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ImStillMags > wrote:

> I have a question for this group.
>
> I'm asking because I have three separate business plans and three
> separate concepts done for restaurants. Most of you know I've been a
> restaurant owner. The food business is my first love.

I sincerely wish you the best of luck in that field. :-)
>
> I'm interested to hear from you, fellow foodies, about your thoughts
> on what constitutes 'your favorite place'.

It varies.
>
> What makes a restaurant most appealing to you.

A good combination of reasonable prices and atmosphere!

> What is it that keeps you going back.

See above, and pleasant service.

> What about the selection of dishes.

Variable pricing. Sometimes I want to splurge, other days, I want to eat
light and dine on good appetizers.

> Breakfast

Basics, with available variations. Substitutions to the menu are a must.
Within reason of course.<g>

> Lunch

Soups, salads, light entree's under $10.00.

> Dinner

Variety!

> Bar

The usual. I'm not that picky about that.

> Staff.....talk about the ideal restaurant staff, servers, bartenders,

Personable.

> hostesses, etc.
> Decor
> Ambiance
> Location

Convenient to the central freeway.

> Surroundings
> Is it one particular cuisine or a selection of dishes?

Variety. American, Italian, Chinese,,,

fusion.

>
> Really think about why you like a particular place and consider it
> your go-to place when you want to go out to eat.
>
> Any thoughts you have are most appreciated.

Good food at a good price with personable servers and a decorative,
festive atmosphere.

NO LOUD MUSIC and most important, NO OVER SALTING!

Over-salting of dishes is what deters me from eating out more than
anything else!
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