What is 247waiter?
247waiter is a do-it-yourself online ordering platform designed for restaurants, catering companies, bakeries, and other food-related businesses. The system allows you to set up a full website with built-in online ordering in just 10 minutes, costing only $1.50 per day. With no contracts, free setup, and a 30-day free trial, it offers an affordable alternative to commission-based portals.
The platform includes web and mobile-friendly ordering, online and in-person payment options, and tools to manage menu updates, delivery zones, and order alerts via fax, email, printer, or automated calls/texts. Businesses retain their branding and customer data, and can process payments through 247waiter's system at lower rates than PayPal or Square, or use their own merchant account.
Features
- DIY Website Builder: Create a full website with online ordering without technical skills.
- No Commission Fees: Flat monthly fee plus small per-order transmission fee; no percentage of sales.
- Mobile & Desktop Optimized: Responsive design ensures smooth ordering on any device.
- Flexible Payment Options: Accept online payments or in-person; use built-in processor or own merchant account.
- Order Notification Alerts: Receive orders via fax, email, printer, or automated call/text.
- Delivery Zone Setup: Draw custom delivery zones with specific charges and minimums.
- Menu Self-Management: Update menus, items, and specials instantly from the backend.
- Customer Data Ownership: Access and market to your customers directly.
Use Cases
- Restaurant online ordering system for independent eateries.
- Catering companies managing delivery and pickup orders.
- Bakeries and food trucks offering mobile ordering.
- Ghost kitchens operating exclusively online.
- Pizzerias and fast-casual restaurants replacing third-party delivery apps.
- Existing restaurants adding an e-commerce ordering site.
- Food businesses wanting to avoid high commission fees from portals.
FAQs
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Do I have to sign a contract?
Absolutely not! No contracts, no obligations. You can cancel anytime. -
How quickly can I set up and start taking orders?
Our team can set up everything in 1 to 1.5 weeks. If you do it yourself, you can be up and running the same day by entering your menu and linking to your existing website. -
Can I update my menu on my own?
Yes, you have access to the backend to update menus, items, specials, and changes instantly. -
How will I receive my orders?
Orders can be sent via fax, email, viewed online in the admin area, sent to a printer using our software, or to an email-enabled printer like HP ePrinters.
