When it comes to planning your menu and running a successful restaurant, perfecting your mains is just one piece of the puzzle. Introducing sides into your menu can enhance the overall dining experience and keep your customers coming back for more. We spoke to our customers to hear what their most cost-effective sides are…
Oven-Roasted Vegetables
When it comes to cost-effective sides, roasted vegetables are up there amongst the winners. You can switch these depending on what veggies are in season or what veggies you currently have on your menu in other dishes so you’re not ordering extra. This dish keeps costs low and offers a healthy side option for your customers, you’ll be surprised just how popular it is.
Turkish Bread
Turkish bread is a long-standing favourite among venues for good reason. It can be served in many different ways. Serve as an appetiser with some high-quality olive oil and salt when your guests are seated, or as an entrée with a couple of gourmet dips. Dips are a brilliant way to offer versatility in terms of flavour and ingredients, as you can often use what you have on hand. Make sure you choose a high quality bread like our Speedibake Turkish Pide Loaf, an option that won’t have you breaking the bank.
Garlic Bread
No list of cost-effective sides would be complete without mentioning the beloved garlic bread. With its irresistible aroma and simple presentation, it has become a staple in many cuisines. Our new Sourdough Garlic Bread Loaf is proving very popular as it has double the garlic when compared to our 9” garlic bread sub. It’s a great elevated option that will have your customers reaching for seconds.
Although often considered as an afterthought or just a small part of a table’s larger order, sides (when planned cost effectively) can be a strong contributor to the profitability of each order.
