Free Seminar: How to Spot Winning Café Sites

Thinking of opening a café? Before you sign that lease, attend this free one-night seminar that could save you tens of thousands in costly mistakes. Learn how to assess the location like a seasoned operator, from zoning issues and council permits to kitchen layout, rent ratios, parking access, and even the hidden red flags buried in your lease. Real talk. Real tools. Real insights. No fluff, just the must-know stuff that most new café owners miss. Seats are limited. Book now. It’s free, but the lessons are priceless.

Course Duration is 2hours

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Thinking about opening a café?

Before you commit to a lease, sign a contract, or fall in love with a space that “feels right,” take 90 minutes to learn what really makes a location work, and what can quietly kill your café before it even opens.

This free information evening is packed with practical, real-world insights from someone who’s actually walked the path.

I’m Peter, I’ve opened and operated 12 cafes from the ground up, and I now coach new owners across South Australia on how to do it right the first time.
I’ve made the mistakes, I’ve learned the hard lessons, and now I teach others how to avoid them.

You’ll Learn:

How to assess if a space is actually suitable for café use
What council zoning, permits, and development plans you MUST check
The hidden costs and access issues people forget to factor in
Whether your dream layout is even possible (waste, gas, kitchen size, exhaust, and more)
How to calculate if the rent is sustainable for your turnover goals
Why traffic flow, parking, and customer access can make or break your business
What to ask the landlord, before you get locked into a nightmare lease
How to read the demographics and spot opportunities others miss

Who Should Attend?

Anyone dreaming of starting their own café
Hospitality workers thinking about taking the next step
Landlords or investors considering café tenants
Café owners scouting their second (or third) site
Anyone who wants to avoid the common, and costly, location mistakes

This session is free, but seats are limited.
Secure your place now and walk away with clarity, confidence, and a checklist that could save you thousands.

Upcoming Courses

Course Title	Training Begins	Price AUD (ex GST)
Free Seminar: How to Spot Winning Café Sites	Mon 2, Jun 2025 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm	0.00

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FAQ

Most frequent questions and answers

1. Who is this seminar for?

This seminar is ideal for anyone thinking about opening a café, whether you’re still at the dreaming stage or already scouting locations. If you want to avoid expensive mistakes and assess sites like a pro, this is for you.

2. What will I learn on the night?

You’ll learn how to assess a potential café site with confidence, including zoning laws, service access, layout feasibility, council requirements, lease traps, and even demographic suitability. You’ll leave with the same checklist I’ve used across 12 successful café openings.

3. How much does it cost to attend?

Nothing! This is a free seminar, no catch. It’s a value-packed introduction designed to help future café owners avoid common location pitfalls (and to introduce you to the support available through my Café Startup Mentorship).

4. Will there be time for questions?

Absolutely. I’ve built in time at the end of the seminar for live Q&A. Bring your questions, site ideas, or anything else you’re unsure about, I’ll answer as many as I can.

5. Do I need to bring anything?

Just something to take notes with. You’ll receive a downloadable location checklist after the event, but jotting down ideas and questions on the night will be helpful.

6. What if I already have a location in mind?

Perfect! This seminar will help you validate whether your chosen location stacks up, or what red flags to look for before committing. Many attendees have used this session to get peace of mind before signing a lease.

7. Is there parking available at the venue?

Yes, there’s plenty of free parking available in the surrounding side streets. It’s just a short walk to the building, so you’ll have no trouble finding a spot nearby.