Restaurant Expenses Tax Deductions
Tax deductions specific to restaurant owners and food service businesses. From kitchen equipment to food costs, maximize write-offs in this competitive industry.
check_circleWhat You Can Deduct
- checkCommercial kitchen equipment
- checkFood and ingredient purchases (COGS)
- checkSmallwares (plates, utensils, glassware)
- checkMenu design and printing
- checkHealth department permits and inspections
- checkRestaurant POS system and software
lightbulbTips for Keeping Records
- tips_and_updatesFood costs are part of COGS, not regular operating expenses
- tips_and_updatesCommercial kitchen equipment qualifies for Section 179 immediate deduction
- tips_and_updatesKeep daily inventory counts to support your COGS calculations
- tips_and_updatesHealth and safety compliance costs are fully deductible operating expenses
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