Running a bar or tavern is one of the most popular choices for entrepreneurs who want to operate a small business, but it's a risky business for those who go into it uninformed. In Roy Alonzo's classic "The Upstart Guide to Owning and Managing a Bar or Tavern," readers will receive information on planning the business, making the initial investment, marketing strategies, and much more. This updated second edition includes two all-new chapters that cover the latest trends in the bar and tavern, such as computer and security systems, and bartending essentials. as well as contact information on state regulatory agencies, and recipes for 80 popular drink recipes. It also addresses nuts-and-bolts matters including: How to navigate through the complex start-up processHow to calculate food and beverage costs and control expensesIntegrating new technologies into the bar/tavern businessDecor, design and event features that draw customersFrom a winning sample business plan to how to get the most out of your employees, this book is a must-have for entrepreneurs who want to turn their dreams of tavern ownership into reality.