The top ideas in restaurant branding November 2016 reveal patterns that evoke a sense of nostalgia in consumers and ones that bring in new customer groups.
The 'Central Perk SG' cafe in Singapore is highly nostalgic as the entire space's design is inspired by the Central Perk from the show Friends. Although it has been over a decade since the show aired its final episode, it remains familiar to most adult consumers and this Singaporean cafe exploits that fact. The coffee shop is an exclusive one and people who want to visit must pay a costly membership fee.
The Grand Hotel in Stockholm decided to take advantage of some additional space it was offered in order to bring in revenue from local consumers. The space is close to the hotel and was designed to function as a cafe in which locals can relax, as they are unlikely to enter the hotel to do so.
Top 30 Restaurant Branding Ideas in November
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Single-Origin Coffee Shops
This 'Craftworks Coffee' Cafe Was Opened by a Former Engineer
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Tiny Tech-Free Pubs
Meantime Brewing's 'Make Time For It' is a Miniature Bar That Bans Technology
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Punch Clock Currency Cafes
Brooklyn's Glass Hour Charges Patrons by the Minute instead of Drinks
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Power Station Restaurants
Melbourne's Higher Ground Cafe and Eatery is a Former Industrial Site
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Hotel Cafe Extensions
This Cafe Was Designed to Reach Out to Locals in the Area
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Chopstick-Holding Sushi Packaging
The Umi Takeaway Sushi Packaging Uses Utensils to Stay CLosed
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TV-Themed Membership Cafes
'Central Perk SG' is Modeled on the Iconic Coffee Shop from 'Friends'
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Fast Food Vacation Experiences
Taco Bell Let Fans Stay in One of Its Restaurants as a SteakCation
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Sustainable Furniture Retailer Coffees
The IKEA Påtår Organic Coffee Supports Small-Scale Farmers
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Geometrically Accented Sushi Bars
The Kido Sushi Bar Restaurant Features Warm Wood and Patterns
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Art Deco Cafe Branding
This Cafe's Brand Identity Was Inspired by a Modern Take on the 20s
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Tiny Restaurant Pop-Ups
Tiny Cafe in New York City Offers Diminutive Dishes For Just 3 Days
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Solo Dining Restaurants
Diners at Ichiran Eat in Solitary "Flavor-Concentration" Booths
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Sitcom-Inspired Cafes
'Rue La Rue' Will Become New York's First Golden Girls-Themed Restaurant
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Regional Bakery Branding
The Specialty's Cafe & Bakery Celebrates Its Roots in Its Branding
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Horror Film-Inspired Restaurants
The Beetle House Pays Homage to Tim Burton's Film 'Beetlejuice'
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Hidden Loyalty Program Apps
Chick-fil-A's A-List Program is an Invitation Only App
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Comprehensive Vegetarian Menus
The Hard Rock Cafe is Introducing a Meatless Menu for October
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Porridge Breakfast Cafes
Quaker Oats' 'Oat Café' Serves a Different Porridge Every Half Hour
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Presidential Candidate Milkshakes
The Diner's New 'Freakshakes' are Inspired by the 2016 Election
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Rewarding Mexican Restaurant Apps
The TJ Rewards App Helps Taco John's Customers Earn Free Food
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Comprehensive Restaurant Staffing Apps
This App Easily Connects Restaurants With Available Workers
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Tuna-Centric Restaurant Menus
Muscle Maker Grill is Turning Tuna into Tasty, Protein-Rich Dishes
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Augmented Reality Menu Cards
Yeppar is Introducing Augmented Reality for Restaurants
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Dining Partner-Finding Apps
The 'DineHero' Network App Encourages Collaborative Dining
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Singles Culinary Classes
The CookandDate Events Help Singles Meet New People and Learn to Cook
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Autonomous Queue Chairs
The Nissan 'ProPILOT' Smart Chairs Make Lining Up a Relaxed Endeavor
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Loud-Mouthed Restaurant Ads
KFC's New Ad Features a Shouting Match Over Its Chicken Share Bucket
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Patriotic Veteran-Supporting Pancakes
IHOP is Paying Respect to the Troops with Patriotic Pancakes
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Ghostly Restaurant Pranks
The 'Scariest BK' is Dressed Up as the Ghost of McDonald's
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Bean-Shaped Coffee Makers
The Conceptual Bean Coffee Machine by Juliana Juleva is Charming
Multisensory French Fry Pop-Ups
The McCain Happy Frydays Café Shares an Over-the-Top Menu
Luxury Fashion-Branded Hospitality Projects
Coach Debuts Restaurant & Coffee Shop in Indonesia
Cartoon Cat-Inspired Cafes
Universal Opens a New Hello Kitty and Friends Cafe with Themed Treats
Themed Celebrity Activations
Sheraton Centre Toronto will Host Numerous Taylor Swift Experiences
Seasonal Holiday Coffee Menus
Starbucks Debuts its 'A Merry Holiday Menu' Featuring Festive Blends
Olympics-Inspired QSR Menus
The Mcdonald's France Global Menu Celebrates Paris 2024
Unique TV Series Pop-Ups
Lillet x Emily in Paris Presents the Café de Lillet Experience in NYC
Dating App Coffeeshops
Bumble Partners with GoodNews for Le Café Bumble in Paris
Parisian Airport Pop-Ups
Moët Hennessy's Paris Concept Event Featured Travel Exclusives
Cinema-Inspired Hotel Packages
The St. Regis Hotel Boasts the Cinematic Experience Room Package
Gym-Themed Croissant Experiences
NUDAKE Haus Nowhere Shanghai is an Experimental Art Cafe
Nostalgia-Inspired Fast Food Concepts
McDonald’s CosMc’s Concept Officially Opens in Texas
Purposeful Consumer-Focused Campaigns
IKEA's Sleepfluencers Campaign is a Clever Way to Give Back
Modern Retail Café Concepts
The EL&N Deli & Bakery Opens its Doors in Shaftesbury Capital
Fragrance-Inspired Lattes
Maison Margiela's Pop-Up Cafe Served an Afternoon Delight Latte
Personalized Coffee Recaps
The 2024 Starbucks Blend Highlights Canadian Coffee Habits
Confessional Cafe Pop-Ups
KitchenAid Caffeine Confessions Celebrates Being Your Own Barista
Retro Nightlife-Inspired Hotels
Necchi Architecture Designs the Hôtel Château d'Eau
Heated QSR Anniversary Campaigns
Burger King Brazil Celebrates Milestone with a New Campaign
Refreshingly Spicy Cafe Drinks
The Starbucks Spicy Menu Has Swicy Refreshers and More
Entertainment Industry Expansions
Starbucks Enters the Entertainment Industry as Starbucks Studio
Luxury Fashion Label Cafes
Dior Opened a Dedicated Cafe at its Shanghai Boutique
Data-Driven QSR Campaigns
Burger King's BK Unwrapped Reveals Customers' 2024 Ordering Preferences
Protein Beverage Pop-Ups
Premier Protein will Host a Proffee Pop-Up at Toronto's Union Station
Fitness-Focused Coffee Shops
GymNation Launched the World's First Fit-Café Concept
Nautical-Themed Cartoon Cafes
The SpongeBob Squarepants Cafe Features a Whimsical Menu
Terrace Brand Endeavors
Louis Vuitton Features its Latest Collection at a Beachfront Pop-Up
Retro 70s-Style Cafe Designs
YSG Adds a Vintage Touch to the Superfreak Cafe in Sydney
Nostalgic Sitcom Donuts
Krispy Kreme's Friends Donuts Capture Iconic Sayings and Moments
Luxury Retailer Restaurants
Louis Vuitton Added 'LV The Place' to its Bangkok Location
Modern Coffee Packaging Designs
Happy™ Products Offers a Range of Coffee to Elevate Mornings
Immersive Entertainment Venues
Netflix Houses Feature Eateries, Experiential Activities & More
Seasonal Spring Coffee Menus
PJ's Coffee's Latest Menu is Full of Brulee and Vanilla Flavors
Galactic Cafe Experiences
The Star Wars-Themed Cafe in Tokyo Takes Fans to an Outer Galaxy
Summer-Inspired Coffee Machines
Nespresso & PANTONE Drop an Unforgettable Mediterranean Summer
British-Inspired Winter Getaways
The Standard, High Line Launched its 'Hedge & Hearth' Experience
Japanese Inn-Inspired Apartments
Intheory Design Creates an Apartment Inspired by Ryokan
Retro Japanese-Inspired Cafe Designs
Sarah Carpenter Creates the Postcard Bakery Design in NYC
Spaciously Modern City Cafes
BRANDOR COFFEE Opens a Minimalist Coffee Shop in Toronto
Animated Fish Cafes
The Hangyodon Theme Cafe in Japan will Present Summer Offerings
Wooden Banquette Cafe Designs
François O'Neill and His Team Design Cafe François in London
Scented Fast Food Billboards
McDonald's Set Up a French Fry-Scented Billboard
Local Restaurant Campaigns
PEPSI X Kelly Rowland Present the Local Eats Better With Pepsi Program
Modern Boutique Hotels
The Postmark Hotel is a Restorative Space in the Heart of Newmarket
Sweet Potato-Powered Cafes
Starbucks and Kirishima Shuzo Partnered for an Upcoming Location
Jazz Club Dining Pop-Ups
The Pollo Lounge by Chain Shared an Evening of Elevated Bites & Music
Decadent Coffee-Dessert Drinks
Starbucks Offers New Chocolate and Strawberry Beverages
Miniature Cafe Collections
Starbucks Japan Has Just Release a Miniature Collection to Go
Artificial Textural Cafe Interiors
Niceworkshop Designed the Interiors for HaHouse Cafe
Immersive Coffee Boutiques
Nespresso Canada Has Launched a New Boutique in Montreal
Revitalized Culinary Efforts
Moroccan Hotel Takes Food Localization to New Heights
Upscale Holiday Dining Experiences
Frenchy Bar et Brasserie Offers Special Festive Menus
Regionally Inspired Restaurant Designs
Pirajean Lees Designs the Kioku Restaurant in London
Espresso Martini Bars
NYC's Rose Room is Dedicated to a Beloved Coffee Cocktail
Green China-Based Coffee Chains
Tim Hortons Debuts its First Sustainable Store Concept in Shenzhen
Tropical Plant Coffee Drinks
Starbucks Singapore's Menu Features the Pandan Fantasy Beverage
Youthful Restaurant Interiors
Design Next Agency Created the Xi’an Famous Foods Interior
On-the-Go Coffee Bars
The Nespresso Bar Will Be Located at the Liverpool Street Station in London
Festive Specialty Coffee Menus
Gregorys Coffee Unveiled its Holiday Menu Featuring Four Drinks
Savory Luxury Cafe Menus
French Chef Anne-Sophie Pic and Dior Unveil Two New Cafés
QSR Coffee-Based Fragrant Candles
Homesick x Dunkin’ Donuts Offer Espresso-Infused Products
Iconic Toronto Flagship Restaurants
JOEY Unveils Grand Toronto Flagship with Artistic Vision
Whimsical Store Expansions
MINISO Jakarta Presents a Retail Space Inspired by an Amusement Park
City-Themed Drinkware Collections
Starbucks Unveils its Expansive American 'Discovery Series'
Sitcom-Inspired Meal Sets
McDonald's Friends Box Honors the Iconic Sitcom Show
Anniversary-Honoring Bright Hotels
The HÔTEL Onitsuka Tiger Arrives in Paris for the Olympics
Premium Retail Destinations
Noa Santos Ovevrhauled the Banana Republic Flagship in Soho
Integrative Garden Cafes
Cheongsudang Bakery Brings a Garden Experience in the Heart of Seoul
Hospitality-Driven Workspace Designs
The Malin Has Opened Its First Location in Austin, Texas
Artisan-Inspired Summertime Cafe Menus
This New Dunkin’ Menu Offers New Twists on Classics
Singer-Inspired Pop-Up Cafes
Cash App & Sabrina Carpenter Opened a Short N' Sweet Cafe in NYC
Collaborative Digital Coffee Campaigns
illy Launches its Digital Content Series 'Coffee Break'
Donut Inspired Ad Campaigns
Dunkin' Donuts New Ad Campaign is Called Dunkin'Terns
Wellness Lifestyle Clubs
The Health Cafe Introduces Social Wellness Programming in Toronto
Chinese Tea Brand Pop-Ups
HEYTEA Celebrated a Successful Expansion into the French Market
Late-Night Chicken Shop Pop-Ups
Bird's Eye Launched a New Range with an Exclusive Experience
Customer-Exclusive Brand Trips
Cocokind is Hosting a Customer Brand Trip to Napa Valley in 2025
Engaging Branded Pop-Up Kitchens
SOWN Celebrated the Launch of Its Oat Cold Foaming Cream
Streaming Platform Dining Experiences
KTV's U Presents a TV Dinner Pop-Up Event
Late-Night Fast Food Restaurants
White Castle is Strengthening Its Night Castle Brand
Mysterious Cafe Drinks
Scooter's Coffee Mystery Drink Encourages Customers to Take a Guess
Celebratory Retailer Coffee Campaigns
This 7-Eleven Coffee-to-Go Offer Marks 60 Years of Java
Modern Tennis-Inspired Cafes
Common Grounds Coffee Roaster Boasts an Open Concept and Tennis Court
Luxury NYC-Inspired Cafes
Fashion Label Coach Opened a Restaurant and Coffee Shop in Jakarta
Heritage-Inspired Cup Capsules
Starbucks and New Era Unveil a New Collection for Indian Customers
Glowing Chicken Restaurant Designs
Preen Inc Designs the Dino's Famous Chicken Restaurant
Colorful Box-Like Coffee Machines
One Object Unveils the FOOD Coffee Machine Series Concept
Artful Soft-Pink Dining Rooms
The Gallery at Sketch in London Boasts Subtle Vintage Touches
Tattoo-Committed Coffee Incentives
Punk Bunny Coffee and 7-Eleven Dream Up a Coffee Deal
Olympic-Inspired Dining Experiences
La Petite Maison Features a Uniquely Themed Olympic Ring Menu
Nostalgic Nantucket Hotels
Parts and Labor Design and Brad Guidi Design the Beachside Hotel
Multi-Vendor Food Marketplaces
Chef's Hall Offers Multiple High Quality Restaurants Under One Roof
Uniquely Stylish Bar Concepts
LANO is a New Café and Wine Bar at the Ritz-Carlton, Toronto
Motivational Takeaway Cups
Tim Hortons Created Five Limited-Edition National Coffee Day Cups
Rapper-Backed Coffee Brands
Pusha T Unveils the Grindin Coffee Brand and Capsule Collection
80s Animated Film Cafes
Koriko Cafe Presents a Unique Kiki's Delivery Service Experience
Nutty Croissant Coffees
The Nespresso Festive Odyssey Collection Shares Comforting Flavors
Unique Culinary Experiences
Saratoga Supper Club Brings Exclusive Dining Events Across the U.S.
Classic Parisian Bistro Designs
Claves Leads the Interiors at Le Cornichon Cafe in Paris
Highly Sought-After Restaurant Features
OpenTable Announces Its Icons Program for Major Cities
Playful QSR Campaigns
Cossette Forms the New McDonald's Campaign to Closest Restaurant
Asian-Fusion Dining Experiences
The Lobby Bar Combines Culinary Arts with Vibrant Nightlife
Cave-Themed Cafes
Gua. Juicery Offers a Minimalist Escape Within a Botanical Garden
Italian Rooftop Restaurants
Public Gardens in Toronto Offers a NYC-Inspired Oasis
Porcelain-Evoked Cafe Aesthetics
Cafe Ginori at Bergdorf Goodman is an Avant-Garde Experience
Luxury Home Decor-Cafes
New Café Ginori Project Set to Debut at St. Regis Florence
Seasonal QSR Breakfast Menus
Dunkin' Showcases its Iconic Seasonal Menu Ahead of the Holidays
Modern Gray-Brick Restaurants
Nin Hao Incorporates Chinese Elements into its Interior Design
Brightly Tonal Coffee Machines
Nespresso Launches its Unforgettable Mediterranean Summer Campaign
Permanent Cafe Food Trucks
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf Has a New Permanent Food Truck at the LA Zoo
Nostalgic Postcard Cafe Campaigns
Peet's Coffee 'Postcards from Peet’s' Campaign is Nostalgic
Savory Cafe Food Menus
The Costa Coffee Summer Menu Has New and Returning Favorites
Comforting Holiday Cafe Menus
The BIGGBY COFFEE Festive Holiday Menu Has Food and Drinks
Glass-Walled Shanghai Cafes
Offhand Practice Completes the Mei Yuan Cafe in Shanghai
Relaxed French Dining Experiences
Grand Brasserie Opens in NYC's Grand Central Terminal
Nostalgic Coffee Shop Apparel
A Nostalgic Merch Collection is Coming to Tim Hortons' TimShop.ca
Icy Autumnal Cafe Drinks
The Human Bean Fall Menu Offers a Glimpse of Autumnal Offerings
Jamaican Culture Bright Restaurants
Jrk! Opens Up in Miami with Vibrant Design and Lighting
Warm Ambiance Luggage Stores
Tabitha Organ was Tapped to Design the Carl Friedrik Store
Seasonal Thanksgiving Dining Experiences
Sunday Dreamin’ in NYC's East Village is Holiday-Ready
Culture-Fusion Restaurant Designs
Dorothée Meilichzon Designs the Henri Restaurant in a Hotel
German Ambiance Bakery Designs
Plantea Estudio Completes the Interiors of Acid Bakery
Coffee Documenting Notes Apps
Coffee Notes Helps Consumers Explore and Record Their Favorite Shops
Juxtaposing Finnish Design-Themed Cafes
Yatofu Taps Local Craftspeople to Design the El Fant Café
Warm Yellow Restaurant Interiors
GRT Architects Taps Talents to Help Design San Sabino
Compact Vibrant Thai Eateries
Weiszblüth & Brown Designed the Holy Basil Market in LA
Swedish Craft Restaurant Designs
Erik Bratsberg Designs the Persona Restaurant in Stockholm
Office-Themed Metallic Installations
Crosby Studios Forms a Pop-Up Exhibition for The Frankie Shop
Virtual-First QSR Brands
IHOP Unveils a New Expansion for its Virtual Restaurant Concepts
Lemon-Themed Bakery Menus
Paris Baguette's New Lemon-Inspired Menu is Perfect for Summer
Elegant Interior Hotel Designs
Tonen Lead the Interior Design of the Hotel Bella Grande
Retro-Tinged Montreal Restaurants
Ivy Studio Blends Vintage Details to Buvette Daphnée Restaurant
Renovated Retro Ski Lodges
Hetedik Műterem and Studio Konstella Extend the Normafa Ski Lodge
Autumnal Artisan-Style Cafe Menus
The Pret A Manger Fall Menu Has New Quiches and Melts
Lebanese Food-Inspired Bakery Designs
MA Studio Draws a Culinary Influence for Common Breads
Regional Autumn Cafe Menus
PJ’s Coffee Autumn Menu is Inspired by New Orleans Cuisine
New York-Centric Campaigns
Bergdorf Goodman’s ‘Toast of the Town’ Campaign Celebrates New York
Cafe Anniversary Drink Menus
Ziggi’s Coffee is Celebrating 20 Years with New Drink Options
Gourmet Pancake Stack Menus
Sunny Street Café Has Unveiled Its New Fancy Pancake Menu