How do you calculate the cost of no-shows?
Multiply the average spend per cover by the number of weekly covers, then by your no-show rate (as a percentage). That gives you weekly lost revenue, which you can scale to monthly or yearly.
No-Show Cost Calculator
See exactly how much empty seats are costing your venue.
Frequently asked questions
What is a typical no-show rate for restaurants?
No-show rates vary by venue type and booking channel, but Australian operators commonly see 3–10% of bookings result in no-shows, with weekend evenings often higher.