Brazilian pastelaria counter shop

Local workers and students at lunch, families, Brazilian and Latin American communities, and delivery app customers.

Sales of pastéis, combos and drinks over the counter, plus delivery orders and party trays. Drinks and combos help raise the average order.

• Cooking and frying consistently
• Managing food costs and stock
• Customer service
• Basic bookkeeping and staff scheduling

• Food premises permit, health inspections and food handler certification, which differ by province and municipality
• Ventilation, fire suppression and grease trap requirements for frying, so check with the landlord and local fire authority
• Commercial general liability insurance, plus WCB/WSIB coverage once you hire (rules vary by province)
• Lease terms, fit-out costs and slow winter months
• Allergen labelling and safe handling of meat and cheese fillings
• In Quebec, check French-language rules for signage and menus

Startup costs are typically estimated at around $30,000 to $120,000, depending on the premises, fit-out and kitchen equipment. Lease terms and slow winter months matter, so plan a cash buffer.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $10,000 to $45,000, depending on location, menu and opening hours. The estimates assume at least about 40 hours a week, before rent, ingredients and staff costs.

Check food premises permits, health inspections and food handler certification, which differ by province and municipality. Also check ventilation, fire suppression and grease trap requirements with your landlord and fire authority, insurance, WCB/WSIB once you hire, allergen labelling and Quebec language rules.