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Paths / I want to open a venue
I want to open a venue

Open a venue: from budget to return on investment

The path for anyone opening a bar or restaurant: startup costs, break-even, sustainable rent, depreciation and ROI.

You're thinking of opening. These steps turn the idea into bankable numbers: how much to start, when you break even and whether the investment really pays.

Start: Startup cost
  1. 1

    Estimate startup costs

    Works, equipment, licences, stock and working capital: the full initial investment.

    Open Startup cost
  2. 2

    Calculate the break-even point

    How many covers a day you need to cover fixed costs and start earning.

    Open Restaurant break-even
  3. 3

    Check rent sustainability

    Make sure the rent is in line with expected revenue before you sign.

    Open Commercial lease sustainability
  4. 4

    Plan equipment depreciation

    Spread the investment cost over the years for a realistic P&L.

    Open Equipment depreciation
  5. 5

    Measure the investment ROI

    See how long it takes to recover capital and whether the project is worth it.

    Open Restaurant ROI

How to use this path

Follow the steps in order: each calculation feeds the next. Save the results in your private area to find and compare them, and export the PDF to share with partners, your bank or accountant. Results are operational estimates: for tax, legal or technical decisions always consult a qualified professional.