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How to Build a Restaurant Website
Digital menu, online ordering, reservations, Google Maps.
A restaurant website is no longer just a digital business card — it is a primary tool for reservations, online ordering and local SEO. Guests check the menu, photos and reviews before they ever set foot in your restaurant. This guide explains how to set up a fast site with a digital menu, online ordering through GloriaFood (free for basic), table reservations and Google Maps integration that drives walk-ins.
How to Build a Restaurant Website
Choose hosting and a domain
BeoHosting STANDARD with 40 GB NVMe and LiteSpeed Cache loads in under a second on mobile. Use a memorable .com domain matching the restaurant name.
Pick a restaurant-themed template
WordPress themes like Resca, Foodbakery or Astra child themes offer menu sections, reservation forms and image galleries. Hero section: high-quality food photos, opening hours, clear "Reserve" or "Order" CTA.
Build a digital menu
Use the theme builder or plugins like Restaurant Menu Manager. Each item needs name, description, price and ideally a photo. Group by category. Keep prices up to date.
Add online ordering with GloriaFood
GloriaFood is free for basic and integrates into WordPress with one snippet. Configure delivery zones, minimum order, delivery fee and payment methods. Orders arrive via tablet/email/SMS.
Integrate table reservations
OpenTable, ResDiary or simple plugins (Restaurant Reservations) let guests pick a date, time and party size. The system blocks booked slots and sends confirmation emails.
Optimize for local SEO
Target "restaurant [city]", "pizzeria [district]", "best burger London". Register Google Business Profile, add Restaurant schema (cuisine type, price range, opening hours), encourage Google reviews.
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(+381) 60 3535 720Do I need a separate page per dish?
Not for every dish, but yes for signature dishes or popular categories — dedicated pages target long-tail searches like "best burger London".
GloriaFood vs WooCommerce for online ordering?
GloriaFood is faster to set up, free for basic and built for restaurants. WooCommerce gives more control (loyalty, custom integrations) but takes more setup and a paid food-ordering plugin.
Can I update the menu myself?
Yes — WordPress is point-and-click. Adding a new dish or changing a price takes under a minute. No coding required.
How much does a restaurant website cost?
Hosting €7/month, domain €15/year, theme €40-60 one-time, GloriaFood free (or €29/month advanced), reservations free to €60/year. Total: €120-200 setup, then €100-150/year.
How do I attract more guests through the website?
Combine local SEO (Google Business Profile, local keywords), an active social media presence (especially Instagram), email marketing with special offers, and positive online reviews. Add a blog with recipes and food stories for organic traffic. Offer a discount on the first online order. Use Google Ads for targeted campaigns on local searches like "restaurant near me" or "food delivery [city]".
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