Pub Startup Cost Breakdown (40-seat Craft Beer Pub)
Bar & Draught Equipment:
Draught system 6 taps (lines, cooler, font): EUR 4,000 - 12,000
Nitrogen blending (for stouts/craft): EUR 1,500 - 2,500
Bar counter and back bar: EUR 5,000 - 15,000
Under-counter refrigeration: EUR 2,000 - 5,000
Glass washer: EUR 1,500 - 3,500
POS and cassa system: EUR 1,000 - 2,500
Sala & Fit-out:
Tables and chairs / bar stools (40 seats): EUR 8,000 - 18,000
Renovation and interior design: EUR 15,000 - 45,000
Lighting and audio/visual (TV, sound): EUR 3,000 - 8,000
Signage and decor: EUR 2,000 - 5,000
Licences & Compliance:
SCIA somministrazione: EUR 2,000 - 5,000
SIAE annual music licence (first year): EUR 300 - 1,500
SCF sound recording licence (first year): EUR 200 - 800
HACCP staff certification: EUR 500 - 1,500
Acoustic insulation certificate: EUR 1,000 - 4,000
Professional opening consultancy: EUR 2,000 - 5,000
Working Capital:
Initial beer and food stock: EUR 4,000 - 8,000
Working capital (3 months): EUR 20,000 - 40,000
Total estimated investment:
Minimal setup: EUR 70,000 - 95,000
Standard craft pub: EUR 100,000 - 130,000
Premium fit-out: EUR 130,000 - 200,000
Cost by Pub Format
| Format | Min investment | Typical investment |
|---|
| Small neighbourhood bar (20 seats) | EUR 45,000 | EUR 70,000 |
| Craft beer pub 40 seats | EUR 85,000 | EUR 116,000 |
| Sports pub with screens (50 seats) | EUR 90,000 | EUR 130,000 |
| Irish-style pub (60 seats) | EUR 110,000 | EUR 160,000 |
| Large music venue pub (80+ seats) | EUR 150,000 | EUR 230,000 |