Opening a restaurant is risky. Its success or failure depends on
whether customers like it. Often, success does not occur overnight.
It may take several years before a robust clientele of neighborhood
regulars develops, and the restaurant gains recognition and
reputation around the city and among tourists. Much of the success
and recognition depends on whether other new restaurants open
around the same time. In addition, the current culinary trend plays
a significant role. Bottom line is, while average statistics...