Opening a bar

If the idea of opening your own bar appeals to you, check out these tips for opening a successful bar. Plus what you can expect in the first 6 months...

Get detailed information on location, equipment, investment cost, licenses, and more.

✔ How Do You Choose A Bar Concept Or Theme? ✔ How Do You Name A Bar Or Nightclub? ✔ What Are The Different Types Of Legal Structures For Your Bar? ✔ How Do You Write A Business Plan For Your Bar Or Nightclub? ✔ Do You Need Finance To Open Your Bar Or Nightclub? ✔ How Do You Choose The Best Location For Your Bar Or Nightclub? ✔ What Licenses Are Required When Opening A Bar In Sydney? ✔ How Do You Design The Best Layout For Your Bar Or Nightclub? ✔ Plus Much More!

Learn how to open a profitable bar business with these easy steps. Get tips on everything from licensing and permits to choosing the location

Averages show that bar startup costs are between $125,000 and $850,000. We break down the costs to help you begin planning.

We asked two honchos featured in the new craft cocktail documentary Hey Bartender! (premiered at SXSW, national June 7th) their dos and don'ts of opening a bar.

Photographic print of neon sign board, BAR OPEN by Hiroko

Salsa under the stars • Cafe by day and record listening bar & restaurant with occasional live music that’ll make you want to get up and dance under their open-air space, it’s a real vibe at @cafedragon.med ⚡️Grab some of their cocktails to start and make sure to try their wood-fired oven pizza. Big fan of the flatbread as well which paired well with the hummus & crispy quinoa, so good we ordered another! Great recommendation from a local, thanks Camilo! 🪩💃

Opening a bar can be daunting. Our guide has you covered from first concepts to a soft opening. Learn more about business plans, locations, staffing & more!

Here are seven bar marketing and promotion ideas you can try to get discovered by new customers and keep them coming back for more.