Starting a Restaurant or Cafe

Planning to start your own restaurant or cafe? Do you want to know how to the avoid pitfalls and make a profit? How about having 24/7 access to reliable information and expert advice?

Starting your own restaurant or cafe is not a 'get rich quick' proposition. Just like any other business, it takes a lot of hard work to get results.

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Pre-Opening Marketing Checklist for a New Restaurant, Cafe or Bar
So much can be done before you open, to build interest and anticipation. Don't just rely on word-of-mouth to spread the news - use this pre-opening checklist to ensure everyone is well-prepared for the new business and keen to visit. . . . keep reading

How to Negotiate a Great Lease

The information and background checks you need to ensure the best agreement with your landlord. Including negotiation techniques, dealing with brokers and legal advisors, and getting the best deal with footpath licenses. . . . keep reading

The Stretch: Buying, Selling or Leasing a Cafe or Restaurant

Beware of agents, brokers and realtors who like to stretch the facts once they know you're interested in doing business. Use these negotiation tips for leasing, buying and selling, written by an experienced lawyer. . . . keep reading

How to Choose an Espresso Machine for Restaurant or Bar

Good coffee gives a boost to your reputation and bottom line - use this detailed checklist to make the right decision based on your image, size, layout considerations and available staff skills. . . . keep reading

VIDEO: Understanding the Breakeven Point

Breakeven is one of the most important business concepts, and fundamental to understanding how your operation make moneys. Watch the video and use the spreadsheet with your own figures. . . . keep reading

Checklist for the Sale of a Restaurant or Cafe

Planning to sell a business? Be prepared for all the steps involved. Many opportunities are lost because the vendors don't act quickly enough. Prepare for a smooth sale by using this checklist. . . . keep reading

DOWNLOAD: Restaurant or Cafe Feasibility Plan
Opening or expanding a cafe or restaurant? Use this Quick Feasibility Plan to test the profit potential and see if the idea is worth pursuing. . . . keep reading

30 potential 'skeletons' in a business for sale

'Buyer beware' is a well-known statement - if you don't ask, you may not find out about unpleasant surprises until after you've paid the money. A revealing list of items for due-diligence. . . . keep reading

26 Ways to Add Value to a Restaurant or Cafe For Sale

Even if you can't wait to get out, there are many 'extras' that can be included in the sale agreement to inspire confidence and enthusiasm in potential buyers. . . . keep reading

What is My Restaurant Business Worth? Pt 1

How often have you asked this question? Restaurant operators often need to know the approximate value of their restaurant business even if they are not currently contemplating a sale. . . . keep reading

What is My Restaurant Business Worth? Pt 2

An introduction to the three approaches to valuing the real estate, including the land and improvements, i.e. the building, the landscaping and the parking area. . . . keep reading

Checklist for choosing the right name for your business
A name may be the only signal a stranger has of what you offer and how you serve it. It may attract, repel or worse, be forgettable. It's part of your brand and needs careful thought when you choose it. . . . keep reading

How to Create a Successful Restaurant or Cafe Partnership

Partnerships can be a way to share capital or skills, but there are many potential problems. Whatever the reason for joining together, an agreement over how money will be shared and decisions made is essential. . . . keep reading

How to make a profit...and how to go broke!
One reason so many businesses fail is because their sales consistently fail to reach Breakeven Point - the level of sales needed each week to pay for all expenses, both fixed and variable. A simple explanation helps you to get your head around this critically important concept. . . . keep reading

Which concept is best for your first business?

Cafe, deli, juice bar or traditional restaurant - there are dozens of different 'concepts' that could fit your budget and the style of work-life you want. Here are 18 different concepts that may inspire you. . . . keep reading

No experience but you want to open a restaurant?
You may have great ideas for a restaurant or café, but if you've never actually worked in one, the reality could quickly dampen your enthusiasm and undermine your success. Here are practical suggestions on how 'try before you buy' and overcome your lack of experience. . . . keep reading

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