Online dining reservation companies push Valentine’s bookings
For companies like San Francisco-based online restaurant reservation giant OpenTable, Valentine’s Day is a prime time for marketing to consumers about planning a special day.
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Robust Valentine restaurant reservations a sign that economy is on the mend
In a recent survey, sent to OpenTable customers across the country, more than half of respondents said they planned to dine out on Valentine’s Day. Predicted average check: $139 for a dinner for two.
Late-night snack — San Jose eatery seeks permit to stay open until 3 a.m.
The owner of The Kebab Shack wants to join other restaurants near San Jose State University in staying open well past midnight. The process has been full of obstacles.
SF’s OpenTable revenue up as more diners make restaurant reservations online
As more restaurants offer online reservation options and more diners use the service, San Francisco company OpenTable jumps ahead of competitors, announcing higher-than-expected revenue.
Valentine’s restaurant reservations top last year, signaling economic improvement
Eighty-nine percent of surveyed respondents will dine out for Valentine’s Day this year, according to data released by OpenTable, the online restaurant reservation company. Does this indicate the economy is on the mend?