Açaí and smoothie bar

Office workers, students, gym-goers, shoppers and locals looking for a quick, healthier snack or breakfast.

Per bowl or drink, with extra for toppings and boosters. Regulars, loyalty offers and delivery app orders can build steady trade, but rent and ingredients are the main costs.

• Food prep and hygiene
• Managing stock and suppliers
• Customer service
• Budgeting and pricing
• Local marketing

• Register your food business with your local council before opening, and expect a hygiene inspection
• Check the property's planning use class (for example for hot or cold food takeaway) with the council
• Public liability insurance, plus employer's liability once you hire staff
• Business rates and lease commitments; check what applies to your unit and any relief available
• Allergen information must be clear and accurate
• Frozen fruit costs and imported açaí prices can change, so review prices regularly
• Trade can be seasonal, with quieter winter months

Startup costs are typically around £15,000 to £60,000, depending on the unit, fit-out, freezers, blenders and opening stock. These are estimates, so price up your own site and equipment carefully.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around £6,000 to £25,000, depending on location, opening hours and pricing. Trade can be seasonal, with quieter winter months, and frozen fruit costs can change.

Check that you register your food business with your council before opening and expect a hygiene inspection. Also check the property's planning use class, business rates and lease, insurance, and that allergen information is clear and accurate.