Restaurant cost control, without the cloud overhead

Know the true cost of every plate. Protect your restaurant margins.

Calculate recipe costs, control waste, and identify profitable menu items in one private toolkit.

Try the Free CalculatorGet PlateLedger — from $29
  • No signup for the demo
  • One-time purchase options
  • Private local data
PlateLedger dashboard showing example sales, waste and menu performance data
Actual PlateLedger interface Example data
Independent restaurantsCaterersCloud kitchensMulti-location operators

Operational clarity

Turn everyday cost data into better menu decisions.

Recipe Costing

Know the exact cost and margin of every dish.

Yield Control

Account for trim, cooking loss, and usable product.

Waste Tracking

Find recurring losses before they reduce profit.

Margin Reports

Identify the dishes that make or lose money.

Inventory & Purchasing

Keep ingredient costs and purchasing decisions organized.

Local Data Control

Work without uploading sensitive operational data to another platform.

The cost of small leaks

Small cost leaks add up.

Finding just $10 of avoidable waste per day represents $3,650 per year in potential savings.

Illustrative example only. Actual results depend on your operation and are not guaranteed.
$10/day× 365$3,650/year

Inside PlateLedger

See the working product before you buy.

Unretouched screens captured from the downloadable app. Figures shown are example data.

Live recipe cost calculator

Cost one complete recipe—free.

Use your own figures or load an example. Nothing is uploaded.

Example values can be cleared or edited.

Ingredients

Add every component used in the full recipe.

Metric and imperial conversions work within the same measurement family. Weight cannot be converted to volume without an ingredient-specific density.

Total recipe cost$0.00Full batch
Cost per portion$0.00Yield adjusted
Food cost0.0%Cost ÷ selling price
Gross profit / portion$0.000.0%
Suggested selling price$0.00Based on target
Current vs suggested$0.00Positive is above target price
Cost statusReviewCompared with target—not color alone

Healthy is at or below target. Review is up to 15% above target. High Cost is more than 15% above target.

Private by design

Start costing in three simple steps.

A private restaurant cost-control app that runs locally in your browser. No installation, account, or monthly cloud software required.

  1. 1

    Complete secure checkout

    Paddle confirms the exact plan purchased.

  2. 2

    Download and extract PlateLedger

    Your verified download contains the app, guide, and license.

  3. 3

    Open the app and start costing

    Your entries stay on your device; export JSON or CSV backups when needed.

Transparent pricing

Choose the license and update path you need.

Core, Pro, and Team are one-time purchases of the current version. Pro Annual is the continuously updated option.

Core

For a solo operator costing recipes.

$29 one time
  • Recipe, ingredient, yield, and margin tools
  • JSON and recipe CSV export
  • One-business license

One-time purchase of the current version. Future major releases are not included unless stated.

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Pro

For full cost control with no recurring fee.

$59 one time
  • Everything in Core
  • Inventory, purchasing, vendors, budgets, and waste
  • Dashboard, margin reports, and CSV backups

One-time purchase of the current version. Future major releases are not included unless stated.

Team

For several staff members in one organization.

$99 one time
  • Complete current Pro app
  • Multiple internal users under one organization
  • Team rollout guide and priority support

One-time purchase of the current version. Future major releases are not included unless stated.

Continuous releases

Pro Annual

For operators who want the latest tools all year.

$348 / year

$348 billed annually. 12-month access. Renews automatically each year until cancelled. Cancel anytime; access continues until the end of the paid billing period.

  • Latest Pro release plus monthly product updates
  • New templates and reports released while active
  • Priority support throughout the active year
  • New Pro features released during the active subscription

Not sure? Choose Pro for the current complete toolkit with no recurring billing. Choose Team only for multiple internal users. Annual subscriptions will reopen after recurring billing and license enforcement are fully verified.

Secure checkout by Paddle. Download access is released only after a completed, positive, plan-matched payment is verified.

Built for real restaurant operations

Practical control without surrendering your data.

Evaluate the calculator first, then choose the level of toolkit your operation needs.

Private local dataYour working operational data stays in your browser on your device.
Secure Paddle checkoutPaddle processes payment details, taxes, receipts, and verified checkout.
One-time purchase optionsCore, Pro, and Team are available without recurring billing.
Portable backupsExport supported recipe and operational data to CSV and JSON.
Try before buyingUse the free recipe-cost calculator without creating an account.

FAQ

Questions, answered clearly.

Who is PlateLedger for?

Independent restaurants, caterers, cloud kitchens, and multi-location food businesses that need a reliable view of recipe costs, waste, and menu profitability.

What exactly do I receive?

A plan-specific ZIP containing the local PlateLedger browser app, a quick-start guide, and a license. Team also includes a rollout guide.

Is PlateLedger an Excel workbook?

No. The paid product is a local browser app. The free Excel starter template is separate.

Do I need to install anything?

No installer or account is required. Extract the ZIP and open the included app in a current desktop browser.

Does it work without an internet connection?

After download, the core local app works without a continuous internet connection. Internet is needed for checkout, delivery, and updates.

Where is my data stored?

Working entries stay in your browser on your device unless you choose to export or share them.

Can I export or back up my data?

Yes. Available exports vary by plan and include JSON plus relevant CSV exports.

Which browsers and devices are supported?

Use a current Chrome, Edge, Firefox, or Safari desktop browser for the full app. The site and free calculator are mobile-friendly.

Is this a subscription?

Core, Pro, and Team are one-time purchases. Pro Annual renews yearly at $348/year unless canceled.

What is included with Pro Annual?

The current Pro release, monthly product updates, newly released templates and reports while active, and priority support.

Why does Paddle mention cost.sushikestutis.com?

cost.sushikestutis.com is PlateLedger’s previously verified product-fulfilment domain. Payments are securely processed by Paddle, and products purchased there are delivered by PlateLedger. The domain remains active solely to support existing checkout and fulfilment infrastructure.

How is payment processed?

Paddle securely handles checkout, taxes, payment details, and receipts. PlateLedger never receives complete card details.

How do refunds work?

Digital purchases are generally final after access is supplied, except where mandatory law applies. See the Refund Policy.

How do I get support?

Email support@plateledger.app or use the contact page.

Clear costs. Stronger decisions.

Start with one recipe today.

Try the calculator free, then choose the toolkit that fits your operation.

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