Food & Beverage

Start a food or beverage business serving your local community. From food trucks to specialty cafes, these businesses capitalize on the universal need to eat and socialize.

Business Ideas in Food & Beverage

Food Truck Business

Mobile restaurant serving specialty food at events, street locations, and private bookings

Startup Cost: $50,000-$150,000 Difficulty: Intermediate Time to Profit: 6-12 months
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Specialty Coffee Shop

Third-wave coffee shop focusing on quality beans, expert preparation, and customer experience

Startup Cost: $80,000-$300,000 Difficulty: Intermediate Time to Profit: 12-24 months
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Bakery & Pastry Shop

Retail bakery selling fresh-baked bread, pastries, and desserts to local customers

Startup Cost: $50,000-$250,000 Difficulty: Intermediate Time to Profit: 8-18 months
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Catering Company

Prepare and serve food for events, parties, corporate functions, and weddings

Startup Cost: $10,000-$50,000 Difficulty: Intermediate Time to Profit: 6-12 months
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Juice & Smoothie Bar

Health-focused beverage bar serving fresh juices, smoothies, and wellness drinks

Startup Cost: $40,000-$150,000 Difficulty: Beginner Time to Profit: 6-12 months
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Meal Prep Service

Prepare and package healthy ready-to-eat meals for weekly pickup or delivery

Startup Cost: $15,000-$60,000 Difficulty: Intermediate Time to Profit: 4-8 months
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Ghost Kitchen (Delivery-Only)

Delivery-only restaurant with no dine-in, operating from commercial kitchen

Startup Cost: $30,000-$100,000 Difficulty: Intermediate Time to Profit: 4-8 months
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Craft Brewery & Taproom

Brew and sell craft beer through taproom, distribution, and special events

Startup Cost: $250,000-$1,000,000+ Difficulty: Advanced Time to Profit: 18-36 months
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Ice Cream Shop

Retail shop serving ice cream, gelato, or frozen yogurt with unique flavors

Startup Cost: $50,000-$200,000 Difficulty: Beginner Time to Profit: 8-15 months
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Wine Bar

Upscale bar specializing in wine flights, by-the-glass service, and small plates

Startup Cost: $100,000-$350,000 Difficulty: Intermediate Time to Profit: 12-24 months
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