Bars are the lifeline of a city at night. It is not the grocery stores, the schools or the offices that keep a city alive at night; it is the bars. While different people have different opinions about opening a bar and owning a bar, if handled properly, it can be one of the most profitable businesses of the neighborhood. However, there are certain key factors that need to be considered when opening a bar and here are a few. 

Getting approval

As mentioned before, different people have different opinions regarding a bar and the items they serve. Thus, regulations and licenses are in place so as to regulate these places for the benefit of society. The first thing to do if you are opening a bar is to find out the regulations in place for that area. If it is a highly residential zone, there will be regulations in place to prevent establishments such as bars. If it is a mixed development zone, there are usually a minimum plot area that an institution needs to cover to be eligible. There are also the alcohol license and the tobacco license before you can start purchasing wholesale cigarettes and selling them.

Location Location Location

For any business, the location is of paramount importance. As mentioned previously, the regulations in each region regulates the establishment of bars. However, even within a dense commercial area where bars are allowed, it is important to pick a good location so as to attract the customers. Especially for a bar, a location close to the work places where people can drop in after for a drink before heading home is ideal. It also needs to be in a visible and open space to attract customers without looking dodgy.However, that again depends on the type of people you want to entertain at your pub. If it is the office crowds or the criminals of the region is up to you and depending on which, the atmosphere, location and the profits or running of the business will change significantly. Thus, pick your customer base first and thereafter the ideal location to suit the needs of your specific customer.

The Ambiance

Just like the location, the ambiance of the bar will determine the customers who visit your bar. Depending on the type of people you want to entertain you need to decorate the place to suit them. However, there are the usual bar staples such as the bar stools, a few couches, a dart board and the pool table.