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Restaurant KPIs

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Restaurant KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) are the metrics that tell you whether your business is healthy. From food cost percentage to table turnover.

đź’ˇQuick Tips for Restaurant KPIs

  • âś“Start with the big three: food cost percentage, labour cost percentage, and prime cost
  • âś“Track weekly, not just monthly—monthly surprises are expensive
  • âś“Compare your numbers to industry benchmarks, but focus on improving your own trends
  • âś“Use your POS system data—you're probably sitting on insights you're not using

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Restaurant owner reviewing how to measure restaurant performance on tablet showing key KPIs including prime cost, labour costs, and guest retention data
03/02/2026•18 min read

Measure Restaurant Performance: 7 Metrics

You're tracking sales. Maybe you're checking the till every night, comparing this week to last week. But sales alone won't tell you if your restaurant is actually profitable—or if you're quietly bleed...

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What KPIs should every restaurant track?

At minimum: food cost percentage (target 28-35%), labour cost percentage (25-35%), and prime cost (under 65%). Add table turnover, average spend per head, and RevPASH as you get comfortable.

How often should I review restaurant KPIs?

Check critical metrics (sales, labour) daily. Review food cost and profitability weekly. Do a comprehensive KPI review monthly. Quarterly for strategic planning and annual comparisons.

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