Fifty thousand pesos is the classic micro-capital tier for grilled skewers, fruit cups, calamansi drinks, and phone accessory mats—if you stay mobile, legal, and disciplined on cash.
Stainless push cart or modular stall: ₱15k–₱25k · Initial ingredients & packaging: ₱12k–₱18k · Permits & uniforms: ₱5k–₱8k · Cash buffer: ₱8k–₱12k. Avoid spending on branding before product-market fit.
BBQ sticks, balut/penoy (where allowed), iced coffee, siomai, and packaged snacks near schools or call centers. Match your hours to crowd rhythm—offices at lunch, terminals at night.
Many cities require vendor permits and designated zones. Fines eat margins. Keep fire safety gear for grilling; food handlers need sanitation cards.