Are Restaurants Good Bussines In Sayulita?

Are Restaurants Good Bussines In Sayulita? Information needed

Posted 21 January 2008 - 11:56 PM (#1) Marina

Group: Guests

I would like to open a restaurant bussines in Sayulita, and need information regarding what to expect. What kind of tourism goes there? How many locals ? How much will they spend on a meal?

PLEASE HELP¡¡¡¡¡¡

Posted 22 January 2008 - 07:21 AM (#2) Mitchell

Experienced Contributor (26-75 posts/replies)

Group: Members
Posts: 58
Joined: 31-August 06

Marina, on Jan 22 2008, 12:56 AM, said:

Why don't you come here to do your market research? That's the best way, IMHO.

Posted 22 January 2008 - 09:31 PM (#3) Barbara in San Pancho

Honored Contributor (500+ posts/replies)

Group: Home-Business Owners
Posts: 669
Joined: 31-January 06
Gender:Female
Location:San Pancho

I agree with Mitchell -- the questio is too broad. Some restaurants fail, some thrive. i'd get down here and go from restaurant to restaurant and see what works and what doesn't. I'd also talk to the people eating there and ask them what they like and what they think is fair.

You should know that everyone down here either lives within a Mexican economy budget OR expects lower prices. You'll find a few high priced restaurants but mostly its good food for a good price.

Come on down and talk to the owners. Good luck. By the way, make sure you do it legal -- you don't want to invest a lot only to be shut down for non-compliance.

Posted 14 February 2008 - 03:28 PM (#4) Guest

Group: Guests

Barbara in San Pancho, on Jan 22 2008, 09:31 PM, said:

I tend to disagree with Barbara with respect to prices. I have observed that what people are looking for is good quality, taste and nutrition. For this most of us are willing to spend more a bit more. Most of the higher end places seem to be the ones doing the most business. Don Pedros and Calypso usually pack a full house thru out high season and still do well in slower times, supported by local clientele.
On a smaller scale.......Burrito revolution serves burritos which are no less than 59 pesos and he has more business than you can imagine. They are, as I mentioned above, good quality, tasty and pretty healthy

The trick is to find a hole and fill it.

Posted 16 February 2008 - 07:59 AM (#5) Guest

Group: Guests

There has been a large restaurant failure rate in Sayulita mostly people with a lack of professional experience that have a dream of opening a restaurant. Everything is more complicated here, including complience with labor laws to finding a regular supply of fresh ingredients, for those that speak the language and have a commitment to hard work and dedication to quality and can deal with frustration with cultural issues it can be rewarding.

Posted 17 February 2008 - 01:56 PM (#6) bjnelson16@yahoo.com

Expert Contributor (76-150 posts/replies)

Group: Home-Business Owners
Posts: 311
Joined: 29-November 05
Gender:Female
Location:Sayulita year round resident
Interests:Helping my Mexican friends in Sayulita. I encourage tourist to bring down clothing that your kids have out grown, toys, etc.

I have watched a television show that said 95% of restaurants fail the first year. :unsure:

Posted 01 April 2008 - 09:48 PM (#7) surf_CO

Beginning Contributor (5-10 posts/replies)

Group: Members
Posts: 7
Joined: 01-April 08

i'm a chef in CO. restaurants are a risky buisness in general. when you factor in a very seasonal town and a foreign country you are really pushing it.

that being said if you need a chef...i'm your man. 15 years in the business with a mostly fine dining background.

Posted 21 April 2010 - 11:36 AM (#8) seviorr

Beginning Contributor (5-10 posts/replies)

Group: Members
Posts: 10
Joined: 20-March 10

Hello,

I think Mitchell is right you have to come here and do research. if you want to open a restaurant here then you have to come here and look out about the people the tourism,climate and other things that will be the best option.

good luck!!

______________
Hotel Comforter