How to Grow Your Restaurant Online Orders Without App Commissions
13 Jun 2026 3 min read
Delivery apps take commissions that eat your margin. The fix? Build a direct ordering channel. Here’s how to grow online orders without commissions.
The commission problem
Commissions can take a large slice of each order, and the customer belongs to the app, not you.
Direct ordering: menu + WhatsApp
A digital menu with a WhatsApp order button lets customers order you directly — no commission. Start with the digital menu.
Turn followers into orders
Put the menu link in your bio and ask for the order in posts and stories.
Offers for direct orders
Give a small discount for ordering directly — see Restaurant Offers & Discounts Strategy.
Conclusion
Don’t rely on apps alone. Build your direct channel and keep your margin and your customer relationship.