Food Business Resources

Test Your Dream Before You Sign a Lease

In the real world, learning that your rent is too high or your labor costs are out of control is an expensive lesson. We created the Restaurant Simulator to let you learn those lessons for free.This tool is designed for entertainment and educational purposes, allowing you to simulate the first 24 months of a new food & beverage business. The simulator uses critical business levers that every business owner must understand. From managing Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) to understanding how Customer Turn Rate (aka, table turns) impacts your bottom line, this simulator mirrors the financial complexity of the real world (but in a very simplified form).

Disclaimer: This tool provides estimates based on general industry standards. It is not a substitute for professional financial advice or a certified accountant.