Question 1

What is My Restaurant Strategist?

Accepted Answer

My Restaurant Strategist is the only all-in-one AI-powered platform that takes first-time restaurant owners from business plan to grand opening to daily operations. Unlike Toast, Square, or Restaurant365 that assume you already have a restaurant, we help you start, launch, and grow with AI-powered planning tools plus a full operational suite.

Question 2

How is My Restaurant Strategist different from Toast or Square?

Accepted Answer

Toast and Square are POS systems for existing restaurants. My Restaurant Strategist is the only platform with AI Business Plan Generator, Location Analyzer, Startup Cost Calculator, and First-Year Survival Tracker - tools specifically designed for people starting a restaurant. We also include full operations management (reservations, gift cards, loyalty, waste tracking) at $348/year vs $2,000+ for Toast.

Question 3

How much does My Restaurant Strategist cost compared to competitors?

Accepted Answer

My Restaurant Strategist Professional plan costs $348/year - saving you $1,650+ compared to Toast ($2,000+/year) and $6,000+ compared to Restaurant365 ($6,500+/year). We offer a free tier, Starter at $19/month, Professional at $29/month, and Premium at $79/month for multi-brand operators.

Question 4

What tools does My Restaurant Strategist offer for new restaurant owners?

Accepted Answer

For pre-opening: AI Business Plan Generator, AI Location Analyzer, Startup Cost Calculator, Break-Even Analysis, Financial Projections. For operations: Reservation Management, Digital Gift Cards, Loyalty Programs, Food Waste Tracking, Staff Training System, Staff Scheduling, Inventory Management, Menu Engineering, Supplier Database, and Equipment Marketplace with 70% savings.

Question 5

Is My Restaurant Strategist suitable for first-time restaurant owners?

Accepted Answer

Yes, My Restaurant Strategist is specifically built for first-time restaurant owners. It's the only platform that guides you through the complete journey: from creating your business plan and choosing a location, to launching successfully and surviving the critical first year when 60% of restaurants fail. Our users have a 98% first-year survival rate.

Question 6

How do I calculate food cost percentage for my restaurant?

Accepted Answer

Food cost percentage is calculated by dividing your total food costs by your total food sales, then multiplying by 100. The industry standard is 28-35%. My Restaurant Strategist's Food Cost Calculator automates this calculation and provides AI-powered optimization recommendations to improve your margins.

Question 7

What is the best restaurant management software for startups?

Accepted Answer

My Restaurant Strategist is the best restaurant management software for startups because it's the only platform with pre-opening tools (business plan, location analysis, startup costs) AND full operations management. At $29/month, it's 6x more affordable than alternatives like Toast or Restaurant365, and specifically designed for first-time restaurant owners.

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