Food Costing, Menu Analysis and Menu Costing

Training First Class Thursday November 19 9:30
Limited Number, be sure to reserve your spot!

Presented by Doug Marranci Partner / Broker @ Atlanta Restaurant Exchange
35 Years Operating Experience, Started 6 Restaurants
Experienced with Franchises, Fine Dining, Quick Service,
Fast Food, International Cuisines and most every genre
of The Restaurant Business!

Every Day we receive financials from different restaurants.

In most cases, we can look at the statements and immediately tell where the problem areas are….

I have a passion for the Restaurant Industry. It breaks my heart to see so many good business people not succeed because they did not know basic food cost accounting!

How do i decide what to sell in my restaurant?
How much does it cost?
How much do I need to charge?
How do I know if an item is Profitable?
How do i understand my food costs?
What is a quick way to monitor food costs?
How do I decide what my food cost percentages should be?
How can my accounting tell me where trouble spots are?
Can my restaurant be profitable?

If you are planning on opening a restaurant, Please take advantage of these courses!

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+ 2 Hybrid Cars and a Scooter!

Pizza Fusion Restaurant Atlanta Pizza Franchise For Sale by Atlanta Restaurant Exchange

Owner must attend sell due to family obligations.
This is the first LEED certified Restaurant in Atlanta!

Selling for only 350K this is a once in a lifetime opportunity to get into the future of the restaurant industry.  There is pending legislation which will require all restaurants to meet certain environmental concerns.  Pizza Fusion is There..  We were amazed as the list of Green is a mile long for this business

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Doug Marranci

The Fed’s Ben Bernanke and many other market watchers say that the recession has bottomed out.   There are small positive signs appearing here and there.  I agree with predictions that strong signs of recovery will manifest over the next couple of months.  There will still be problems here and there, but in my opinion, the bottom line is that the whole economic climate begins to change when a retail consumer sees the item that they have been looking at for many months, picks it up and buys it.

While out and about in retail settings, I notice that over the last year, people were shopping, however they were not carrying bags, now people are actually purchasing things they have not been and retail sales are showing some signs of recovery.

Everyone has learned how to cut back, and this is not a bad thing as we will emerge from this economic distress stronger with a more disciplined approach to spending.

A difference I notice is that consumer behavior fluctuates wildly in many areas.  I have spoken with restaurant owners who say they have recently had some of their best months in history as well as their worst months in history.  Interestingly enough, many of the restaurants or quick service places that have a more premium product, report that their sales are more stable than ever before  (thinking premium yogurt, or juice bars, and high end restaurants.)

Many people who are not able to take a vacation may be “treating” themselves to special things that they may not have enjoyed in the past.  Retail predictions are that this holiday season will be good in sales, as more people will be having a homestyle “old fashioned” family holiday than ever before.

The Recession is Over!

One of the premier indicators of our economic health is the Real Gross Domestic Product and you can see that the GDB hit bottom in first quarter 2009.  The positive news is that second quarter 2009  GDP rose 1 % and after a good holiday season, will certainly be positive again.

People are beginning to feel optimistic again.  I have no doubt that people are feeling a little beaten up lately, however they will emerge, with caution. Impulse buying may be dead, but businesses that present a good value along with customer comfort will thrive.

Opening a business now forces one to make more careful decisions, with more thought and research put into every aspect of the business.  If the business plan is viable today, one is destined for success as the economy improves.

There are many deals out there right now, and many buyers looking for a bargain.  These bargains are going to disappear after the first of the year.  If one is considering buying a business, now is the time to ride the wave and become one the successful entrepreneurs of the  “new emerging economy.”

Doug Marranci
Broker/Partner
Atlanta Restaurant Exchange
1708 Peachtree Street NW
Atlanta Georgia 30309

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Pizza Fusion Franchise For Sale in Atlanta

Owner must attend sell due to family obligations.
This is the first LEED certified Restaurant in Atlanta!

Selling for only 350K this is a once in a lifetime opportunity to get into the future of the restaurant industry.  There is pending legislation which will require all restaurants to meet certain environmental concerns.  Pizza Fusion is There..  We were amazed as the list of Green is a mile long for this business

Pizza Fusion Pizza Franchise For Sale

Opened to great reviews, and will a continuous level of growth, this restaurant comes with 2 eco-friendly Hybrid Smart Cars and a Scooter for Delivery.  The cars are wrapped completely with Pizza Fusion colors, logs and marketing.

Green is Coming, Healthful Food and Drinks free from chemicals, horomones and toxins are becoming more and more popular,  and Pizza Fusion is leading the way.

There is a press release below that goes into detail about the concept.

You need to call us today, this one will not last long at 350K including options to open 4 more stores! 404-892-4999

Pizza Fusion (www.pizzafusion.com), America’s most environmentally friendly restaurant, will introduce Atlanta’s first LEED certified restaurant with the opening of the first of five LEED certified locations scheduled for the Atlanta market this September at 2233 Peachtree Rd., Atlanta, GA  30309.  Entrepreneur Jeff Melnick is the franchisee behind Pizza Fusion’s five store area development deal for Atlanta.

“Pizza Fusion’s socially conscious values are a good fit with the likeminded residents of Atlanta,” Melnick explains.  “With seven Whole Foods and five Trader Joe’s for a total of 12 organic food markets, in addition to 53 LEED certified buildings in Atlanta, Pizza Fusion’s eco-friendly, organic cuisine will be a welcomed addition to the city’s restaurant portfolio. It’s going to be a great hybrid ride providing gourmet organic food to the residents of Atlanta.  We’re very excited to bring Pizza Fusion to Atlanta.”

Pizza Fusion, whose motto is ‘Saving the Earth, One Pizza at a Time,’ serves a gourmet, organic menu of pizza, ciabatta sandwiches, wraps, desserts, beer and wine.  They also offer health conscious alternatives for people with selective diets and food allergies, including gluten-free, casein-free, vegan and lactose-free options.

“High on the list of things our members wish for is to sit down at a restaurant and have gluten-free pizza,” Tom Flynn, president of Atlanta Metro Celiacs, states. “With Pizza Fusion’s opening, we are now going to have that here in Atlanta. I have heard good reviews from our members who have eaten at Pizza Fusion’s in other parts of the country. The celiac forums have seconded those good reviews. I understand prevention of cross contamination is built into their staff training, having a gluten-free preparation area and having the top shelf of their oven, GF only. I am looking forward to their opening.”

Taking the lead in environmentally sustainable restaurant practices, Pizza Fusion upholds an eco-friendly approach to their entire existence, including their restaurants’ build-out, service and overall operations.  From delivering their food in hybrid vehicles to offsetting their power consumption with certified renewable energy certificates to heating the water in their restaurants with their oven, Pizza Fusion is a socially responsible example for businesses and individuals alike, to follow.

“Georgia is a great market for Pizza Fusion,” Vaughan Lazar, CEO and co-founder of Pizza Fusion, continues.  “Their environmental initiatives have placed them among the top green states in the U.S.  We believe our socially conscious approach to restaurant service will be warmly welcomed by the residents of Atlanta.  Furthermore, expanding into the neighboring states of our headquarters is very important to us.  We believe Jeff, possessing the socially responsible values we seek in our franchisees, is a perfect fit with our team.  We’re proud to welcome him into the Pizza Fusion family and look forward to his success in Atlanta.”

Jeff is currently a member of Georgia Organics and sits on the Energy and Technology committee for the Green Food Service Alliance.  Jeff, his wife and their two children have lived in Atlanta for a total of 14 years.  Prior to Pizza Fusion, Jeff was Vice President of Media Solutions, an independent media buying firm. As a Marketing Consultant with Scholastic, Jeff helped coordinate a $2 million two year youth violence multi-media prevention program with Zell Miller, Governor of Georgia, called “Safe Schools, Safe Streets.”  Through volunteering, networking and strategic alliances, Jeff has begun to aggressively reach out to the organic and socially responsible communities in Atlanta.

About Pizza Fusion
From seed to plate, Pizza Fusion was founded in the best interest of society and the planet. Pizza Fusion combines an eclectic, organic menu with an industry-leading environmental approach to service in chic LEED certified full-service restaurants. Pizza Fusion, whose motto is ’saving the Earth, one pizza at a time,’ specializes in gourmet pizzas, ciabatta sandwiches, salads, desserts, beers, wines and more in their purest form – untainted by artificial additives, such as pesticides, preservatives, antibiotics and hormones. Additionally, Pizza Fusion caters to the needs of selective diets with gluten-free, vegan, casein-free and lactose-free menu items. With more than 75 locations already in development in 15 states since the launch of their franchise program in 2007, Pizza Fusion is well on its way to redefining the restaurant industry. For additional information, visit: www.pizzafusion.com.

Food Court Quick Service Restaurant For Sale
Phipps Plaza – The Highest Income Demographics in the State!

Phipps Plaza Food Court Restaurants For Sale

Food Court is Right across from HUGE AMC  Theater

Excellent Traffic – Excellent Visibility

98K For a SET UP and Operating Quick Service Restaurant in Phipps Plaza..

This is a Franchise and is Sold as that,
or Purchase and put in your own concept…

Phipps is Beautiful All Year Round.. Christmas is Exceptional!

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Have a desire to be self employed?

Looking for an established business that is easy to learn?

Looking for owners who will train you how to run this business?

This is your Opportunity!

Fruit Flowers Gift Basket Delivery Business For Sale

Current Owner must sell this business.  You can buy this business with owner financing.  If you have the desire and are a good fit, you may qualify to buy this business for a minimum down payment.  This is a business that can be expanded in unlimited ways.  A new owner with new energy will have no problems growing this business.

Call Today for more information about this opportunity.

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Atlanta GA 30309

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We have 21 Restaurants for Sale in Atlanta Georgia and the Atlanta Georgia Metro Area for Under 100 K!

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Set Up and Ready for you to bring your concept, or maybe just tweak an existing concept and bring it to profitability.

Save Months on Buildout Time and save THOUSANDS of dollars on Grease Traps (15K) Hood Vents (10-20K) Furniture (25 – 150K) ADA Compliant Rest Rooms (35 – 110K) Equipment (10 to 300K)

If you have a dream and are ready to make it a Reality, but just need to find the right space,  call us today..

In addition to Restaurants For Sale, we have Restaurant Properties For Lease!

Many with Owner Financing Options!

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Atlanta Georgia 30309

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Owner must move on to help with family business.  Will be available for training and support as the family business is in Atlanta.

This restaurant is a favorite in the neighborhood where it is located.  High traffic area and this place is a favorite with local hotels and the huge convention center nearby.  New hotels are being built around this area.

This business is set up and operating profitably with the owner not working in the store.  If you don’t have a lot of restaurant ownership experience, this is the opportunity for you.

The restaurant can run itself.  This is your opportunity to purchase this restaurant and  be trained by the owner.  As you learn, you can take over the operation with complete confidence, and continue this profitable successful business.

The owner has faith that this business can be purchased, the owner can make a living and pay for the business, and will consider owner financing.

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Atlanta GA 30309

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Italian Pizza Restaurant For Sale with Owner Financing.

For a limited time, we have a Popular National Pizza Franchise Restaurant for Sale in Atlanta with an SBA backed loan in place.

If you qualify for an SBA backed loan,  This may be your opportunity

This is an up and running National Franchise Pizza Restaurant.  Successfully opened in a high income neighborhood in Atlanta Georgia.

Business is Priced to Sell, and you may qualify to assume the SBA loan that is in place.

Save Money on Buildout and Time finding a location..   Time to Buildout 4 – 6 Months, Cost 700+  Franchise Fees and Much More Aggravation.

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1708 Peachtree St NW
Atlanta GA 30309

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You must qualify for an SBA Backed Loan and be approved by the bank holding the note.

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Will be withdrawn from sale Wednesday September 30 at 5 pm.

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Flying Biscuit Cafe For Sale in Atlanta

Operating Raving Brands Successful Concept
Turn Key and Ready To Go!

This location will be an instant success for an experienced owner operator.

Current Owner is hands off and has no restaurant experience.
Just need someone who knows how to run a restaurant properly
to come in and bring things in line.

Ready to Go – Turnkey
Listed for 300K
With potential Owner Financing for an Experienced and Qualified Owner Operator.

Call Brian Paul at 404-892-4999 to schedule an appointment to see this location!

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Beautiful Bar Restaurant Pub For Sale in Gwinnett County Georgia

You can see the attention to detail that was put into the buildout of this bar.

Beautiful wood with dark accents.

This is a neighborhood Pub with a fully equipped
Chef’s Kitchen that is operating as a Sports Bar.

Plenty of space and visibility for any concept.

Owner’s family moved to Florida and owner
is anxious to join them and selling this business
for 40K which is a small fraction of the cost
to build this place out!

Full Kitchen, sports bar
set up currently with pool tables.
Plenty of visibility with windows
all across the front and down one side.

For 40K
you can not go wrong here.

This opportunity will not last long.

Please call today 404-892-4999

Lawrenceville is a Casual Area..

People here love Casual Fine Dining,
Sports Bars and Upscale Casual REstaurants

sportsbars are a High Profit Margin Product!

2400 Square Ft 2650 Month Lease

Seats more than 100 People

Great Neighborhood Pub Feeling!

More information about this Fully Equipped Restaurant Pub For Sale

This is A Fraction of what it would cost
to re-produce this restaurant today..
Owners family has moved to Florida and
he is eagar to join them!

Ready to Sell Quickly!

Call Today for More Information:

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The Atlanta Metro Area
is one of the Fastest Growing Populations in the US!

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1708 Peachtree ST NW
Suite 520
Atlanta Georgia 30309

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This is a wonderful full service restaurant in a beautiful industrial building
that has been converted into a Multi Level Restaurant.

Huge and beautiful Main Dining Room with exposed brick and high ceilings.

Private dining room that seats about 50.

Used for private parties or as main dining when
Large catered events are going on in the spectacular dining room area.

Bar with Seating, comfy sofa areas and cozy nooks with booths..

Deck Bistro Tables and a super garden patio which seats more than 100 finish out this location.

Chef’s Kitchen is fully equipped and has yet another level Prep and Catering Kitchen.

If you are new in the area,
or are looking to expand your current concept
this is your opportunity of a lifetime!

Sales of more than 1.3 mil  Listed @ 450K

Click Here For Info about this Loft Factory Restaurant For Sale

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Suite 520
Atlanta Georgia 30309

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Spectacular Menu is Mouth Watering and Very Popular with Loyal Customers!

Separate Prep/Catering Kitchen – Professionally Designed Chef’s Kitchen.

Full Staff and Management in Place and will stay with new owner..
Current Owner will provide training and transitional assistance.

Seats 220 Inside and more than 100 on decks and Patio!

Sales of more than 1.3 Million

Listed at 450 K

This is 1/3 of what it would cost
to re-produce this restaurant today..
Owner has other business interests
that take too much time away from this business.

Currently Operating 11 am until Midnight most days.

Our Marketing  Reaches Far and Wide, we received this request today:

Dear Sir,
I would like to sell a restaurant in Sintra ,
Portugal and I was confronted with your site.

How can you help us??
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Superior Location in Midtown Atlanta Georgia on a very busy street available as a ground lease.  Excellent Access and Visibility and Proximity to Many High Rise Office Buildings, Georgia Tech, and Plenty of Residential and Retail traffic.  Pedestrian Traffic is Unbelievable!

This is a premier location right across from a boutique hotel with more than 300 rooms.

Great parcel for a Restaurant or Retail Space.  High Volume Demographics, suitable for a National Franchise or a Locally Grown Business.

There are not many long term ground leases available in Midtown Atlanta, and this spot will not last long.

Parcel is approximately 140 ft deep by 100 Ft wide.

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Atlanta Georgia 30309

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