How to make a digital menu for your restaurant in 6 steps

Why move off paper at all?

• Change prices instantly instead of reprinting every season.
• Photos raise average ticket size — guests see the dish before ordering.
• Analytics show which items get viewed most, so you can build on them.
• One menu in Arabic and English serves locals and tourists alike.

The six steps

1. 1

   Collect your current menu in one place

   Start from paper: list every item with its name, price and a short description in one file. This is the longest step — everything after it is fast.

2. 2

   Group items into clear categories

   Appetizers, grills, mains, sandwiches, desserts, drinks. Four to ten items per category reads comfortably on a phone.

3. 3

   Photograph the dishes with your phone

   Natural window light, a plain background, and a 45° angle. Shoot your top 10 sellers first — those are the photos that convert.

4. 4

   Create the digital menu and upload your content

   Open a zadQR account, pick your restaurant link, then add categories, items and photos. The menu is published in Arabic and English from the same dashboard.

5. 5

   Print the QR code and put it on the tables

   Download the QR code from the dashboard and print it on table stands, the storefront, or delivery bags. Guests scan with the camera — no app needed.

6. 6

   Keep prices and availability up to date

   The big advantage over paper: changing a price or hiding a sold-out item takes seconds and reaches every guest instantly — no reprinting.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Uploading a PDF instead of a real page — guests pinch, zoom, and leave.
• Giant 30-item categories; split them into smaller ones.
• Yellow kitchen-light photos; natural light always wins.
• Leaving sold-out items visible — hide them in one tap.

Frequently asked questions

Does the guest need an app to open a digital menu?

No. The phone camera opens the menu link straight in the browser, on both Android and iPhone.

How long does it take to build a full digital menu?

Entering 30–50 items usually takes one to two hours; every update afterwards takes seconds.

Can I change prices after printing the QR code?

Yes. The QR code points to a permanent link, so updating prices or photos never requires reprinting it.

Does the digital menu work in Arabic and English?

Yes — zadQR renders RTL and LTR, and guests can switch languages from the same page.