Restaurants & Cafes

How to Create a Digital Menu QR Code

Modern, contactless dining experience with an easy-to-update digital menu. Perfect for restaurants, cafes, bars, and food trucks.

10 mins
Setup Time
Instant
Updates
Mobile
Optimized

What You'll Create

A beautiful, mobile-optimized digital menu that customers can access by scanning a QR code. Update prices, items, and specials instantly without reprinting anything.

Contactless & Safe

No physical menus to clean or replace

Easy Updates

Change prices and items instantly from your phone

Rich Content

Add photos, descriptions, allergen info, and more

Restaurant Menu

Classic Burger
Beef patty, lettuce, tomato, cheese
$12.99
Caesar Salad
Fresh romaine, parmesan, croutons
$9.99
Scan QR code to view full menu

Scan the Sunset Bistro digital menu

Preview the exact mobile menu guests see when they scan table toppers or takeout bags.

Demo QR

Sunset Bistro Menu

Dinner + cocktail menu updated nightly.

Menu how-to menu

Step-by-Step Guide

Set up your digital menu in minutes

1

Create Your Account

Sign up at scanitlabs.com and navigate to the QR code creation page.

2

Select Digital Menu Type

Choose "Digital Menu" from the QR code types. This creates a mobile-optimized menu page.

💡 Tip: You can also use "Link Tree" type if you want to link to an existing menu PDF or external ordering system.

3

Build Your Menu

Add your menu items organized by categories:

  • 1. Create Categories: Appetizers, Mains, Desserts, Drinks, etc.
  • 2. Add Items: Include name, description, price, and optional photo
  • 3. Special Tags: Mark items as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, spicy, etc.
  • 4. Allergen Info: Add allergen warnings for customer safety
4

Customize the Design

Make your menu match your restaurant's branding:

Menu Page Design

  • • Custom header image
  • • Brand colors and fonts
  • • Restaurant logo

QR Code Design

  • • Custom colors
  • • Add your logo
  • • "View Menu" frame
5

Print and Deploy

Download and print your QR codes for:

🪧

Table Tents

Place on every table

🏷️

Window Stickers

For takeout customers

📋

Posters

At entrance or counter

✅ You're Live! Customers can now scan the QR code to view your menu. Update items and prices anytime from your dashboard.

Why Restaurants Love Digital Menus

Save money, improve safety, and delight customers

Huge Cost Savings

No more reprinting menus when prices change. Update instantly and save hundreds on printing costs.

Improved Hygiene

Completely contactless. No need to clean physical menus between customers.

Better Customer Experience

High-quality photos, detailed descriptions, and allergen info help customers make informed choices.

Instant Updates

86ed an item? Lunch special? Daily soup? Update your menu in seconds from anywhere.

Multilingual Support

Easily offer your menu in multiple languages for international customers.

Track Popularity

See which items customers view most to optimize your menu and inventory.

Powerful Analytics & Tracking

Every scan is tracked with comprehensive analytics so you can measure your success

Real-Time Data

See scan activity as it happens with live dashboards and instant notifications

Location Insights

Understand where your QR codes are being scanned with detailed geographic data

Device Information

Track what devices and browsers your audience uses to optimize your content

Advanced Analytics Features

  • Track scan times, dates, and patterns
  • Export data for deeper analysis
  • Monitor conversion rates and user engagement
100%
Trackable

Why Use Scan QR Labs?

The most powerful and easy-to-use QR code platform for professionals

Easy to Create

Create professional QR codes in minutes with our intuitive interface—no technical skills required

Dynamic & Updateable

Change your content anytime without reprinting—your QR code stays the same

Fully Customizable

Brand your QR codes with custom colors, logos, and designs that match your style

Reliable & Secure

Enterprise-grade infrastructure ensures your QR codes work 24/7 with 99.9% uptime

Print Ready

Download high-resolution QR codes in multiple formats perfect for any print or digital use

Unlimited Scans

No limits on how many times your QR codes can be scanned—perfect for campaigns of any size

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about digital menu QR codes

Can I update my menu items and prices after creating the QR code?
Yes! You can update your menu anytime—add items, change prices, update descriptions, or upload new photos. Changes are instant and customers will see the latest version.
Do customers need to download an app to view the menu?
No app required! Customers simply scan the QR code with their phone camera and the menu opens in their web browser.
Can I add photos to my menu items?
Absolutely! High-quality photos help customers make decisions and increase order values. You can add photos for any menu item.
What if my restaurant has multiple locations?
You can create separate menus for each location, or use one menu with location-specific sections. Each location can have its own QR code.
Can I integrate with my online ordering system?
Yes! You can add a button that links directly to your ordering platform (UberEats, DoorDash, your own system, etc.).

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