{"id":32093,"date":"2026-04-25T02:52:24","date_gmt":"2026-04-24T16:52:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nowbookit.com\/how-to-create-a-restaurant-website-that-boosts-bookings-revenue\/"},"modified":"2026-04-25T02:52:24","modified_gmt":"2026-04-24T16:52:24","slug":"how-to-create-a-restaurant-website-that-boosts-bookings-revenue","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nowbookit.com\/en-us\/tools-and-tips\/how-to-create-a-restaurant-website-that-boosts-bookings-revenue\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Create a Restaurant Website that Boosts Bookings &amp; Revenue"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"32093\" class=\"elementor elementor-32093 elementor-20306\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-44c179d e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"44c179d\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bbbc1a6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"bbbc1a6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Along with everything that goes on from front to back of house, running a restaurant today also involves building a digital storefront \u2014 your website! When so much of hospitality success comes down to discoverability and first impressions, your website matters more than ever. A well-designed website not only enhances your venue\u2019s online presence but also simplifies the booking process. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Keep reading as we walk you through the essential checklist for a restaurant website, best practices that boost bookings and mastering the critical touchpoint that get customers through your doors. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-64a36d2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"64a36d2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Why Your Restaurant Website Matters <\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b5dd11b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b5dd11b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"Aptos\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Aptos&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;-&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Restaurant discovery:<\/span><\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mghus.com\/lp\/restaurant-survey\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">77%<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> of diners check a restaurant\u2019s website before visiting. A well-optimised website ensures it\u2019s easy for guests to find information such as location, menu, opening hours that will help them make dining decisions.\u00a0They might also use cuisine or location search queries to help inspire their next meal, which means you\u2019ll\u00a0be in the radar of potential new customers.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"Aptos\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Aptos&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;-&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Increased bookings and revenue: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">With guests able to get in touch\u00a0quickly and directly, your website can be an excellent revenue driver. Take instant bookings, promote events or special offers, or even sell merchandise and gift cards.\u00a0Integrating with a commission-free <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/nowbookit.com\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">online booking system<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> is key here. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"Aptos\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:0,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Aptos&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;-&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Improved customer relationship: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A website allows your restaurant to build credibility and trust with customers and establish a connection with them\u00a0before they even step into your restaurant. It\u2019s an opportunity to tell customers your story and showcase what sets your venue apart. Help them get to know you better by sharing reviews, stories about your team or even recipes. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-718ec55 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"718ec55\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Best Practices for Creating Your Restaurant Website <\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c30880f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c30880f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">1. Choose the right domain name and hosting provider<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559731&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Your domain name should be easy to remember, spell, and reflect your restaurant\u2019s name or cuisine. You want your domain to be the first thing that comes up when customers search for your venue.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559731&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><b>Tip<\/b>: Think about what customers know your restaurant as!<\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Don\u2019t skip out on a reliable hosting provider. Nothing drives customers away faster than an error page so prioritise options with excellent uptime and customer support. <\/span><\/p><p><b style=\"letter-spacing: 0px;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2. Design with your brand in mind<\/span><\/b><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For many guests, your restaurant website\u00a0will be the first time they experience your brand. Keep in mind that it should mirror your restaurant\u2019s story, atmosphere and food. Use high-quality images of your dishes, interior, and exterior. Choose colour scheme, fonts, and styles that align with your brand identity. <\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6349254 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"6349254\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"451\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nowbookit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Website-3Lulu-1024x451.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-32089\" alt=\"Now Book It venue Lulu Bondi&#039;s website stands out\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nowbookit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Website-3Lulu-1024x451.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.nowbookit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Website-3Lulu-300x132.png 300w, https:\/\/www.nowbookit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Website-3Lulu-768x338.png 768w, https:\/\/www.nowbookit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Website-3Lulu-600x264.png 600w, https:\/\/www.nowbookit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Website-3Lulu.png 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8edac7f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8edac7f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Now Book It venue <a href=\"https:\/\/lulubondi.com.au\/\">Lulu Bondi<\/a> stands out with their custom bold brand font in an unmistakable red, and visuals of mouthwatering pan-Asian fare in the background.<\/p><p><b style=\"letter-spacing: 0px;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">3. Integrate instant booking and ordering systems<\/span><\/b><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Increasing revenue with your website is easy with the right tools. Integrate with an online booking system that allows customers to make reservations directly, and online ordering systems that can facilitate delivery and takeaway orders.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p>Now Book It&#8217;s reservation system not only offers a seamless booking widget built into your with no per cover fees, but also offers additional revenue-driving features such as the ability to sell gift cards and experiences.\u00a0<\/p><p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Tip:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Making integrated systems\u00a0look and feel like a part of your website is key to creating a holistic booking experience. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559731&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Take a look at this example of Now Book It venue <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1800lasagne.com.au\/book\">1800 Lasagne<\/a> \u2013 the entire booking process happens seamlessly on the\u00a0same page, and the widget is designed to pop in their brand colours. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559731&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b0d00c2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"b0d00c2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<figure class=\"wp-caption\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nowbookit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Website-2-1024x683.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-32090\" alt=\"How a Now Book It venue optimises their website to increase bookings\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nowbookit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Website-2-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.nowbookit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Website-2-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.nowbookit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Website-2-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/www.nowbookit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Website-2-600x400.png 600w, https:\/\/www.nowbookit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Website-2.png 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<figcaption class=\"widget-image-caption wp-caption-text\">Screencap from 1800 Lasagne restaurant website<\/figcaption>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dc23a97 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"dc23a97\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">4. Optimise for local SEO <\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559731&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Designing an intuitive website begins with an easy search. Identify terms that your potential customers are using to find restaurants like yours. Incorporating these keywords into your website content can help guests find you quickly. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559731&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We can\u2019t discuss SEO without talking about optimising your Google Business Profile. If you haven\u2019t already claimed your listing, do so! Matching your website information with what you put on an optimised Google Business Profile will help boost your searchability by miles. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559731&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Local SEO helps you appear in search results when users look for dining options in your area. For example, if you\u2019re a pizza parlour in Newtown, these could be \u201cbest pizzas in Sydney\u201d or \u201cNewtown\u2019s favourite pizza place\u201d.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559731&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Today, well over <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/restaurantengine.com\/how-many-customers-use-mobile-devices-to-find-restaurants\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">80%<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> of customers look up restaurants on a mobile device. You also want to ensure your website is mobile-responsive to improve the experience and climb up the search rankings. <\/span><\/p><p><b style=\"letter-spacing: 0px;\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">5. Give guest the information they want<\/span><\/b><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Don\u2019t make hungry customers look any further! Make it intuitive for visitors to find vital information like your menu, location, opening hours and booking options. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">More often than not, guests are looking for a menu on your website. Design your online menu with detailed descriptions and images, highlighting popular dishes, special offers, and dietary options. While it can be a lot of work updating menus in multiple places, make sure to keep your website up to date with the latest version to stay relevant. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">You can (and should!) share the story behind your business. A personal touch on your website can help customers feel closer to you, creating a connection that continues when they dine in.<\/span><\/p><p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">6. Don\u2019t sleep on analytics and customer data<\/span><\/b><\/p><p>Venue can often lose out on bookings because of an obscure button on the website or a faulty link. Monitoring your website using tools like Google Analytics can provide pointers on what you\u2019re missing. For instance, if people visiting your site but not clicking the booking button, you may want to explore some updates.<\/p><p><strong>Tip:<\/strong> Make sure your booking button is<\/p><ul><li>Is visible and stands out with bright colours<\/li><li>Has a clear call-to action like Book Now, Book a Table, Reserve Here<\/li><li>Leads directly to the booking widget or reservations page. Less clicks means it&#8217;s more likely that a customer will complete the booking!\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Similarly, leveraging customer insights from your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nowbookit.com\/solutions\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">online reservation system<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0can guide your strategy, such as creating targeted marketing campaigns or bringing back a popular menu item to boost bookings.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f9854b6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"f9854b6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Building a Restaurant Website that Converts\u00a0<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-97ba18d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"97ba18d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Creating a website that converts and encourages guests to place an order, book an online reservation or purchase a gift card is no walk in the park, but it\u2019s certainly well worth the effort. A great website only improves your visibility but also drives more bookings and leaves a memorable impression with guests. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p>Found this helpful? 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