KRASA Ep. 3 — Budget & Renovation 💸🛠️ This week we’re diving into the real costs of opening a restaurant in the U.S. – First expense? A $8,000 van to haul materials (yes, it already has a Check Engine light on). – Biggest cost? Labor — $1,000 per day for a 5-man crew. – Unexpected buys like toilet parts and sinks (some we’re returning). – Pro tips: always negotiate with contractors & never buy anything without knowing where it goes. – Where we shop? Mostly Home Depot — and yes, we found a way