ODM have compiled a list of 100 key products for bars & restaurants. This list can be used by procurement professionals as a checklist for restaurants – it also showcases the sheer scope of the work our buying office does. This list is by no way complete since we have stopped at 100, so please feel free to add to our list on the comment section.
We have categorised products under the following main headings… Staff Uniform / Decor / Utensils / POS Display / Advertising / Gifts.
Staff Uniforms are essential to communicating your branding to customers and to giving a polished look to your restaurant.
Themed hats & caps- Aprons
- Tshirts /Polos
- Name tags
- badges
- Lost-Key service
- Shoes
- Belts
- Suspenders
- Lapel pins / epoxy
- Jackets
Decor can really differentiate your restaurant or bar from the competition. Choose Furniture wisely and customise well to make for that unique look. Tie it in with your overall themes and know what will attract the right customers.
- Indoor lighting / Outdoor lighting
- lampshades
- Beer Tables
- Flower pots
- Figurines/statues/paintings
- Festive/seasonal decorations
- Menu holders
- Credit Card holders
- Candles holders
- Wooden picture
- Able Table
Utensils will be used for preparing food – some are also items your customers will touch and use when consuming. Also, customise wherever possible.
Buckets- Plates
- dishes
- Cutlery
- Fryers
- Bottle holders
- Knife holders
- Pots and pans
- Ovens / Microwaves
- Blenders / Juicers
- Mixers / Shakers
Cooking cutlery- Bowls
- Bread basket
- Glass holders
- Cutlery holders
- Glasses
- Cups / Mugs
- Jugs
- Table napkins
- Napkin rings
- Tablecloths
- Trays
- Bottle openers
- Coasters
- Wine stoppers
- Champagne stoppers
- Salt and pepper set
- Mustard cups
- Oil and vinegar sets
- Napkin holders
- Toothpick holders
- Hand Sanitizer
POS Displays & Advertising are a must. The big brand names for drinks often give out such items -think of the beer brand taps on counter tops for example. Use these wisely to create the right outlook or create your own look – in this case focus on what makes you unique… Your USP might be special food recipe or micro brew for example. Mobile kitchens are a great idea for expanding your brand & catering for special events.
Airships- Serving Tents
- Mobile Trailor/Kitchen
- Bottle Glorifiers
- Flags
- POS Counter Displays
- Neon & LED lights
- Floor Mats
- Blackboards
- Mascots
Promotional materials should be planned early on so that they can tie in well with the restaurant theme and message. These are also key for driving customers to your establishment early and to generate buzz.
Plush toys- Tattoos
- badges
- Magnets
- Keychains
- Stickers
- Coloring pencils
- Figurines
- Toys
- Balloons
- Notepads
- Coasters
- Guest books
- Wine albums
- Face Paints
Gifts can encourage repeat visits by customers. Big chains frequently use figurines or toys as a gift with purchase, purchase with purchase or redemption promotion. Check out these useful mechanisms for distributing promotional products
Tea Tools- Mints
- Coolzees
- Polos
- Sweatshirts
- Bags
- Hats
- Thermo cups
- mugs
- Glasses
- Puzzles
- Bandanas
- Pens
- Jewelry
- Collectible figurines
- Candies
- Keychains
- balls
- Flip flops
- Crystal Globes
Hope you enjoyed the list. Pls. feel free to add your comments………….
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Love the GIF on the Tea Tool. Thanks for the good design work Edmund. http://www.TeaTool.com
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