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Why Booths?

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What are the benefits of using booths at your business as opposed to chairs?

9 Steps to Building Quality

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The WHY and HOW of Booths

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Why Booths?

In addition to more privacy and comfort, booths tend to add warmth (and revenue) to the front of the house.
Booths are available in single, double, 1/2 circle, 3/4 circle, anmd wall benches. Using a wall bench with small tables allows easy conversion from couple settings to large parties.
Booths can be more costly initially, but they are often a better investment in the long run. The square inches of floor space used for a 4 person booth is just over 3,000, while the square inches for a 4 person table can exceed 5,000. The equates to 30% more revenue per seating in a packed house.

Booth Space Layout

A standard layour allows the trable edte to align vertically with the outer edge of the booth seat. This provides a comfortable 16-18" seating depth.
If using 30" wide tables, then booths require 72" from center to center of top caps.
If using 24" wide tables, the space between the booths can be reduced to 66" between teh center of top caps.
Note: Cantilever bases are recommended when using 24" tables with booths. Standard table baases limit the clearance between the booths and column to 10.5" when using a 24" table in a booth seating.
Shading representing 10" plates is shown on the diagram below.

What about Aisles and Tables?

Aisle Widths

Wait staff aisles can be 24" to 30", with service/main aisles 36".
Allow square inches per seat for:
- Banquet (Close seating): 96-120 sqin/person.
- Casual Dining: 120-144 sqin/person.
- White Tablecloth (Spacious Seating): 144-168 sqin/person
Shading representing 10" plates is shown on the diagram below.

Table Sizes/Space Notes:

The architectural standard for dining suggests that 300 square inches table space be allower per diner.
24" table width is a minimum, suitable for a diner. 30" is teh standard width. Family dining with platters in the center should consider 36" widths.
Note, in a booth, that 24" table's column only allows 10.5" for the patron's feet as they slider over. Cantilever Bases are recommended for booths with 24" table widths.
Shading representing 10" plates are shown on the diagrams below.

Standard Booth Dimensions

Single Upholstered Booth Upholstery Dimensions

Double Upholstered Booth Upholstery Dimensiosn

Single Wood Booth Dimensions

What about Corners and Circles?

Some Rules of Thumb

14 SqFt Per Person - Spacious Dining
12 SqFt Per Person - Cafeteria or Restaurant Dining
9-10 SqFt Per Person - Banquet, Institutional, or Close Seating
8-10 SqFt Per Person - Contour Seating (lower SqFt will require wall panels)
12-14 SqFt Per Person - Cluster Seating

Find restaurant furniture supply store you can trust

2017-03-22T12:54:00-05:00

Food is more than something we put into our bodies for nutrition and sustenance. It brings us together around a table—or at a bar, or in a booth—to share a common experience, laugh and make memories together. We recognize your restaurant aims to create this one-of-a-kind setting for guests day in and day out. You aren’t simply making space for people to visit temporarily and then leave. You are setting the stage for a shared community experience that will be enjoyed and celebrated for years into the future. By working with high-quality restaurant furniture supply, you will ensure your business is positioned to welcome guests with comfortable seating year-round.

It seems like restaurant furniture supply should be easy to locate, particularly in the digital age. But too often, finding reliable restaurant furniture supply is a tall order—and we’re not just talking about the height of your restaurant bar. In some cases, furniture companies only sell seating made from the cheapest materials. In just a short period of time, it will lose its color or begin to break apart from use. In other cases, furniture businesses online make claims they simply can’t back up.

We hate seeing men and women in the restaurant industry spend hard-earned money on restaurant furniture supply that doesn’t meet the needs of their businesses. That’s why our company is built on the premise that every customer is different and deserves the highest level of service.

How we earn your trust in restaurant furniture supply

Spend even a short time on our website and you’ll quickly discover we’re a different kind of restaurant furniture supply. It all boils down to what we call the Three “S” Principle.

The first “S” stands for service. Every member of our team is friendly and happy to help first-time and longtime customers alike find what they are seeking. If you don’t immediately find what you are seeking, chances are extremely good we can build it to order and have it shipped to your business in short order. Good communication is critical to a long-lasting relationship with restaurant furniture supply. Count on us to exceed your expectations.

The second “S” stands for specialists. The experts you’ll encounter as you talk to us on the phone or correspond by email live up to their title. Their primary mission isn’t to close a sale or make you buy something you don’t actually need. They’re always on hand to listen to our customers, learn what they need in their restaurants and identify products that are a perfect fit. If our customers need something we don’t have in stock, our professionals will ensure those products get ordered for rapid manufacturing and delivery. We understand the restaurant business intimately. When a business owner doesn’t have enough quality seating, he or she is leaving money on the table. We will help you get your company up and running as quickly as possible. It ensures you have seating for a steady stream of customers, and it’s the right thing to do.

The third “S” stands for solutions. It’s our honor to take notes on your specific needs and exceed your expectations time and again. Whether you need one booth or a dozen, a specialized counter or any other type of furniture, we will embrace your vision for your restaurant and help you achieve those expectations with furniture that you’ll love.

If you are looking for restaurant furniture supply in Smyrna Georgia, look no further than Millennium Seating. We are committed to customer satisfaction through taking your order and individualizing it to meet your needs. Call us today at 866-379-8422 and tell us how we can help take your restaurant to the next level.

Five tips for choosing a booth that fits your business

2017-02-20T08:42:00-06:00

Some of the best memories in life can involve a booth at a person’s favorite restaurant. A booth can represent the place where you sit each Sunday night to grab an ice cream cone. It might have been the seating of preference for your Little League team after you won a game during the summertime. It could even have been the type of seating you used on your first date with your sweetheart.

Whatever the case, a booth is a type of seating that not only provides beauty and utility to a restaurant setting but also acts as the host for many get-togethers with family, friends and loved ones. Our team recognizes the special place this kind of seating holds for many people. That's why we provide numerous styles and customization down to the finest level of detail to ensure you are delighted by the final products that arrive at your business.

The challenge in choosing the best booth seating is to navigate the many options available to you and to select the options that make the most sense given the layout and design of your business. Here are a few tips that can help make the decision a little easier.

FIVE TIPS TO SELECT THE BEST BOOTH SEATING FOR YOUR BUSINESS

Our company provides six types of booth seating that you can purchase in any combination to meet your restaurant’s needs. It’s our hope that you will make specific requests of our team so that we can get to work providing you with the exact specifications you need.

Tip No. 1: Think through shape. The Contour style is a popular option among restaurant-goers. Two curved benches—or a combination of chairs and a bench—are joined around a common table, creating a dining experience that brings people together. Multiple choices are available in our store including vinyl, island-style, oak slats, industrial and more. A variety of browns, greens, reds, grays and other colors help ensure you find the right tone for your business.

Tip No. 2: Fill in the cracks. Most businesses have at least one hard-to-furnish section. If that space happens to be an awkward corner, you might find a Corner option to be a great choice. Options include ½, ¼ and ¾ corners.

Tip No. 3: Line them up. If you have long walls or wide open spaces, a Custom Line will ensure you get the right amount of made-to-order booth space. No restaurant can be fit into a cookie-cutter model, which is why we provide this option to ensure you have as much flexibility as possible.

Tip No. 4: Step back in time. If you love throwbacks to the past, as many of our customers do, you’ll applaud our lineup of Retro options. Bright pops of yellow, blue, red and even purple will keep your guests talking and bring them back time after time for the feel of a real ‘50s or ‘60s diner. These work great in modern restaurants that simply desire an original and appealing design.

Tip No. 5: Map out materials. We also offer upholstered and wood selections for the greatest variety possible. Scroll through our catalog online to get a sense of the kinds of options we offer. You’ll find single-color materials, patterned backs, an array of color combinations and more.

If you are looking for a booth that will wow your customers and help provide them with high-quality seating that will last for years, we look forward to serving you at Millennium Seating. Call us today at 866-379-8422 to discover how we can customize your order to delight your fans—and your bottom line.

How to select the right bar stool for your business

2017-01-12T15:32:00-06:00

Believe it or not, a bar stool can make a big difference to your business. Whether you operate a brewery, a restaurant or a casual dining location, a bar stool can signal how savvy you are when it comes to design a space where guests will feel comfortable and at easy. It can showcase the attention to detail that you give to each aspect of your business.

Yet a bar stool can also send the opposite message if you fail to plan properly. Out-of-place seating can signal to patrons that you don’t particularly care about their comfort or the atmosphere of your establishment. It can look tacky at best or distasteful at worst.

When you need customized furniture, your best bet is to work with our team of experts. We have a wealth of knowledge about the bar stool and many other types of furniture that can add that special something to your business. But don’t just take our word for it. Consider the reasons you stand to benefit from a bar stool expert and the opportunities you can capitalize on by working with our company.

TIPS FOR BAR STOOL EXCELLENCE IN YOUR BUSINESS

When you call our team, the first thing we will do is visit with you to discuss the space you are outfitting with furniture. Our goal is to get an in-depth understanding of the tone you hope to set in your new venue, the message you’d like to send with the furniture you purchase and the way you’d like customers to feel during their stay and after they leave.

Our extensive inventory includes nearly 100 bar stool options from which to choose. We don’t expect you to settle for less, either. If you find yourself wanting something more after perusing these options, we would be honored to work with you to provide customized furniture that fits the needs of your space and conforms to your budget.

For example, our price range for this seating type begins at $48, a steep discount from the normal price of more than $108. You will always find that we have an array of in-stock furniture unlike other online retailers that seem to take forever to order and acquire the products you need to run your business. The price range continues higher to meet every budget up to just over $300 per seat.

Depending on the stool you like best, features can include:

Upholstered seating
Wood, metal or retro style
Various colors to meet your interior-design needs
Swivel or no swivel
Back or no back
And many others

Another challenge you might encounter while planning for seating in your business is determining how many stools to order. We can walk through your design plans step by step to provide you with an informed recommendation about how many stools you will need to accommodate the size and scope of your space.

That’s one of the ways we differentiate ourselves from other furniture providers in the marketplace. Too many businesses effectively hand over an order form and respond by filling the order solely based on those details. Before making you pay for anything, we prefer provide solid recommendations based on personal conversations with our customers and careful planning. After you have customized your order with the help of a team member, we guide you through the next steps of the process to ensure that your furniture arrives in a timely way and that you are completely satisfied with your purchase.

If you are looking to purchase a new bar stool set or replace some existing seating, call us today at 866-379-8422 or visit us at Millennium Seating.

Find the best banquette options for your restaurant

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For patrons visiting your restaurant, there’s nothing quite like the feel of their favorite corner of your establishment. In many cases, that special place inside your business features banquette seating. Perhaps it draws their attention because of the comfortable padded seating or the unique shape and feel of the furniture. Whatever the case, most homeowners don’t have a banquette in their dining room—and with this custom-made furniture, you can create an atmosphere that will bring them back to your business again and again.

As a restaurant owner, the challenge you face is deciding which banquette establishes the tone you want to set within your four walls. Our company specializes in working one-on-one with clients to deliver custom-built furniture you can’t find anywhere else. We’re confident you will find something you love in our extensive inventory.

To help you in your banquette selection, we’ve chosen to highlight several great options along with some of the amenities you can add to give it that special touch.

BANQUETTE OPTIONS TO MAKE YOUR RESTAURANT COMFORTABLE AND ATTRACTIVE

If you’ve ever shopped the market for furniture to fit your business, you know what a daunting task it can be. That’s why we’ve chosen to draw out three possibilities your patrons will love.

Option No. 1: 3-Channel Back Upholstered Banquette Seating. On our website, you’ll find images of this beautiful furniture in both brown and green. Keep in mind all of our furniture is built to order, so be sure to ask us if you want a feature you don’t see and we can work together to make it a reality. This item can ship in as few as three to five weeks and includes a range of possible looks, including:

Height of 36 in., 42 in. or 48 in.
Length of between 6 ft. and 35 ft.

Its heavy-duty hardwood frame is reinforced with glued corner blocks. As needed, we are happy to outfit your order so it conforms with California Technical Bulletins 117, 133 or both. Other features include a high vinyl kick base that will last longer than models from competitors and a removable seat.

Option No. 2: Upholstered Banquette Seating. For commercial use only, this sleek furniture is a great buy with high utility. As with many of our other furniture, height ranges from 36 in. to 48 in. with lengths ranging from 6 ft. up to 35 ft. Furniture can be ready to ship in less than a month. You’ll appreciate the two vinyl ends and a vinyl top cap , in addition to the unfinished outside back. This model has a back, no arms and a padded seat. One version of this seating is all-black, while another is black with tastefully placed beige stripes for a stylish touch.

Once you have selected the perfect seating for your business, the next step will be to place your order. The first thing you’ll notice is the significant reduction in price that we offer our customers. We don’t believe in charging full retail value but instead offer a steep discount to ensure you get the best discount each and every time. Oftentimes, our customers are ordering in bulk. We appreciate your business and use this as a small way to show our appreciation. We use LTL Freight to ship our merchandise to the door of your business. Please keep in mind that you might need to pay extra for specialized shipping needs. Contact our office with questions and we can help walk you through the best shipping option for you and your business team.

If you are seeking an outstanding banquette for your business, we would welcome the opportunity to earn your business. Call us today at 866-379-8422 or visit us at Millennium Seating.