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Expertise
Multi concept restaurant owner. Just finished fourth restaurant. Can answer questions on all aspects of running, owning and starting a restaurant, cafe or hospitality operation. Enjoy helping other restaurant owners. Most "consultants" have no idea what a restaurant operator needs to be successful. Let me know if I can assist you finding answers to your operating and marketing questions. Accomplished chef and menu development a particular talent for upscale casual restaurants.
Experience in the area
Owner and operator of several multi-concept restaurants. Successful entrepreneur, started businesses from scratch on many occasions. Know the problems with planning and running a restaurant. Always independent operations and not the product of chain restaurants.
Publications
As an author of The Restaurant Ebook, A Guide to Keeping Your Dream Off the Chopping Block, I have helped hundreds of restaurateurs to market and run a better restaurant.For more information visit http://www.therestaurantebook.com or http://www.onawait.com
Education/Credentials
Attended Ohio State University and have gone through many extended classes relating to marketing and management. Written many courses and training manuals.
Currently building fourth restaurant and created a blog to keep track of daily activities. Readers can see the various steps from leasing to opening. Visit http://www.startingarestaurantblog.com
Something controversial or provocative about this subject
Owning and running a restaurant is like producing a Broadway play, it can have the best script, great actors and exceptional stage hands, but if no one is in the seats, the show will be cancelled!
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | P | Comments |
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| Eugene | 02/07/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Hi Larry, Thank you so much for ..... |
| Robert C. Robertson | 01/18/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| John | 11/30/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Matt | 10/28/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks Larry, I appreciate your answers and ..... |
| Mike | 09/15/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Very polite,clear and knowledgeable. I know ..... |
Recent Answers from Larry Edger
2012-02-04 Should I hire delivery driver as contractor or as an employee?:
Sam; Most delivery services are provided by a contractor just to avoid many of the issues raised above. I think you may also want to check the cost of the insurance if they were an employee. That may
2012-01-28 Liquor Licensing for a small cafe:
Kayla; Sorry for the delay in answering this question. Traveling! Certainly, the easiest way is to buy an operating business and transfer the liquor license. However, make sure there are no liens
2011-11-29 Fast casual startup not enjoying the onset of winter:
John; Let's be miserable together! Your e-mail prompted me to check sales yesterday for my restaurants. Two of the three did about half of what we did the previous Monday! The only difference between
2011-11-12 Remotely Controlling an Overseas Business:
Yazan; My overall response to you is don't do it! While the attractive package of a successful restaurant sounds good, the facts are that a 20 seat restaurant 6 hours away by plane is not worth the
2011-10-27 Cost %:
Jon; I am not trying to be difficult here - just helpful. I think you are on the right track to manage costs. However, there is no average. Only historical performance based on your concept and menu
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