Design
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- The Editors
In a reader survey fielded in October, restaurant development + design magazine asked readers what design trend had the greatest impact on restaurant projects in 2025. The open-ended responses ranged from cheeky to sincere. Here's what they said.
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- Lisa White
Whether a high-end establishment or fast-casual eatery, restaurant design trends are centered around having a brand voice and identity, then homing in on it.
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- Peter Fabris
With a tight labor market and minimum wage rising in some states, new technology can be a game-changer for food and beverage brands, particularly in the QSR space.
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- Amanda Baltazar
COVID-19 brought big changes to the way Americans eat. Pickup and delivery became the norm for diners during the pandemic, and these methods of procuring food from restaurants have remained popular.
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- Rebecca Kilbreath
In this issue, we’re covering big trends, big ideas, and providing some important case studies. And, in doing so, we’re also giving you a sneak peek at what you can expect from restaurant development + design magazine as it continues to evolve into 2026.
- Design
- The Editors
An intimate, nostalgia-inspired lounge pays homage to the original tavern run by Sam Gilbert in the 1960s and ’70s.
