Math in Restaurants

Most of us have enjoyed a meal in a restaurant with family or friends. Whether it’s a special occasion or a quick meal on the go, few of us stop to think why a meal or item on the menu is priced at a particular amount. Have you ever thought about how math plays a role in how much you pay for food at a restaurant?

Discuss the following questions with your partner, then record your responses in the boxes below. Don’t forget to save your work!

What are your favorite foods to order at a restaurant? What do they usually cost?

Brainstorm and record the ways math might factor into the cost of preparing and selling food in restaurants.