Google Subratings Explained: Food, Service, Value & More
Google subratings break down your overall score into Food, Service, Value, and Atmosphere. Learn how they work, what customers see, and how to use them.
Google subratings break down your overall score into Food, Service, Value, and Atmosphere. Learn how they work, what customers see, and how to use them.
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Google Local Guide reviews carry more algorithmic weight than standard reviews. Learn why reviewer status matters and how to earn visibility with Google’s most active contributors.
Unanswered negative reviews compound over time, damaging trust and SEO. Learn why old complaints still hurt your business and how to fix the backlog.
A review mentions employee by name—now what? Here’s how to respond professionally, protect your team, and decide when praise or criticism requires action.
Review gating — asking customers to rate their experience before sending happy ones to public platforms — violates Google policy and damages trust. Here’s why.
Learn how to craft a 2 star review response that addresses criticism, rebuilds trust, and brings customers back. Templates and tactics for restaurants and dental practices.