Most of you may not know but our DOMESTIC SEAFOOD, such as our black grouper, salmon, scallops, mussels, clams, lobster and shrimp, are all part of the TRACE seafood program. Our seafood is tracked back to the how the fish was caught, either by spear or long line. It can even be traced back to the DIVER that speared it! Benedetto‘s only serves the freshest seafood possible.

SUMMER SAVINGS

ALL APP USERS GET DOUBLE POINTS THIS WED ONLY!
10.00 BEN DIPS this WED ONLY
5.00 HOUSE WINES

Your $10 off coupon is WED AND THURSDAY ONLY THIS WEEK

WINE DINNERS

Menu will be sent out by end of this week with sign up form.

Our first wine dinner will be on July 7th. There will be only 40 spots available. It will consist of wine parings with a 7 course meal. Yes 7 courses! This gives Chef Ben an opportunity to create some amazing courses of domestic seafood, Hawaiian seafood, wild game, local produce, Italian pastas, wines and desserts.

You will also be allowed to choose any two bottles of Benedetto‘s Private Label Wine, and a bottle of our house dressing to take home with you. Also you will be able to purchase any of the wines featured at a heavily discounted price. Stay Tuned for more info and menu in next week’s email. Cost will be $75-$90 per person. Cooking classes coming soon as well.

WE ARE OPEN ON THE FOURTH OF JULY!

CHEF BEN’S famous SMOKED BEEF BRISKETS, with slaw, and BAKED BEANS.

BENEDETTO’S WINE PROGRAM

Bring your on wine bottle in with cork, and purchase our Benedetto‘s wine at a discount for 22.00 A BOTTLE. You bring it we fill it. We will also have Growlers available for you to purchase.

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Building to Your Concept
To be successful, you need to have an ambiance and atmosphere that matches the style of food you are serving and the type of clientele you want to attract. Consider who you are bringing in, their age, their budgets, their likes and dislikes, and how you plan to bring those to them. Creating the right atmosphere for your restaurant meanspairing the concept with the food you serve and the location you choose.

Décor Choices Matter
Everyone has been inside a restaurant that had terrible wallpaper, clashing colors, distracting décor, and a design that just did not work- and chances are it made the meal less enjoyable. A focused design is important to create a relaxing atmosphere that makes diners feel transported to their desired getaway. An Italian restaurant should have décor that suggests Italian setting and this applies to any décor choices.

Music and Sounds
Many studies have been done that suggest music being played in a restaurant can greatly impact the way patrons feel while eating and it can even affect how they feel about the restaurant as a whole! Hearing music they like makes them happy and likely to spend more and tip better while hearing music they dislike has the opposite effect. You can’t please everyone so choose something basic to avoid music extremes.

Lighting Choices
Lighting can be anything from natural light coming in through windows, recessed lighting, neon lights, lanterns, and traditional bulbs. The lighting you choose can play a major role in the ambiance of the entire restaurant. Think about how the lighting in a country BBQ place differs from a suit and tie reservations only type of resonant – it’s all part of finding local success in the restaurant industry!

Seating Arrangements
Seating is the final thing to consider in order to master creating the right atmosphere for your restaurant. Some places offer single party seating and others offer communal seating- both have pros and cons. You just need to decide what works best for your restaurant, your patrons, and your food offerings. Many places offer both single party and communal seating in order to appeal to more people.

With these tips in mind, creating the right atmosphere for your restaurant can be much easier, but it still takes planning and commitment and a certain degree of trial and error. The goal is to have as little error as possible and to find local success in the restaurant industry sooner rather than later!

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Promos Spur Action

The best promotional items are ones that help spur action from the customer. They encourage people to call, come by and visit, and make purchases. Whether these items are magnets with a restaurant’s phone number on it, the number and website of a delivery place, or coupons listed in a local flyer, these promotional items for the food industry help encourage customers to do business with a particular business. The idea is the customer will use these and keep them handy and use them when they are looking for options for a nice dinner, quick lunch, or some other food-based need. Promotional items for the food industry is a great way to market any local food flare to new patrons!

Giveaway Ideas

Free food might not be what a restaurant owner thinks about doing for business growth, but the offer of free food is often more than customers can pass up. Offering special deals, discounts, and coupons bring in customers time and time again and can be enough to convince new customers to come in and give you a try for the first time. Offering discounts and rewards for repeat customers and specials after the purchase of so many drinks, meals, or appetizers are some of the mot popular promotional trends used by restaurants.  You can also offer things like collectible cups, mugs, t-shirts, hats, silverware, and more. Be creative and think about the things that make your place special and think about the things your customers would like and want!

Promo items and giveaways are a wonderful way to spread the word and encourage patrons to check out the amazing food flare you offer. When it comes to promotional items for the food industry, there are many options to choose from and whether you are a restaurant owner, a patron, or a supplier, everyone can benefit from promotional items being used wisely in food industry marketing! Find the best local food flare and promotions right here at Benedettos!

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Top Tips for a Great Birthday Dinner Outing

1. Variety – one of the most important things to consider when making your reservations for a big birthday bash is the variety of food that will be available. Most likely, your guests will have very different likes and dislikes so you will want to ensure there are plenty of choices for everyone. Benedetto’s has a large and varied menu that is sure to satisfy any taste and need!
2. Ambiance- setting and the atmosphere of the restaurant is also important. Parties for teens and young adults may be good in a bar like setting. Parties celebrating the big 50 or 60 may be best at a more refined location. Benedetto’s Ristorante is a great place for any birthday milestone and our relaxed and comfortable ambiance is great for young and old alike.
3. Prices- while this may not be a big concern for some most people are still closely watching their dollars so prices may come in to play when people decide whether they can attend the celebration or not. So be sure to consider a price range that accommodates as many people as possible. Our menu is designed to offer something for any budget and to accommodate as many budgets as possible for birthday party celebrations big and small.
4. Special Offerings- special celebrations need special little touches now and then and we are committed to doing anything we can to make your celebration a great one. Talk to our staff to see what we can do and what special offerings we can provide to your party guests!
5. Location- depending on how many people are attending, you will want to think about the location of the party and ensure it is not too far for some people to travel. One of the great things about Benedetto’s is we are close and well worth a little extra drive for those coming in from out of town!
6. Service- even the best food, prices, and ambiance will be ruined by poor food and terrible staff. Make sure you choose a place that takes pride in its staff and service. The best places for birthday party celebrations are ones that take care of you and your party guests like family, something we are known for here at Benedetto’s.
7. Quality – ultimately, everything comes down to the quality of the venue you choose for your event. Think about your guests, your wants and needs, and the reputation of the places you are considering as you plan the big birthday events and make the choice that is right for you.

Make Your Reservation Today

When it comes to birthday party celebrations, Benedetto’s Ristorante has years of experience and reputation for quality and excellence in food, service, price, and selection.  If you are looking for the perfect place for your birthday event, call us and make your reservations today!  We would love to help you and your family and friends with any birthday party celebrations you have planned.

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The Power of Food

Never underestimate the amazing power that you wield when you offer people food- it can do things that few others are able to accomplish:

• Food helps create a relaxing atmosphere that makes people feel at ease
• Good food helps open lines of communication and helps people socialize easier
• Food boosts the level of energy and boosts the stamina of people at a meeting
• Enjoying food together offers a sense of common ground that people can bond over

These are just a few of the reasons why Benedettos Ristorante is a great place to turn for all of your needs when it comes to catering for lunch events or are looking for some new lunch time meal ideas!

Choosing a Caterer

When selecting a vendor to supply your lunch time event with delicious and memorable food, there are some important things you want to ask so you can make a wise and informed decision:

• Can they maintain the food at a safe and enjoyable temperature? Safety concerns aside, no one wants cold pasta or warm salad for lunch.
• Have they done events similar to yours before with success? While it’s good to give people a chance, do you really want to be their test event- probably not.
• How do they deal with complaints and problems that may arise during an event? You want to work with someone who is professional even in bad times.

These are just a few of the questions you can ask that will help you find the right company to handle your needs when it comes to catering for lunch time events. For more answers to the important questions about catering and lunch time meal ideas for your big event or gathering, contact Benedettos Ristorante today!

Catering for Lunch

Whether you need lunch catering specialists for a family reunion, a party, a business meeting, or some other events, you are looking for the best of the best when it comes to the feature catering services that make an event one to remember and here at Benedettos we strive to meet and exceed your needs and expectations. Contact us today and let us show you how much fun catering for lunch can be and let us share with you some of our favorite lunch time meal ideas that are sure to be hits at your special event!

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We have a lot of great, hard to find specialties on the menu. Such as Antelope, Authentic Lobster Clam Bakes, 14oz Buffalo Ribeyes, New Zealand Black Angus Filet and N.Y.Strips.

If you are on a budget, let us remind you that most of our regular menu is under 19.95 and all of our entrees come with a house or Ceaser Salad and most also include a side. Also, when using your discount, ask for your VIP card, this way if a coupon is not sent out that week, you can still use your card for $5 off an appetizer and happy hour till 7 on the weekends.

Father’s Day is next weekend, so please make your reservations early. We open at 2:30pm and will have piano entertainment all day as well as our in house Magician Bill. All dads will receive a free screwdriver, and if dad doesn’t drink, we are giving away REAL Screwdrivers for DAD.

Keep a look out next week for possible Father’s Day coupons.

Please remember for tax purposes your coupon must be printed out, and presented

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It is not uncommon to see people using our wonderful restaurant as the perfect backdrop to the perfect evening. With beautiful live entertainment from our piano bar to the perfectly dim mood lighting, we try and set the stage for a memorable dinner evening where you can forget about all the hassles of everyday life.

Enjoy a gourmet meal at unbelievable prices!

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Form the first day I met Ben, I knew I was meeting somebody that had a higher degree of dedication to his food – higher than anyone I have ever met. When someone travels thousands of miles every summer to keep up with relationships to his distributors, that means he puts in the effort that no one sees. THIS, is a true CHEF. One that goes to extremes not only to prepare the best food, but to keep the relationships with the fisherman and the community that provides the best fresh fish and seafood. We are talking Maine lobster, steamers, and original recipes from the Mother Country of NEW ENGLAND seafood people…His attention to detail and the complexity of flavors is what keeps me coming back….this is making me hungry. I need to make a reservation. – Matthew B., Tampa, FL 33606

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