1. Customers love a patio.

    In fact, patio dining can boost your restaurant sales by 30%¹.

    Patio table with a menu and plant

  2. Know your regulations.

    Navigating local regulations and permits might not sound exciting, but with 49% of covers walking in², it’s a critical first step to creating an outdoor space that passersby can hear, smell, and be enticed by.

    Patio tables and chairs outside of a restaurant

  3. Know your break-even point.

    Increased capacity can lead to increased expenses. Looking for contribution margin per customer? You can get more information in our downloadable guide.

    Illustration on how to calculate your outside restaurant seating area break even point

  4. Calculate your ROI.

    Compare the additional revenue generated from outdoor dining with your initial investment and ongoing operational costs. It’s a lot, so let’s parse it out.

    Illustration on how to calculate your outside restaurant seating area ROI

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WHAT’S NEXT?

Once you’ve figured out whether this venture is possible and worth investing in, you can dive into the details.