Resources for aspiring bar owners, authored by hospitality veteran Ryan Dahlstrom. Built from 20+ years of bar operations and calibrated to the real mechanics of opening and running a venue.
FLAGSHIP
The complete investor-ready and lender-friendly bar business plan with integrated financial assumptions, startup cost breakdowns, and operational projections. Customizable for any concept.
BUNDLE
The complete opening system combining the Bar Business Plan, Bar Startup Cost Spreadsheet, Critical Path Checklist, and The Ultimate Responsible Alcohol Service Manual. Priced below individual purchases.
COMING SOON
A working spreadsheet model that breaks bar startup costs into the line items that actually matter. Currently available only as part of the Founder Bundle.
COMING SOON
The sequence of dependencies that determines whether the opening happens on time. Currently available only as part of the Founder Bundle.
ON BARTENDERTRAININGMANUAL.COM
The 140-page bartender training and responsible alcohol service manual. Sold through bartendertrainingmanual.com, also authored by Ryan Dahlstrom. Available as a standalone purchase or included in the Founder Bundle.
SERVICE
Venue-specific business plan development built from your concept, location, and financial situation rather than customized from a template. Available by arrangement.
SERVICE
Founder consulting on concept validation, location assessment, financial modeling, and opening sequencing. Available by arrangement.
Ryan Dahlstrom
Author & Expert Witness
20+ years of hospitality operations. Author of The Ultimate Responsible Alcohol Service Manual and The Bar Starts Here.
12 Month Financial Summary
All four resources priced below the sum of individual purchases.
The Bar Business Plan is the right starting point for most founders. For tailored guidance on which resource fits your venue and timeline, reach out directly.
