# pikMenu — Complete Reference

> The simplest QR menu in the world that also works as a website. Set up a beautiful digital menu for your restaurant, cafe, bar, or hotel in under 2 minutes — from your phone, no technical skills needed. Food photos increase order value by up to 15%.

## What is pikMenu

pikMenu is a QR menu platform that replaces paper menus with a stunning visual digital menu. Guests scan a QR code on the table with their phone camera — no app download needed. They instantly see the menu with food photos, prices, allergens, and descriptions.

pikMenu also works as a complete website for food service businesses. Restaurants can connect their own domain (e.g., myrestaurant.com) and use pikMenu as their online presence.

## Core Features

### Menu Management
- Add unlimited menu items with photos, prices, descriptions, and weights
- Organize into categories (Starters, Main Course, Drinks, Desserts, etc.)
- Daily menu planner for restaurants that change their menu every day
- Edit everything from your phone in seconds — changes are live instantly
- No reprinting costs ever

### Visual Menu
- Two professionally designed templates: clean and modern
- Beautiful food photography display that drives higher order values
- Responsive design — works perfectly on any phone, tablet, or desktop
- Dark mode support
- Custom branding colors

### Multi-Language Support
- Automatic translations powered by Google Translate into 13+ languages
- Supported: Slovak, English, German, Italian, French, Spanish, Russian, Romanian, Polish, Hungarian, Czech, Ukrainian, Japanese
- Guests see the menu in their preferred language automatically

### Allergen & Dietary Filtering
- EU-standard 14 allergen categories displayed on each item
- Interactive filter — guests can filter by allergens they need to avoid
- Food icons: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Spicy levels, and more
- Guests tap an icon to see only matching items

### Online Ordering & Delivery
- QR ordering at table — guests scan, browse, and order from their phone
- Delivery system with location-based shipping rates
- Cart, checkout, and order confirmation flow
- Payment integration: Stripe, Stripe Connect, FiskalPRO
- Kitchen notification emails for new orders

### Integrations
- POS integration: Oberon, Dotypos
- Payment: Stripe, Stripe Connect, FiskalPRO
- Custom domain with automatic SSL certificate
- Google Maps embed on restaurant page
- Social media links (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube)

### For Hotels & Accommodation
- Room service QR menu
- Multi-language concierge information
- Guest information pages

### Analytics & Insights
- Visitor statistics
- Menu performance tracking

## Pricing (as of March 2026, excluding VAT)

| Plan | Annual | Monthly | Items | Key Features |
|------|--------|---------|-------|--------------|
| Start | Free forever | Free | 20 | Photos, edit from phone, QR code |
| Standard | $25/mo | $30/mo | Unlimited | Promo sections, allergen filters, statistics |
| Premium | $50/mo | $60/mo | Unlimited | Daily menu, translations, custom domain |
| PRO | $66/mo | $100/mo | Unlimited | Online ordering, delivery, payments |

Annual billing saves 17–34%. Most businesses start free and upgrade when ready. No contracts, cancel anytime.

## Use Cases

### Restaurant
Full menu with categories, photos, daily specials. Guests scan QR at the table, browse visually, filter allergens. Optional: order and pay from phone.

### Cafe / Coffee Shop
Menu with drinks, pastries, seasonal specials. Quick setup — perfect for places that change offerings frequently.

### Bar / Pub
Drink menu with cocktails, beers, wines. Visual presentation drives higher-value orders.

### Hotel / Accommodation
Room service menu + guest information. Multi-language support critical for international guests. QR codes in rooms.

### Food Truck / Pop-up
Quick-deploy menu that can be updated on the go. No permanent signage needed.

### Canteen / Cafeteria
Daily menu planner — update what's served today. Staff and guests see the current menu instantly.

## How It Works

1. Sign up at pikmenu.com (30 seconds)
2. Add menu items with photos and prices
3. Print or display QR code on tables
4. Guests scan → see beautiful menu on their phone
5. Edit anytime from your phone — changes are live instantly

## Technical Details

- Platform: Web-based SaaS (no app installation needed)
- Stack: Laravel, Livewire, Alpine.js, Tailwind CSS
- Hosting: European servers
- SSL: Automatic for all domains including custom domains
- Uptime: 99.9%+
- SEO: JSON-LD Restaurant schema, Open Graph, hreflang, sitemap
- Accessibility: ARIA labels, keyboard navigation, screen reader support
- Performance: Optimized for mobile-first experience

## Frequently Asked Questions

**How long does setup take?**
Under 2 minutes for a basic menu. Add photos and descriptions at your own pace.

**Do I need food photos?**
Not required, but strongly recommended. Menus with photos increase order value by up to 15%.

**What if guests don't want to use a phone?**
Keep a few paper menus as backup. But most guests prefer QR — it's faster and more visual.

**Can I change my menu frequently?**
Yes. Daily specials, seasonal changes, price updates — edit from your phone in seconds.

**Does it work in my country?**
Yes. pikMenu works anywhere in the world with 13+ language support.

**Can guests filter by allergens?**
Yes. EU-standard 14 allergens plus dietary icons (vegan, gluten-free, etc.).

**Is there a contract?**
No. Free plan forever, paid plans cancel anytime.

**Can I use my own domain?**
Yes, on Premium and PRO plans. SSL certificate is automatic.

**Does it work with my POS?**
pikMenu integrates with Oberon and Dotypos POS systems. More integrations coming.

**Can guests order and pay?**
Yes, on PRO plan. QR ordering at table with Stripe payment integration.

## Contact

- Website: https://pikmenu.com
- Email: info@pikmenu.com
- Phone: +421 902 085 900
- Company: pikMenu s.r.o., Slovakia
- Founder: Martin Tóth

## Pages

- Homepage (SK): https://pikmenu.com
- Homepage (EN): https://pikmenu.com/en
- Homepage (CZ): https://pikmenu.com/cs

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## About pikMenu

pikMenu is the simplest QR menu in the world. It works as a digital menu and can also serve as a full website for your restaurant, cafe, bar, or hotel. Set up in under 2 minutes from your phone — no technical skills needed. Food photos increase order value by up to 15%. Available in 13+ languages with automatic translations, allergen filtering, and online ordering built in.