A QR menu for your café, from counter to table
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A café QR menu gives customers a full drink and food list on their phone while they wait or sit. Place the code before the ordering point, keep the menu concise and readable, and use a managed link so seasonal drinks can change without replacing stickers or signs.
Key facts
- Best placement
- Before the register and on tables
- Useful content
- Sizes, milk options, food, allergens
- Frequent update
- Seasonal drinks
- Recommended backup
- Visible core menu or paper copy
Put the code before the decision
A counter code is most useful where the queue begins, not only at the register. Customers can review sizes and options before it is their turn to order.
Structure the café menu for scanning
Group espresso, brewed coffee, tea, cold drinks, food, and extras. Keep modifiers close to the relevant category and make common allergen or dietary information easy to find.
Rotate seasonal menus safely
Prepare and check the new file before launch, then replace the live version. Keep the previous menu in version history so an accidental change can be reversed quickly.
Frequently asked questions
Where should a café place its QR menu?
Use the start of the queue, tables, pastry case, takeout area, and entrance where appropriate.
Can the QR code stay the same for a seasonal menu?
Yes, when it points to a managed destination where the café can replace the file.
Should the full menu be available only by QR code?
Not always. A visible core menu and an accessible alternative can make ordering easier for more customers.
QR menu solutions
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Simple QR menu publishing
Use the menu you already have
Upload your PDF or image, create one stable QR code, and replace the menu later without changing the code already on your tables.
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