Most frequently asked questions about digital menus for restaurants

A digital menu is the online version of the classic printed menu, accessible from any smartphone by scanning a QR code. Customers scan the QR code displayed on the table, instantly receive the menu with photos, prices, descriptions, allergens and nutritional values — without touching a physical cover.

If you want to better understand how this technology works, read our guide: What is a digital QR menu and how does it work?

The process of creating a digital menu in Menivo is simple and fast. Here are the essential steps:

• Register for free at menivo.io
• Add your restaurant (name, address, logo, schedule)
• Create menu categories (e.g., Appetizers, Main Courses, Desserts)
• Add products with photos, prices, descriptions, ingredients and allergens
• Generate the QR code from the dedicated section and download it for display

Want a detailed step-by-step guide? Check out the article Creating a restaurant menu in Menivo – step-by-step guide.

With Menivo, a basic digital menu can be created in less than 10–15 minutes. The drag-and-drop editor and intuitive product-adding flow help you quickly set up your restaurant, categories and products. If you already have photos and prices on hand, the process is even faster.

Also read: How to create a digital menu for a restaurant in 10 minutes.

Yes, in Romania and throughout the European Union, displaying food allergens is mandatory according to Regulation (EU) No. 1169/2011. Restaurants have a legal obligation to inform customers about the presence of the 14 major allergens in dishes.

Menivo allows you to associate allergens directly with each product on the menu, in a simple and visible way for customers. The platform even has an AI-based allergen generator, which suggests suitable allergens based on the entered ingredients.

Learn more in our guide: Restaurant food allergens – legal obligations in Romania (Complete Guide) and in the tutorial How to use the AI-based food allergen generator.

Yes. Menivo includes a built-in nutritional value calculator, which allows you to add information about calories, protein, fat and carbohydrates directly to each product. This information is displayed to customers in the digital menu, helping them make a more informed choice.

For full details, read: Nutritional Value Calculator for Menu | Menivo.

Yes. The QR code generated by Menivo is a standard QR code, compatible with any modern smartphone — both iOS (iPhone) and Android. Customers don't need a special app; scanning is done directly from the phone's camera or from a native QR reading app.

If you want to know more about how the technology behind it works, read: What is a QR code and how does it work?

This is one of the biggest advantages of a digital menu over a printed one. Yes — you can modify prices, add or remove products, change photos or update descriptions at any time, and the QR code remains the same. Customers will always see the updated version of the menu, with no additional reprinting costs.

Menivo offers a free plan with which you can create and publish a functional QR digital menu. For restaurants with more complex needs — more categories, unlimited products, scan statistics and advanced features — there are subscription plans with affordable prices.

You can create the menu and generate the QR code with no initial investment. Visit menivo.io to see the available plans.

Yes. When setting up the restaurant in Menivo, you can add complete information such as:

• The restaurant's name and description
• Address and location
• Operating hours
• Logo and cover photo

All this information is visible to customers who access the menu by scanning the QR code. Read the tutorial: How to configure the restaurant settings and general information.

Yes. Menivo has a drag-and-drop editor that allows you to reorder categories and products exactly as you want, with a simple drag and drop. You can restructure the menu at any time, adapting the order according to season, preferences or active promotions.

Find out how it works: How to reorder and reorganize menu categories.

Switching to a digital menu brings concrete benefits for any restaurant:

• Reduced costs — you no longer pay for reprinting with every price or product change
• Instant updates — changes are visible immediately, with no logistical effort
• Modern customer experience — clear photos, detailed descriptions, allergens and nutritional values just a click away
• Legal compliance — displaying allergens and nutritional information is simple and clear
• Improved hygiene — customers no longer touch a physical menu passed between tables

Also read: Top 10 reasons why it's worth implementing a digital menu in your restaurant.

Absolutely. Menivo works for any type of HoReCa establishment: classic restaurants, cafes, bars, patisseries, food trucks or terraces. The platform is flexible — you can create categories and products adapted to any type of menu, from the drinks menu to daily menus or special offers.

Also discover how Menivo can increase your restaurant sales by presenting dishes attractively.