Five Ways to Maximize Restaurant Seating and Success on Valentine’s Day

It’s undeniable. Valentine's Day is one of the busiest days of the year for restaurant owners. February 14 marks an occasion for many couples to celebrate their love, and often that involves enjoying a romantic meal together out on the town. From seating charts to reservations and much more, restaurant owners have a lot on their plate to prepare for this special day.Here are five tactics restaurant owners should consider maximizing seating at their establishments, while minimizing headaches on Valentine’s Day. 

1. Adapt Your Restaurant Seating ChartOn Valentine’s day, you can assume that most parties will come in pairs and that it’s unlikely you will seat too many larger parties. With that in mind, it’s a good idea to rethink your floor plan in advance, and optimize your restaurant’s seating so you can accept as many parties as possible on the big day. 

2. Request DepositsWhile you may not feel comfortable requesting a deposit from guests in general, Valentine’s…