Party Food Calculator
Planning a party and wondering how much food to buy? Enter your guest count, event type (BBQ, cocktail party, dinner, casual hangout), and duration. Get recommended quantities for appetizers, mains, sides, drinks, and desserts — plus cost estimates and a per-contributor split for shared expenses.
For a party of 20 guests lasting 3 hours, plan 120-160 appetizer pieces, 20 main servings, 40 side portions, and 120 drinks. Budget $10-25 per guest depending on the event type. Enter your details below to get exact quantities and costs with a per-contributor split.
Event Details
Budget & Contributors
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People splitting the total party cost
How This Calculator Works
Enter Your Details
Fill in amounts, people, and preferences. Takes under 30 seconds.
Get Fair Results
See an instant breakdown with data-driven calculations and Fairness Scores.
Share & Settle
Copy a shareable link to discuss results with everyone involved.
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