Cloud POS vs. Traditional POS: Which Is Better for Restaurants?
Running a restaurant involves juggling many tasks, and the point-of-sale (POS) system sits at the heart of it all. The type of POS you choose – traditional or cloud-based – can have a big impact on your daily operations, costs, and ability to adapt. In fact, as recently as 2022, 81% of independent restaurants were […]
How to Integrate Your POS System with Sauce
Imagine the counter at your restaurant: cluttered with multiple tablets for DoorDash, Uber Eats, Grubhub – each buzzing with orders. Your staff scrambles to re-enter these orders into your Point-of-Sale (POS) system while your profits shrink from hefty commission fees. Juggling several tablets and manually inputting orders not only slows down your workflow but also […]
10 Tips to Optimize Your Online Ordering Menu for More Sales
Online ordering has become a major revenue channel for restaurants, growing much faster than traditional dine-in service. However, not all online ordering platforms are created equal. Third-party delivery apps may bring extra visibility, but they often charge steep commissions (up to 30% per order) and limit how you can present your menu. These fees cut […]
Restaurant Email Marketing 101: Tips to Keep Customers Coming Back
Email marketing might seem old-school in the age of TikTok and online ads, but for restaurants it remains one of the highest-ROI marketing tools available. How high? For every $1 spent on email marketing, restaurants can see an estimated $36–$42 in return – dramatically outperforming social media ads. Yet despite this potential, only about a quarter […]
Restaurant Mobile App vs. Website: Which Is Best for Online Ordering?
As online ordering becomes ubiquitous in the restaurant industry, owners face a pivotal question: should we invest in a dedicated mobile app or rely on a mobile-friendly website for customers to order food? The stakes are high—digital ordering and delivery have grown 300% faster than dine-in traffic since 2014, and 60% of U.S. consumers now order takeout […]
Top Restaurant Technology Trends to Watch in 2025
The restaurant industry is being reshaped by a wave of innovative technologies. From the kitchen to the front-of-house, digital tools and automation are redefining how restaurants operate and engage customers. Forward-thinking restaurateurs are embracing these trends not just to streamline operations, but to meet rising guest expectations in a tech-savvy world. In fact, 55% of […]
Restaurant Mobile App vs. Website: Which Is Best for Online Ordering?
As online ordering becomes ubiquitous in the restaurant industry, owners face a pivotal question: should we invest in a dedicated mobile app or rely on a mobile-friendly website for customers to order food? The stakes are high—digital ordering and delivery have grown 300% faster than dine-in traffic since 2014, and 60% of U.S. consumers now order takeout […]
In-House Delivery vs. Sauce’s First-Party Delivery: Which Is Better for Restaurants?
When third-party delivery apps take a hefty 20–30% cut of each order, many restaurant owners feel pressure to handle delivery themselves. In-house delivery promises more control, no commission fees, and a direct connection to your customers. But running your own delivery fleet comes with hidden costs and headaches that can eat into those savings. Fortunately, there’s […]
10 Questions to Ask Before Choosing an Online Ordering System
Online ordering has become a lifeline for restaurants, but not all ordering systems are created equal. Choosing the right platform can mean the difference between boosting your profits or seeing them eroded by fees. As a restaurant owner, it’s crucial to evaluate your options carefully. In fact, 70% of consumers say they prefer to order […]