QR Code Menus for Restaurants
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Quick answer: Use a dynamic QR code for your menu so you can change prices and items without reprinting a single table tent. The printed code stays the same; only the menu behind it updates.
Why menus should use a dynamic QR code
Menus change — seasonal dishes, price updates, sold-out items. A static QR code locks the destination forever, so any change means reprinting every table tent and window sticker. A dynamic QR code points to a menu page you can edit anytime, so the printed code never goes stale.
How to create a QR code menu
- Put your menu online — a mobile-friendly page, a hosted PDF, or your ordering site.
- Create a dynamic QR in TNY pointing to that address.
- Download the QR as a PNG and print it on table tents, posters, or the door.
- When the menu changes, update the destination — every printed code follows.
Best practices for restaurants
- Make sure the menu page is fast and readable on a phone.
- Print the code large enough to scan from a seated distance, with good contrast.
- Always test-scan the printed version before it hits the tables.
- Serve it on a branded domain so diners see your name, not a generic shortener.
Frequently asked questions
How do I create a QR code menu for my restaurant?
Host your menu at a web address, create a dynamic QR code that points to it, then print the code on table tents or signage. With TNY this is free.
Can I update the menu without reprinting the QR code?
Yes, if it is a dynamic QR code. You change the destination (or the menu page it points to) and every printed code keeps working — no reprinting table tents.
Are QR code menus free?
On TNY, dynamic QR codes are free to create and edit, so a QR menu costs nothing beyond hosting your menu page.
What should a QR code menu link to?
A mobile-friendly menu page, a hosted PDF, or your ordering site. A web page is best because you can update prices and items instantly.
Can I see how many people scanned my menu?
Yes. A dynamic QR records scans, so you can see how many diners opened the menu and when.