- 803 Business Parkway Richardson, TX 75081
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Starting Gate Financial assists restaurants, cafés, bars, and food-service providers in obtaining rapid, adaptable funding for equipment, operations, and expansion. This allows you to concentrate on providing exceptional experiences while we manage the financing
The food industry has unique challenges, from seasonal fluctuations to high upfront costs for equipment and inventory. Generic business loans often don’t fit. SGF specializes in food and beverage business funding designed for your reality. We understand your cycle and offer working capital loans, equipment financing, and SBA loans for restaurants to help you scale smoothly. As a top lender in DFW with national reach, we deliver fast, strategic capital and insights to help you stay ahead in a competitive market. Let’s build a financing plan that supports your journey.
Upgrade your kitchen, add POS systems, or buy new appliances with competitive rates and terms that match your budget.
Open a new location, refresh your dining space, or franchise your concept with flexible growth capital.
Manage payroll, buy inventory, cover rent, and handle unexpected costs without straining your cash flow.
Our simple 15 second online application can get you matched with offers in minutes.
Bad credit? No problem! Most of our top financing options have no minimum FICO.
Get matched with the best financing options with the highest funding amount.
Our Fintech Speed can get you in and out of Underwriting in just a few hours, and same day funding!
Our Business Financing experts are here to assist you every step of the way. Whether you’re in search of your initial loan or weighing several alternatives, our experts will assist you in deciding on the perfect option suited to your unique business requirements. From expanding funding potential to obtaining better terms and reduced interest rates, we’re dedicated to your success. We’ll guide you through the entire process—from application to repayment—seamlessly, professionally, and hassle-free. Let’s begin. We’re waiting for you.
To learn more about our suite of food and beverage financing options, contact us today. We’ll be happy to provide you with more details about our loans and help you determine which one makes sense for your practice.
Discover the Success Stories of Clients Empowered by Our Financial Solutions
sadiq bhagat30 August 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great working with Starting Gate Financial, especially with Syed, who helped us get financing for our business to cover operational expenses. Great company to work with when it comes to business financing. Pema Sherps28 April 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Highly recommended ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Syed is extremely helpful and honest very knowledgeable I am so grateful to work with him and Gatefinancial Krupa Bhatti15 February 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Words cannot express how amazing our services have been. Syed takes you through each step, finds a financial institution that fits your needs, and his guidance is most valued. He has been our broker for over 3 years and it has been the best decision we made to give him a call. uwade alade25 January 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Syed Raza at Stargate Financial provided exceptional service in helping me secure a six-figure SBA loan. His professionalism, expertise, and efficient communication made the entire process smooth and stress-free. Syed worked quickly to ensure everything was completed on time, exceeding my expectations. I highly recommend him to anyone in need of reliable and knowledgeable loan assistance. Thank you, Syed, for your outstanding support! Hyder Syed21 August 2022Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Highly Recommended ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ !! Professional , Honest , & Excellent Customer Service w/ Ethics. Khalid karfis22 April 2022Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Best finance company for small business 👌 Andrew Alegnani21 April 2022Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Syed and Starting Gate Financial are absolutely excellent! Syed is SO knowledgeable, kind and truly looks out for your best interest; and won’t rest until he makes sure he has secured the paper funding to fit your needs, not to mention that you understand everything and answers all your questions. He is also there every step of the way, and after the fact does not disappear. Keep up the excellent work!!! Scott Mathison21 April 2022Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. They are so comprehensive and yet even if you are a new business or startup they treat you like that is their only function! They call back so much quicker than any financial service company I have ever even heard of. They take time to get to know exactly what your business needs and come up with exactly what they need.Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
Common solutions include SBA loans for low rates on large projects, equipment financing for kitchen upgrades, and business lines of credit for flexible working capital.
SGF specializes in fast business funding. Many applicants receive approval within 24 hours and funding in as little as 2-3 days for qualifying applications.
Yes. While traditional banks focus heavily on credit scores, SGF looks at the overall health of your business, including cash flow and revenue, to offer tailored solutions.
Absolutely. We help new food and beverage businesses with startup financing for equipment, leasing, inventory, and operational costs.
We focus exclusively on small businesses and offer industry-specific expertise, flexible terms, and a simple process—backed by local service and national capabilities.