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If you already own a restaurant and are looking for a way to renovate it without spending a fortune, or if you are just opening a restaurant and want to ensure it looks premium from the offset, there are a few things you can do. You want your restaurant to strike the balance between feeling special but also welcoming and don’t want your customers to think you have scrimped and don’t care what they think. The way you furnish and decorate your restaurant can speak volumes about its quality and if people are put off when they enter the door, it’s going to put an instant downer on their whole experience. No matter why you are looking to elevate your restaurant feel, we have you covered with some different ideas that should uplift it in no time at all.
Invest in some proper tablecloths
The way the table looks is an important part of displaying the right image for diners coming to your restaurant. It’s a good idea to invest in restaurant quality tablecloths that reflect a high-quality image. You want them to be thick enough that they look premium but you also don’t need to spend a fortune. Some people invest in paper ones as they can easily be thrown away at the end of the meal but they can give off the impression that you are scrimping on money and might not be the image that you want to reflect. You could also look at patterned ones, but the safest option tends to be going for white so it’s easy to clean and works with any color scheme that your restaurant has. They’re also easy and simple to replace.
Think about the cutlery and glassware that you use
In a similar way that the tablecloths can reflect the image of your restaurant, your cutlery and glassware can too. It’s a good idea to get some high-quality cutlery that feels heavier on the hand and is comfortable to hold and use. With glassware you want it to look interesting and be more delicate. The only thing you need to consider is if it is too flimsy it could break easily and you will end up having to replace them more often which could be costly. It’s also a good idea to invest in wine buckets and champagne buckets to keep your guests drinks cold and also make them feel like they’re having an extra special experience.
Consider the lighting of the restaurant
Lighting is another aspect you need to consider and it has the ability to totally transform a space. Think carefully about the vibe you are looking to give off. If you are wanting to exude a more romantic and intimate atmosphere then you want to opt for lower level lighting. This could be in the form of floor lighting and wall lighting that can be dimmed in the evening or left at that level all the time. If you are looking for more of a family vibe, it’s better to have a more bright feel with ceiling lights or colorful lighting. Sites such as Pinterest can be a great source of inspiration for you to check out.
Carefully plan how many tables you will have
The amount of tables that you have in your restaurant and the way that you spread them out is another way to change the look and feel of your website. You want the tables to be far apart enough that they feel like they have enough space and intimacy, yet you don’t want them to feel too far apart that there is no atmosphere in the restaurant. Don’t be afraid to try out different arrangements and find the one that works best for you.
Decide what you want on the walls
Wall decorations are another important element that can elevate the feel of your restaurant. You could add some big canvases with art that add an eclectic and sophisticated feel. If that doesn’t work with the feel you are going for, you could also put up things such as awards and accolades that your restaurant has won, or work by local artists. There are so many choices of things you can add!
Make sure it is as clean as possible
Cleanliness is another very important factor for restaurants and while you might have exemplary hygiene standards in the kitchen, you need to make sure your restaurant floor is squeaky clean too. This involves dusting regularly to ensure there isn’t any dust, cleaning the floors and fixing any snags that might arise such as chipped tables or glassware. These might all seem like little things but you would be surprised at just how much of an impact they can have to the overall feel and quality of your restaurant. As well as general cleans and maintenance it’s important to have a deep clean regularly too.
Invest in the exterior of your restaurant
Once you have made the interior of your restaurant exactly how you want it, it’s time to focus on the exterior. This will be the first part of the restaurant that your customers will see so you need to make a good, lasting impression. In order to do this, make sure the facade is pristine and invest in plants and flowers to go out the front. You also want some nice lighting so people can find it in the dark and are instantly wowed when they approach. Think about your restaurant sign too!
These are just a few ways that you can elevate the feel of your restaurant in no time at all. Your restaurant is essentially your store front and people will judge it before they have even tried the food. You could have the best tasting dishes in the world but if the experience doesn’t match up then customers will just be disappointed. Making your restaurant feel nice doesn’t mean it has to be fancy and pretentious. It just needs to be cozy, homey and welcoming, feeling clean and be somewhere that people want to spend time in. Have you owned a restaurant before, or do you regularly go to restaurants and know what to look for? What quality would be important for you?