DC Reeves, Owner and Co-Founder of Perfect Plain Brewing Co is in the studio today sharing what launched him into the craft beer world and how craft beer can impact a community.Michael wraps up the interview with rapid-fire questions where DC tells how much budget he would plan if he were rebuilding Perfect Plain today, and gives a budget breakdown on how he keeps his establishment profitable.Join Michael Carro, host of The Restaurant Realty in 10, for this engaging interview with entrepreneu...
Nov 17, 2020
12 min
Today Michael is joined by Alan Nickelsen, Executive VP and Commercial Banking Manager of Synovus Bank in Pensacola, FL.Alan shares the challenges that restaurants face to receive loans for building out and purchasing equipment for spaces that they lease. He shares which loans typically work for this type of restaurant owner, and what you can expect during the loan application process.Episode Highlights:SBA loans are government-backed loans that can help restaurant owners who lease thei...
Oct 20, 2020
8 min
Creating a consistant customer experience is all about the details. In this episode of The Restaurant Realty in 10, Will Shaw from Integrated Surroundings shares why automated system controls can enhance your customer experience. He discusses how these systems work and which brands he recommends the most to restaurant owners.For more information on The Restaurant Realty in 10 or to get the show notes head over to TheRestaurantRealty.com Subscribe to get new episodes that prov...
Sep 29, 2020
5 min
Lighting Expert, Will Shaw of Integrated Surroundings jumps into this episode of The Restaurant Realty in 10 to share his insight on using lighting to create the perfect atmosphere in your restaurant.What's in this Episode:Find out how to balance lighting across your restaurantDiscussion on how many lumens create a nice dining environmentDetails on how to transition your restaurant from a brighter lunch-time lighting to nice dinner lighting. PRO-TIP: Avoid a harsh manual transition!For m...
Sep 22, 2020
9 min
Closing a restaurant is not an easy decision. Today's episode of The Restaurant Realty in 10 host, Michael Carro, walks you through the steps you should take to make the process as simple as possible.When and How to Tell Your Staff That The Restaurant Is ClosingHow to Handle Subscriptions and Vendor ContractsHow to Properly Shut Down the Building to Avoid DamagePRO-TIP: If you are considering closing your restaurant make sure to reach out to your restaurant broker. You may be able to find a w...
Sep 1, 2020
8 min
In today's episode of The Restaurant Realty in 10 our host, Michael Carro has Greg Hazard back to discuss how you can optimize labor schedule at your restaurant.Greg has over 30 years of experience streamlining restaurant expenses to capitalize on opportunities to improve profit margins. Today Greg shares his tips for ensuring you have all hands on deck when you need it most, and how employee training time can impact a restaurant budget in unexpected ways.Episode Highlights4 key areas where y...
Aug 25, 2020
8 min
Food Hall popularity is growing quickly and you are seeing them pop up in unexpected places around the world.It may leave you asking if a food hall would make sense within your development? Or how could you maximize your unique site to serve multiple restaurant operators?In today's episode of The Restaurant Realty in 10 host, Michael Carro is joined by Food Hall Expert, Andy Simpson with Hospitality Design and Development to discuss what should be considered and planned for as a developer tak...
Aug 18, 2020
9 min
How much does adding a hood system to a restaurant kitchen cost? How does a hood system function? What type of upkeep should you plan on to properly maintain a restaurant hood system...and avoid a fire hazard?All this and more in today's episode.Host, Michael Carro, is joined by Don Theriot, Founder, and Owner of Kesco, Kitchen Equipment & Supply Co. Don explains how a hood system works within your restaurant and how to ensure it is properly maintained.Episode Quick Reference No...
Aug 11, 2020
10 min
*This episode was recorded remotely so please excuse the sound quality.Purchasing the best income-producing property for you depends on many personal factors such as risk tolerance and desired ROI.In today's episode of The Restaurant Realty in 10 we walk you through the basic principles and considerations of purchasing a property with a lease in place.These Triple Net (NNN) or Cap Rate Investments are one of the ways you can use commercial real estate to build personal wealth.For more informa...
Aug 4, 2020
9 min
Avoiding Loud Restaurants, Sound Absorption vs Sound Masking, and Choosing the Right Music Source. On today's episode of The Restaurant Realty in 10 host, Michael Carro, is joined by Will Shaw of Integrated Surroundings. Episode Highlights:How to Balance the Sound Floor of Your RestaurantWhen is Pink Noise Effective Why the Wrong Music Source Could Cost a Whole Lot More Than You May Think ($20,000 more in some cases!)For more information on The Restaurant Realty in 10 or to get the...
Jul 30, 2020
11 min