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  • #16
    Yep, I've tried a couple of places, however they do their own roasting. Not sure if they supply wholesale as well.In terms of coffee delivery, given my lack of experience and difficulty in trying to get experience, I'm planning to hire someone to be the Barista whilst I focus on operations and food. I also plan to learn off the hired Barista.I haven't spotted anything for lease in a location where I'm happy, so getting a fitout quote seems to be an issue. As small as possible is what I'm aiming for.

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    • #17
      I added your 1st thread. Hopefully it does get merged. That allows replies to work better for you.

      http://coffeesnobs.com.au/general-co...m-i-crazy.html

      There will be a high price involved to open a bistro. Have you thought of other options?

      I have been slowly goong thro the forum and reading heaps of threads.

      Here is one with some ammo for you.

      http://coffeesnobs.com.au/general-co...y-pricing.html

      Pay attention to posts 4,5,6 & 7. Info about the whole scene you have in mind.

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      • #18
        Originally posted by GreenBeanGenii View Post
        I added your 1st thread. Hopefully it does get merged. That allows replies to work better for you.

        http://coffeesnobs.com.au/general-co...m-i-crazy.html

        There will be a high price involved to open a bistro. Have you thought of other options?

        I have been slowly goong thro the forum and reading heaps of threads.

        Here is one with some ammo for you.

        http://coffeesnobs.com.au/general-co...y-pricing.html

        Pay attention to posts 4,5,6 & 7. Info about the whole scene you have in mind.
        Thanks for the reply mate.

        I might have worded it wrongly in my opening. I suppose what I'm trying to emulate is the perth style takeaway coffee scene with a focus on a type of food that is also takeaway. (Perth actually copied Melbourne to some degree on this). So hole in the wall is best way to describe what I'm trying to open.

        I feel there is an opportunity for this in Sydney. Sydney has surprised me with its lack of "hip" coffee takeaway stores.

        Apart from finding a location, my challenge with taking the plunge in putting my plans into reality is to make sure I've got estimated costing done. My major worry is the fitout costs. I assume you must have signed a lease before getting your fitout quotes sorted?

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        • #19
          I like your enthusiasm. And I don't think there's anything wrong with getting advice from on online forum or two. But I really hope you're doing more than that. You should be reading small business 'self help' books and booklets. Have you been to a bank or a mortgage broker? Even an accountant or a financial advisor or something? Get small business advice as much as 'cafe' advice. When I was thinking of buying a franchise I went to the bank to see if it was even possible. They gave me heaps to think about and had a whole lot of reading material. Have you done this? And why are you asking us about getting shop fitting quotes? I'd be asking a shop fitter or two. They might not be able to give you exact dollar quotes, but they should be able to tell you what you get for a certain amount of money. At least pick up the phone and call a few people, that part is free for sure. Keep us posted if you go ahead. Good luck.

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