Food Cost Calculator
Calculate the cost of your dishes and determine optimal pricing for your menu.
Recipe Calculator
Add ingredients to calculate food cost
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity | Unit | Cost/Unit | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ingredient 1 | 1 | kg | ৳5.00 | ৳5.00 | |
| Ingredient 2 | 0.5 | kg | ৳8.00 | ৳4.00 |
Cost Analysis
Breakdown of costs and pricing recommendations
Insights
Your food cost percentage is high. Industry standard is 28-32%. Consider adjusting your recipe or increasing your price.
Pricing Strategy
For most restaurants, food cost should be between 28-32% of the menu price. Your recommended price is calculated as 3x your ingredient cost, which typically allows for labor, overhead, and profit margin.
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Food Cost Tips
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Implement inventory management and portion control to reduce waste and lower food costs.
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