38% of Restaurants Reported No Profit

According to the National Restaurant Association's 2024 State of the Restaurant Industry report, 38% of restaurants were unprofitable last year. The primary cause? A lack of a structured plan to consistently attract new customers and turn them into repeat patrons.

50% of Restaurant Have No Plan

When restaurants are surveyed they found out that 50% had no formal plan of how to attract new customers and turn them into repeat patrons. While 32% said they planned on making the investment into marketing technology, promotions, and loyalty programs.

Our Solutions Work Together Like Your Front & Back of House to Keep Your Customers Coming Back For More!

Boost Your Reputation

Your restaurant’s reputation can make or break your business. With 90% of diners checking online reviews before visiting, maintaining a strong reputation is crucial for attracting and retaining customers.

  • Collect More Positive Reviews: Encourage satisfied customers to leave reviews on platforms like Google and Yelp, boosting your visibility and reputation.

  • Manage Negative Feedback: Capture and address negative feedback privately before it becomes a public review, turning issues into opportunities for improvement.

  • Stay Alert and Responsive: Receive real-time alerts for new reviews, allowing you to respond quickly and show customers you care.

70% of Revenue is Repeat Customers

Repeat customers are critical to a restaurant's success, accounting for up to 70% of sales in some cases. Despite this, many restaurants lack a structured approach to nurturing customer loyalty, resulting in missed revenue opportunities and inconsistent business.

Create Repeat Raving Fans

At Upbeat Local, we understand the value of repeat customers. Our Street to Seat Marketing System is designed to keep your customers coming back. We provide personalized offers, loyalty programs, and automated follow-ups that turn one-time diners into loyal regulars.

Haven't Seen Your Regulars Lately? Here's How to Bring Them Back...

Celebrate with Us: Make their day special with a personalized birthday offer.

Special Treatment: Invite customers back for holidays and anniversaries.

We Miss You: Bring your loyal regulars back with a special offer to stop by.

Unlock Referral Power

Word-of-mouth referrals are one of the most powerful ways to grow your restaurant's customer base. When satisfied customers recommend your restaurant to friends and family, they bring in new patrons who are more likely to become loyal customers. In fact, studies show that people are 4X more likely to buy when referred by a friend.

  • Encourage Referrals: We make it easy for your customers to refer their friends. Our system sends automated invitations to satisfied customers, encouraging them to share their positive experiences with others.

  • Reward Loyalty: Incentivize referrals with rewards that matter. Our referral program allows you to offer discounts, free items, or other perks to customers who bring in new business, turning your happiest patrons into brand ambassadors.

  • Track and Measure Success: Our system provides real-time tracking and analytics, so you can see how effective your referral program is. Understand where your new customers are coming from and which offers are driving the most referrals.

Why is it so hard to reach new customers with ads?

Advertising can be confusing and overwhelming. With multiple platforms, algorithms, and settings to manage, many restaurant owners feel lost. They often end up spending money without seeing real results.

Our Street to Seat Marketing System uses a 3-click ad automation system that makes it easy to run effective ad campaigns. We handle the complex setup, so you can focus on what you do best—running your restaurant.

Why are ads often not profitable for restaurants?

Many restaurants find that ads don't bring in enough business to justify the cost. This is usually because they lack targeted offer, no automated follow up, and over priced ad management fees.

Our system uses targeted ads that reach the right audience—people who are most likely to become your customers. We create compelling offers and messages that resonate with your target market, and automate follow up to get your new customer in the door.

Isn’t running ads expensive and time-consuming?

Hiring agencies to manage ads can be costly, and doing it yourself can be time-consuming and confusing. Many owners feel they are either overpaying or not getting the desired results.

With our system, you get the benefits of professional ad management without the high costs. We offer a simple, affordable solution that automates your ad campaigns, saving you time and money while maximizing your ROI.

Do ads even work for local restaurants like mine?

Many local restaurant owners are skeptical about the effectiveness of ads, believing they only work for big brands or large-scale campaigns. Concerns about high costs, the complexity of ad management, and the fear that ads won't bring in real customers often deter smaller establishments from leveraging digital advertising.

Ads can absolutely work for local restaurants—if done correctly. At Upbeat Local, we specialize in making digital advertising accessible and effective for restaurants of all sizes. Our system uses hyper-local targeting to reach people in your immediate area who are most likely to visit your restaurant. We craft tailored ad content that resonates with your target market, paired with compelling offers to drive foot traffic. Plus, with our automated follow-up system, we ensure those who see your ads are encouraged to take action, turning potential interest into actual visits.

How can I even know if my ads are working?

Many restaurant owners struggle to see a clear ROI from their ads because they don’t have access to real-time performance data or analytics. Plus it can be hard to tell if someone came in because of you ad, and review, or a friend.

Upbeat Local provides detailed analytics and reporting tools that show you exactly how your ads are performing. You can see metrics like customer engagement, conversion rates, and revenue generated, making it easy to track success and optimize your campaigns. You will know were all of your customers are coming from now on 😊