Opening a Restaurant (25)
Opening a restaurant takes careful planning, beginning with finding the perfect location and deciding on a concept and menu. Researching the competition and finding financing are also essential elements of opening a restaurant. Deciding to rent, build or buy are also important decisions that must be made before you open a restaurant.

Menu (19)
The menu sets the tone for the restaurant. It is why people keep coming back. However, creating a restaurant menu involves a lot of work and research. Before you begin writing your menu, you must have a definite concept in mind, as well as a general price range. Finally, the look and layout of your menu is just as important as what it says.

Marketing (17)
Marketing, also known as advertising, is essential for most new restaurants. There are many ways to market your restaurant, including local newspapers, TV and websites. However, word-of-mouth is often the best (and cheapest) marketing for a restaurant.

Staffing a Restaurant (10)
Hiring a staff requires specific knowledge of each job within the restaurant. From front of the house waitstaff, to back of the house kitchen staff, each person needs to be the best at their job, in order for a restaurant to run smoothly.

Stocking a Restaurant (28)
Knowing what to buy, as well as what not to buy, when getting ready to open a restaurant can save you a lot of time and money. Knowing which items to purchase new with a warranty and which items are safe to pick second-hand, will help you save money later on, once you have opened.

Customer Service (6)
From training your staff to dealing with unhappy customers, the service at your restaurant can make or break you. Keep customers coming back again and again with these tips for great customer service.

Catering (9)
Information on catering for restaurants, including menu ideas, supplies and equipment lists, and marketing strategies.

Finances (11)
Establishing a budget is just the first step to making your restaurant a success. Sticking to the budget is the next step. Hiring a bookkeeper, an accountant and knowing what to do when you aren't meeting your budget are other important aspects of restaurant finances.

Laws & Insurance (11)
Restaurants have a complex set of rules and regulations that can overwhelm a new owner. From health codes, to mandatory insurances, to liquor licensing, all of your questions related to restaurant laws and licenses are explained here.

Resources (23)
From networks like the Food Channel to magazines dedicated to restauranting, advice on starting your restaurant is everywhere. We've put together a comprehensive list of resources to help answer all your questions about the restaurant business.

Glossary of Terms (97)
The restaurant business if full of unique terms and phrases. Learning them all is a but like learning a foreign language to help you decipher the restaurant code, we've complied a list of common restaurant phrases and terms.