Pros:
– Healthier options compared to traditional fast food restaurants can attract customers who are looking for healthier meal options.
– People are more conscious of their health, so offering healthy alternatives can be beneficial both to the bottom line and customer satisfaction.
– Offerings can include vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free items that other restaurants do not offer.
– Fast food restaurants are generally able to generate higher profits than traditional restaurants due to the smaller size of their operations and the fact that customers are typically in a hurry.
Cons:
– As with any business, there is an increased financial risk associated with starting an healthy fast food restaurant.
– There is a lot of competition in the market, so it can be difficult to stand out from the crowd.
– It may be difficult to source quality ingredients for the health conscious menu items.
– Healthy options tend to cost more than traditional fast food items and this could result in lower profits.
– The restaurant may require specialized staff and equipment to prepare healthy food options. This can add to the cost of starting up the business.
– There is a risk that customers will not be interested in healthier options, so the restaurant may struggle to attract customers.
– It can be difficult to set competitive prices while still maintaining profits.