How We Collect and Verify Menu Prices

Last updated: February 2026

Providing accurate restaurant menu prices requires a structured and consistent process. Below is an overview of how we gather, review, and update our data.

1. Primary Data Sources

We collect menu pricing information from:

  • Official restaurant websites
  • Official published menu PDFs
  • Verified franchise location listings
  • Publicly available brand resources

We prioritize official sources whenever available to ensure accuracy.

2. Verification Process

Before publishing or updating a menu page, we:

  • Cross-check pricing across available official sources
  • Confirm consistency within menu sections
  • Review historical versions when necessary to detect changes
  • Record the latest verification date

Each update goes through a manual review to ensure formatting accuracy and completeness.

3. Update Frequency

Because restaurants frequently adjust pricing, we follow a structured review schedule:

  • High-traffic restaurant pages: reviewed monthly
  • Moderate-traffic pages: reviewed quarterly
  • Seasonal or limited-time menus: reviewed as needed

When significant price adjustments are detected, we update the page accordingly.

4. Handling Regional Price Differences

Many restaurant chains operate on a franchise model, meaning prices can vary by location.

To address this:

  • We present national average pricing when possible
  • We clearly state that local prices may vary
  • We encourage visitors to confirm with their local restaurant

5. Historical Price Tracking

Where archived menu data is available, we document previous price points to help illustrate pricing trends over time.

This allows visitors to understand how menu pricing evolves due to factors such as:

  • Inflation
  • Supply chain costs
  • Brand strategy changes

Our goal is to expand this historical tracking over time.

6. Transparency & Limitations

While we work diligently to maintain accuracy, pricing may change before updates are reflected on our site.

We welcome user feedback to help identify discrepancies and ensure continued reliability.

Contact for Corrections

If you notice a pricing change or error, please contact us via our Contact page. We review all submitted corrections carefully.

— The Menu Price Guide Team

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