Restaurants & Food Service
Financial Advisory for Restaurant Owners and Food Operators
Food cost controls, payroll compliance, delivery fee reduction, and revenue optimization — we understand the thin margins of the restaurant business.
The Delivery Platform Fee Problem
DoorDash, Uber Eats, and Grubhub are convenient — but they are quietly one of the largest expenses on your P&L. Most restaurant owners do not realize how much they are paying until we show them the numbers.
By redirecting just 50% of their delivery orders away from high-fee platforms — without losing a single customer — this restaurant owner added $31,000 directly to their bottom line. For a business operating on the thin margins typical of the food service industry, that is transformational.
- ✕Delivery platforms charge 20–30% per order
- ✕You have no control over the customer relationship
- ✕Platform algorithms can bury your listing overnight
- ✕Fees come out before you see the money
- We identify exactly how much you're losing to platform fees
- We have a vetted partner strategy to redirect orders to your own channel
- You keep the customer relationship and the margin
- Same delivery infrastructure — without the 20–30% fee
Industry Challenges
Restaurants Run on Thin Margins. Every Dollar Counts.
The restaurant industry is one of the most cash-intensive and compliance-heavy businesses in California. Between food costs, labor laws, CDTFA sales tax, health permits, tip reporting, and delivery platform fees, there are dozens of ways to lose money without realizing it. APX helps restaurant owners plug the leaks and build a sustainable operation.
- Delivery platform fee analysis and reduction strategy
- Food cost analysis and menu profitability review
- Payroll compliance and tip reporting
- CDTFA sales tax compliance and audit defense
- Cash flow management and daily reconciliation
- SBA loan and equipment financing support
- Workers' compensation and liability insurance review
- Restaurant expansion and second location planning
Common Situations We Solve
"I'm paying Uber Eats and DoorDash thousands every month."
We show you exactly how much you're losing and introduce you to a proven strategy to redirect those orders through your own channel — same delivery, no platform fee.
"The CDTFA is auditing my sales tax records."
We represent you through our tax resolution partners and negotiate the best possible outcome.
"I want to open a second location but don't know if I can afford it."
We model the financials, identify the right financing structure, and connect you with SBA lenders.
Let's Make Your Restaurant More Profitable
No setup fees. Your first month free — a $1,000–$2,500 value, based on selected service level.
No setup fees. Your first month free — a $1,000–$2,500 value, based on selected service level.