For you kiddos and uncultured swines, this is from Misery, a movie based on a Stephen King novel with the same name. Please read it!
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@NameyMcNameFace, Absolutely! Sounds like a good time with friends or family.
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@Pandaren Brewmaster, older families. Kids might not like it to much.
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@NameyMcNameFace, I would. However, I'm not squeamish. I know a lot of people who wouldn't set foot in that type of place, but I guess it depends on the level of horror. I mean, harmless fun level or blood on the walls level. That being said: Thing to keep in mind 1. Know the level of horror. Thing 2. Know your demographic. If you feel like maybe families would try it out, have something for everyone. Thing 3. (Personal opinion) I wouldn't spend too much on decorations because you won't know what's in and fresh as far as movies, shows, etc. Thing 4. Take into account the size of your business. How much is too much? Thing 5. MUTHAFVCKN PROFIT! And good luck!
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@NameyMcNameFace, its sound cool and all but try to stay away from props that are too gross. Might ruin people's appetite
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@tha5th, that’s the thing I was thinking blood on the walls. Chainsaw massacre and slasher as movies. Being served pizza by penny wise. Creating a twitter account that scares people. We will also deliver with 2 sentence horror stories written on the inside of the boxes. What I’m saying is, I’m not sure if I want this to be “family friendly” restaurant. At least at first. As far as decorations, it’s going to be classics. Leather face, Jegsaw, scream, Freddy etc.
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@NameyMcNameFace, Sounds cool! Just remember thing 2. It all comes down to what location you choose. I assume this will be a eat-in restaurant style that also delivers, is that correct?
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@tha5th, yes. It’s also right next door to a apartment and on a busy street in my city. And relatively close to major highway.
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@NameyMcNameFace, From someone who worked in parent's family restaurant off and on for 10 years, DO NOT go into it unprepared or unsuspecting of the sheer amount of time, preparation, and work that goes just into getting it off the ground, let alone functioning on a daily basis. I mean holy hell. I watched literally a dozen restaurants on the same street rise and fall each faster than the last because the owners didn't realize what they were getting into. When my folks finally retired, they said they felt like a storm had passed. I don't mean to discourage you. You just need to hear reality from someone who's been there. Can it be fun? Yes. Rewarding? Absolutely. But every day can also be a struggle, and there will be ups and downs.
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@SpankieMcGee , that’s a concern that I have too. But with violent video games and violence in movies I think that older generations will be used to it. Especially if they have the nice smell of pizza in front of them.
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@tha5th, I could have a place sectioned off a bit to not have a movie playing there. And the patio.
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@Yourself, would you open a restaurant yourself?
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@NameyMcNameFace, that sounds like a great idea, I went to a burger place during a museum install in Des Moines with a similar idea, but it seems you’d take it farther than they did. Keep us updated!
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@NameyMcNameFace, Also keep in mind if you will have different horror movie characters serving or hosting/greeting, they would need to be in costume as part of their job. We're talking about a lot of money there alone. Your profits need to justify your losses. That's just one point to many reasons that I feel you've probably thought of already. If that's the case, then it appears you have given this some thought in addition to the science behind running a business. Go for it! Maybe we'll see you on a travel channel show one day. Let us know so we can visit.
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@NameyMcNameFace, In my town, no, but competition here is ridiculously high. And it was never my passion in the first place. I'm the wrong person to ask. Research your area and make sure you can handle expenses and logistics if you decide to move forward. For all you know, my experience could be at one painful end of a very wide spectrum. You could end up at the other doing what you absolutely love. Either way, best of luck. For the record, I like your pizzeria idea.
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@Yourself, thank you.
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@tha5th, I also thing the coustumes would pay for themselves. Becasue the waiter/waitress would be given more tips than normal waiter/waitress for the simple fact they are in costume. Which will save me money on the back end and not have to pay them has high becasue they get tipped high. And if they “become the character” they could make even more.
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@tha5th, also I checked. The name killer Pizza is available. I think that would be a badass name to name it.
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@NameyMcNameFace, How about sCREAMPIE.
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@NameyMcNameFace, Sorry that was uncalled for and immature.
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@tha5th, that’s not a bad one either.
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@tha5th, I thought it was a typo. LOL. Scream pie. Pizzas are referred to as pies sometime.
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@NameyMcNameFace, Nah it was definitely what I meant. I just though the creampie part was a bonus which is why I capitalized. I meant it as both Scream Pie and creampie. Ha.. ha.. Sex stuff.
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@tha5th, I get it. It’s funny. But thoughts on killer pizza? “A slice to die for.”
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@NameyMcNameFace, I think it's good. I wouldn't mind having a meal at your place.
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@tha5th, thanks. Let’s hope others agree with you.
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@Burt Reynolds, how was it?
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@NameyMcNameFace, the idea is fine but although it’s the idea that might draw your first customers and some new customers, the most important thing is delivering a quality product. The answer to your second question demands a further question, is the pizza good? Ultimately that is key, especially for delivery where your theme becomes less important.
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@Sarcastic Wombat, I have looked into wholesale and found several that also work with the big companies. If I can get a better chef that will take time with the ingredients than I know I can do better than some college kid and Pizza Hut.
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@Sarcastic Wombat, will it cost more? Yes. But I’m a sit down restaurant, they are fast food.
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@NameyMcNameFace, costing more is fine, although you’d be surprised how many customers will feel otherwise. I’m in the pizza business myself and run a place that focuses more on quality and we do fine. That complaint does come up a lot though.
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@Sarcastic Wombat, how is your place? Are you happy with it?
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@NameyMcNameFace, yo look at Zombieburger in Iowa, their whole theme is horror/zombies you might get some inspiration from them
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@NameyMcNameFace, it does well. To elaborate I’m the gm, not the owner so there are things I would do differently if I was specifically the head honcho. It‘s kind of like a generic chucky cheese, video games etc, family oriented.
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@NameyMcNameFace, as long as the pizza good
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@NameyMcNameFace, Seems like an interesting idea, it’s at least a hook to get someone’s attention. You just have to have food to keep regular business. Remember to do marketing and advertising. Also have enough money aside to keep yourself afloat for a couple years. Small businesses especially restaurants have the highest failure rate, but it’s not impossible. Just be ready for a rocky start
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"Misery" by Hansen starts playing
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Heavens to Betsy
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That guy looks like he's in misery...
Semi related to pic i want an honest opinion with you guys. I’m thinking of opening a restaurant. I plan on making it horror themed. Scary posters, horror movies showing, creepy music in the bathrooms, waiter/waitrresses in costumes etc. it’s going to be a pizzeria, do you think it’s a good idea? Would you eat there?