Restaurants / Eateries ~
Restaurants / Eateries ~
🍔 Retail Merch (Sell It, They’ll Buy It)
T-shirts with logo or cheeky slogans – “Tacos Save Lives,” “Keep It Spicy”
Hoodies or crewnecks – bold back prints or cozy local love
Hats / beanies – embroidered logo, slogans, or city/state rep
Tote bags – “I came for the dumplings” or “Support Local, Eat Local”
Enamel pins or patches – logo, mascot, or signature dish
Stickers – for water bottles, laptops, tip jars
Mugs, pint glasses, or wine tumblers – great for brunch or divey cafés
Branded hot sauce, seasoning, or house rubs – instant cult item
🎁 Promo & Loyalty Freebies
Custom punch cards or loyalty passports – fun designs, easy branding
Logo napkins, matchbooks, or toothpick holders – iconic details
Magnets or mini menus – for takeout promos or fridge swag
Sticker packs with local collab art – community + cool factor
Branded coasters or chip clips – keep your logo in their kitchen
Reusable cutlery or straw kits – eco-friendly bonus for dine-in or merch bags
T-shirt giveaways on social or “free with gift card” promos
👩🍳 Staff Gear & In-House Branding
Branded aprons – embroidered or screen printed
Kitchen tees / back-of-house shirts – different from FOH, still on-brand
Bandanas or beanies for cooks – stylish and functional
Matching front-of-house polos or casual uniforms – consistent but comfy
Branded server books, pens, and check presenters – small but visible
Custom name tags or patches – add personality or humor
Slip mats, chalkboards, or menus with logo flourishes – subtle, consistent branding
💰 Event & Fundraiser Items
Limited edition merch drops – “10-Year Anniversary,” “Spicy Challenge 2025”
Raffle bundles (tee, mug, gift card) – for fundraisers or giveaways
Custom gift cards with great packaging – for holidays, local markets, etc.
Pop-up kits or market day gear – tote, cooler bag, postcard menu
Postcard packs or mini zines – behind-the-scenes, recipes, team photos
Buttons or “Ask Me About the…” badges – fun for festivals or street fairs
📦 Bundle & Add-On Ideas
“Hangover Helper Kit” – T-shirt, mug, seasoning blend
“Support Your Local Sandwich Shop” Pack – tote, sticker, gift card
“Chef’s Favorite Things” – house sauce, recipe card, coaster set
“Brunch Club Box” – mimosa glass, hat, syrup, coffee
“Takeout Loyalty Kit” – punch card, menu magnet, reusable chopsticks
