Own the "Near Me" Search.
When hunger strikes, the modern consumer turns to Google. Queries for "restaurants near me," "best pasta in [City]," or "cafe with wifi" are high-intent signals. These users aren't just browsing; they are ready to buy. If your venue does not appear in the "Local Pack" (the top 3 map results), you are invisible to 50% of your market. My SEO service is not about gaming the system; it's about structuring your digital footprint so Google recognizes you as the authority in your cuisine.
The Physics of Search Ranking
Search engines operate on logic and data. As a strategist with a scientific background, I approach SEO as a formula. Relevance + Prominence + Distance = Ranking.
Core SEO Services
1. Google Business Profile (GBP) Optimization This is your most valuable digital asset. We optimize every attribute:
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Categories: Selecting the primary and secondary categories that match search intent.
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Menu Engineering: Uploading structured menu data so Google can "read" your dishes (e.g., matching a search for "Truffle Fries" to your specific menu item).
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Photo Strategy: Geotagging and labeling images to signal location relevance to Google AI.
2. On-Page & Technical Optimization Your website needs to be fast and mobile-first. Hungry users do not wait for slow loading screens.
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Schema Markup: We implement "Restaurant Schema" code that tells Google your price range, cuisine, and operating hours in a language it understands.
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Local Keyword Injection: Weaving hyper-local terms (e.g., neighborhood names, nearby landmarks) into your copy naturally.
3. The Review Generation Engine Reviews are a ranking factor. We implement systems (QR codes, email follow-ups) to encourage satisfied diners to leave 5-star reviews, boosting your "Prominence" score.
Data-Driven Competitor Analysis
We don't just look at your site; we analyze your top 3 competitors.
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What keywords are they ranking for?
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Where are their backlinks coming from?
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How fast is their site loading?
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We find the gap, and we fill it.
FAQs (SEO)
How long does it take to rank #1?
SEO is a marathon, not a sprint. Typically, you will see significant movement in local rankings within 3 to 6 months. However, fixing technical errors on your Google Business Profile can sometimes yield immediate "quick wins."
Why can't I just use social media?
Social media is "Push Marketing" (showing people food they didn't ask for). SEO is "Pull Marketing" (showing up when people are actively looking for food). You need both, but SEO captures the customer right at the moment of purchase decision.
What is a "Citation"?
A citation is any mention of your restaurant's Name, Address, and Phone Number (NAP) on the web (Yelp, TripAdvisor, Yellow Pages). We ensure these are 100% consistent across the internet, which builds trust with Google.
Do you change my website design?
Not necessarily. We focus on the code and the content. However, if your website is not mobile-friendly, we may recommend a redesign because a bad user experience will hurt your rankings regardless of SEO.
How do you track results?
We track "Direction Requests" (people clicking 'Get Directions' on Maps) and "Click to Call" metrics. These are real-world indicators of foot traffic driven by SEO.