Deliver big with a Detroit ghost kitchen

A fresh new concept in the restaurant industry with a side of major profit potential. When you open a ghost kitchen in Detroit, you’ll save buckets of time, money, and energy, letting you focus on what matters to you—the menu.

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Why open ghost kitchens in Detroit?

$27

Average basket size

The average basket size at our Detroit ghost kitchen locations is $27, meaning more online revenue for your restaurant business.

104K

Deliveries per week

Tap into more online delivery demand at our Detroit dark kitchen locations with an average of 104K deliveries per week.

40mins.

Average delivery time

Our Detroit ghost kitchens are built for efficiency, with the logistics and delivery support you need to deliver more orders faster.

6

Delivery platforms available

Maximize your reach online with 6 delivery platforms to choose from.

HOW WE COMPARE

Ghost kitchens versus traditional restaurants

Brick & Mortar

Ghost Kitchens

Real Estate

2000ft2

High cost, high traffic address

200ft2

Same area, low cost low traffic address

Staff required (~)

24

Many dedicated to front-of-house

4

We provide staff to handle all order handoffs and more

Weeks to launch 1 location

52weeks

10 locations 5-10 years

8weeks*

Multiple locations 1 year

Upfront investment

$1M

High investment

$30k**

Low investment

Break even

5y

10% profit on 1M run rate

6m

10% profit on 1M run rate

* Varies based on local permitting and operational complexity

Kitchen Specs

All you need and more under the hood

Mexican/ Latin

Kitchen Specs

All you need and more under the hood

Space

  • Private kitchen

  • Driver pickup area

  • Staff locker area

  • Restrooms

  • Mop wash

Services

  • Order pickup & processing

  • Safety & health inspections

  • Cleaning & maintenance

  • Courier handoff

  • Delivery software

  • Delivery logistics

  • Extraction & ventilation

  • On-site support staff

Equipment

*Additional fees apply
  • 3 compartment sink

  • Prep sink

  • Hand sink

  • Commercial hood

  • Tablet

  • Grease-trap / interceptor*

Utilities

  • Gas points

  • Power outlets

  • High power lighting

  • Cold & hot water lines

  • Gas / fire safety system

  • WiFi

  • Trash / recycle

  • Ethernet connections

  • Grease / trap cleaning

  • Hood / flue cleaning

  • Pest control

Technology

Our software is made for restauranteurs, chefs, and culinary teams to grow their business and manage their orders.

Are ghost kitchens worth the investment?

The rise of ghost kitchens

The golden age of food delivery has arrived. And with that, comes 54M delivery app users and a market estimated to reach a net worth of $1.65T by 2027. Ghost kitchens are providing restaurateurs with a lower-risk alternative to a traditional brick and mortar by cutting labor costs and the overall upfront investment to get started.

With dedicated kitchen space built for delivery, these lower cost, tech-enabled locations set you and your restaurant up for delivery success, making it easy to get up and running in less time.

With over 8,000 ghost kitchen locations in the US alone, chances are there is a ghost kitchen in your neighborhood. At CloudKitchens, we find the best possible ghost kitchen location that captures the most delivery demand, at the lowest cost.

As more hungry customers turn to delivery for their next meal, it is becoming even more vital to have a delivery strategy in place for your restaurant business.

Unlock new trends emerging in food delivery, new AI tech to take advantage of, and how to tap into this booming industry with our latest trend guide.

Unlock the inside scoop on the rise of ghost kitchens.

1 ghost kitchen location

Our Detroit facility is located in the heart of delivery demand, providing you with exclusive access to more online customers.

11 total ghost kitchens

Our Detroit facility is equipped with a variety of kitchen layouts to best fit your restaurant needs.

~200 to 250 sq ft cooking spaces

Choose from a variety of kitchen spaces or open up multiple kitchens to test out new concepts.

Delivery and pickup in high traffic areas

With prime locations near high concentrations of delivery demand in Detroit, you're able to easily drive more pickup and delivery business to your restaurant.

The Detroit food scene

Spaghetti - ghost kitchen

From the unassuming coney dog to the upscale fare of a Michelin-starred restaurant, Detroit has a versatile, eccentric food scene. When you open up a ghost kitchen in Detroit, you’ll join a thriving community in a fast-paced environment.

And by partnering with CloudKitchens, you’ll save yourself the sinkful of stress that comes from opening a traditional restaurant.

CloudKitchens helps you cut down on overhead costs by setting you up with a delivery-based business. We provide a space, the basic equipment you’ll need, and connections to food delivery platforms that will take orders straight to your customers. No front-facing staff and dining room equals no costs from front-of-house labor, construction, renovation, or decor with ghost kitchens. 

We work hard, but we work smart, too. CloudKitchens will get you ahead of the game, looking at real-world data and placing you in an area of Detroit that’s proven to order the most delivery.

Customers find you on an app and place an order, then you whip up something delicious and send it off—it’s as simple as that. Plus, the app will give you personalized feedback, allowing you to learn as you go and grow into a beloved Detroit staple.

With CloudKitchens, you can be up and running in a matter of weeks. Get in touch with a delivery expert today to bring your dreams to life (without breaking the bank).

Detroit ghost kitchens

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