Restaurant Insights & Strategies

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The True Cost of Third-Party Delivery Commissions for Canadian Restaurants

A single $50 order on a third-party delivery app can cost your restaurant $15 in commissions. Over a year, that adds up to thousands. Here's the real math.

September 11, 2026 4 min read
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Profitability

The Hidden Cost of "Free" Online Ordering: Why Your POS Menu Is Hurting Your Sales

Your POS menu is costing you money. Learn how optimizing your restaurant's online ordering menu for the customer (not staff speed) boosts conversion rates and increases average basket size by 33%.

December 2, 2025 6 min read
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Profitability

Taking Back Control: Why Dine Local is the Smartest Choice for Your Ontario Restaurant

Stop paying huge commissions. Dine Local offers independent Ontario restaurants a commission-free online ordering platform with predictable pricing, delivery automation, and full customer data ownership.

September 26, 2025 5 min read
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Profitability

The True Cost of Delivery: Comparing Restaurant Delivery Options

Comparing restaurant delivery options between 3rd party delivery platforms and the Dine Local model that gives more control to the restaurant.

February 6, 2025 3 min read
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Profitability

To Discount or Not to Discount: A Guide for Restaurant Owners

To discount or not to discount in your restaurant. Here are some strategies to maximize performance and minimize risks.

January 31, 2025 4 min read
"More Money In Your Pocket" Tax Changes
Profitability

"More Money In Your Pocket" Tax Changes

Dine Local will be ready for the "More Money In Your Pocket" tax changes announced in Canada today. Here is a summary of restaurant impacts.

November 21, 2024 2 min read
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Profitability

Big Apps vs Direct Delivery with Dine Local

Consider the big picture in the decision between big apps vs direct delivery with Dine Local for your restaurant.

October 31, 2024 5 min read

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