Restaurant Opening & Launch Consulting

Make your first welcome a memorable one.

Opening a restaurant takes more than a beautiful space and a great menu. Catfish & Caviar Co. helps bring the people, details, and guest experience together so your team feels prepared to welcome guests with confidence.

How we can help

Front-of-house readiness: Develop service standards, training plans, and practical workflows that help your team find its rhythm.

Opening events and guest lists: Plan a thoughtful preview or launch, organize guest lists and invitations, and coordinate the details that shape the experience.

Media and outreach: Support media lists, invitations, and coordination to help introduce your concept to the right people.

Service and operations: Review reservations, team communication, and the guest journey, from the first inquiry to the final goodbye.

Every opening is different. We tailor our support to your concept, team, timeline, and goals. Based in New York City, we work with hospitality businesses nationwide.