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.
Franchise Buyers
Buying into a restaurant franchise can be a clever shortcut to ownership, or an expensive misstep. The opportunity sounds promising on paper, but behind the glossy sales decks are real questions: Will this work in my market? How long before I see ROI? What hidden costs are waiting? First-time franchisees often step in without a complete picture and quickly find themselves overwhelmed by permitting, buildouts, vendor lock-ins, and misaligned expectations. You’re not just buying a brand. You’re building a business, and that takes more than a franchise kit. That’s where working with a restaurant franchise consultant helps you make smarter, safer decisions.
How We Help
We help you make smarter decisions before, during, and after the deal:
- Evaluate franchise options for local market fit and ROI potential
- Review FDDs and agreements to surface red flags
- Analyze startup costs, margins, and break-even timelines
- Guide permitting, licensing, and location setup
- Support opening-day execution and early-stage marketing
Through our tailored franchise consulting services, we act as your strategic second set of eyes and your boots on the ground.
What Success Looks Like
You move forward with clarity, not guesswork:
- Confidence in the franchise choice you've made
- Realistic financial projections and launch timeline
- Smooth permitting, vendor setup, and location prep
- A strong opening and brand-compliant marketing rollout
- Fewer surprises and better outcomes from day one
Why Tap & Table Work for You
We’ve helped franchise buyers go in with eyes open and come out ahead. Our team knows what questions to ask, what numbers matter, and where franchise models often fall short in real life. As your trusted franchise business consultant, we go beyond helping you choose the right brand to make the business side work effectively. From building a clear franchise restaurant business plan to executing operations, you get the support your franchisor doesn’t always provide and the clarity no one else is incentivized to give.