How To Create a Lifetime Restaurant Menu QR Code

A Restaurant Menu QR Code allows customers to scan and view your digital menu directly on their smartphones. Whether you want to replace paper menus on dining tables, provide contactless ordering, or update seasonal specials on the fly, Lifetime QR Codes gives you an interactive menu that stays active without recurring fees.

Common uses:

• Dine-in table tents & tabletop stickers
• Bar counter & beverage displays
• Takeaway packaging & bag inserts
• Window & entrance menu displays
• Seasonal & daily specials menus
• Contactless ordering & reordering

Before You Start

Before creating your Restaurant Menu QR code, make sure you have the following ready:

• Restaurant Details: Your restaurant name and cuisine type (e.g. Italian, Cafe, Bistro).
• Menu Items & Categories: List of categories (Starters, Mains, Desserts, Drinks) and item names, descriptions, and prices.
• Branding: Your restaurant logo and cover photo or food image.
• Ordering & Delivery Links: URLs for services like Swiggy, Zomato, or your own online ordering website (optional).
• Contact & Social Details: Phone number, email address, physical address, and social profiles.

Step 1: Login & Select Restaurant Menu QR

1. Log in to your Lifetime QR Codes dashboard.
2. Click Create QR Code in the header or sidebar.
3. Select Restaurant Menu from the QR code types list.
4. Click Next to open the configuration panel.

Step 2: Configure Your Restaurant Menu

Set up your restaurant details, menu items and categories, food delivery platform links, and contact channels in the configuration panel.

A) Restaurant Information & Logo

Enter your Restaurant Name and your restaurant type or cuisine description (e.g. Italian cuisine, Specialty Coffee & Bakery, or Family Diner). Upload a cover image or photo to display at the top of your mobile menu page, choosing between a square or rounded format. Then, expand the Restaurant Logo panel and upload your restaurant logo so guests immediately identify your brand.

B) Menu & Restaurant Platforms

Add and organize your dishes and drinks in the Menu section:

• Add Categories: Click ADD CATEGORY to create menu sections such as Appetizers, Entrees, Wood-Fired Pizzas, Desserts, or Beverages. Add individual items with names, descriptions, dietary labels, and prices.
• Upload & Download: If you already have your menu in a spreadsheet or want to add items in bulk, click DOWNLOAD to get the Excel template, fill in:
  • category
  • item
  • price
  • veg(0)/nonveg(1)
  • description
  • imageUrl
  Then save the completed Excel file and use Upload to import the menu.

• Currency: Choose your currency from the Currency dropdown so all dish prices display correctly.
• Restaurant Platforms: In the Restaurant Platforms section, add direct links to your profiles on food delivery services like Swiggy, Zomato, or your own online ordering system so diners can easily place takeaway and delivery orders.

C) Contact Information

Under Contact Information, configure the details you want to make visible to your diners:

• Phone: Add your primary restaurant telephone or mobile number with country code and optional extension for table bookings and inquiries.
• Email: Add your customer service or event inquiries email address along with an email title.
• Website: Link to your official restaurant homepage or online reservations portal.
• Address: Enter your physical street address so customers can tap to view directions in Google Maps.
• Note: Add important customer notices, such as opening hours, dress code, parking guidance, or reservation policies.

You have full control over which contact options to include, allowing you to display only the details relevant to your restaurant.

D) Social Media

Connect your restaurant's social media accounts so customers can follow your pages, check out daily specials, and tag your venue in photos.

• Featured Networks: Connect popular profiles including Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, WhatsApp, YouTube, and LinkedIn.
• Additional Channels: Add links for Pinterest, Snapchat, WeChat, Zoom, Slack, Dribbble, Vimeo, or Tumblr where applicable.

Each connected platform displays as a sleek clickable icon on your digital menu landing page.

Step 3: Design Your QR Code (Design Phase)

Click Next to enter the Design section where you can customize the visual appearance of your QR code:

• Template: Choose a ready-made QR design layout.
• Pattern & Shapes: Customize the QR pattern and corner eye shapes.
• Colors: Set custom foreground and background colors to match your branding.
• Logo: Add your brand logo or discount icon to the center of the QR code.

Step 4: Review & Download (Download Phase)

Before downloading, preview your QR code on the screen and test it on real devices.

Click Download QR to export your QR code in your preferred format:

• PNG: Standard high-resolution raster format for digital use and screen displays.
• JPEG: Compact image format suitable for digital sharing and general print materials.
• SVG: Scalable vector format ideal for professional printing, signage, and merchandise without quality loss.
• WEBP: Modern web format with lightweight compression for fast page loading.

What Users See After Scanning

After scanning the Restaurant Menu QR Code, customers can view the restaurant's menu on their phone. They can browse different menu categories, view dishes and prices, and use the available ordering, social media, and contact options provided by the restaurant.