Bar Business

Bar Business Success Stories [2024]

Pat Walls

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Updated: October 8th, 2024

Opening a bar can be a compelling business venture. Picture a space where people unwind after a long day, celebrate milestones, or just savor the comfort of their favorite drink. In simple terms, a bar business involves creating a welcoming and enjoyable environment where guests can enjoy a range of beverages, from craft cocktails to regional beers.

By appealing to diverse tastes and offering unique themes or entertainment, you can draw a loyal clientele. There's also the flexibility to host events, tastings, or live music nights, adding layers of engagement to the customer experience.

However, it’s crucial to understand the commitment involved. This includes navigating licenses, managing suppliers, and fostering an exceptional customer service standard. The rewards can be gratifying, knowing you’ve created a cherished spot in the community. If you’re eager to craft memorable moments and provide stellar hospitality, starting a bar might just be your calling.

In this list, you'll find real-world bar business success stories and very profitable examples of starting a bar business that makes money.

1. Denver Pub Crawl ($42K/year)

Tyler came up with the idea for Denver Pub Crawl after experiencing pub crawls in different countries during his travels. He noticed the differences in size and frequency of pub crawls between the US and Europe, and decided to bring the European-style pub crawl experience to Denver. By carefully researching and visiting bars, conducting test runs, and building relationships with partner bars, he successfully launched and grew the business despite the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.

How much money it makes: $42K/year
How much did it cost to start: $450
How many people on the team: 1

On Starting A $3.5K/Month European-Style Pub Crawl Business In Denver

Denver Pub Crawl is a US-European hybrid experience for tourists and locals run by Tyler, with operations that not only were able to scale around variables like capacity and number of attendees, but also managed to grow his team from two part-time members to a team of four, including a paid intern, while answering the question of what the future looks like: continuing to push, grow, and create.

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