Opening a restaurant is exciting, but it’s also one of the biggest financial and operational challenges you’ll ever undertake. Every decision you make before opening—from your concept and location to your menu, staffing and financial planning—will influence your long-term success.
At Harris Restaurant Consultants, we help restaurant owners navigate every stage of the journey. With over 30 years of hospitality experience and more than 17 years advising restaurants across the UK, we provide practical, commercially focused guidance that reduces risk and helps create businesses built for long-term profitability.
Whether you’re opening your first restaurant, taking over an existing site or expanding your business, we’re here to help you open with confidence.
If so, we would love to help.
Restaurant Concept Development
We’ll help shape your vision into a commercially viable concept that stands out in the market while remaining practical to operate.
Business Planning & Financial Forecasting
Create realistic business plans, financial projections and cashflow forecasts that give investors and lenders confidence.
Property & Lease Advice
We’ll help assess potential premises and identify operational opportunities and potential risks before you commit.
Kitchen Design & Menu Development
Develop efficient kitchen operations and profitable menus that deliver an outstanding guest experience while protecting your margins.
Recruitment & Team Development
Find and develop the management and kitchen teams you’ll need for a successful launch.
Opening Support
From planning through to opening day, we’ll work alongside you to help ensure every detail is in place for a successful launch.
Andrey Datsenko | Melt Room, London
Andrey Datsenko | Melt Room, London