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Bars and pubs are vibrant social hubs, catering to diverse crowds across counters, tabletops, entertainment patios, and event rooms. As customers seek faster service and personalized experiences, QR code ordering offers a game-changing solution to streamline operations and enhance guest satisfaction.

Convenience for Customers
QR code ordering lets bar and pub patrons access digital menus and place orders directly from their smartphones by scanning QR code signage placed on napkins, tabletops, counters, windows or walls. This self-service feature means no waiting for servers or bartenders to take orders, creating a seamless bar and pub experience. Whether enjoying a live band on the patio or mingling in an event room, guests can order and pay for drinks and appetizers on-demand, ensuring they never miss a moment of entertainment.

Boosting Efficiency for Staff
For bartenders and servers, QR code ordering alleviates the burden of juggling multiple orders during peak hours. Orders flow directly to the bar or kitchen – including printers and/or digital Kitchen Display System (KDS) screens, reducing errors and enabling staff to focus on crafting cocktails and delivering exceptional service. This system is especially valuable in event spaces or patios, where managing large groups often requires extra coordination.

Optimizing Order Turnover
In high-traffic areas like bars and pubs, fast order turnover is critical to maximizing revenue. QR code ordering enables patrons to re-order drinks, snacks, or entrees with a few taps, leading to quicker service and higher sales volumes. Additionally, features like suggested tips and multiple secure digital payment options encourage higher gratuities and minimize checkout delays.

Enhanced Customer Engagement
By integrating QR code menus with digital loyalty programs or promotions, bars and pubs can engage customers in new ways. Imagine a pub offering exclusive discounts during a trivia night or a patio bar promoting signature cocktails via QR code Promo Cards (smart digital offers). These incentives foster brand loyalty and drive repeat visits.

Flexibility Across Spaces
From counter seating to sprawling outdoor patios, QR code ordering adapts to any bar or pub layout. In event rooms, where guests often order in bulk, the technology ensures every request is handled efficiently. For tabletop service, QR codes empower customers to customize their experience while minimizing interruptions.

Minimal Investment, Maximum Impact
Implementing QR code ordering and payments requires minimal investment and training. QR codes can be printed and displayed on simple table tents, coasters, or posters, keeping costs minimal while delivering a modern, accessible tool. Plus, as a native Aldelo Express Masa+ solution, QR code ordering integrates seamlessly in the Aldelo Express POS operation, including kitchen display systems (KDS), kitchen printers, and back-office reports, ensuring real-time inventory updates, order tracking, and reporting.

Transform Your Bar and Pub with QR Code Ordering
Bars and pubs thrive on creating memorable experiences for their patrons. QR code ordering enhances this by delivering convenience, efficiency, and engagement across all areas—counters, tabletops, entertainment patios, and event rooms.
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Aldelo Express is a cloud point-of-sale system supporting restaurants, bars, and pubs with smart restaurant solutions including:

• QR code ordering and payments
• Handheld mobile POS terminals
• Credit card pre-authorization
• Bar tab search and recall by customer name
• Multi-Store Physical and/or digital Loyalty Rewards, Gift Cards, and more
• Fast opening of new tabs via credit card swipe, dip, or tap using supported EMV devices
• And more

​Learn more by contacting an Aldelo representative today at [email protected] or 925-621-2410

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​Restaurants that use ultra-competitive
Aldelo Pay or Aldelo Partner Merchant Services
obtain access to
a Centralized Multi-Store Restaurant Technology Platform
that includes Masa+ Online Ordering,
Unlimited Software Releases,
​Unlimited Software Upgrades, and 24/7 Technical Support!


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Please contact an Aldelo representative today for more details, 
including a free Aldelo Express POS demo trial

[email protected] | 877-639-8767 | [email protected]

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