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Escoffier’s Guide to Starting a Restaurant

Dreaming of opening your own place but not sure where to start?

Our Guide to Starting a Restaurant can show you the essential “ingredients” you may need to execute your vision, from concept to opening day.

GET ESCOFFIER’S GUIDE TO STARTING A RESTAURANT

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What’s Inside?

We’ve distilled the complexities of the food industry into a clear roadmap for new and prospective owners.

This guide provides tactical answers you may need to move from “idea” to “open,” like:

  • Which business model fits your budget?
  • What belongs in a professional business plan?
  • How do you price for profit?
  • …and more!

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Choose the Right Path for Your Vision

From lean startups to full-scale launches, explore different ways you can enter the market:

  • Low-Cost Startups: Explore models like ghost kitchens that can launch for as little as $10,000.
  • Strategic Funding: Navigate the world of small business grants, SBA loans, and private investors.
  • Location Scouting: Consider key factors for foot traffic, visibility, and neighborhood community.
  • Licensing & Permits: Find a checklist of the legal essentials, from EINs to health permits.

What Could Your Future Look Like?

Owning a restaurant takes both great food and business grit. By understanding the logistics now, you can build a solid foundation and stay focused on your craft.

Download Escoffier’s restaurant startup guide now, and start planning your first service!

Anybody can say they are a chef. As far as the management portion, that is where Escoffier is actually helping me run a restaurant, run a café, or run a business. And that’s what I want – my own restaurant.”**
Escoffier Graduate Tiffany Moore TIFFANY MOORE
ONLINE CULINARY ARTS GRADUATE, CO‑FOUNDER & CHEF, EVENT HALL @ CASCADE
*This information may not reflect every student’s experience. Results and outcomes may be based on several factors such as geographical region or previous experience.

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