NYC: The costs behind a BBQ sandwich

[Donw]

An article about costs behind a brisket sandwich in New York City. This is a free link to the NY Times story:

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/11/nyregion/nyc-costs-brisket-sandwich.html?unlocked_article_code=1.zk0.ALGZ.4dACGhC58pTf&smid=url-share

[captainlee]

It just ain't easy out there!

[Draznnl]

Yep, I think I’ll stay retired. Every time I have any urge to do any form of commercial barbecue, I just need a little something to remind me how hard and how expensive it is.

[Jerod Broussard]

Working 103hrs a week to pull in $35,000 pre-tax income can't be THAT bad. Also, your two helpers will need $20+/hr while offering up approx.$5/hr worth of help.

[STEbbq]

The article didn’t break down per sandwich costs, but at that price, I do wonder if he is simply losing money because he hasn’t calculated his costs correctly.

[Jfrosty27]

I thought the same thing. Especially being in the Bronx. I’ve paid more for a brisket sandwich here in Milwaukee.

[Smoker_Boy]

The article didn’t break down per sandwich costs, but at that price, I do wonder if he is simply losing money because he hasn’t calculated his costs correctly.

Although it's "Made for TV", that's the case for many restaurants on Restaurant: Impossible.

[Michael_in_TX]

NY needs an HEB.



Although, I suspect HEB's prices would be that if it were in New York. :/

That was an interesting article to see some of the cost breakdowns and how much they've risen over just the last few years.

[Michael_in_TX]

NY needs an HEB.

Postscript: I just got back from HEB. Brisket prices went up again. Sigh.

[realdocBBQ]

Prime at Sam's Club yesterday was $4.29/lb. Not spectacular, but choice costs more than that at my local grocery stores.