Adding your menu to your profile is a great way to showcase your dishes and attract more diners by making it easy for them to see if your menu suits their tastes and preferences.
How to Add and Update a Menu URL
Here's a step-by-step guide on how to add and update your menu link.
Log In: Log in to ATDW
Profiles: In the main menu, select 'PROFILES'
Find Profile: Find the relevant profile and click the corresponding ‘UPDATE’ button.
Menu URL: In the sub menu, select ' Menu URL'.
Update as needed: In the 'Main Menu URL' section, add your Main Menu link. For example: www.yourrestaurant.com/menu
Submit for Review: Once complete, check your Profile Summary and then submit your profile for review. This step is crucial to ensure that your profile is reviewed, approved, and published, making your updated information visible to potential customers.
Why add a menu URL?
There are several important reasons to add your menu to your profile:
Gives customers easy access: A menu URL allows potential customers to quickly view your offerings and decide if your venue fits their preferences.
Improves SEO: Adding a menu helps your profile rank higher in search results when customers are looking for specific dishes or cuisines, making your business easier to find online.
Enhances customer experience: Providing a menu link ensures customers arrive informed, ready to order, and enjoy their dining experience.
Showcases special offerings: A menu URL gives you the opportunity to highlight unique dishes, seasonal specials, or dietary options, attracting a wider range of customers.
Reduces enquiries: Having your menu available online helps answer common questions about pricing, dietary options, and offerings, saving time for both you and potential customers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What if my menu isn't available online?
If you're menu is not available online, there are several online platforms that allow businesses to add and showcase their menus. Once you've added your menu to one of the following popular options, you can add your new URL to your Profile.
Google Business Profile: You can upload your menu directly to your Google Business Profile, making it easily accessible on Google Search and Maps.
Facebook: Facebook Business Pages allow restaurants and food establishments to upload their menus in the 'Menu' section, giving followers direct access to your offerings.
Instagram: While not specifically designed for menus, many businesses use Instagram to showcase dishes and link to an online menu via their bio or stories.
Zomato: A restaurant discovery platform where you can upload your menu and engage with a large audience of food enthusiasts.
TripAdvisor: If your business is listed on TripAdvisor, you can add your menu to your profile, helping visitors plan their dining experience.
OpenTable: For restaurants that take bookings through OpenTable, you can upload your menu, giving potential diners a full view of your offerings before making a reservation.
Can I add a Specials Menu too?
You can only add your main menu to your profile, but you can use your description to highlight any seasonal specials or unique dishes. For example, let customers know about your winter warming soups, summer seafood platters, or daily chef’s specials. This way, potential visitors will still be aware of your rotating offerings and have a reason to check back for new dishes when they visit.
What if my menu changes often?
If your menu changes often, this gives you even more reason to log in and review your profile regularly to keep everything up to date. Regularly updating your menu helps ensure customers always know what to expect.
Alternatively, you can add a note in your description letting customers know that your menu changes frequently. This way, you keep your profile accurate without needing to update it so often.
For example:
The menu changes regularly to showcase the freshest seasonal ingredients. Guests are encouraged to visit the website or contact the restaurant directly for the latest menu options.