Legacy Restaurant , Abacus Microbrewery
Overview
Palacio Hotel engaged Mint Hospitality Consultancy to transform their underperforming Legacy restaurant into a new-age microbrewery concept. The goal was to reimagine the space, boost revenues, and reposition the property as a premium lifestyle destination in Guwahati.
Challenge
Legacy restaurant was struggling with:
- Low footfall.
- Outdated concept.
- Stagnant revenues.
The client needed a bold repositioning that could compete with the rising demand for nightlife, craft beer, and premium dining experiences in the city.
Solutions
Mint conceptualized Abacus Microbrewery as Guwahati’s modern craft beer and premium dining hub.
Scope included:
- Brewery setup & vendor selection.
- Kitchen & bar redesign.
- New food and bar menus.
- Staff recruitment & training.
- Branding & positioning.
- P&L management.
- SOPs, checklists & operational systems.
Results
- 3X revenue growth compared to the Legacy restaurant.
- Abacus became a city hotspot for craft beer and elevated dining.
- Significant rise in sustained footfall and brand recognition.
- Mint’s systems ensured profitability and operational discipline.