Practical packaging and restaurant startup guides

Ideas, checklists, and buying guidance for cafes, restaurants, bakeries, pizza shops, and food brands.

Restaurant Startup

How to Open a Coffee Shop: A Practical Checklist for First-Time Owners

A practical, step-by-step guide to opening a coffee shop in the U.S., from concept and location to equipment, packaging, launch planning, and local marketing.

July 6, 2026 9 min read