The Restaurant RoadMap

The Restaurant Roadmap is a practical podcast for building and running a successful restaurant. Each episode covers the full operational journey—from planning and development to menu design, execution, and growth. Hosts Danny Bendas, Amanda Stokes, and Chef Eric Lauer share decades of experience alongside industry leaders and restaurant pros, breaking down real strategies, tools, and lessons to improve performance, strengthen teams, and elevate the guest experience. Whether you’re opening your first location or refining an established brand, you’ll walk away with clearer next steps and more confidence.

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Building a Concept That Works — From Vision to Market Fit

In this episode, we explain what it really takes to develop a restaurant concept that stands out, connects with guests, and increases profitability. From balancing passion with strategy to understanding your target market and creating a crave-worthy signature dish, this episode is packed with insights to help you build smarter, not harder.
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Rebuilding Catering: Solving the People and Pipeline Problem

In this episode of the The Restaurant Roadmap, we dig into two of the biggest challenges in catering today; people and pipeline. From staffing shortages to stalled sales, hosts explore how to rebuild catering programs that are profitable, sustainable, and team-driven.
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Budgets, Cash Flow, and Their Impact on Restaurant Operations

In this episode, we explore the vital role that budgets and cash flow play in maintaining a restaurant's smooth, profitable, and sustainable operation. Whether you manage a single location or multiple sites, understanding how to forecast, allocate, and safeguard your financial resources is essential for achieving long-term success.
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Kitchen Ops: Keeping BOH Running Smoothly Pt 1

In this episode, we walk through the critical daily kitchen operations that keep the back of house running efficiently and consistently.
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Leading the Right Way: Accountability, Ownership & Delegation

Danny, Amanda, and Eric from Synergy Restaurant Consultants break down what it really takes to lead effectively in restaurants today. They share how to build accountability, inspire ownership, delegate smarter, and handle tough conversations with confidence — so you can develop stronger teams and lead without burning out.
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The GM Factor: How Leadership Drives Restaurant Success

From staffing and giving feedback to managing difficult team members and leading across generations, the hosts reveal how strong leadership drives both happier employees and better guest experiences.
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