https://theownersnotebook.comFree guides, tools & calculators for restaurant owners https://theownersnotebook.com/articles/how-to-open-a-second-restaurant-location/How to open a second restaurant location - the readiness test, how much cash you really need, picking the site, and the systems that keep both stores running.Mon, 07 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://theownersnotebook.com/articles/how-to-get-a-liquor-license-for-your-restaurant/How to get a liquor license for your restaurant - license types, real costs by state, the 3-9 month timeline, quota workarounds, and mistakes that get you denied.Sun, 06 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://theownersnotebook.com/articles/year-end-tax-planning-for-restaurant-owners/Year-end tax planning for restaurant owners — the Q4 moves (equipment, timing, retirement, tip credit) that cut your 2026 bill before December 31.Sat, 05 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://theownersnotebook.com/articles/small-business-saturday-ideas-for-restaurants/Small Business Saturday ideas for restaurants — promos, gift card pushes, and local partnerships that turn Nov 28 shoppers into year-round regulars.Fri, 04 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://theownersnotebook.com/articles/halloween-promotion-ideas-for-restaurants/Halloween promotion ideas for restaurants — themed specials, family events, and costume-night promos that make money, plus a free profit planner.Mon, 31 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://theownersnotebook.com/articles/oktoberfest-ideas-for-restaurants/Practical Oktoberfest ideas for restaurants — menu specials, beer pricing, events, and promos that fill slow fall weeknights and actually make money.Sun, 30 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://theownersnotebook.com/articles/how-to-sell-thanksgiving-to-go-meals/Turn Thanksgiving into your biggest prepaid sales day. 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