Get More Customers Ordering Directly from Your Restaurant

Most restaurant orders flow through third-party apps that take 15-30% commission. QwikEat helps you build a direct ordering channel using your branded page, QR codes, social media, and physical marketing, so more revenue stays with you.

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Why direct orders are the highest-margin channel for restaurants

Every order that comes through a third-party marketplace costs you 15-30% in commission. An order that comes through your own channel costs a flat 1 euro with QwikEat. On a 25 euro order, that is the difference between keeping 17.50 euros and keeping 24 euros after the platform fee. Multiply that across hundreds of monthly orders and the impact on your bottom line is substantial.

Building a direct ordering channel is not just about saving on fees. Direct customers are more loyal, order more frequently, and spend more per visit. You own their contact information, which means you can send them offers, announce new dishes, and remind them to reorder. On a marketplace, that customer belongs to the platform and you have no way to reach them between orders.

The challenge most restaurants face is not the technology. It is the strategy. Where do you put the link? How do you convince customers to switch? QwikEat solves both: the platform gives you the ordering infrastructure, and the tools below give you a proven playbook for driving traffic to it.

Branded ordering page

Your restaurant gets a professional ordering page with your logo, menu, and branding. Share this link everywhere: Google Business, Instagram bio, Facebook page, and your website. One link, all ordering channels.

QR codes for every touchpoint

Generate QR codes for dine-in tables, takeaway counters, window displays, and printed materials. Every QR scan opens your ordering page directly. No app download required for customers.

Flyer insert strategy

Print cards with your direct ordering link and a first-order incentive. Insert them into every third-party delivery bag. This single tactic converts marketplace customers into direct customers at near-zero cost.

Social media integration

Add your QwikEat ordering link to Instagram stories, Facebook posts, and WhatsApp status. Customers tap once and land on your menu ready to order. No friction, no marketplace middleman.

Loyalty program to retain direct customers

Reward customers who order directly with points, stamps, or discounts. A simple loyalty program gives customers a reason to choose your page over a marketplace every time they reorder.

Analytics to track channel growth

See how many orders come from each channel: web link, QR code, WhatsApp, or social media. Understand which tactics drive the most direct orders and double down on what works.

Three steps to grow your direct order volume

1

Set up your QwikEat ordering page

Create your account, import your menu (AI import from PDF or manual entry), and customize your branding. Your ordering page is live in under 10 minutes.

2

Place your link at every customer touchpoint

Update your Google Business profile with the ordering link. Add it to your Instagram and Facebook bios. Print QR codes for tables, counters, and window displays. Order flyer inserts for delivery bags.

3

Activate retention tools

Turn on the loyalty program to reward repeat orders. Create a first-order coupon to incentivize marketplace customers to try your direct channel. Use your customer list to send offers that drive reorders.

€1/order

Direct orders at a flat rate, not a percentage

Flexible plan: 1 euro per order with no monthly fee. Basic plan: 29 euros per month plus 0.25 euros per order. Every feature is included on both plans: branded page, QR codes, loyalty, analytics, coupons, and customer data. No setup fee, no contract.

FAQ

How long does it take to see results from direct ordering?
Most restaurants see their first direct orders within the first week of promoting their link. Meaningful volume shift (20-30% of orders moving from marketplace to direct) typically happens within 6 to 8 weeks with consistent promotion using QR codes, flyer inserts, and social media.
What is the most effective way to get marketplace customers to order directly?
Flyer inserts in delivery bags are the most effective single tactic. Include your direct ordering link, a QR code, and a specific incentive like 10% off their first direct order. Customers who already enjoy your food are easy to convert when given a reason.
Do I need my own website to use QwikEat?
No. QwikEat provides a standalone ordering page that works on its own. You can share the link directly on social media, Google Business, and printed materials. If you do have a website, you can embed the ordering link or add a button that points to your QwikEat page.
Can I track which channel my orders come from?
Yes. QwikEat's analytics dashboard shows order volume by source. You can see how many orders come from your web link, QR codes, WhatsApp, and other channels. This helps you understand which promotion strategies are working.
Will running my own ordering page compete with my marketplace listing?
Your direct channel and marketplace listings serve different purposes. Marketplaces are for discovery; new customers find you there. Your direct channel is for retention; returning customers order with lower fees. Over time, as your direct base grows, your dependency on marketplace commission decreases.

Turn every customer into a direct customer

Set up your branded ordering page in under 10 minutes. Start capturing orders at 1 euro each instead of 15-30% commission.

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