The National Restaurant Association Show (NRA) is a premier event for the hospitality industry where professionals gather to discover the latest trends and innovations in the market. From May 20-23, 2023, the show will be held at McCormick Place, Chicago. This year, Chicago Bar Shop, a renowned supplier of commercial bar equipment, will be showcasing their custom bar builds and … Read More
Chicago Bar Shop – Hospitality Solutions at the National Restaurant Association Show 2022
Yes, it’s official. The Chicago Bar Shop Team will be returning to the annual National Restaurant Association Show that takes place at McCormick Place from May 21st through the 24th. This year marks the end of the two-year hiatus (due to COVID-19) and finally, Chicago Bar Shop is back to show what we do best: bringing you innovative hospitality solutions … Read More
Is Grubhub a scam?
Is Grubhub a scam? Should I start using Grubhub or UberEats for take-out orders at my restaurant? These are questions asked daily by restaurant owners looking to add additional revenue or expand into delivery offerings. Unfortunately, the answer to whether or not these app based takeout companies are a scam might seriously surprise you. Grubhub (& most similar delivery apps) … Read More
Chicago Bar Shop with Intel: Promoting smart, connected products driven by the internet of everything
The Restaurant of the future is smart, connected and focused on the customer experience Internet of Things (IoT) continues to shape the way we experience almost every minute of our lives. Consumers have come to expect exciting and immersive experiences to gain and hold their attention; directly impacting the way goods and services are delivered across every industry. IOT is … Read More
3 Reasons Why Your Restaurant or Bar Desperately Needs SinkTech
3 Reasons Why Your Restaurant or Bar Desperately Needs SinkTech As a bar or restaurant owner/operator, you are painfully aware of the standard mandated three-compartment sink system. It’s required for you to properly clean and maintain both the dishware and glassware before serving them to your clientele. Used in over 1 million American establishments, the three-compartment sink system system is … Read More
Partner Spotlight: Omni-Rinse
The Omni-Rinse Story The Omni-Rinse 3-in- 1 Rinse Station was designed, developed, and tested exhaustively in the field by Naoki Sonoda, a bartender with over 15 years of experience. He wanted to create a solution that would allow him to work faster and more efficiently. Naoki found that what slowed him down behind the bar more than anything was … Read More
New Chicago Bar Shop retail store online!
We are thrilled to announce that Chicago Bar Shop’s retail store is getting it’s own brand new place on the web. By separating the bar gifts and accessories from the main (Chicago Bar Shop) website, you’ll soon be able to browse our extensive bar accessory selection with ease with improved navigation and site speed upgrades. The highly anticipated launch will … Read More
PRESS RELEASE: The Chicago Bar Shop to be showcased at the NRA Show in Chicago this May
Chicago, IL – The Chicago Bar Shop, a full-service restaurant design and custom bar building company, this week announced they will be hosting a large booth at this year’s National Restaurant Association (NRA Show) in Chicago at the end of May. The show takes place May 20-23rd at Chicago’s McCormick Place convention center. As one of the biggest restaurant shows … Read More
Partner Spotlight: Green Grease
Chicago Bar Shop’s strategic partnerships and preferred vendors cover nearly every aspect of bar design and restaurant operations, including the removal, disposal, and recycling of used cooking oils. The popular question arises often with new restaurateurs and bar owners, “What do I do with my restaurant fryer’s used cooking oil?” The answer from us isn’t the typical “get an oil … Read More
Hospitality technology solutions for restaurants and bars
Technology is becoming an integral part of how restaurants and bars run daily business. The future of hospitality is connected and Internet of Things (IoT) Technology solutions are transforming restaurants and bars. This connection allows businesses to effectively communicate with their customers like never before, to and from internal departments, enable automatic orders with vendors, and even access essential vitals … Read More