This page gives a sample cafe menu with price for a small Indian cafe. Every price below is an illustrative example range, not data from a real business, so use it to see how a price list is structured and how items relate to each other, then set your own numbers from your costs.
Prices for the same cappuccino can easily differ two or three times between a college-area cafe in a small town and a specialty cafe in a metro mall. Rent, staff, portion size and ingredient quality all move the number.
Hot beverages: example price list
Example ranges for a mid-priced small cafe.
| Item | Type | Price (Rs) | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masala chai | Veg | Example: 20 to 50 | |
| Kulhad chai | Veg | Example: 30 to 60 | |
| Lemon or green tea | Veg | Example: 40 to 90 | |
| South Indian filter coffee | Veg | Example: 30 to 70 | |
| Espresso | Veg | Example: 80 to 150 | Single shot |
| Americano | Veg | Example: 100 to 170 | |
| Cappuccino | Veg | Example: 110 to 200 | |
| Cafe latte | Veg | Example: 120 to 210 | |
| Cafe mocha | Veg | Example: 140 to 230 | |
| Flavoured latte (hazelnut, caramel) | Veg | Example: 150 to 240 | Syrup adds cost |
| Hot chocolate | Veg | Example: 130 to 220 |
Cold coffee, shakes and coolers: example prices
| Item | Type | Price (Rs) | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Classic cold coffee | Veg | Example: 100 to 180 | |
| Cold coffee with ice cream | Veg | Example: 130 to 220 | |
| Iced latte | Veg | Example: 140 to 230 | |
| Cold brew | Veg | Example: 160 to 260 | |
| Chocolate or strawberry shake | Veg | Example: 110 to 190 | |
| Oreo or KitKat shake | Veg | Example: 130 to 220 | |
| Virgin mojito | Veg | Example: 100 to 180 | |
| Blue lagoon | Veg | Example: 110 to 190 | |
| Fresh lime soda | Veg | Example: 50 to 100 | |
| Iced tea (lemon, peach) | Veg | Example: 90 to 160 | |
| Mango lassi | Veg | Example: 70 to 140 | Seasonal |
Snacks and starters: example prices
| Item | Type | Price (Rs) | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salted fries | Veg | Example: 80 to 140 | |
| Peri peri fries | Veg | Example: 100 to 160 | |
| Cheese loaded fries | Veg | Example: 140 to 220 | |
| Garlic bread (4 pcs) | Veg | Example: 90 to 160 | |
| Cheese garlic bread | Veg | Example: 120 to 190 | |
| Nachos with cheese | Veg | Example: 140 to 230 | |
| Veg momos (6 pcs) | Veg | Example: 80 to 150 | |
| Chilli potato | Veg | Example: 120 to 200 | |
| Paneer tikka | Veg | Example: 180 to 300 | |
| Chicken popcorn | Non-veg | Example: 150 to 250 | |
| Chicken wings (6 pcs) | Non-veg | Example: 200 to 330 |
Sandwiches, burgers and wraps: example prices
| Item | Type | Price (Rs) | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bombay masala toast | Veg | Example: 70 to 130 | |
| Veg grilled sandwich | Veg | Example: 90 to 160 | |
| Corn and cheese sandwich | Veg | Example: 110 to 180 | |
| Paneer tikka sandwich | Veg | Example: 140 to 220 | |
| Veg club sandwich | Veg | Example: 150 to 240 | With fries |
| Chicken club sandwich | Non-veg | Example: 180 to 280 | With fries |
| Aloo tikki burger | Veg | Example: 80 to 150 | |
| Paneer burger | Veg | Example: 130 to 210 | |
| Crispy chicken burger | Non-veg | Example: 150 to 240 | |
| Paneer kathi roll | Veg | Example: 110 to 190 | |
| Chicken tikka wrap | Non-veg | Example: 140 to 230 |
Maggi, pasta, pizza and bowls: example prices
| Item | Type | Price (Rs) | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masala Maggi | Veg | Example: 60 to 120 | |
| Cheese Maggi | Veg | Example: 80 to 150 | |
| White sauce pasta | Veg | Example: 170 to 280 | |
| Red sauce pasta | Veg | Example: 160 to 260 | |
| Pink sauce pasta | Veg | Example: 180 to 290 | |
| Margherita pizza (8 inch) | Veg | Example: 180 to 300 | |
| Farmhouse pizza (8 inch) | Veg | Example: 220 to 350 | |
| Chicken pizza (8 inch) | Non-veg | Example: 260 to 400 | |
| Veg hakka noodles | Veg | Example: 130 to 220 | |
| Veg fried rice | Veg | Example: 130 to 220 | |
| Rajma chawal bowl | Veg | Example: 140 to 230 | |
| Mini veg thali | Veg | Example: 150 to 250 |
Desserts: example prices
| Item | Type | Price (Rs) | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chocolate brownie | Egg | Example: 80 to 150 | |
| Brownie with ice cream | Egg | Example: 130 to 220 | |
| Cheesecake slice | Egg | Example: 180 to 300 | |
| Belgian waffle | Egg | Example: 140 to 250 | |
| Muffin | Egg | Example: 70 to 130 | |
| Croissant | Veg | Example: 90 to 180 | |
| Ice cream sundae | Veg | Example: 120 to 220 | |
| Kulfi | Veg | Example: 50 to 100 |
How to set your own cafe menu prices
The ranges above only show relative levels: a fries plate usually sits below a pasta, a cappuccino below a flavoured latte. To get your actual numbers, work item by item:
- Write the recipe in grams and ml. For a cold coffee: milk, coffee, sugar, ice cream, syrup, plus the cup, lid and straw.
- Price each ingredient at what you actually pay, including wastage. Add packaging for takeaway.
- Add up the plate cost. This is your food cost per item.
- Set a target food cost percentage. Many food businesses aim for roughly 25 to 35 percent; drinks usually come in lower than food.
- Divide food cost by the target percentage to get a starting price. Example: a plate cost of Rs 45 at a 30 percent target gives Rs 150.
- Round to a clean number and check it against what your customers will pay.
The menu pricing calculator does this arithmetic for you.
Presenting prices on the card
- Use whole numbers without "Rs" repeated on every line. Put "All prices in Rs" once at the top or bottom.
- Do not connect items to prices with dotted lines. Customers then read the price column first and choose the cheapest.
- Place your most profitable items first in each category and in the top right of a two-page card, where eyes land first.
- Show add-ons clearly: "Add cheese +30", "Add ice cream +40" (example amounts). Small add-ons lift the bill without feeling pushy.
- State taxes and any service charge honestly. GST rules for restaurants are set by the government and can change, so check current rules with your accountant.
- Reprint or update the QR menu whenever prices change, so the bill always matches the card.
For layout help, see cafe menu card design or build a card with the menu card maker.
Example combos and meal deals
Combos simplify ordering and raise the average bill. Price a combo slightly below the sum of its parts. Example combos for a small cafe (prices illustrative):
| Item | Type | Price (Rs) | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chai + bun maska | Veg | Example: 50 to 90 | Morning combo |
| Cold coffee + veg grilled sandwich | Veg | Example: 180 to 300 | Student favourite |
| Cappuccino + croissant | Veg | Example: 190 to 330 | |
| Burger + fries + soft drink | Veg | Example: 180 to 320 | Chicken version higher |
| Pasta + garlic bread + iced tea | Veg | Example: 300 to 480 |
Questions and answers
What is a reasonable price for coffee in a small Indian cafe?
It varies a lot by city and setting. As an illustration, a small mid-priced cafe might price a cappuccino somewhere around Rs 110 to 200, but your price should come from your own costs and customers.
Are the prices on this page real?
No. They are illustrative example ranges for a small Indian cafe, meant to show how a price list is structured. They are not collected from any real business.
How do I calculate menu prices?
Add up the ingredient and packaging cost of one serving, then divide by your target food cost percentage. A Rs 45 cost at a 30 percent target suggests about Rs 150.
Should I include GST in menu prices?
Many cafes show prices inclusive of tax for clarity, while others add tax at billing. Whatever you choose, state it clearly on the card and check current GST rules with an accountant.
How often should a cafe change its prices?
Review costs every few months and when key ingredients like milk or coffee change in price. Update the printed card and QR menu at the same time.
Last checked: 14 October 2026