If you’re reading this in March of 2020, it’s a unique time. During this time there are millions of people across the nation that are missing going out to eat at their favorite restaurant due to the coronavirus outbreak that at the time of this writing is plaguing this country. We are optimistic, of course, that this will soon be behind us, but as we are all forced to order take out and pick up our food orders, we thought we’d take a look at the history of the restaurant and how important cleaning services are for these establishments. From anything to their safety, health, reputation, and even the atmosphere they create for their patrons.
Of course, versions of restaurants—or public places where food is served — have been around for hundreds of years. Gathering in public places over food and drink goes way back in human civilization. Today, we know that sharing a meal with friends and family is not only a joyous occasion but it is part of our everyday lives. This is why the lockdown that America is undergoing during the coronavirus of 2020, has certainly reminded people how important these public spaces and shared events really are. After all, we are social creatures and eating is something we all do. It makes sense that this forms a big part of our social structure and how we meet new people.
Even early civilizations understood that food for profit was a thing, especially if one was traveling or passing through a town. Early inns and taverns learned early one that providing people with hot food was one thing but that providing people with social function was also equally as important and necessary. As cities and civilizations grew, public eateries began sprouting up. Early versions of food trucks also existed, as vendors would sell food from carts. According to The Balance, the restaurant emerged during the French revolution. The word restaurant is a French word that referred to a meat broth that was cooked up in the mid-eighteenth century.
Early Staples of Early Restaurants
Throughout the Middle Ages, the public eatery continued to grow and every country had its own take on it. Taverns and Inns continued to be popular places to get a prepared hot meal. Back in those days, of course, the customer did not get a choice of menu where they were able to choose the item they wanted. Instead, it was the chef’s choice, every night. In Spain, they served tapas and called these places ‘bodegas.’ The British sold sausage and shepherds pie and France offered stew and soups.
After the French Revolution, many aristocratic chefs were unemployed and ended up finding jobs and starting their own places of business throughout Paris and other parts of France. Some say this is the beginning of fine dining.
In America, the same public eateries developed. When it wasn’t the roadside diner, the truckstop restaurant, the mom and pop waffle house, the restaurant bar, we got it all here and it was just as much a part of our culture as any other country. Today, the variety is endless, as cuisine from other countries mixes with contemporary ideas.
The Modern Restaurant — The Atmosphere of Clean
Today, modern restaurants pride themselves in serving unique food, with some unique angle or take that makes them stand out from the rest. Perhaps they sell cuisine from a foreign country with a twist or they sell traditional dishes or culinary experiments or gourmet dishes. One of the main aspects of a restaurant—whether it’s gourmet, street food, or traditional— is the atmosphere of the place. And so much of the atmosphere has to do with the cleanliness and the ability for customers to feel comfortable. Not to mention it says a word or two about your professionalism.
What a Clean Restaurant Means for Your Customers
Just like the customer service and the food that you serve, your establishment says a lot about how you run your business. It communicates a lot about other aspects of your business like food preparation. For this reason, a clean restaurant is one that allows your unique food to shine through. Whatever your take is on your particular popular dish, your customers are likely to appreciate it even more in a clean place.
How Cleanliness Affects Your Restaurant Ambiance
If you are a restaurant owner, you have likely heard the word ‘ambiance’ mentioned before. For people that have any kind of public establishment—whether it be a bar, restaurant, game room, or other, the mood and the experience that you create for your customers, forms a major part of what they will remember. That, of course, and your food. So when a restaurant is clean and things seem orderly and controlled from the moment your customer begins walking towards your restaurant. This includes the exterior of your restaurant building, path, etc.
How Power Washing Can Transform Your Restaurant
So whether you have a small diner or a large restaurant, keeping it clean is a top priority, as it will transfer to business and good word of mouth recommendations. Power Washing services can help to facilitate this process without the hassle. Professional cleaners have the necessary equipment needed to ensure that your establishment is thoroughly cleaned.
El Paso Cleaning Solutions Can Leave Your Restaurant Pristine
With our special equipment and trained staff, we can clean your restaurant and give it a completely new feel from one night to the next. Our services are there to ensure that you present your customers with the best version of your business. Let us take care of the dirt, grime, and grease and you can take care of the food. Call El Paso Cleaning Solutions today.
