Restaurants are places where one can relax and enjoy the company of friends. Most people say that they would rather have a dining experience at a restaurant than cook dinner and clean up at home. We can’t say that we blame them, either, as there’s something wonderful about dressing up and going out to eat. Today, we’re going to look at the top 5 independent restaurants in America (Source: Restaurant Business Online)
- Tao Asian Bistro, Las Vegas, NV – This one comes in at the top with sales of $64.6 million dollars a year, eclipsing the second on the list by nearly $30 million.
- Joe’s Stone Crab, Miami Beach, FL – The $35.3 million that it makes each year is nothing to sneeze at. It’s got an average check of $65.
- Old Ebbitt Grill, Washington, DC - $26.6 million strong and a $40 average check makes this one a restaurant to go to just to experience. You don’t have to break the piggy bank to have good food.
- Smith & Wollensky, New York City, NY - $25.6 million with a $92 average check. They’re serving it up right to their patrons.
- Lavo Italian Restaurant, Las Vegas, NV - $24 million and a $65 average check.
These restaurants, whether you’re talking about Tao’s floating Buddha statue or the fact that the Ebbitt Grill is also one of the largest restaurants in the US, provide an experience for their patrons, something which people are drawn to. It’s not simply the commercial ovens, it’s the way that it all comes together. What does your restaurant do to bring that special experience to the diners?
