EU starting business in USA
I’m a 24-year-old European building a smash burger + coffee concept in the U.S. and looking for advice, connections, and possibly a partner.
I’ve worked in restaurants since I was 16 dishwashing, pizza, prep, burgers, sauces, desserts. I also helped manage a restaurant for 2 years during my studies.
Concept: small smash burger + coffee shop, simple menu, high quality, fast service, delivery-focused, all-day operation.
I’m exploring best U.S. states/cities (Texas/Florida etc.), startup costs, E-2 visa path, and how to connect with operators or investors.
I’m aware this is a well-established concept in the U.S. and many people are already doing it, but I have the passion and I believe the U.S. market not Europe or anywhere else in the world is the right place for this kind of concept.
I know execution matters more than ideas, and I’m ready to start small and work hard.
Open to any advice or connections.