Knowledge Library
In-depth articles, real-world insights and market data — covering costs, operations, strategy, and legal.
F&B Cost Structure
Know where your money goes before you start
Trends & Reports
Vietnam F&B market trends, industry reports, new regulations, and market statistics — updated with 2024-2025 market data.
Vietnam Sugar Tax 2027: 8% Excise on Sugary Drinks — F&B Impact & Menu Strategy
New 8% tax (rising to 10% in 2028) hits drinks >5g sugar/100ml. Exact pricing math, menu reformulation playbook, and margin protection for cafes, bubble tea, and restaurants.
01/03/2026Cloud Kitchens in Vietnam 2026: The Fastest-Growing F&B Segment
Low capital, high growth — but platform fees and digital skills are the real barriers
01/05/2026Why 50,000 F&B Outlets Closed in H1 2025 — 7 Root Causes No One Teaches
Deep analysis from Soya Garden, Chuk Tea, Baemin failures to Phúc Long & Pizza 4P's counter-examples — and the "boring framework" to survive
28/06/2026Costs
Manage cash flow, price menus, control food costs, and analyze break-even — the factors that determine an F&B business survival.
F&B Cost Structure
Know where your money goes before you start
15/02/2026Critical Metrics
4 numbers that determine survival
15/02/2026Financial Management
Money in, money out — every dong must be tracked
15/02/2026Food Cost Deep Dive
Calculate COGS, control ingredients, and optimize profit margins
15/02/2026Rental Cost Analysis
Location rent benchmarks by area & lease negotiation tips
15/02/2026Delivery App Costs: Grab, Shopee & Self-Delivery
How 20-30% commission fees eat into your profit margins
15/02/2026Early-Stage Cash Flow: Surviving the Hardest Months
Why shops with customers still die from running out of cash
15/02/2026Optimizing Staff Costs
Labor is 20-30% of revenue — how to save without losing good people
15/02/2026Advanced Break-Even Analysis
Not just "when will I break even" but "how will I get there"
15/02/2026Cost to Open a Bakery in Vietnam 2026
Investment, operating costs & payback time for 3 sizes — kiosk to bakery cafe
28/06/2026Cost to Open a Small Coffee Shop in Vietnam 2026
Investment, operating costs & revenue benchmarks for take-away → small shop → specialty cafe
28/06/2026Opening a Coffee Shop in Ho Chi Minh City 2026 — Complete Guide
Capital, location, operations, real case studies + 12-month roadmap for new HCMC cafe owners
15/07/20268 Common Mistakes When Choosing an F&B Location in Vietnam
Foot traffic, rent ratio, lease contracts & the most common location traps in Vietnam
28/06/202610 costing mistakes that make cafes silently unprofitable
Why your P&L shows a profit but your account keeps running dry
15/07/2026Operations
Set up shift schedules, build SOPs, manage staff, and ensure food safety — the foundation for running efficiently every day.
Common F&B Models
Each type has unique characteristics
15/02/2026F&B Business Lifecycle
Don't expect profits from month one
15/02/2026Common Mistakes
80% of closures trace back to these errors
15/02/2026F&B HR Management
Hiring, training, and retention — the hardest challenge
15/02/2026Lessons from Failed F&B Businesses
7 most common reasons F&B businesses close in their first year
15/02/2026Shift Operations & SOPs
Run your shop smoothly even when you're not there
15/02/2026Inventory & Procurement Management
Don't let your money sit in storage or end up in the trash
15/02/2026Handling Customer Complaints
A complaint is an opportunity, not a threat
15/02/2026Staff Performance Management
Great staff = busy shop
15/02/2026F&B Staff Salary in Vietnam 2026: Wage Table + Hidden Costs
Server VND 5-13M, barista VND 6-12M, head chef VND 25-100M — full reference + real total cost
28/06/2026Strategy
Choose your business model, position in the market, develop your menu, and build competitive advantages — long-term strategy to stay strong.
Menu Pricing
The art of pricing for profit
15/02/2026F&B Marketing Basics
A great product nobody knows about = failure
15/02/2026Preparation Mindset
Validate first, open later
15/02/2026F&B Revenue Optimization
12 tactics to increase revenue without raising prices
15/02/2026Customer Retention & Loyalty Programs
Keeping existing customers costs 1/5 of finding new ones
15/02/2026Location Selection & Site Evaluation
Wrong location = failure from day one
15/02/2026Social Media Marketing for F&B
Facebook, TikTok, Instagram — which channel is right for you?
15/02/2026Building an F&B Brand from Scratch
A strong brand = customers find you, no ads needed
15/02/2026Vietnam F&B Industry Benchmark 2026: Reference Data
Market size 726T VND, average revenue, profit margins, failure rates by segment
28/06/2026Legal
Business regulations, licensing requirements, taxes, and legal rights — what you need to know to operate legally.
Legal & Permits
Don't open without the right paperwork
15/02/2026Sole Proprietorship or LLC?
You don't always need to form a company
15/02/2026Food Safety & Hygiene
ATTP regulations, certifications, and daily practices
15/02/2026Taxes & Accounting for F&B Businesses
What you absolutely must know — no accounting degree required
15/02/2026Labor Contracts & Employee Rights
Sign properly, pay fully — avoid disputes and heavy fines
15/02/2026Insurance for Restaurants
Don't wait for a fire to think about insurance
15/02/2026Negotiating a Lease Agreement
One bad clause = hundreds of millions in losses
15/02/2026Technology
POS systems, inventory management, online ordering platforms, and automation — tools to optimize your operations.
Choosing the Right POS System
Don't overspend on POS when you're just starting out
15/02/2026Online Ordering & Delivery
Delivery accounts for 30-50% of revenue at many shops
15/02/2026AI & Technology in F&B
You don't need to understand AI — just know how to use it
15/02/2026Financial Management Software for F&B
Know where your money goes every day — don't wait until month-end
15/02/2026Digital Marketing for Small F&B Businesses
70% of customers find restaurants through Google Maps and social media
02/05/2026