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Ingredient cost breakdowns and worked examples for 15 common dishes — what drives the cost, a real worked example, and the mistakes that quietly erode margin.

Italian

Pizza

Food cost 25–30%$14–$22 (12-inch)
American

Burger

Food cost 28–33%$11–$16
Café

Coffee (Espresso Drinks)

Food cost 12–20%$4.50–$6.50 (16 oz latte)
Mexican

Tacos

Food cost 26–32%$3.25–$4.50 per taco
Japanese

Sushi Rolls

Food cost 28–35%$8–$16 per roll
American

Chicken Wings

Food cost 30–38%$11–$15 per 8-10 pieces
Italian

Pasta

Food cost 22–28%$14–$22
Japanese

Ramen

Food cost 28–34%$14–$18
American

Fried Chicken

Food cost 30–36%$12–$17 (2-3 pieces + sides)
Hawaiian / Build-Your-Own

Poke Bowl

Food cost 30–36%$13–$17
American / Comfort Food

Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Food cost 18–24%$8–$12
Health / Fast Casual

Entrée Salad

Food cost 26–32%$11–$15
Dessert

Ice Cream (Scoop Shop)

Food cost 20–28%$5–$8 (2-scoop cup or cone)
Café / Beverage

Bubble Tea

Food cost 15–22%$5–$7
Classic / Starter

Caesar Salad

Food cost 18–24%$9–$13

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