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What does it really take to build a ₹100 Cr restaurant empire from scratch? This episode of Launch Codes by Masters’ Union breaks it all down!

We sat down with Amit Bagga, Co-founder & CEO of Daryaganj, a restaurant chain that’s redefining India’s dining scene. More than just a brand, Daryaganj carries a legendary culinary legacy founded on recipes by Late Kundan Lal Jaggi, one of the pioneers of Butter Chicken & Dal Makhani.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

How much capital do you really need to start a restaurant?
Cloud kitchens vs. Fine dining vs. Casual dining – Which model wins?
Revenue, ticket sizes & profitability – What’s the secret formula?
Pricing strategies & food business margins
Marketing hacks to attract & retain customers
The biggest mistakes restaurant owners make & how to avoid them

This isn’t just a conversation, it’s a masterclass in building a profitable restaurant business!

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Chapters:

0:00 Highlights
0:47 Podcast Begins
1:44 How Daryaganj Started - The Story Behind the Brand
4:20 Current Scale of Daryaganj
4:49 Revenue, Customer Turnaround & Ticket Size - What’s the Formula?
6:54 Margins Breakdown - Outlets vs. Cloud Kitchens vs. Delivery
8:33 Expansion Strategy - How Many Cities & International Plans
10:58 Challenges of Running a Restaurant Business in India
13:55 Breaking Down Different Restaurant Business Models
16:00 Price Points & Profitability - How Do Restaurants Make Money?
17:34 Choosing the Right Restaurant Model - Casual vs. Fine Dining vs. Cloud Kitchens
20:39 How Much Capital is Needed to Start a Restaurant?
26:40 Payback Period & Investment Returns in the Restaurant Business
28:22 Breaking Down Customer Cuisine Preferences
29:55 Why Daryaganj Started in Delhi & Its Market Strategy
33:36 Understanding Operational Expenses in a Restaurant
35:34 How to Pick the Perfect Restaurant Name
36:36 The X-Factor of a Restaurant - How the 5 Senses Impact Customers
40:22 How to Create a Winning Menu & Pick the Right Dishes
43:12 How to Perfect Your Food Quality & Consistency
45:00 Breaking Down Operating Expenses - Where Do You Spend the Most?
48:18 Restaurant Team Structure & Hiring Process
50:00 How to Increase EBITDA & Profitability
51:35 How to Launch & Market a New Restaurant
54:16 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Starting a Restaurant
58:45 What to Do If Your Restaurant Isn’t Profitable After a Year
1:00:34 Future Plans for Daryaganj
1:03:24 Final Advice for Aspiring Restaurateurs
1:05:34 Conclusion

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