How Do You Start A Soul Food Restaurant?
Soul food is a staple of culinary menus around the world. Restaurants such as Sylvia’s in New York City, Zanzibar Blue in Philadelphia and Soul on the Bayeaux in Houston offer mouth-watering selections. With the right guidance and skill set, you can earn a handsome living as a soul food restaurant owner. Get your Employee Identification Number (EIN). Complete an EIN application through the Internal Revenue Service (see Resources). Note that you can also apply for your EIN over the telephone by calling the Business & Specialty Tax Line at 800-829-4933. Contact your state’s Department of Revenue or Taxation (see Resources). Register to collect state sales and use tax. Note that many states allow users to file forms and pay taxes directly through their websites. Create a business plan. Write a detailed business plan for your soul food restaurant. Provide a description for your restaurant, including the types of dishes you will serve. For example, you could serve seasoned collard and turni
