Why Social Media Matters for Restaurants
Your food might be incredible, but if people don't see it, they can't crave it. Social media is the modern word-of-mouth for restaurants—one viral food video can fill your tables for weeks. Strategic posting turns casual scrollers into hungry customers.
How Fanbeam helps restaurants
Schedule Around Service
Batch create content when the kitchen is quiet. Schedule posts to go live during peak decision-making hours.
Daily Specials Automation
Set up recurring posts for daily specials. Update the dish photo and let the schedule handle the rest.
Multi-Location Management
Manage multiple restaurant locations from one dashboard. Customize content for each location's audience.
Event Promotion
Schedule countdown content for special events, wine dinners, and holiday menus weeks in advance.
Review Showcasing
Turn great reviews into scheduled social proof. Automatically share testimonials across platforms.
Peak Time Posting
Analytics show when your followers are hungriest. Post when they're most likely to make a reservation.
Sample Weekly Content Calendar
A week in your restaurant content calendar
Content Ideas for Restaurants
Food Content
- Signature dish close-ups with steam and sizzle
- New menu item reveals
- Seasonal ingredient spotlights
- Plating process videos
- Cheese pulls and food ASMR
Behind-the-Scenes
- Kitchen prep and mise en place
- Chef crafting dishes
- Morning market runs
- Recipe development process
- Staff family meals
Customer Experience
- Dining room ambiance shots
- Happy customer moments (with permission)
- Reservation confirmations for special occasions
- Table settings and decor
Promotions & Events
- Happy hour specials
- Holiday menus and events
- Private dining promotions
- Cooking classes or chef's tables
- Loyalty program highlights
Professional
- 15 social channels
- Unlimited scheduled posts
- Advanced analytics
- Team collaboration (5 members)
- AI content suggestions