Marcus Rivera

Marcus Rivera is a restaurant industry veteran with over 15 years of hands-on experience — from line cook to restaurant owner and multi-unit operator. He has opened 6 restaurants across the U.S. (Texas, Florida, and Colorado), managed teams of up to 80 staff, and consulted for over 40 restaurant businesses on everything from pre-opening planning to turnaround strategy. Marcus holds a B.S. in Hospitality Management from Cornell University's School of Hotel Administration and a professional certification in Restaurant Operations from the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation. His work has been featured in Restaurant Business Online, QSR Magazine, and Modern Restaurant Management. Marcus founded RestaurantLaunchpad.io to share proven, real-world guidance for aspiring and existing restaurant owners — skipping the theory and focusing on what actually works in a real kitchen.

Best Commercial Steam Kettles for Restaurants in 2026

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Disclosure: RestaurantLaunchpad.io is reader-supported. We may earn a commission if you purchase through our links at no extra cost to you. By Marcus Rivera | June 6, 2026 | How We Evaluate → Quick Answer: The best commercial steam kettles for restaurants in 2026 range from 20-gallon countertop units ($1,500–$3,500) to 100-gallon floor-mount tilting kettles … Read more

How to Open a Thai Restaurant in 2026: Costs, Licenses, Equipment & Tips

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Disclosure: RestaurantLaunchpad.io is reader-supported. We may earn a commission if you purchase through our links at no extra cost to you. By Marcus Rivera | June 6, 2026 | How We Evaluate → Quick Answer: Opening a Thai restaurant in 2026 typically costs between $150,000 and $500,000 depending on location, size, and concept. You’ll need … Read more

How to Open a Burger Restaurant: The Complete Guide (2026)

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Disclosure: RestaurantLaunchpad is reader-supported. We may earn a commission if you purchase through our links, at no extra cost to you. By Marcus Rivera | June 5, 2026 | How We Evaluate Quick Answer: Opening a burger restaurant costs between $175,000–$500,000+ depending on format (fast-casual vs. full service). You’ll need a solid concept, proper licensing, … Read more

How to Open a Sushi Restaurant: Costs, Equipment & Licenses (2026 Guide)

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Disclosure: RestaurantLaunchpad is reader-supported. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission at no additional cost to you. Read our editorial policy. By Marcus Rivera | June 2, 2026 | How We Evaluate Quick Answer: Opening a sushi restaurant costs between $175,000 and $500,000+ depending on location and format. … Read more