I built FastOrder, an ordering app used by 100+ restaurants that even made it onto national TV. So when I say a restaurant does not need to pay 30% commission on every order, I am speaking from experience.
Why commission matters
The big delivery platforms take 25–30% of every order. For a loyal customer who orders weekly, that is your profit walking out the door every month. Your own system is not about competing with the platforms — it is about no longer paying commission on people who would have called you directly anyway.
What it usually includes
- A digital menu — updated by you in seconds, no reprinting.
- Pickup, delivery or table orders — straight to your phone or tablet.
- Pay on delivery or online — you choose what to accept.
- An instant alert on every order, so you never miss one.
Realistic about delivery
If you do not have your own couriers, do not worry: the first version can be pickup and table orders via QR code — and it still cuts your phone calls and mistakes drastically. We add delivery when it makes sense, maybe with a local courier, not a 30% commission.
You do not need to beat the big platforms. You just need to stop the commission leak on your loyal customers.
The QR code at the table: the easiest win
A QR code on the table where the customer sees the menu and orders themselves means faster service, fewer trips for the waiter, and zero transcription errors. It is often the perfect first version — small, cheap, with immediate effect.
How long and how much
A first version with a menu and orders is usually ready in 1–3 weeks. On budget, a clear ordering system typically lands in the €500–€2,500 range, depending on payments and delivery. The first version I build for free.
Next step
Send me your current menu and I will show you what your orders could look like, commission-free. The first version is free.