A restaurant is much more than a place to eat. It is an experience that you should take pride in. The floor plan should reflect this by including elements that will make your guests feel welcome and comfortable. Here’s how to make a restaurant floor plan with all of the most important elements that customers need and want.
Table and Chair Layout Options
Something as basic as where you put your tables and chairs is an important part of any floor plan. Not only will it affect how customers feel about the space, but it will also affect how efficiently they can use it. When designing your restaurant floor plan, be sure to consider the following:
- How many tables can be seated at once?
- How many chairs do you need?
- What type of furniture will work best?
Restaurant Kitchen
Your kitchen should be located strategically in your floor plan for efficiency, without being intrusive to the dining experience. Whether you have an open or closed kitchen, the flow from the kitchen to the dining room should be seamless to reduce errors and backlogs.
Waiting Area
An important part of any floor plan is a waiting area. This area should be designed to keep guests comfortable and entertained. It should include a TV, books, or other activities that guests can enjoy.
Outdoor Dining Area
Your restaurant should have an outdoor dining area that guests can use when the weather is nice. This area should be located near the entrance so that guests can get a good view of the restaurant while they’re waiting.
Bar Floor Plan
A bar should be included in any floor plan for a restaurant. Not only will it make guests feel more comfortable, but it will also help to attract more customers.
Restroom Plan
A restaurant should have a restroom plan that reflects the type of customer that it is targeting. For example, a steakhouse should have a restroom designed with more upscale finishings and a layout providing privacy.
Entrance
Your entrance should be designed to reflect the atmosphere of your restaurant. For example, a casual restaurant might have an open kitchen and a bar area, while a more formal restaurant might have a more traditional entrance.
Emergency Exits
It is important to have emergency exits in your restaurant floor plan in case of a fire or other emergency.
Private Rooms
Some restaurants, such as fine-dining restaurants, may want to offer private rooms to their customers. This can be done by including private entrances or by providing private areas within the restaurant.
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