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Restaurant Investment Simulator
Estimate the full cost of opening your restaurant in Spain. Renovation, equipment, licenses, stock, marketing and working capital.
Adjust amounts to your case. Defaults are average estimates for independent restaurant in Spain.
Range: 80.000 € — 150.000 €
Range: 30.000 € — 60.000 €
Range: 8000 € — 15.000 €
Range: 5000 € — 10.000 €
Range: 3000 € — 8000 €
Range: 10.000 € — 25.000 €
How much you expect to invoice monthly once open
Net profit after all costs
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to open a restaurant in Spain?
An independent restaurant in Madrid/Barcelona typically costs 150,000-300,000 EUR all-in: renovation (80-150k), kitchen equipment (30-60k), licenses (8-15k), initial stock, launch marketing, and working capital. Cafes/tapas bars cost 75-150k, and dark kitchens 50-120k.
What percentage should be working capital?
At least 10-15% of total investment should be working capital — money to cover fixed costs during the first 3-6 months when revenue is still ramping up. This is the most common mistake of new restaurateurs.
How long does it take to recover the investment?
A healthy restaurant recovers initial investment in 24-36 months. Above 48 months the business becomes vulnerable. If your projection shows >60 months, review pricing, concept, or fixed costs before opening.
Should I open with a loan or my own capital?
Ideally a mix: 40-60% own capital + 40-60% loan or ICO. Opening 100% with debt is risky — if the first months go slow, debt service strangles cash flow.
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