Guiding Restaurants, Bars, and Lounges to Profitability.

Profitability starts with the guest, and the plan drives it. From first concept sketch to expansion or turnaround, we bring precision, partnership, and industry insight to every stage of hospitality growth. Our mission is simple: create experiences guests love and margins you can count on.

New BAR Ventures

Starting a bar seems simple until you’re knee-deep in permits, sourcing, hiring, and a drink menu that still doesn’t feel quite right. First-time bar owners often underestimate how much groundwork goes into opening night. Miss one compliance detail or overbuild your beverage program, and things can go sideways fast. The dream is real, but so is the grind, and without a solid business plan for a bar, that first month can do lasting damage. You’ve got the vision. We help you bring it to life without the rookie mistakes, whether you need support in starting a bar business plan or execution.

How We Help

We help first-time bar owners launch competent, legal, and fully prepared:

Navigate TABC and local permitting requirements
Build vendor relationships for spirits, mixers, equipment, and barware
Develop drink menus that balance creativity and profitability
Plan staffing, training, and service standards
Guide marketing and launch strategy for a strong debut

We take the pressure off the process so you can focus on your guests.

What Success Looks Like

Your bar doesn’t just open, it opens right:

All permits secured, no legal blind spots
A drink program that performs financially and stands out
Systems are in place for smooth service and staffing
Guests are excited to show up and keep coming back
A concept that feels polished, not rushed, because it's built on a strong lounge business plan

Why Tap & Table Work for You

We’ve helped everyone from first-timers to seasoned operators open bars that last. Our team knows what matters before the first pour, and how to build structure around creativity. We don’t just help you pass inspections or price your cocktails. We help you create a bar that works from day one and gets stronger with time. You bring the idea. We help make it a business.