Editor’s note: This information hub is being updated regularly with additional resources. Last update: July 2, 2020. As our country begins reopening, we’ve collected some of the best resources we’ve found to help businesses navigate the process of adjusting their operations in response to the Coronavirus—from a COVID-19 mythbusters series to a guidance tool that… Read more
As a 20-year veteran of the Manhattan restaurant and bar scene, Darin Rubell has seen it all, from the aftermath of the September 11 terrorist attacks to the financial crisis of 2008 to the current Coronavirus pandemic. Throughout it all, in one of the world’s most competitive hospitality markets, he managed to start not one… Read more
“It has been an emotional roller coaster since the Coronavirus has hit home,” said Andia Xouris of Andia’s Homemade Ice Cream in Cary, N.C. “We are adjusting daily to the best of our ability to make ends meet, and we just pray and hope that we can stay open and our fans will keep coming… Read more
Editor’s note: A version of this post first ran on author Josh Kopel’s blog. Josh is an entrepreneur, restaurateur, and host of Full Comp, a new podcast for the hospitality industry. When we emerge on the other side of this economic crisis caused by the Coronavirus pandemic, the restaurant industry—and the whole country—will look different…. Read more
With most restaurant dining rooms closed across the country due to COVID-19, it’s no surprise that takeout activity is through the roof. Strong demand for favorites like pizza and wings are driving a lot of business to restaurants in those categories, as evidenced by the fact that chicken-wing restaurants and pizzerias are up 93 percent… Read more
Amid the swirl and stress of operating a small business in the current environment, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. When it happens, don’t underestimate the power of stopping to take a deep breath. Take a moment to organize your thoughts, set goals, and write a to-do list with small and large tasks that you can… Read more
One of the scariest parts of navigating the Coronavirus pandemic is the fact that it’s uncharted territory for everyone—no one has a proven playbook for a world in which most businesses are forced to close their doors to customers for an unknown period of time. All businesses can do at this moment is get creative… Read more
Small businesses across the country have been hammered by the impact of the Coronavirus outbreak. The nearly 30 million businesses that are the backbone of our economy—not to mention critical to the fabric of our communities—are struggling to stay viable, or even open, as shelter-in-place restrictions curtail their revenue. In response to the pandemic, the… Read more
Businesses of all types are getting creative in the ways they connect with their customers, from online art parties to pet grooming tips. One business is even offering virtual birthday parties with princess video chats for little ones who aren’t able to enjoy a traditional party with their friends. These inspirational initiatives transcend industry, audience,… Read more
Restaurants and bars are some of the hardest hit by the Coronavirus, but they have also been some of the most creative when it comes to staying connected with their communities, from “emergency taco kits” to virtual tip jars. Here are a few of the most innovative and refreshing ways we’ve seen restaurants adapt their… Read more
With the Coronavirus completely changing how we all do business, it’s important to keep your online information up to date so customers know exactly what you’re offering during this difficult time. To help communicate these operational changes, we’ve added a COVID-19 Advisory Alert banner to the top of all Yelp Business Pages. You can edit… Read more