Hospitality & Dining Capex

Restaurant Setup Loan: Commercial Interior Fit-Out & Kitchen Equipment Financing

Opening a dine-in restaurant or contemporary cafe involves substantial upfront capital for architectural fit-outs, aesthetic lighting, HVAC, commercial refrigeration, bar setup, POS automation, and initial working capital. Restaurant Setup Loans provide structured funding to bridge the gap between concept and Grand Opening.

Max Sanction

Up to ₹2.5 Crores

Interest Rate

10.25% - 13.75% p.a.

Repayment Tenure

2 to 7 Years

Processing Time

5 - 8 Working Days

Itemized Capex Financing Breakdown

Architectural Decor & Civil Interior 40%

Flooring, acoustic ceilings, designer lighting, wall treatments, custom dining booths, and customer restrooms.

Commercial Kitchen & Cookline 25%

Heavy-duty 4-burner ranges, commercial combi ovens, fryers, food prep tables, and dishwashing lines.

HVAC & Air Management 15%

Centralized ducting, air conditioning systems, fresh air intake, and commercial exhaust scrubbers.

Bar & Beverage Infrastructure 10%

Espresso machines, draft beer taps, under-counter bottle coolers, ice machines, and glassware stations.

POS, Sound System & Compliance 10%

Multi-terminal POS hardware, surround sound audio systems, surveillance cameras, and initial license fees.

Applicant Eligibility Criteria

  • Experienced restaurateurs, hospitality management graduates, or franchise investors.
  • Secured commercial property lease with minimum 5-year lock-in tenure.
  • Detailed architectural project estimate signed by a licensed architect or interior contractor.
  • Proforma quotes from established commercial kitchen suppliers.
  • Clear credit track record with healthy promoter net worth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get a moratorium on repayment while the restaurant is under interior construction?

Yes. Most partner banks provide a 3 to 6-month moratorium period during which you only service the interest, with principal EMI payments beginning once the restaurant opens to the public.

Does the loan cover franchise fee and royalty payments?

Yes. If you are launching a recognized quick-service or casual dining franchise, the upfront franchise license fee can be included within the sanctioned project cost.

What is the maximum loan tenure available for restaurant setup?

Restaurant setup term loans are generally structured with a tenure of 5 to 7 years, allowing comfortable monthly EMI amortization.

Can I include liquor license fees and bar inventory in the loan?

Fixed bar machinery (draft dispensers, ice makers, wine chillers) is funded via the capex term loan. Working capital lines can be used to fund initial cellar inventory and seasonal stocks.