Hello there
    I have been wanting to get into the restaurant business and have always talked myself out of it.  But now I know that there is no better time to go for it then now. I am starting to research locations and possible buildings, I was wondering if there is some things that i should look for like, People to talk to, Investors, etc... I am not a certified chef but i am a pretty good cook.  I guess i am just looking for direction to help me out on this and i hope that you can help

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Mike in minnesota

From what you write, it sounds like you don't have any restaurant experience at all. If that is the case, I would advise that you go and get a job working in at least two restaurants before you think of opening your own. My local Community College offers low-cost classes on starting a restaurant - stuff like hygiene, finance and local laws, etc. You definitely need some business knowledge/experience to run a restaurant.

Good luck!

-Stuart

Yes you're right, the sincerity and willingness are big factors to that. I suggest Gazelle, you must build your restaurant near to a place that often has crowded people. You better negotiate to someone that owner of a good location and payment for your planning business.