The article explains the differences between the available versions of OctoTable's Digital Menu. A first free version is included in the FREE plan, then the subsequent versions are available, which allow you to customize the menu in every detail, so as to offer your customers a more professional and recognizable experience, in line with your restaurant's image.
What all plans have in common ๐
Before analyzing the differences, here's what all plans (FREE, DigiMenu, Premium and EVO) include for the Digital Menu:
๐ Categories
Unlimited categories - Create all the sections you want (Appetizers, First Courses, Main Courses, Desserts, etc.)
Multilingual texts for categories - Translate category names and descriptions into all available languages
๐ฝ๏ธ Dishes and drinks
Unlimited dishes and drinks - Add all your menu items without quantity limits
Multilingual texts - Insert descriptions for dishes and drinks and translate them into all available languages
Price display - Show prices for all your products
Special features - Indicate properties like spicy, gluten-free, vegan, etc.
Allergen management - Report the presence of allergens in your dishes
๐ฑ Menu
Multiple menus - Create different menus for different occasions (lunch, dinner, aperitif, etc.)
Multilingual display - The menu automatically adapts to the customer's language
Graphic customization - Choose themes, fonts and colors for menu design from those predefined offered on OctoTable
Customizable headers - Set title, subtitle and footer of the menu
QR Code printing - Generate and print QR codes for your tables
What are the differences between the free plan and paid plans ๐
๐ฝ๏ธ Variants and extra ingredients
FREE Plan: You cannot display variants and extra ingredients in the digital menu.
Example: If a customer asks for a "large portion" of fries or an addition of "cheddar sauce," you wonโt be able to display these options in the digital menu. โ
DigiMenu plan and higher: You can create and display variants and extra ingredients by navigating to Digital Menu > Variations. Customers will see all available options for your dishes and drinks by scanning the QR Code.
Example: For "French fries (โฌ4.50)" you can add extra ingredients like "Cheddar Sauce (+โฌ2.00)" or variants such as "Large portion (โฌ7.00)." โ
Read the full article to learn more about how to create variants and extra ingredients in your Digital Menu ๐
๐จ Customization of the header image
FREE Plan: You can only change the header image by choosing from OctoTableโs predefined generic and thematic backgrounds. Uploading custom images is not possible, so the custom background function will appear disabled ๐ซ.
DigiMenu plan and higher: You can upload a custom header image to align the menu with your brandโs visual identity. In addition, you can decide whether to show or hide the image via a dedicated filter.
Example: You can upload any photo you like so the header better reflects your brandโs identity and colors. ๐ธ
๐ท๏ธ Company logo display
FREE Plan: The restaurant logo entered in Configuration > Reservation Page > Logo is not displayed in the digital menu.
DigiMenu plan and higher: You can choose whether to show or hide the restaurant logo in the digital menu through a dedicated filter.
The restaurant logo will appear at the top of the menu, reinforcing brand recognition.
๐ Filters and categories management
FREE Plan: The categories you create (e.g., Appetizers, First Courses, Main Courses) are always visible and filters cannot be hidden. Customers view all categories by scrolling down.
Example: Customers immediately see "Appetizers" with all the listed dishes, then by scrolling they find "First courses," "Main courses," and so on. ๐
DigiMenu plan and higher: Filters allow customers to view only the category they are interested in instead of scrolling through all categories one after another. You can hide filters or keep them active to let customers focus on one category at a time.
Example: Customers can click on "First courses" to view only that section without distractions. ๐ฏ
With DigiMenu and higher plans, you can also choose the compact view of categories. This way the customer can see all categories and then select the one of interest.
๐ข Removal of OctoTable footer
FREE Plan: The "OctoTable" footer is always visible and cannot be removed.
Example: At the bottom of the menu, "Powered by OctoTable" will always appear, linking to the providerโs website. ๐
DigiMenu plan and higher: You can hide the OctoTable footer to offer customers a fully branded menu without provider references.
๐ Note well
You will be able to customize your menu by uploading the photos you want to show for each category. Please note that each plan has a different limit for photo uploads. The FREE plan allows up to 5 photos, the DigiMenu plan up to 50 photos, the Premium plan up to 100 photos, and the EVO plan up to 200 photos. This limit applies to all images uploaded to OctoTable, including those in the digital menu, the booking page, and all other sections of the platform.
Now you have all the tools to start using your digital menu. You can start right away with the basic version, or give it an extra touch by choosing a menu enriched with graphic elements and exclusive details that enhance your customers' experience.
๐ Want to get started right away? Read our complete guide on how to compose your digital menu and discover all the steps to create the perfect menu for your restaurant. ๐