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<\/h1>\nNot all available spaces are right for restaurants. Everyone knows that finding the right spot for a restaurant is never easy. Sometimes, even a location that seems right \u2013 high traffic, visibility and accessibility, may not be the best for you.<\/p>\n
Other times, a spot that seems like a bad idea may turn out to be right. There are so many aspects to consider when opening a restaurant, but the location is one of the most important ones.<\/p>\n
<\/h1>\nAs Malaysians, we understand the parking predicament. There are never enough parking spots<\/b>, be it our work places, hangout spots or shopping malls. When considering where to go makan, a common factor is always the parking.<\/p>\n
Malaysians prioritize convenience when it comes to eating out. If parking is a major problem for them, regular customers will be a problem for you<\/b>. Popular commercial hubs like USJ 9 and SS15 are full of restaurants, but they are known for their parking issues. Aside from college students, many wouldn\u2019t go out of their way to have a meal there, solely because of the lack of parking spaces.<\/p>\nCan You See Me Now? [restrict]
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More people in an area must mean more customers, right? Well, not exactly. Many of us go through our day-to-day routines without taking note of our surroundings. If your restaurant isn\u2019t welcoming or visible, most people will skim past it.<\/b><\/p>\n
Think about our mamak and hawker stalls. Anywhere we go, we notice them, even if they are not in prime locations. This is because they are visible. From a glance we know exactly what they\u2019re about and what we can get from them. Likewise, your restaurant needs to be distinguished by your sign, colour and logo.<\/b><\/p>\nSell Right, Buy Right
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Understanding who your customers are will assist in choosing your location.<\/b> You wouldn\u2019t open a fine-dining restaurant in area with mostly college students. Likewise, you wouldn\u2019t open a home-cook styled restaurant in Kuala Lumpur\u2019s city centre.<\/p>\n
The Uncle Don\u2019s in Taipan has been thriving ever since they opened. However, the spot they chose has been known by locals as the cursed spot<\/i>. For almost two decades, every restaurant or bar that has opened in that lot has failed miserably. Uncle Don\u2019s succeeds because their prices are perfect for the residents.<\/b> It is obvious that they understood who their customers would be, and then planned accordingly.<\/p>\nKnow Thy Neighbour
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Assessing your competition is one of the first things a person considers before choosing a restaurant location. Some considerations sound like this:<\/p>\n
\u201cDoes Jalan Telawi really need another banana leaf restaurant? \u201c<\/i><\/p>\n
\u201cCan my cakeshop match up with Artisan\u2019s glorious cheesecake?\u201d<\/i><\/p>\n