful bar isn’t just about pouring the perfect cocktail—it’s about speed, efficiency, and keeping the good times flowing. Whether it’s a packed happy hour, a live music night, or a VIP guest expecting top-tier service, your Point-of-Sale (POS) system needs to keep up.
Nestled in the heart of Tuckahoe, NY, Broken Bow Brewery is a family-owned and operated craft brewery that has been serving award-winning beers for nearly 12 years. Built on passion and tradition, everything—from brewing and canning to sales and marketing—is handled within the family. As a majority women-owned brewery, they’ve created a space where quality, community, and craft beer culture thrive.
Self-ordering kiosks are transforming how entertainment venues handle food and beverage sales, creating a smoother, faster, and more engaging experience for guests. By eliminating bottlenecks at concession stands, integrating with gaming systems, and offering personalized ordering options, kiosks are redefining how families interact with hospitality-driven entertainment spaces.
Food trucks offer an exciting opportunity for entrepreneurs to enter the food and beverage industry with lower overhead than a traditional restaurant. While the cost to launch a food truck business can vary widely, understanding the true financial investment is essential to long-term success.
Pour Taproom, located in the heart of Midtown Atlanta, is redefining the craft beer experience with its innovative self-serve model. Nestled in one of the city’s busiest districts, this three-story taproom boasts over 80 rotating beer and wine taps, a curated cocktail menu, and a full kitchen serving elevated American fare.
Hoppin’ Brands, a fast-growing bar franchise concept, boasts over 60 self-serve beers on tap through PourMyBeer walls, complemented by cocktail bars that allow for personalized guest service. However, the company encountered numerous difficulties with their previous point-of-sale (POS) system. The check-in process for guests was inefficient, and the outdated system necessitated an additional PourMyBeer screen, resulting in wasted time and extra steps for the staff. To improve operations and enhance guest satisfaction, Hoppin’ Brands pursued a seamless and efficient solution, choosing GoTab, a cutting-edge entertainment commerce platform aimed at streamlining service due to its seamless integration with PourMyBeer.
Integrating your Point of Sale (POS) system with your Brewery Management System is the next step toward growth, efficiency, and delegation as a business owner. By combining the two, you improve operational transparency, streamline reporting, and enhance data analysis, making your business more profitable and easier to manage.
Food halls are a force to be reckoned with in the hospitality world—offering diverse menus, fast-paced service, and a communal dining experience that attracts everyone from foodies to casual diners. But with multiple vendors operating under one roof, managing orders, payments, and customer flow can get chaotic fast.
Efficiency. Speed. Higher sales. If you run a Quick Service Restaurant (QSR), these are the holy grail of success. But as labor costs rise and customer expectations grow, keeping up can feel like running a marathon in a crowded kitchen.
A coffee shop without food is like a great novel without a second chapter—something’s missing. Coffee is the main attraction, but the right food menu can boost sales, keep customers lingering longer, and turn your café into a go-to destination.
Running a coffee shop isn’t just about crafting the perfect espresso—it’s about keeping operations smooth, customers happy, and sales flowing. A great Coffee Shop Point of Sale (POS) system is the backbone of a successful café.
The Golden Mill, an award-winning multi-level, 15,000-square-foot food hall in Golden, CO, delivers an unmatched experience with a 56-tap self-pour wall, five food vendors, and some of the best views in the city.
A guest checks into their hotel room after a long day of travel, kicks off their shoes, and sinks into the comfort of a perfectly made bed. Their stomach rumbles, and they decide to order room service. In the past, this would mean searching for a paper menu, dialing the front desk, waiting on hold, and hoping their food arrives on time and as expected. But in 2025, guests expect a faster, more seamless experience—one that GoTab makes possible.
