Manage My Restaurant
It’s all fun and games until you have to get down to business. On this page we will share links and BLOG posts that will help you navigate your sales and marketing, workforce management, food and nutrition trends, customer service and anything else that helps you operate your business.
Manage my Restaurant
Restaurant Success Guide
Even though all the moving parts of running a restaurant can seem endlessly overwhelming, profitability BOILS DOWN TO FIVE SIMPLE “LEVERS”.
The value in these levers is not that they are “secret” but that they help you SIMPLIFY what to focus on. Instead of a million different things – just focus on these 5 levers.
Customer Service Training
Learn how to empower your staff to double your sales by treating your customers right, selling the most profitable items on your menu and building your brand with every person who steps through your door.
Association Membership
There are many reasons to belong to your industry association, we help you with negotiated discounts, answering your management questions and voicing your concerns to elected officials.
NMRA Staff
Our staff has over 80 years of restaurant experience. We are here to help you answer your most pressing questions. Don’t hesitate to call.
Opening a Restaurant in New Mexico?
There are things you need to know and most likely we can help. Don’t hesitate to call our office. 505-343-9848
Sales and Marketing for Your Restaurant
Bringing in new customers and keeping the ones you have are critical to your restaurants’ success.
Restaurant Operations
Hiring and retaining employees, making payroll, knowing food trends, employee policies, standard operating procedures. You need to know it all. We have the information you need.
BLOG articles on everything you need to know to open and manage your restaurant
Cannabis Beverages: A Growing Opportunity for New Mexico Restaurant
UPDATE: In a new development, Congress has passed a short‑term funding measure that delivers a one‑month delay to the upcoming federal hemp restrictions — pushing the implementation date from November 12 to December 11, 2026. The Senate advanced the provision in...
Adopted New Mexico Food Code Changes (2026 Update)
The New Mexico Environment Department has updated parts of the food establishment rules that affect permits, renewals, plan review, and reinspections. You will remember that NMRA fought this change. We testified and sent more than 80 letters in opposition to the...
Raising the Bar: A Practical Playbook for Restaurant Drink Sales
Why Alcohol Sales Are Down Alcohol has long been a profit engine for restaurants, but operators across New Mexico and the U.S. are seeing meaningful declines in on‑premise drink sales. Several forces are converging: More guests are choosing not to drink at all,...
Falling Alcohol Sales: What’s Really Going On (And What You Can Do About It)
Restaurant owners across New Mexico—and the U.S.—are saying the same thing: “My alcohol sales just aren’t what they used to be.” In many markets, operators are seeing double‑digit drops in alcohol mix, even when traffic looks steady. New Mexico is feeling this shift...
2026 Legislative Session: What It Means for New Mexico Restaurants
At noon on Tuesday, January 20, the New Mexico Legislature convened its 30-day “budget” session — a short, fast-paced period largely focused on the state’s financial priorities. However, many expect the agenda to extend far beyond the budget. Because this is Governor...
Top 5 Food Safety Violations in New Mexico—and Why They Matter More Than You Think
New Mexico’s food scene is bold, diverse, and deeply rooted in tradition. But when it comes to health inspections, even the most celebrated kitchens can get tripped up by the basics. The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) just released its Q1 inspection data,...
Supporting the Unsung Heroes of Hospitality: Serving NM & COREGives
In the vibrant heart of New Mexico's culinary scene, there's a group of unsung heroes who bring flavor, warmth, and community to every meal served. They're the restaurant workers – the servers, bartenders, cooks, and hospitality staff who pour their passion into every...
Impact of Minimum Wage Increases on the Restaurant Industry in New Mexico
Executive Summary This report examines the impact of minimum wage increases on the restaurant industry in New Mexico, utilizing publicly available data from government agencies, industry associations, and academic research. The analysis reveals a complex landscape...
NMRA Partners w/ RestaurantOwner.com
You’re Invited to Learn More About Building a Thriving Operation with RestaurantOwner.com Mark your calendar for April 23 @ 3 PM & join us for an exclusive RestaurantOwner.com webinar, a session designed exclusively for our members. This is a unique opportunity...
