Restaurant Start up Mistakes: How to open a Restaurant

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Комментарии • 573

  • @Therestaurantboss
    @Therestaurantboss  2 года назад +7

    Are you considering opening a restaurant?

    • @socialexperimentgaming4808
      @socialexperimentgaming4808 Год назад

      BBQ house and Dance hall.
      The clientele is right
      Fresh college faces every year
      Other venues over 3 hrs away, but town already has a few draw points.
      Thoughts?

    • @mescnick
      @mescnick Год назад

      Yes

    • @YugiohMaster1987
      @YugiohMaster1987 Год назад

      Yes!!!

  • @Dancakes
    @Dancakes 8 лет назад +435

    Some say he is still searching for the perfect location

    • @veronikaten8238
      @veronikaten8238 7 лет назад +4

      hahaha

    • @sluicefund3891
      @sluicefund3891 7 лет назад

      why to open a restaurant to much work and 60% of new restaurants close down in 3years. Need too much money to open. I made 240 000£ in 6 month check my channel.

    • @simonpalmer1500
      @simonpalmer1500 7 лет назад +1

      HAHAHAHAHAHAHA!

    • @sushilaryal4490
      @sushilaryal4490 6 лет назад

      Daniel Huynh HAHAHA

    • @MariaReyes-jy1wn
      @MariaReyes-jy1wn 6 лет назад

      Daniel Huynh THAT'S WHY I CAN'T OPEN A CAFE BECAUSE OF THE AREA.

  • @ojerms
    @ojerms 7 лет назад +386

    My grand opening is tomorrow I'm scared to death wish me luck...😐

    • @lameshacaldwell7623
      @lameshacaldwell7623 7 лет назад +10

      OlJerms how was your opening?

    • @theshield1613
      @theshield1613 7 лет назад +8

      OlJerms Good luck you could do this. I'm also going to open a business wish me good luck also.

    • @Therestaurantboss
      @Therestaurantboss  7 лет назад +5

      How did it go?

    • @ojerms
      @ojerms 7 лет назад +86

      The grand opening went ok we worked out some kinks and is going a lot smoother now we are more established I’m in a very high tourist area right by Disney World but it’s slow season right now but we are still doing pretty well. Thanks👍

    • @Therestaurantboss
      @Therestaurantboss  7 лет назад +14

      Glad things are going well.

  • @pas5294
    @pas5294 7 лет назад +67

    Video ends at 0:27

  • @GatlinburgFunHouse
    @GatlinburgFunHouse 5 лет назад +4

    I own 12 Businesses, This guy is right on spot!!! You guys are lucky to receive this on your feed. Ryan, a large factor you need to cover, employees!!

    • @Therestaurantboss
      @Therestaurantboss  5 лет назад +1

      Thanks Byron! I have several videos on employees...let me know if something is missing and I will add it to the list.

  • @JorgeAlianz40
    @JorgeAlianz40 8 лет назад +1

    I'm a Hospitality professor in Mexico and this is gold to me...Thanks!

  • @kevinwhite43
    @kevinwhite43 9 лет назад +102

    I want to thank you for putting out this video. My dream and passion is to open up my own restaurant. I have a great idea and plan and with your guidance and know how I know I will be very successful.

  • @cateringcoachal
    @cateringcoachal 3 года назад +4

    This is an on-point explanation of how location and lease play a significant role when opening a restaurant. Thank you for this excellent content! 🙌

  • @SYNICAL360
    @SYNICAL360 6 лет назад +7

    Great vid ! I’m from Caribbean and dream of opening a Caribbean restaurant . I have the concept the skill but no location or financial backing . From Long Beach Cali to Brooklyn New York . The flavors will soothe any appetite . Help !

    • @Therestaurantboss
      @Therestaurantboss  6 лет назад +1

      Good luck, I don't get involved in raising capital, but there are people you can learn from who can help you. Most of all, you should be cooking and working in restaurants to gain that knowledge and those connections.

  • @orlandocancino8239
    @orlandocancino8239 4 года назад +3

    Huge thank you again. It really helps to give us your pointers about initial thoughts about starting a restaurant. Even if I am on the second or third step from opening, this video is a helpful reminder of where to look from

    • @Therestaurantboss
      @Therestaurantboss  4 года назад

      You are so welcome! I am glad the video was helpful and wish you much success!

  • @marcgeoffreygalang4557
    @marcgeoffreygalang4557 6 лет назад +81

    Im just 15 years old but im preparing for my future

    • @sleepycobra9152
      @sleepycobra9152 6 лет назад +9

      AskmeHow 34
      Find that perfect location

    • @tykittleson1800
      @tykittleson1800 6 лет назад +5

      I'm 16 and doing the same 😂

    • @alishaan8471
      @alishaan8471 5 лет назад +3

      I am 30 and doing the same😆

    • @alishowbd374
      @alishowbd374 5 лет назад

      AskmeHow 34 good morning dxn drink dxn healthy coffee make money contract me inbox

    • @haroon803
      @haroon803 4 года назад +1

      @@tykittleson1800 i'm 14

  • @shanemcconnell9182
    @shanemcconnell9182 4 года назад +2

    Great stuff man. You should do a video where you do a bunch of tours of restaurant models and interview their start up stories!

    • @Therestaurantboss
      @Therestaurantboss  4 года назад +1

      Great idea! Once travel opens up again, I will make a note to do more videos from my client visits.

  • @whoeverwhoever400
    @whoeverwhoever400 6 лет назад +46

    The first thing is you, as the owner, should know how to cook and like to cook. If not, you shouldn't open a restaurant. You would become the chef's or the cook's puppet because you would have to do everything he/she says. If the cook wouldn't do the way you told, you could step up or the whole place would shut down.

    • @aminosminou9680
      @aminosminou9680 6 лет назад +1

      Exactly if you love something you won you will be the best

    • @vip-xf3tw
      @vip-xf3tw 2 года назад

      Right 👍

    • @timothygalvin3021
      @timothygalvin3021 2 года назад

      Danny Meyer is one of the best restaurateurs in the world and he doesn't cook at all.

    • @milothegreatful
      @milothegreatful 2 года назад

      @@timothygalvin3021 he did at one point. also, shake shack isn't cooking its assembly.

    • @timothygalvin3021
      @timothygalvin3021 2 года назад

      @@milothegreatful Danny Meyer is a lot more than shake shack

  • @NormalRarin
    @NormalRarin 8 лет назад +210

    How to open a Restaurant:
    You need a location.
    Thank you Master Wizard.

    • @Br4v0malliya
      @Br4v0malliya 8 лет назад +1

      lol

    • @pmoktan3827
      @pmoktan3827 7 лет назад +1

      People said I need more permit and education from college is that true

    • @pmoktan3827
      @pmoktan3827 7 лет назад +1

      To open some food business

    • @pmoktan3827
      @pmoktan3827 7 лет назад +1

      I have lot many idea how to make my country food and many people like that too I am dreaming to open small food business but people scare me that I need to go college to get certificate is that true??? Plz help me

    • @ulaaan
      @ulaaan 7 лет назад +1

      I love your name!

  • @themostinterestingguyyoune8585
    @themostinterestingguyyoune8585 7 лет назад +1

    Great video and even better information. You hit the nail in the head, location and terms of the lease determine the success or failure before a restaurant even opens. I have open two restaurant with two very different concepts each doing well because of the location they're in.

    • @Therestaurantboss
      @Therestaurantboss  7 лет назад

      so important, most challenges new restaurant face are due to poor locations.

  • @hannahjames6
    @hannahjames6 7 лет назад

    I did enjoy and I have been trading from home over 6 years and still looking for the right location

  • @jacobconrad3176
    @jacobconrad3176 4 года назад +1

    I'm only 16 but I have a pretty good idea of what my restaraunt will be! I'm so excited!

  • @marving.5436
    @marving.5436 8 лет назад +18

    thanks Boss your videos are great. I started a small diner but it failed due to location. the problem is not just the location but it was actually people around the area of my choosing. the location is great but it's the people's mentality and culture that failed it.

    • @ShamsArifin-pj3bz
      @ShamsArifin-pj3bz 8 лет назад +1

      +Marvin G. please give a detailed information about how the business failed,because your comment has terrified me

    • @therestaurantguru6890
      @therestaurantguru6890 8 лет назад +8

      I think its a mistake to blame your "customers" for your failure. Although it is tempting to do so, you will never succeed with this mentality.

    • @Therestaurantboss
      @Therestaurantboss  8 лет назад +10

      Here is the thing. Its really easy to blame others for our failures. There is no doubt that there might be a challenge with the mindset and culture of the guests in the area, but you chose the area and you chose the concept. If its not the right concept, change it. Small restaurant owners make this mistake too often. They think they have this amazing new idea that is going to change everything. When people taste their food their minds will be blown, its different than anything else. TRUST ME I love distinction and I love outside the box thinking, but you don't have the budget to educate your customers. You can push the envelope here and there, but likely you just pushed too your customers too far out of their comfort zone. Dial it back a little bit, survey your guests, find out wha they want and then GIVE IT TO THEM!

    • @marving.5436
      @marving.5436 8 лет назад

      *****
      Boss I can't do that because there are other shops around that sells the same thing that they want but they know ours are much better but they don't like the price we give them. I don't use special or prepacked flavorings I mix up all my spices others are just buying store mixed sauces and such for their food and almost 10 of the shops are selling all the same foods that they want but they still want but with the most delicious taste but they don't want to pay the price. I don't blame the customers I blame their mentality. it is actually on the locals but other residents there are only few of them are our patrons but they cannot help to keep us in business the city is a much better place for us which is a much. I live in Philippines by the way so yes the culture and mentality we have to consider that. and I have passion and pride with my food so I cannot adjust to them. restaurants like ours are earning so much in the city which is actually just 30mins drive.

    • @smartsell3607
      @smartsell3607 8 лет назад

      Really great tips Ryan.

  • @viktoriamonsalve4539
    @viktoriamonsalve4539 5 лет назад +2

    I have an idea a layout of how I want it to look. And if I was to build the building that I wanted it in what location would be best? Like one alittle closer to the city or one kinda in between...it’s like a rustic laid back feel for it. Kinda country feel.

  • @restaurantmusic6242
    @restaurantmusic6242 5 лет назад +4

    Good Location, Good Food, Good Services, and with a great lease. You'll success in restaurant business. I've failed because my lease plus the 3N were too expensive. I had great food, gtreat service, and great loction but the location is too expensive and I couldn't make much profit so I got out as soon as the lease expired. Because the extension will cost even more.

  • @papajimbatchoy6608
    @papajimbatchoy6608 5 лет назад +1

    Thanks Ryan,I will definitely watch more of your videos..maybe you are the solution for my dream business..coz I don't know how and where to start it.

    • @Therestaurantboss
      @Therestaurantboss  5 лет назад +1

      Definitely watch the videos - there is so much great content to help you get going. If you need more personalized help, jump on over to therestaurantboss.com/hire-me and grab a One Thing call!

  • @frankson6317
    @frankson6317 5 лет назад +12

    If you plan on having a restaurant with lots of regulars then the location isn’t too important. People become regulars if you have good food for a good price and the workers are nice. Most places in good locations tend to be overpriced and have much more uptight customers

  • @salimahmedlondon8321
    @salimahmedlondon8321 5 лет назад +1

    You r right Thanks becu I have one restaurant but.. not right location thasway naw I ll sale this restaurant..

    • @Therestaurantboss
      @Therestaurantboss  5 лет назад +1

      Good luck finding the right location! I highly suggest finding a commercial realtor that can help you.

  • @tomhold7121
    @tomhold7121 2 года назад +1

    your info helped me solve the truble ;-)

  • @JamesCooper052007
    @JamesCooper052007 6 лет назад +1

    So if the right location is important in starting a business. How would one go about finding out if the location your in is the right one. Can I create a survey on social media asking if they would eat at my restaurant? Including why, and its benefits.

    • @Therestaurantboss
      @Therestaurantboss  6 лет назад +1

      There is no magic formula for this, surveys are useless, people will tell you they will eat there, but that is because of its a survey. Your first location is a risk, all are a risk, the risk goes down as you add more locations and learn, but you can create a document that answers questions like who is my target customers, how old, what do they wear, what do they drive, how many kids, what kind of job, income etc... then look for locations that fit that profile. Don't make the rookie mistake, "everybody is my target audience" BULL SHIT. You may get a 60 year old couple eating at your restaurant, but if you are a funky bar serving aggressive food with craft cocktailsand a DJ, they are NOT your target audience.

  • @huzaimeehussin7376
    @huzaimeehussin7376 8 лет назад +1

    thank you boss. very good video especially for me who just about to setup a cafe in a mall

  • @shanemcconnell9182
    @shanemcconnell9182 4 года назад +1

    Really liked the no short term leasing tip

  • @mairokairo966
    @mairokairo966 8 лет назад

    good advice because i see some restaurants that are actually pretty good but the location is not good so not a lot of people can enjoy the food the make

  • @hormazhansotia5982
    @hormazhansotia5982 Год назад +1

    SUPER GOOD AND SPOT ON!

  • @rashidahnaava2889
    @rashidahnaava2889 5 лет назад +1

    Thanks I really need to start up a small not big can I use the same things u have told as

  • @professionalmindset3
    @professionalmindset3 9 лет назад

    You're the best. Im going to watch every video on your site. Opening ip a restaurant is a great dream of mine.

  • @edwintejada3136
    @edwintejada3136 4 года назад

    What options in the contract should be asked of the owner? three months before to start paying the contract? or until we have the licenses to open?

  • @Ahking850
    @Ahking850 4 года назад +4

    Thanks Ryan it was very helpful I’m trying to open up Afghani restaurant wish me luck buddy ❤️🇦🇫👍 Usa 🇺🇸

    • @absonsimon5444
      @absonsimon5444 4 года назад +1

      Good luck, love Afghani food...!!

    • @Ahking850
      @Ahking850 4 года назад +2

      Abson Thottiyil thanks bro I’m working so hard to make it happened inshallah ❤️

    • @absonsimon5444
      @absonsimon5444 4 года назад

      Lol...you should open one in my area...I'll be your first customer..😀😃 blessings!!

    • @Ahking850
      @Ahking850 4 года назад

      Abson Thottiyil thanks bro for the support I live Northern California maybe in the future let’s start with one and see how it goes

    • @Therestaurantboss
      @Therestaurantboss  4 года назад

      Best of luck!

  • @juanalbertoparraopazo1105
    @juanalbertoparraopazo1105 6 лет назад +1

    I'm about to open a restaurant, and I'm going to follow all your advice, I hope I have good news to give you when I'm operating.
    best regards

    • @Therestaurantboss
      @Therestaurantboss  6 лет назад

      Good Luck...

    • @juanalbertoparraopazo1105
      @juanalbertoparraopazo1105 6 лет назад

      thanks! the restaurante It's in Chile (country in south america), maybe I know him by name.
      Its an interesting project i think... because i have one restaurant totally operating, and i will open a second restaurant just at side... so i will operating two restaurants with only one kitchene and administratives cost.
      I must to tell... one year ago my first restaurant was near to go to bankrupt... but i follow a lot of your advices and now works very well... So thanks a lot for your videos...
      I can give more information if you want, It would be very good for me if you can advise me.

    • @rev.jimjonesandthekool-aid4488
      @rev.jimjonesandthekool-aid4488 6 лет назад

      Juan Alberto Parra Opazo i would like to come and do all your wine service. How about a bunch of really nice Washington state wines?

  • @DpsRager
    @DpsRager 9 лет назад +36

    Hey I already got the location and the concept
    just I'm abit nervous cause many people don't have much faith in me -_-

    • @ruslifechannel8771
      @ruslifechannel8771 9 лет назад +5

      They just envy 😉

    • @brynnhatcher7956
      @brynnhatcher7956 8 лет назад +3

      +♥DpsRager-NeverGiveUp_In_life♥ I have the same situation. Hopefully it can workout for both of us

    • @Cheribeiro
      @Cheribeiro 8 лет назад +10

      +♥DpsRager_Stream♥ hey man the same thing happened to me until i helped open a restaurant for a friend of mine, i already studied hospitality, but had no courage coz nobody believed in me, i helped my friend open his and boom!! it was a success now i have the courage to open my own and more experience follow your gut, research as much as you can and then go for it, I'm opening mine soon ;)

    • @Mxl100
      @Mxl100 7 лет назад +4

      exit negative ppl from your mind and just think about what your customers will like and live up to the expectations..

    • @boenkie1918
      @boenkie1918 7 лет назад +1

      And did you already started?

  • @dalisabe62
    @dalisabe62 6 лет назад +7

    So let’s summarize:
    1. Location
    2. Lease
    3. Food
    4. Employees
    5. Enough money to buy good quality of all the above. It boils down to capital. Money buys experts and experts make great decisions.

  • @megavaperreviews
    @megavaperreviews 5 лет назад

    I wasn't sure if location was important. Thanks for clearing that up for me.

  • @zarifbaktash9549
    @zarifbaktash9549 4 года назад +1

    Thanks for sharing ur valuable thoughts

  • @nickferrari413
    @nickferrari413 2 года назад

    I think in my location a small/family owned restaurant being successful really depends on community and appearance. Right off I 91 in this area there’s a casino,the basketball hall of fame, and a yearly state fair that lasts 2 weeks

  • @proudthai5625
    @proudthai5625 7 лет назад

    i do enjoy whst i see here . thanks for all the info . i been there . owner always said . oh dont worry about all that said in the lease . i turn that down a few time when owner said that and do not want to update the lease .

  • @danielejekukor1910
    @danielejekukor1910 2 года назад +1

    Hi, I'm new to this; I wanna open up a restaurant but don't know my way around it

    • @Therestaurantboss
      @Therestaurantboss  2 года назад

      Hey Daniel, grab a free copy of our Toolkit (www.therestaurantbos.com/toolkit) One of the resources in there is the Concept Development Workbook that will be perfect for getting started. -Dawn, Team TRB

  • @giovannipignatelli8331
    @giovannipignatelli8331 5 лет назад +2

    Hi!We are from Italy and we want to open a nice bar/restaurant in Houston!With a lot of Italians stuffs!Do you think is that a great Idea?Thanks for your answer!

    • @Therestaurantboss
      @Therestaurantboss  5 лет назад

      Hi Giovanni! Welcome to Houston. There are so many questions that must be asked before I can say yes or no. First and foremost is analyzing the competition in the area of Houston that you wish to open. If you are finding a gap, then it might be worth exploring. If there is a lot of competition there, then you need to really figure out how you will differentiate yourself. That's just a start. There is a lot more involved, of course. If you want to talk one on one, please go to therestaurantboss.com/hire-me and grab a One Thing call. Thank you!

  • @pearljameric
    @pearljameric 6 лет назад +4

    I opened a restaurant in my garage but we have carry out and delivery only. Moving to a brick and motor location now!

  • @norainamohamadyasir9906
    @norainamohamadyasir9906 8 лет назад

    I've think about to open a seafood buffet restaurant?? Beside a small shopping mall? Is this ok
    Need suggestion

  • @rinainlondon8
    @rinainlondon8 3 года назад +1

    Thank u for this info

  • @SICNA5TY
    @SICNA5TY 6 лет назад

    I have a location parking sux but im looking into a cary out resturant. I have no ventilation and was wondering if i need one

    • @Therestaurantboss
      @Therestaurantboss  6 лет назад

      It will depend on your equipment and the local codes, check with your city.

  • @customerservice5851
    @customerservice5851 10 лет назад

    Excellent video, and 100% agree for your comment.
    I have 2 place & just 3 years the lease contract, I don't know how much they will increase it after that.
    For sure in future, minimum to be 5 years and above .. Thanks

    • @Therestaurantboss
      @Therestaurantboss  10 лет назад

      Yeah it is a tough situation to be in, but I understand the fears of signing a long lease! So glad you enjoyed the video, have you see my new video series at restaurantprofitandperformance.com?

  • @JZD801
    @JZD801 4 года назад +2

    This helped me out. Thank you man

  • @LuisReyes-ed5xz
    @LuisReyes-ed5xz 4 года назад +1

    Love your channel bro

  • @Orcinus1967
    @Orcinus1967 6 лет назад +2

    The best thing you can do is tell your enemies to open a restaurant. The Perry Group study concluded that most restaurants close during their first year of operation. Seventy percent of those that make it past the first year close their doors in the next three to five years. I worked in the F&B industry for 28 years and I see problems every time I eat out. If you are going to open a restaurant, make it a hit and sell it within 3-5 years. 3-5 to make your money back, then sell for a profit. Rinse and repeat. What I learned for ANY business is that most are undercapitalized from the start. Take the number you THINK you will need to open, then multiply by 3! Especially in the case of restaurants, there will always be some city, county, or state inspector who walks in the door to tell you you need to move a sink, install new equipment, get a permit, etc. etc. ad nausea. Or they are looking to be greased.(Bribed). People have little idea what it takes to staff, and maintain, a restaurant. The F&B industry is the last bastion of employment for the alcoholic and drug abuser. Maybe some labor jobs are included, but not everybody can perform labor jobs in the trades. Why is it the last bastion? Because restaurant owners cannot afford to drug test their employees, and the only people willing to work the shitty hours with fluctuating, non guaranteed pay, are alcoholics and drug users who can't get or keep a job anywhere else. Or they are students or young people who only want part time, or don't really NEED the money, as they live at home and pay no rent. The workers are, for the most part, transient, and temporary. Why drug test someone who is going to leave in 3 months anyway? If you did drug test, you would not be able to hire enough people to staff your business. Training staff that are just going to leave to go back to school, or move on to the next best job or a busier place where they make more money, is endless. So what happens when they don't show up for work? YOU the owner, or the manager, have to take up the slack. This is why being promoted to manager was never something I wanted to do. All the responsibility, not enough renumeration for the effort. So now you own a restaurant and you are there ALL THE TIME. Forget your home life, your life is your business. AND your product, is perishable. It can't sit on the shelf for a year, and much of it you throw out or should throw out after 4 days of being prepped. That is unless a care less chef or waiter decides to serve it anyway, your customer gets sick, and decides to harpoon you on social media. You better be a good bookkeeper and know how to write off your waste. But I am getting ahead of myself. You already were getting fucked by your suppliers. They send you lettuce that is already wilted, and when you order 4 pounds of duck you better weigh it. Most likely there is only 3.5 lbs in the package. I had ordered lean fresh ground beef one time. It came in a clear plastic bag and looked great at first blush. On the outside a perfect product. Pink and lean on the outside. Hidden on the inside a big ball of fatty old brown shitty beef. It goes on and on. Then there are the customers. Today people want to send the food back constantly. Or eat a half a meal and complain, so they don't have to pay. Ask for extra this or that. All just to not have to PAY for their food. They know that they can destroy your reputation on YELP, or whatever online review sites, so you are going to do whatever it takes to make them happy.
    Tell them "this is exactly what you ordered, PAY for the meal". They will kill you on social media, or walk out. Do you really have time to call the cops and sign an affidavit and create a police report. Of course not. Those picky customers who just want to complain and NEVER say a nice thing about any business, will skewer you on social media and review sites anyway. They left smiling... be prepared to spend an hour of your day, every day, just rebuking reviews online. You could have done everything right, they will bitch anyway. You better have a damn well streamlined process ordering and getting out your food. I have worked at many restaurants with a shitty software system for ordering. Finding the right company and the right platform is arduous. Many systems cannot be modified by the customer, but require a visit from the company supplying the hardware and software for the ordering system. Getting replacement equipment takes weeks, if the company is still in business. Changing the menu, near impossible. If you don't have a Bluetooth ordering system for your staff, you are way behind. Most chefs are latinos these days. They will LEAVE without any notice if they get a better offer. Once you've trained them, if they find a better place to work, or you piss them off in some way, even your best worker will jump ship WITHOUT ANY NOTICE and never answer your phone call again. I've seen it happen over and over. Loyalty is not a term associated with the restaurant business. Then there is the liability insurance and the chance of getting sued. Fees for Uber Eats or whatever delivery company you want to hire, or you are tasking your poor, alcoholic and drug addict staff to drive their under-maintained vehicles to deliver your food. Again, not reliable. Then the electricity goes out. Throw out all your refrigerated food and start over. Hot weather and your A/C is not working? Nobody is going to stay and eat at your restaurant until its fixed. BTW they blasted a message on social media that your restaurant is too hot, killing your business until you get your staff to write another 10 positive reviews. The pitfalls are endless. Want to share your cooking skills and recipes? My best advice, have a dinner party instead.

    • @Therestaurantboss
      @Therestaurantboss  6 лет назад +1

      Well there is everything you mentioned, and then there are also restaurants that make good money, provide great lives for their owners and employees. Owners get to choose which restaurant they want by the decisions they make everyday. You can make money or you can make excuses. You can results or you can complain. You don't both in life, pick one.

    • @OfftoShambala
      @OfftoShambala 6 лет назад

      All industries have pros and cons... similar things could be said for rental properties ... these businesses are not for everyone, but if done and planned well, they can create wealth and many of the typical problems can be minimized

  • @restaurantmastering6119
    @restaurantmastering6119 7 лет назад

    Location played a big part in my second restaurant. The location is important that is for sure.

  • @mescnick
    @mescnick Год назад +2

    Thanks

  • @hellobeautiful7712
    @hellobeautiful7712 6 лет назад +2

    Well sir I am from India and i am opening a quick service restaurant in an area full of colleges and students but only problem isbthere are tons of competitors but good thing footfall is in thousands......so will this kind of location will be sucessfull or if not what should i do.?

    • @Therestaurantboss
      @Therestaurantboss  6 лет назад +1

      Hi! If you want to jump on a call, grab some time here: therestaurantboss.com/hire-me
      Start with a One Thing call.

  • @peanutbutterisfu
    @peanutbutterisfu 7 лет назад +62

    Obviously you want a good location. You want a good lease. But there are tons of fantastic restaurants in my area that don't have the best locations yet are super busy all the time. Why? Because the food FRESH TASTE FANTASTIC and it's Consistently fantastic. People will drive across town if the food is that good. You have to try the food every day and make sure the staff is on point. You can have the best location, building and millions of dollars to back it up but if the food is shit you will not succeed. If you have a nice clean place with a nice staff and the best food in town you will be busy it's not rocket science. Hire a lawyer to handle the lease, don't do it on your own.

    • @peanutbutterisfu
      @peanutbutterisfu 7 лет назад +2

      neema jeena very true. But it definitely starts with the food, if you don’t have above average food your just another restaurant . My girlfriend and I will drive 30 min to go to a good place.

    • @maded418
      @maded418 6 лет назад

      That is true

    • @nesshs9405
      @nesshs9405 6 лет назад +1

      Imagine ur restaurant is in poor area or somewhere like hidden quiet street😕

    • @pro-fessshep7695
      @pro-fessshep7695 5 лет назад +2

      @@nesshs9405 no soup for you 😂🤣
      I will go anywhere there is good food. I am a chef myself and rarely eat out. But I will drive hours for that one meal that I know is worth it.

    • @GLAMEDBYCORA
      @GLAMEDBYCORA 5 лет назад

      👏👏👏👏👏 On point!

  • @sheaucheau11
    @sheaucheau11 5 лет назад

    Do you have any videos specifically for people purchasing an existing restaurant?

    • @Therestaurantboss
      @Therestaurantboss  5 лет назад

      At the moment, we do not. Was there something, in particular, you were interested in regarding that subject?

    • @sheaucheau11
      @sheaucheau11 5 лет назад

      @@Therestaurantboss I'd just like to know what guidelines or indicators you look for when purchasing a restaurant that's for sale. In this instance it isn't being sold due to lack of business, but the owner is ready to retire. Any information would be appreciated!

  • @shabeeblonewolf9420
    @shabeeblonewolf9420 6 лет назад

    Can you please explain how to manage your partners in the resturant bussiness thank you love the vids👍

  • @daleder
    @daleder 5 лет назад +1

    Very valuable information, thank you!

  • @yashwanth2508
    @yashwanth2508 8 лет назад

    sir im planning to start up a restaurant but I don't have idea how to start what initial to be planned etc.. could please help me

  • @paulmart8328
    @paulmart8328 7 лет назад

    Another great video thank you for the insight. What is the rule of thumb and how much I should be spending monthly on my lease?

  • @xxlextra4737
    @xxlextra4737 6 лет назад +2

    Location is always my biggest worries because i think all good location already leased

    • @Therestaurantboss
      @Therestaurantboss  6 лет назад +1

      You just have to keep looking and think outside of the box sometimes.

  • @Listte
    @Listte 6 лет назад +3

    Thank you. Very helpful.

  • @alidaspute1342
    @alidaspute1342 4 года назад +1

    My dads parents owned a tester aunt unfortunately it was burned down by somebody who got fired earlier so I am looking into culinary school and name it after my grandparents old business also lots of teenagers loved their food so much that they would leave on lunch break and get food there even though I’m still young I’m gonna get their eventually

    • @Therestaurantboss
      @Therestaurantboss  4 года назад

      Keep learning and make sure you start your restaurant with a good platform so you are setting yourself up for success! Good luck and keep with it!!!

  • @jackofalltradesllc2116
    @jackofalltradesllc2116 6 лет назад +1

    Do you have any video's on pop restaurants

    • @Therestaurantboss
      @Therestaurantboss  6 лет назад +1

      Thank you for your suggestion. We don't have this currently, but have added it to our idea list.

  • @aruneshtiwari463
    @aruneshtiwari463 6 лет назад

    NEED HELP: This video is helpful. However, my question is very basic in terms of sequencing of events and readiness. While planning to open a restaurant, how would you suggest to work in the sequence of below:
    1) Finalize the location
    2) Finalize the chef
    3) Finalize the menu
    4) Procurement of kitchen equipment’s
    And whatever goes into it, based on your suggestions.
    It would be of really great help.
    Thanks in advance.
    Arunesh

    • @Therestaurantboss
      @Therestaurantboss  6 лет назад

      Concept and location first always, the rest will fall into place.

  • @alphonso6942
    @alphonso6942 7 лет назад

    Location is extremely important. Also the rent correlating to that location.

  • @luko90048
    @luko90048 4 года назад +1

    Thank you for sharing.

  • @davidstokes3542
    @davidstokes3542 8 лет назад

    would it be easier to buy a property and build or take over an a established restaurant?

  • @iampunkgmail3394
    @iampunkgmail3394 7 лет назад

    nice tv.can you tell me how is named?

  • @quasymoto212
    @quasymoto212 10 лет назад

    Dude I need your help on a number of things. Great info on the video. Thanks.

    • @Therestaurantboss
      @Therestaurantboss  10 лет назад +1

      There is a contact me form on my website, therestaurantboss.com, I would love to help you with anything you need. You can also fill our a form for a complimentary strategy session under the 1 on 1 consulting tab.

  • @ANA-db9yn
    @ANA-db9yn 6 лет назад +1

    Really perfect and so useful, you are a professional. Than you a lot.

  • @ieshagreen2430
    @ieshagreen2430 5 лет назад +2

    💓🙌 this video was straight to the point and I definitely enjoyed this video

  • @avirooproy5081
    @avirooproy5081 10 лет назад +10

    Sir my father is opening a restaurant and all the construction and stuff has already begun.
    He's investing a lot of money into this , trying to make this 'restaurant into a destination' given the the fact that it's about a 20 minute drive from the main city we would have to advertise a lot on say tv and newspapers. Your video spoke of the pre construction time period so could you please help me out on what we are supposed to do once it's opened or while the construction is going on. Thanks.

  • @GeorgeLLoria
    @GeorgeLLoria 8 лет назад

    Good info, I will catch up with your videos. Thanks

  • @leonarddejuanfrye2293
    @leonarddejuanfrye2293 7 лет назад

    I want to open my own restaurant in approximate the next couple of years can you suggest any tool I need to get started

  • @ritaadibe662
    @ritaadibe662 8 лет назад

    Great video. I Have a location, I started out as bakery and mini -mart, then I switched to bakery and restaurant due to clients demand for food. My challenge is how to restructure to fit a bakery and resturant. Pls reply.Thanks

  • @005658able
    @005658able 8 лет назад +1

    First class info. Very helpful. Charles

  • @victordcosta9878
    @victordcosta9878 7 лет назад

    It's true about the good locations but there are also many other criteria like internal and external factors.Internal includes
    1)Creditors
    2)Staff
    3) working capital
    and external factors include
    1)Competitors
    2) Economic condition s
    3) Demographic situation

  • @khizertufail991
    @khizertufail991 6 лет назад

    Can You please help me to prepare a project on feasibility of restaurant???????

    • @Therestaurantboss
      @Therestaurantboss  6 лет назад

      I would happy to help, you can reserve a time with me at therestaurantboss.com/coaching. I would schedule a "Borrow my Brain" session and we can go from there.

  • @chloerogers5419
    @chloerogers5419 5 лет назад +1

    I would like more information. Can you help me?

    • @Therestaurantboss
      @Therestaurantboss  5 лет назад

      Hi Jon! Hop on over to therestaurantboss.com/hire-me and grab a One Thing call. That will block out some one-on-one time and we can answer your question.

  • @zenekkowalski3164
    @zenekkowalski3164 6 лет назад +1

    great video it helped me a lot

  • @jesserodriguez2110
    @jesserodriguez2110 6 лет назад

    Thanks, I’m looking to open a cereal bar/ cafe. Looking for any advice that’s how I found you. Thanks Ryan

  • @EricAndrewBrand
    @EricAndrewBrand 6 лет назад

    What if there's a BAR in a bad location but for a very good price?
    is there ways to get people there?
    i'm thinking mixing bar/cafe and another business that people might need
    (like copyshop or secondhand shop popular in bad locations) can this do the trick?

    • @Therestaurantboss
      @Therestaurantboss  6 лет назад +1

      Anything is possible with enough work and budget for marketing to get people there. Are you willing to trade marketing dollars for real estate dollars?

  • @mungyatheishokwungnao1438
    @mungyatheishokwungnao1438 7 лет назад

    What's your advice to those people who are not good in studies but want to open a restaurant, bar, mall etc

  • @BALTIMOREBEY
    @BALTIMOREBEY 9 лет назад

    Any tips for PopUp Cafes

  • @aheartarrowlife
    @aheartarrowlife 10 лет назад

    Good information I'll check out your sight

  • @arunnadakkal6630
    @arunnadakkal6630 6 лет назад

    I have a location which is not so dense populated but the people there are kind of ready to spend on a nice cafe environment.....it's a tourist destination.......but IAM worried if the less no of population there could effect my sales in long run......please reply I would be grateful

  • @meanmachinezzz
    @meanmachinezzz 8 лет назад +1

    I have decided to open up a restaurant, but I started with a cheap location just so I know the exact procedures of opening up a restaurant/coffee shop and what I need etc. As I am new to the business.
    Do you think this is a good idea?

    • @Therestaurantboss
      @Therestaurantboss  8 лет назад +5

      usually not, there is a reason why certain locations are cheap and other are expensive. If you spend extra money on rent that is less money you usually need to spend on attracting customers. As a startup, I would prefer to have a steady flow of potential customers and pay more in rent, then be fighting everyday to attract customers.

    • @lawyer-562
      @lawyer-562 8 лет назад +2

      Such excellent advice and truth. I could not agree more. Thanks for the wisdom. :)

  • @mikemai8568
    @mikemai8568 9 лет назад

    My friends and I have a concept to open the sandwich shops and we are looking for a location. What are the important things do we need to look in term of location? Your videos are great.

    • @ruslifechannel8771
      @ruslifechannel8771 9 лет назад

      That means where is a lot of people walking by, downtown, between business centers etc

    • @snippetx1632
      @snippetx1632 8 лет назад

      competition is a good one. sandwich shops are everywhere nowadays, best of luck

  • @janicebc.2286
    @janicebc.2286 5 лет назад +1

    Please guide me to start up my business because it's my first time hope you help me 😊thanks in advance

    • @Therestaurantboss
      @Therestaurantboss  5 лет назад

      Hi Janice! This is not anything I can council over RUclips...there are just too many things to cover. If you want my personal help, go to the restaurantboss.com/hire-me OR you can check out my new DIY program called SCALE at scalemyrestaurant.com

  • @cool87ism
    @cool87ism 6 лет назад +1

    same things..i m facing.. location n location n location..
    its been 6 months..
    not finding appropriate location for my concept

    • @Therestaurantboss
      @Therestaurantboss  6 лет назад +1

      Be patient, its the most important decision you will make.

  • @khalidahmad7003
    @khalidahmad7003 7 лет назад

    hi. can u do a video on dhaba business. how we can start. thank you

    • @mastermaind2854
      @mastermaind2854 4 года назад

      What you mean dhaba yaaa somali wiil😭😅🤣

  • @sampath117
    @sampath117 5 лет назад +1

    Great advise thanks.. but you were there in production section without hair net 🤣 thats a violation😄

  • @jeanmitra6849
    @jeanmitra6849 5 лет назад

    How you will know that your paying high to an employee?What is the percentage allocated for employee?

    • @Therestaurantboss
      @Therestaurantboss  5 лет назад

      Check out my playlist on Controlling Costs in your Restaurant: ruclips.net/p/PLZTQ1biId0gHIPTdQS16CieQoshhqi0ER

  • @xbayha
    @xbayha 10 лет назад +1

    Thanks for the video! I am getting into Commercial Real Estate and wanted to specialize in restaurant spaces. If you could make a video on what you think makes a great broker, that would be great! Thanks!

    • @kyleinserra
      @kyleinserra 3 года назад

      I’m a commercial broker who specializes in restaurants!

  • @nathansmiddy
    @nathansmiddy 9 лет назад

    okay so if I was to open an Restaurant What would I need First, How much would it cost, what type of Restaurant should I have and how much I Should charge for my Restaurant's food on the menu and I 100% agree to every single thing on what he said Like and yes It is hard to open a business even a Restaurant but I never fort that Restaurant's would fail as well like as mostly when I seen people open a small Restaurant or an big type Restaurant there making like tons of sales each day or month but after watching this video and getting some info from it I know see why now that them Restaurant's are starting to close down due to the fact they could not pay the rent and yet I think it's best for any business to go for the short term contact and not a long term as you never know for sure if it would work or not. In regards to opening a Restaurant how much is the avg cost in total to start one or dose it all vary?

  • @Bk-ve6yq
    @Bk-ve6yq 7 лет назад +52

    Welp my struggle is location because I have the perfect concept but not a damn penny 😒

    • @DH39341
      @DH39341 7 лет назад

      Prince Berly exactly

    • @SongsInRevival
      @SongsInRevival 7 лет назад +9

      Start small. Food cart then truck. Save up. Then launch your business. Get investors or a partner.

    • @peanutbutterisfu
      @peanutbutterisfu 7 лет назад +1

      Investors... if your idea is really good the easy part is getting the money to back you.

    • @20somethingsworld97
      @20somethingsworld97 7 лет назад +1

      Berly King what's the concept maybe I can help

    • @mre6201
      @mre6201 7 лет назад +2

      Berly King location can be sometimes beaten by advertising, especially through social media.

  • @SouthFloridasRestaurantGuy
    @SouthFloridasRestaurantGuy 5 лет назад +1

    great piece!

  • @RajahYaz
    @RajahYaz 8 лет назад

    I selected a location for my under-consruction diner which has several pros and cons, but still i have worries of being chosen the wrong location. Pros are: on T shaped street crossing,crowded residential area with above average income, niche in a 850K citizens area, facing a public parking area, wall-to-wall to a Men's hair designer, car wash, gyms, municipality,church,mosque,hospital and clothing shops. Plus better lease compared to space area, reachable.
    Cons are: street not famous with previous restaurants,however next block is and less road traffic at night.
    should I worry?

    • @Therestaurantboss
      @Therestaurantboss  8 лет назад +1

      Really depends on the type of restaurant you are building.

  • @olasunkanmiolabode9759
    @olasunkanmiolabode9759 4 года назад

    What's required amount to start small restaurant?

    • @Therestaurantboss
      @Therestaurantboss  4 года назад

      There is no hard and fast number that I can give you as there are too many variables.

  • @mexican1351
    @mexican1351 6 лет назад

    I got a restaurant and a Clothing/Urban Shop .. but does this apply in Mexico ? I need help lol . Thanks whoever reply’s ! 🙏🏼

    • @Therestaurantboss
      @Therestaurantboss  6 лет назад

      Hi Louey! If you want to jump on a call, grab some time here: therestaurantboss.com/hire-me
      Start with a One Thing call.

    • @mexican1351
      @mexican1351 6 лет назад

      Sure but I got a Mexican number so am not sure how it would work !

    • @Therestaurantboss
      @Therestaurantboss  5 лет назад +1

      We could do a Skype call.