Restaurant App Development

Get your own branded restaurant app for iOS and Android — without the cost and complexity of custom development.

  • A fully functional restaurant app for just $49/month
    Get the result of app development without paying agency-level project fees.
  • Ready in 7 days instead of months of custom development
    Launch faster without managing a long software project.
  • Online ordering, payments, loyalty, and more in one app
    Run key customer-facing functions through one mobile experience.
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Benefits

Why launching your own restaurant app pays off

  • 0% commission on direct app orders = more profit
    Keep more revenue from mobile orders placed directly with your restaurant.
  • More direct sales = less dependence on third-party apps
    Use your app as your own branded sales channel.
  • Increase repeat orders through your own branded app
    Use loyalty, promotions, and push notifications to bring customers back.
  • Better lifetime value from app users
    Build stronger long-term customer relationships through direct mobile engagement.
  • Higher average order value with promotions and upsells
    Encourage customers to spend more inside your app.

See the difference

App development with UpMenu vs other companies

UpMenuOther Development Companies
Development time~7 days to launch a fully working app3–6+ months (design, development, testing)
Development costFrom ~$49/month (no upfront investment)$15,000–$100,000+ depending on scope
Payment modelSubscription (predictable monthly cost)High upfront cost + ongoing maintenance fees
Built-in featuresReady out of the box (ordering, payments, loyalty, CRM, marketing)Must be built from scratch
CustomizationEasy customization (branding, menu, features)Complex and time-consuming, requires developers
Maintenance & updatesIncluded (hosting, updates, support)Requires ongoing budget and technical team
Who it's forMost restaurants & growing chainsMostly large chains (1000+ locations with complex needs)
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Benefits

What your restaurant app helps you manage in one place

  • Push notifications and loyalty built into your app
    Stay connected with customers and encourage repeat purchases.
  • Delivery, pickup, curbside, and dine-in in one app flow
    Support different ordering needs in one mobile channel.
  • Easy menu and delivery settings management
    Keep your app up to date without rebuilding it.
  • Table reservations and feedback in one place
    Handle more guest interactions directly through the app.
  • Multi-location support for restaurant chains
    Manage multiple locations through one system.

Fast setup & zero risk

Get your restaurant app live in 7 days

  • No time? We handle everything for you

    We help you configure your app, branding, menu, and ordering setup.

  • Test the app risk-free

    Test how your restaurant app works in practice.

  • No long-term contracts

    Use it as long as you want — no commitments.

  • 7-day technical support

    Get help via chat or email — before and after setup.

How it works

How restaurant app development works in UpMenu

  1. 1.

    Create your UpMenu account

    Sign up and add your restaurant details to get started.

  2. 2.

    Configure & customize your app

    Add your branding, menu, ordering options, and delivery settings.

  3. 3.

    UpMenu develops and publishes your app

    Your app is prepared for iOS and Android and submitted to the App Store and Google Play.

  4. Customers download and order

    Guests use your app to browse the menu, place orders, and pay online.

Restaurant app development company

We've been building solutions for restaurants since 2012. Working closely with restaurant owners, we've developed a platform designed to deliver fully functional mobile apps without the complexity of custom development.

We understand how important direct orders, repeat customers, and strong brand presence are in mobile channels. That's why we created a restaurant app development solution that lets you launch your own branded iOS and Android app — without high upfront costs, long timelines, or managing a software project.

14
Years in the market
47+
Countries
1,000+
Apps developed
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No commissions

Our happy clients

Why restaurateurs choose UpMenu

What owners say

In their own words
UpMenu helped us simplify ordering, reduce commission costs, and significantly improve our sales.
Julia KaljunenCo-owner, Yami Sushi
UpMenu has completely transformed our operations and customer engagement. The online ordering platform and branded app have driven repeat orders, cut down on third-party fees, and strengthened our brand presence.
George AbrahamOwner, Lil Ava’s Pizza franchise
The streamlined online ordering platform has substantially increased our sales while reducing our reliance on costly third-party platforms. It brought real operational efficiency to managing multiple locations.
Chad WhiteOwner, Dedicate Healthy Kitchen
With UpMenu, we've saved thousands in third-party fees and nearly doubled our online revenue. It shows the power of having the right digital ordering strategy.
Clint SeeleyDirector of Marketing and Development, Michelangelo 301
Online orders now make up 60% of our total sales thanks to UpMenu. It removed the daily headaches of managing orders and lets us focus on running the business.
Andrzej Pelc-GoneraOwner, Sushi Kushi and Ramen Shop
UpMenu is truly plug & play. We moved our entire ordering system in one day and were up and running immediately.
Laura PochopOwner, Mulberry’s Market
UpMenu created both our online ordering system and a mobile app that customers actively download and use. We're excited about the future growth this opens up.
Laura PochopOwner, Mulberry’s Market

Pricing

How much does app development cost

Restaurant App
$49/ month
per location
Full-featured branded iOS & Android app

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Restaurant app development is the process of creating a branded mobile app that allows customers to browse your menu, place orders, pay online, and interact with your restaurant directly from their phone.

A restaurant app development company designs, builds, and maintains mobile apps tailored to restaurant needs. This includes creating user-friendly interfaces, integrating ordering and payment systems, and ensuring the app works smoothly on iOS and Android devices.

No. With UpMenu, you can get a ready-to-launch branded restaurant app without hiring developers or managing a custom software project.

Restaurant app development services typically include app design, development, testing, publishing to app stores, and ongoing maintenance. With UpMenu, this also includes built-in features like online ordering, payments, loyalty programs, push notifications, and integrations — all in one solution.

Yes. With UpMenu, support is included — so you don't need to manage a separate development team or pay additional maintenance fees.

Custom restaurant app development usually costs from $15,000 to $100,000+, depending on features and complexity. With UpMenu, you can get a fully functional restaurant app starting from $49/month, without large upfront investment.

Yes. Customers can browse your menu, place orders, and pay directly through your app.

Yes. You can create exclusive promotions available only in your app and send them directly to your customers.

Yes. The app supports multiple languages, making it easier for customers to browse your menu and order in their preferred language.

Ready to launch your restaurant app?

Get your own branded iOS and Android app — without the high cost and complexity of custom development.