Startup Cost Estimator

Estimate total capital needed to launch a food business. Fill in each category — leave zeros for items that don't apply. The tool adds a 15% contingency buffer on top of your total.

Space & Build-out

Rent deposit (months × rent)

Renovation / build-out ($)

Furniture & fixtures ($)

Equipment

Kitchen equipment ($)

POS / tech systems ($)

Smallwares & supplies ($)

Licenses & Legal

Business licenses & permits ($)

Food service / health permits ($)

Legal & accounting fees ($)

Operating Capital

Initial food inventory ($)

Marketing / launch ($)

Working capital reserve ($)