Restaurant Consulting Rooted in Real Hospitality
Practical guidance drawn from real kitchens, real dining rooms, and the rhythms of service.
At French Magnolia, our restaurant consulting blends decades of real-world culinary and hospitality expertise to help operators, chefs, and management teams craft dining experiences that are as seamless as they are memorable.
Led by Chef Missy and Thomas Fraley, we focus on elevating operations, refining service, and building confident, knowledgeable teams. From thoughtful workflows to wine program guidance and staff training, our approach ensures that every detail supports a dining experience your guests will cherish—whether you’re a new concept or an established restaurant looking to raise the standard.
Concept Development & Pre-Opening Guidance
Opening a new restaurant—or evolving an existing concept—requires clarity in design, operations, and service style. We advise on pre-opening planning, concept refinement, and operational readiness, ensuring your restaurant is prepared to deliver excellence from day one.
Staff Training & Leadership Development
Confident, well-trained teams elevate every dining experience. We provide hands-on, chef-led and front-of-house training, covering service sequences, wine pairing, and leadership skills. Managers and staff leave with the tools to deliver consistent, polished, and approachable service.
Culinary & Beverage Strategy
A thoughtful menu and beverage program is central to guest satisfaction. With Missy’s culinary leadership and Thomas’s wine expertise, we design menu and beverage strategies that are operationally practical, cohesive, and aligned with your brand.
Operations & Service Excellence
Refined operations are the backbone of memorable hospitality. We guide front- and back-of-house workflows—from table management to wine service—so your team can focus on creating experiences that delight every guest.
Elevate every aspect of your restaurant
French Magnolia brings decades of front-of-house and back-of-house experience to help refine operations, strengthen teams, and create dining experiences that feel effortless and memorable—anywhere in the U.S.
Contact us to explore how we can guide your restaurant to lasting success.
