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Designing a restaurant goes far beyond aesthetics; it’s about functionality, flow, and creating an environment that enhances both customer experience and kitchen efficiency. Many restaurateurs underestimate how poor design decisions can affect service speed, staff workflow, and even profit margins. To help you plan smarter, this guide outlines six of the most common restaurant design mistakes and how you can avoid them. 1. Ignoring Space Planning and Workflow A beautiful dini

The restaurant industry is evolving rapidly, embracing technology, sustainability, and customer-focused experiences. As owners and chefs redefine what it means to deliver exceptional dining atmospheres, design has become as important as the menu itself. From smart layouts to modular spaces and eco-friendly interiors, 2026 is shaping up to be a year where form and function work together seamlessly. Outdoor Dining Becomes a Permanent Design Element The shift toward outdoor dini

How Long Does a Commercial Kitchen Design Take in 2025?

In a commercial kitchen, workflow is everything. A well-designed layout minimizes unnecessary movement, prevents traffic jams, and ensures safety and efficiency, especially during peak service hours. But achieving that kind of optimized kitchen design? That’s where many restaurant owners hit a wall. The traditional design process can be long, repetitive, and disconnected from the real needs of your kitchen. You explain your vision, wait for a layout, suggest edits, and repeat

Designing a small restaurant space comes with unique challenges—and serious potential. From maximizing functionality to setting the right...

Why Kitchen Design Matters Opening or running a restaurant is risky; research shows that around 17% fail in the first year, 19% in the second, and 14% by year three. While not quite the 90% failure rate you may have heard, it's still significant. A major factor? Poor layout planning and inefficient operations. Many restaurants don't become profitable until 6-24 months after opening, and wasted resources or costly reworks can kill momentum. This is where a foodservice design c

Designing a Fast-casual restaurant? Start with These 5 Must-Know Layout and Design Strategies Fast-casual restaurants sit squarely...

A restaurant's success isn't just about good food or a trendy menu; it starts with smart design. Even the best ingredients and chefs won't save you if your kitchen is cramped or your dining area is awkwardly laid out. Your restaurant floor plan affects how staff move, how customers experience the space, and ultimately, how profitable your business can be. Whether you're designing a new space or renovating an old one, this guide breaks down 7 essential factors to consider for

Outdoor dining continues to thrive across Long Island, offering restaurants a unique way to attract guests, increase seating capacity, and elevate the dining experience. But designing a stylish and functional outdoor dining space, especially one that works all year, isn't always easy. At Label Foodservice, we help restaurants craft high-performing dining areas with thoughtful design and premium equipment. In this guide, we'll explore how to design an outdoor dining space on L

The Summit at One Vanderbilt isn't just one of Manhattan's tallest and most iconic skyscrapers; it's a destination. Standing 1,401 feet tall and towering above Midtown, this 93-story marvel boasts 1.6 million square feet of premium office and retail space. But what truly elevates this space, literally and figuratively, is the culinary experience atop its observation deck, where LaBel Foodservice played a key role. A Landmark in Design, Engineering, and Dining The Observation

The Key Smarter Kitchens and Unforgettable Foodservice Design Consultants In the world of hospitality architecture, collaboration is the cornerstone of innovation. And when it comes to designing foodservice spaces within hotels, resorts, and restaurants, one alliance stands above the rest: hospitality architects partnering with experienced foodservice design consultants . This collaboration transforms complex kitchen concepts into operational masterpieces, blending culinary f