How much? The hidden costs of restaurant dishes

The Guardian takes a closer look at restaurant economics, exploring the costs diners never see. Beyond ingredients, every plate covers labor, rent, waste, and supplier markups that squeeze already-thin margins. Understanding what's baked into your bill offers perspective on why a simple dish costs what it does—it's rarely just greed, usually just math.

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