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𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗱𝗵𝗮𝗯𝗮𝘀 𝗱𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗮𝗳𝗲𝘀? Originated in North India, especially Punjab, during the early 20th century Initially set up along highways to serve truck drivers and long-distance travelers Run by families, offering home-style cooked Indian food using traditional methods Focused on simple, hearty, affordable meals like dal, roti, sabzi, and lassi Rustic open-air setup with charpai or wooden benches and steel plates Known for fast service and low prices Typically located in rural or highway areas with minimal infrastructure costs Offer food at ₹100–₹300 for two people Restaurants are usually located in urban areas with proper seating, lighting, and decor Restaurants serve multi-cuisine or specialized menus with service staff Restaurant cost ranges from ₹500–₹2000+ for two people Restaurants have higher overhead due to rent, GST, and branded ingredients Cafes are urban, youth-centric spaces with artistic decor and cozy ambience Cafes serve snacks, coffee, and continental-style food Cafes cost around ₹300–₹800 for two people Dhabas use locally sourced ingredients and traditional cooking methods Restaurants use premium ingredients and professional chefs Cafes use packaged or imported goods like coffee and desserts Dhabas have low staff costs, often family-run or using local helpers Restaurants employ chefs, servers, and managers with higher payroll Cafes hire baristas and minimal staff for casual service Dhabas have minimal maintenance and no air conditioning or formal setup Restaurants have high maintenance due to ambience and guest experience Cafes have moderate maintenance with decor and utilities like Wi-Fi Dhabas offer narrow but consistent profit margins with high customer turnover Restaurants gain higher profit margins through premium pricing and branding Cafes make profits through beverage markups and experience-based pricing Dhabas are best for budget-conscious eaters and travelers Restaurants are suited for formal dining and social gatherings Cafes cater to youth, students, and professionals seeking a hangout space. But now a days some dhabas are also providing all facilities and ambience so they are also charging high prices. but no-one can compare the dhabas food with the restaurant. 😋😋 Follow vishakha Jangir for more such business insights.