How to Increase Restaurant Sales: 9 Practical Ways
By Dishly · · 7 min read
Increasing restaurant sales comes down to three things: getting more guests, getting them to order a little more, and getting them to come back. Here are practical ways to work on each.
1. Improve your menu photos
On delivery apps and Google, guests often choose by photo. Clear, consistent, appetizing images help your dishes stand out from the restaurant next to you in the list.
2. Polish your delivery app listings
Add a photo to every popular item, write short descriptions, keep prices and hours accurate and turn off dishes when they sell out.
3. Make your menu easy to read
Clear sections and highlighted signature dishes help guests decide faster and steer them to items you want to sell.
4. Suggest add-ons
Train staff to suggest a drink, side or dessert, and list combos on your menu. Small add-ons across many orders add up.
5. Offer a lunch or early-evening deal
Bring in guests during slower hours with a set menu or combo.
6. Bring regulars back
Loyalty cards, birthday offers and a simple message about new specials keep repeat guests visiting.
7. Collect and answer reviews
Ask happy guests for reviews and reply politely to every one, good or bad.
8. Use a QR menu at the table
A mobile menu with photos helps guests see what they're ordering and makes adding dessert or another drink easy.
9. Start with one quick win
Pick the change you can make this week. For many restaurants, that's better photos. Send Dishly one phone photo on WhatsApp for a free sample.