Badageoni Georgian Kitchen | Application Preview
Badageoni Georgian Kitchen is seeking government grant funding to address essential repairs and upgrades to their restaurant. The funding will help replace a malfunctioning centralized HVAC system and outdated rooftop air conditioning units, as well as upgrade kitchen equipment. The restaurant is still recovering from financial challenges due to COVID and is in need of support for payroll expenses and general operating capital.
The business plan includes expanding operations through enhanced marketing and creating a more inviting atmosphere to complement their vibrant Georgian cuisine. Badageoni is dedicated to showcasing authentic Georgian food, traditions, and hospitality. It has earned accolades such as the Restaurant Guru and MICHELIN Bib Gourmand awards and was recognized in Open Table's survey of the best restaurants in New York City. The restaurant emphasizes the rich flavors and variety in Georgian cuisine, catering to both meat lovers and those seeking vegetarian or vegan options.
Badageoni operates as the sole Georgian restaurant in the Westchester and Connecticut areas, facing competition primarily from establishments in Manhattan. Their unique position, coupled with recognition in dining destination lists and a commitment to fresh ingredients, gives them a competitive edge. The restaurant aims to continue serving its community and preserving the social traditions of Georgian culture.
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General Information
Business Registration Number: 5520645
Location: Bronx, NY, United States
Length of Operation: 1-5
Number of Employees: 1-10 Employees
Annual Gross Income: $500k to $1M
Annual Gross Expense: $500k to $1M
Open to Loans: NO
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Funding Usage
Restaurant needs necessary repairs and upgrades. e.g. Centralized HVAC system is malfunctioning - 2 rooftop air conditionings reached end of the life; these units needs to be replaced. Some kitchen equipment needs to be upgraded. Restaurant is still recovering from COVID losses and needs assistance in Payroll Expense & General Operating Capital.
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Business Plan
Expanding Operations thru marketing and advertisement along with making place cozier and more comfortable to match our colorful cuisine. Badageoni is an authentic Georgian Restaurant devoted to presenting the very best of our kitchen, traditions, and values. RESTAURANT GURU and MICHELIN Bib Gourmand award winner Badageoni, was recently featured in Open Table's survey of the best restaurants in and around New York City. Badageoni made the final elimination round for The Best of Westchester nomination; results are still pending. This restaurant delivers aromatic flavors of Georgian cuisine along with trademark Georgian hospitality and fabulous Georgian wine. For a small country (approximately the size of West Virginia), Georgia’s cuisine has big flavors. While our aromatic food is rich with meat dishes, there are also a variety of vegetarian and vegan choices. We would like to be able to keep our doors open and keep presenting the Georgian traditions and social cultures that bind friends and families to cherish past and present moments.
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Self Identified Competition
Our restaurant is the only Georgian restaurant in Westchester and Connecticut. Our top competitors are located in Manhattan: 1. Chama Mama 2. Cheese Boat 3. Oda House Badageoni is only Georgian restaurant in Westchester and Connecticut. In 2022 we were listed in 7 One-of-a-Kind Dining Destinations Made for Westchester Foodies. Our food is completely fresh. Our menu is decadent. We offer healthy food rich with meat dishes and variety of vegetarian and vegan choices.
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