From concept to comeback, we've got you covered.
We build restaurant and bar brands that perform, operationally, financially, and guest-wise. Whether you’re opening your first spot or fixing what’s broken, our restaurant consulting services create real traction. We bring structure where it’s missing, sharpen your margins, and design experiences that turn one-time visitors into loyal regulars, all with growth in mind.
Launch & Event Planning
Opening day isn’t just a milestone, but your first big impression. From soft launches to full-scale openings, your early moments define how guests experience your brand and whether they come back. We help bars, restaurants, lounges, and hospitality groups plan every detail of the launch process, so it feels smooth, intentional, and unforgettable. Our expertise in event planning for restaurants and bars ensures your debut delivers lasting impact.
What We Do
That includes soft openings, training timelines, media previews, influencer outreach, and coordinated marketing pushes to make sure your first week feels like you’ve been open for years. We also specialize in state-of-the-art bar and restaurant event planning, managing one-off hospitality events from rebrand reveals to press nights that drive awareness, build loyalty, and generate real results
Why It Matters
You only get one shot at a first impression. A rocky opening can lead to bad reviews, overwhelmed staff, and slow momentum that’s hard to recover from. A well-planned launch sets the tone for your team, your brand, and your reputation. It’s a celebration as well as a business strategy. Strong bar and restaurant event management ensures every moment feels seamless.Management ensures every moment feels seamless. This is also why many operators pair launch planning with Menu & Mixology support and early operational structure through Vendor & Supply Chain guidance.
How We Do It
- Launch timeline development and critical path planning
- Team training coordination and service walkthroughs
- Soft opening design with feedback loops
- Grand opening event planning and vendor coordination
- Digital countdowns, email marketing, and PR pushes
- Influencer, media, and industry guest outreach
- On-site support for opening week if needed
Who it’s for
- New concepts that are preparing to open their first location
- Bar or restaurant owners who want to generate buzz before opening
- Operators relaunching after a rebrand, renovation, or reset
- Hospitality groups rolling out new brands or markets
- Teams that need outside support to handle the chaos of launch week
The Tap & Table Difference
We treat your launch like your brand depends on it, because it does. While others offer “opening tips,” we help you execute every part of it. From your first staff training to your first Google review, we align your operations, marketing, and guest experience, so the opening feels intentional and your momentum keeps building. No fluff. No chaos. Just a bright, memorable start.
Learn more about our full approach on The Tap & Table Difference