How do I start A Bar/Restaraunt?
Just trying to get some info on how to actually start a Bar/Restaurant. I already know how to get the liquer liscense and what the cost is. I just need so info on finances and what kind of places you go to get the appliances and furniture. I'd like to start a little bar that also sells a little bit of food.
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- Associations may be a good avenue to explore. These organizations will address many of the thoughts, questions and concerns you'll inevitably have as well as many you haven't anticipated yet. See the source box for some relevant links. Research, research, research – this cannot be stressed enough. Read as much as you can about the industry. Here are some book titles that are relevant: * The Restaurant Business Start-up Guide by Paul Daniels * Restaurants That Work: Case Studies of the Best in the Industry by Martin E. Dorf * Restaurant Financial Basics by Raymond S. Schmidgall * Opening a Restaurant or Other Food Business Starter Kit: How to Prepare a Restaurant Business Plan and Feasibility Study by Sharon Fullen * Upstart Guide Owning & Managing a Restaurant by Roy S. Alonzo * The Restaurant Managers Handbook: How to Set Up, Operate, and Manage a Financially Successful Food Service Operation by Douglas Robert Brown * Start and Run a Money-Making Bar by Bruce Fier * Upstart Guide Owning & Managing Bar or Tavern by Roy S. Alonzo * Start Your Own Bar and Tavern (Entrepreneur Magazine's Start Ups) by Entrepreneur Press * The Food Service Professionals Guide to Bar & Beverage Operation: Ensuring Maximum Success by Chris Parry There are plenty of free informational resources out there. Check the source box for links to articles. Hope that helps! I wish you much success & happiness in all your ventures!
