Wine Cellar Temperature & Humidity Cost Calculator
Pricing menu items correctly is essential for restaurant profitability. This calculator uses your plate food cost and target food cost percentage to recommend an ideal menu price, helping you balance customer value with margins.
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About this calculator
Determine the ideal menu price for a dish based on food cost, target food cost percentage, and desired profit margin.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a good target food cost percentage?
Most restaurants aim for 28-35% food cost, though this varies by cuisine type, service style, and local market.
How is menu price calculated from food cost?
Menu price is typically calculated by dividing the plate food cost by your target food cost percentage (expressed as a decimal).
Should I round menu prices?
Many restaurants round to common price points like $0.25 or $0.50 increments, or use psychological pricing like ending in .95 or .99.