Downtown Diner

Why I Don’t Drink Budweiser…and Why I’m Not Alone

Budweiser has always been far more about marketing than beer. The founder of Anheuser Busch, Adolphus Busch, refused to drink his own brew, calling it “that slop” (he was German, of cou…

Perfect Picnic Menu: 50+ Make Ahead Picnic Recipes

What makes the perfect picnic menu? Make ahead picnic recipes, of course! Prepare the perfect picnic with these sandwiches, appetizers, salads, and more!

America's Favorite Food Chains map hoax: Molly's or Melty's in Ohio? Skyline Chili in West Virginia?

West Virginia does not have any Skyline Chili locations.

How to Survive a Fancy Formal Dinner

It's that time of year. Office holiday parties are coming up, families get together for the holidays, and we slowly start to dread the fancy, formal parties that flood our calendars. Don't worry! As long as you know what to expect, formal affairs aren't difficult. With a little knowledge and some common sense, you can even enjoy them. Here's how.

Why home-cooked food never tastes like restaurant food

Why over-the-top burgers are ruining the beauty of an American classic

RANT | Luxe toppings and impractical stacking do not make for an enjoyable meal.

How millennials are changing restaurant service

Millennials and their digital habits and desire for convenience are driving major changes in the restaurant industry.

How to Expand Your Restaurant Service into Catering

Start small and build your restaurant towards larger events so that your catering customer experiences amazing service and great food, every time.

Tipping Guidelines For Non-Restaurant Services

Tipping etiquette outside of restaurant can feel like a gray area. These guidelines will help.

What's the Difference Between a Restaurant Service Fee and a Tip?

Nowadays, it seems that U.S. consumers are being asked to shell out more in tips and service charges than ever before. But is there a difference between the two?

How to Control Cost of Food & Labor in a Restaurant Service

Costs are part of any business, but you can minimize costs by pricing your food correctly and maximizing staff productivity.

What makes great restaurant service? Tastemakers nominees provide thoughtful touches

When it comes to service, certain stock phrases indicate that a restaurant may be going through the motions or, even worse, indifferent to the satisfaction of their patrons. "Are you ...

Tablet Menus Can Improve Restaurant Service and Even Boost Tips

Instead of handing customers a flat paper menu listing Burgers and Bottles’ many gourmet burgers or 50-plus beers, servers direct their attention to something shinier.

Knives Are Out for No-Show Diners

Some high-end chefs and restaurants are fighting back—from charging people who don't cancel in time to using Twitter and other social media to call out no-shows.

How Did the Diner Menu Get So Long?

You can get just about anything at an American diner. This illustrated history has some insights into why.

How To Make a Diner-Style Patty Melt With Caramelized Onions

Nicole McLaughlin, aka NicoleMcmom, shows you how to make a patty melt — from caramelizing the onions to building and grilling the sandwich to mouthwatering perfection.

9 NJ diner desserts that are well worth the calories

Rice pudding, we will always love you. But when it comes to dessert, these diners are going big.

How Do Restaurants Handle Notorious and Infamous Diners?

Options are limited for chefs and owners when a notorious diner decides they’re hungry.

Black Bear Diner: Are You Hungry Yet? Survey

Black Bear Diner: Are You Hungry Yet? Survey. Just for fun!