Custom Mobile Apps for Restaurants & Hospitality

Increase orders, streamline operations and boost customer loyalty with mobile solutions designed specifically for service businesses.

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The Next Generation of Mobile Apps is Here

Combining the latest in smartphone and web technology, we build apps that are highly discoverable

We drive more users to your app resulting in increased customer engagement, sales and repeat business.

One App. Every Device

Compatible on any desktop, tablet and mobile device.

No Download Required

Launch from a URL without downloading from the app stores.

Easy To Find

Increase visibility and get found on the search engines.

Always Up-To-Date

Your app is always accessed in its most recent version.

Understanding Next-Gen Mobile App Technology

What are Progressive Web Apps?

Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) combine the best of websites and mobile applications. These cutting-edge apps load like regular web pages but offer users functionality such as working offline, push notifications, and device hardware access traditionally available only to native applications.

For restaurant owners, PWAs eliminate the barriers of traditional apps - no complicated downloads, no app store approvals, and instant updates across all devices simultaneously.

How "No Download Required" Benefits Your Business

Traditional mobile apps face a significant hurdle: convincing users to download them. Studies show that the typical user only downloads 0-1 new apps per month, creating a massive barrier to adoption.

Our technology eliminates this friction point entirely. Customers simply click a link or scan a QR code to instantly access your app - no downloads, no waiting, no app store permissions. This results in:

  • 400% higher user acquisition rates compared to traditional apps
  • Significantly lower customer abandonment
  • Easier sharing and viral distribution
  • Immediate updates without requiring user action

Why "Always Up-To-Date" Matters

With traditional mobile apps, users must manually update their apps to get the latest version. The result? A fragmented user base with some customers seeing outdated menus, old promotions or missing features.

Our "Always Up-To-Date" technology ensures that every customer always sees the current version of your app, automatically. When you update your menu, add new features, or change your hours, the changes are instantly available to every user.

This creates a consistent brand experience, eliminates customer confusion, and ensures critical information like seasonal menus or holiday hours is always accurate across all customer touchpoints.

Powerful Features For Your Business

Engaging Multimedia

Integrate content that matters to your customers like music, videos and photos.

Digital Loyalty

Power your mobile app with our powerful technology partners and third party integrations.

Push Notifications

Reach more of your customers by promoting offers and events using FREE alerts.

Mobile Shopping

Make it simple for your customers to order your products or services at anytime.

Food Ordering

Allow your customers to order food directly from any smartphone device and increase your sales.

3rd Party Integrations

Power your mobile app with our powerful technology partners and third party integrations.

Ready to Elevate Your Restaurant's Digital Experience?

Our custom mobile apps help restaurants increase orders by an average of 30% while building stronger customer relationships.

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Mobile App Subscription Plans

Choose the right plan for your business needs with our flexible subscription options, designed to grow with you.

⭐ Essential App

Perfect for startups

£349 setup • £79/month

Best For:

Startups, takeaways, beauty salons, or anyone needing a quick and simple branded app.

Get your business into your customers' pockets with a clean, professional mobile app — fast. The Essential App gives you everything you need to launch a branded mobile presence without breaking the bank.

  • Branded app (iOS or Android)
  • Up to 3 screens
  • Push notifications
  • Contact form
  • App store submission
  • Monthly updates and hosting
  • Ongoing support (48-hour response)

A smarter, low-cost way to go mobile.

🟠 Growth App

For established businesses

£499 setup • £99/month

Best For:

Service-based businesses, salons, trades, and professionals ready to streamline bookings or orders.

Need more than a basic app? The Growth App is your next step. Add booking forms, digital loyalty cards, menus, or service listings — all tailored to your brand.

  • Up to 5+ screens using professionally designed templates
  • Features like menus, bookings, loyalty cards
  • Monthly hosting and updates
  • App store management included
  • No ownership required — fully managed service
  • Email support (24hr response)

Ideal for businesses that want a done-for-you app with low setup costs.

Most Popular

🟣 Premium App

For growing businesses

£749 setup • £129/month

Best For:

Retailers, coaches, content creators and entrepreneurs who need ecommerce, signups, and customer dashboards.

The Premium App takes things to another level with advanced features like ecommerce, lead capture, and client dashboards.

  • Ecommerce features (products, orders, payments)
  • Email signups and lead capture
  • Client dashboard for logged-in users
  • Access to all future upgrades
  • Push notifications & analytics
  • Ongoing support (priority response)
  • Hosting, updates, and store maintenance

The perfect blend of power, performance, and price.

🔵 Elite App

For businesses needing custom solutions

From £999 setup • From £149/month

Best For:

Businesses that need bespoke features, integrations, and advanced functionality.

If your business needs something specific — custom integrations, API connections, tailored dashboards — this is the plan for you.

  • Fully bespoke features
  • Integrations (CRMs, third-party tools, databases)
  • Advanced control panel or admin dashboard
  • Cross-platform available (iOS & Android)
  • Premium hosting, updates, testing
  • Dedicated support with fast turnaround
  • Strategy consultations and feature planning

Built around your business — not a template.

Custom Apps (Full Ownership)

For businesses that need complete control and ownership of their mobile application.

🔧 Foundation Build

Entry-level custom app

£1,499 one-time

Best For:

Small businesses and startups launching their first branded mobile app.

A streamlined, professionally designed app tailored to your business and brand with complete ownership from day one.

  • One platform (iOS or Android)
  • Up to 5 custom-built screens
  • Static content, contact forms, maps
  • Custom UI/UX design
  • Built from scratch — you fully own the app
  • App testing & submission
  • Email support (48hr response)
  • Minor post-launch updates

Ownership Details:

Simple, professional and fully owned by you.

🚀 Professional Build

Advanced functionality

£2,499 one-time

Best For:

Growing businesses needing more screens, richer interactivity, and custom features.

Designed to scale with your business, the Professional Build gives you more control and flexibility.

  • Custom app for one platform
  • Up to 15 screens with interactive functionality
  • Features like booking systems, forms, video, catalogues
  • Fully tailored UI/UX design
  • App analytics for tracking performance
  • Comprehensive testing and QA
  • Email support (24-hour response)
  • Minor updates included post-launch

Ownership Details:

A smart, scalable app tailored to your business goals, fully owned by you.

🔥 Custom Advanced Build

Enterprise-grade solution

From £8,999 one-time

Best For:

Ambitious brands needing a fully-featured, cross-platform app with backend integration.

The ultimate custom app solution — engineered for performance, scale, and full control.

  • Cross-platform app (iOS and Android)
  • Up to 20+ screens with advanced features
  • User login, push notifications, in-app purchases
  • Advanced UI/UX design with animations
  • Full backend/API integration
  • Deep analytics and user insights
  • Extensive testing and QA
  • Priority support (5-hour response SLA)

Ownership Details:

A premium solution for brands who need serious functionality and ownership.

Understanding App Development Options

Subscription-Based Apps

A subscription app is like leasing a fully-managed property rather than buying one outright. For a lower initial investment and ongoing monthly fee, we handle all the technical aspects of your app:

  • Design, development, and ongoing management
  • Regular system updates and security patches
  • Technical maintenance and hosting
  • App store management and compliance
  • Bug fixes and compatibility updates

Key Benefits:

  • Lower upfront investment
  • No technical expertise required
  • Always up-to-date with the latest technology
  • Predictable monthly cost for budgeting
  • Faster launch timeline (typical launch in 14 days)

Perfect for: Businesses without dedicated technical staff who want a professional mobile presence without the overhead of maintaining an app.

Custom Development (Full Ownership)

Custom development is like buying a property outright. You make a larger initial investment and gain complete ownership of the code, design, and functionality. This means:

  • You own the complete source code
  • Full control over every aspect of your app
  • Freedom to modify or extend your app with any developer
  • No ongoing subscription fees
  • Completely unique, tailored functionality

Ownership Responsibilities:

  • Arranging and paying for hosting and maintenance
  • Handling security updates and patches
  • Managing app store accounts and submissions
  • Updating for OS compatibility changes
  • Budgeting for future improvements and fixes

Perfect for: Businesses with specific technical requirements, those with in-house development teams, or organizations needing complete control of their digital assets.

Frequently Asked Questions About App Ownership

Who legally owns the app with each plan option?

Subscription Plans: We retain ownership of the codebase and platform, while you license the app for your business use. You always maintain 100% ownership of your content, data, and brand elements. Think of it like renting a customized shop space that you fill with your own products.

Custom Development: You receive full ownership of all code, design assets, and the complete application. Once delivered, it's yours to use, modify, or extend as you wish—similar to owning a property outright.

What happens to my app if I stop paying the monthly subscription?

If you cancel your subscription, we provide a 30-day notice period during which your app continues to function normally. During this time, we can export your customer and content data in standard formats for your records.

After the notice period, the app will be deactivated and removed from public access. There are no penalties for cancellation beyond the current month's subscription fee.

If you later decide to resume the service, we can typically restore your app within 48 hours, often with your previous data intact (depending on how long it's been since cancellation).

Can I switch from a subscription model to full ownership later?

Yes, we offer migration paths from subscription to ownership. If you decide you want full ownership after starting with a subscription plan, we can:

  1. Create a custom app that replicates your current functionality
  2. Migrate all your existing data and content
  3. Apply a portion of your past subscription payments as credit toward the custom development (typically 3-6 months worth)

The transition typically takes 4-6 weeks, during which time your existing app continues to operate normally.

Who owns my business's data in the app?

You maintain 100% ownership of all your business data at all times, regardless of which model you choose. This includes:

  • Customer information and profiles
  • Order history and transaction records
  • Menu items, services, and product listings
  • Business content, images, and marketing materials
  • Analytics and performance data

We never sell or share your data with third parties, and we provide export options so you can back up or transfer your information at any time.

Who's responsible for app store accounts and submissions?

Subscription Plans: We handle the entire app store process on your behalf. Your app will be published under our developer accounts, but fully branded to your business. We manage all submissions, updates, and compliance requirements.

Custom Development: You'll need your own Apple Developer and Google Play accounts (approximately £99/year for Apple and £25 one-time for Google). We can help you set these up and handle the initial submission process, but ongoing management will be your responsibility. For an additional fee, we can provide continued app store management services.

With both options, we guide you through providing the necessary information and assets required by the app stores.

What happens if I want to make changes to my app after launch?

Subscription Plans: Content updates (menu items, prices, images, text) are included in your subscription and can be made through the admin dashboard. Feature changes or additions are assessed based on scope:

  • Minor enhancements may be included in your subscription
  • Larger changes may require a one-time fee
  • Major new features might require upgrading to a higher subscription tier

Custom Development: After the initial delivery and included revisions, additional changes will require a new development quote. Depending on the complexity, these typically range from £250 for minor updates to £2,000+ for major new functionality.

We offer maintenance packages for custom apps that include a set number of update hours each month at reduced rates.

What You Need to Provide

To ensure your app project runs smoothly, please prepare the following assets and information before we begin.

Brand Assets

  • High-resolution logo (PNG or vector format)
  • Brand color codes (HEX or RGB values)
  • Fonts used in your branding (if specific ones are required)
  • Any existing brand guidelines

Menu/Service Information

  • Complete menu or service list with descriptions
  • Pricing information
  • Categories or groupings
  • Special offers or signature items

Visual Assets

  • Professional photos of your business interior/exterior
  • Food/product images (if applicable)
  • Team photos (optional)
  • Any promotional images you want to include

Business Information

  • Business hours and holiday schedules
  • Complete contact information
  • Physical address(es)
  • Social media profiles

Delivery/Service Details

  • Delivery zones or service areas
  • Delivery fees or minimum order requirements
  • Special delivery instructions or policies

Technical Requirements

  • Any existing systems requiring integration (POS, reservation systems, etc.)
  • Payment processing preferences
  • Staff members who will need admin access
  • Special functional requirements specific to your business

Your 14-Day App Development Journey

Our accelerated development process delivers custom mobile apps in just two weeks—significantly faster than industry standards.

  • 1

    Discovery & Requirements

    Days 1-2

    We'll discuss your business needs, target audience, and app objectives to create detailed specifications.

  • 2

    Design Approval

    Days 3-5

    You'll review and approve the app's visual design, user flow, and branding elements.

  • 3

    Development Phase

    Days 6-11

    Our development team builds your app with all specified features and functionality.

  • 4

    Testing & QA

    Days 12-13

    Rigorous testing across multiple devices ensures your app functions flawlessly.

  • 5

    App Store Submission

    Day 14

    We prepare and submit your app to relevant app stores or deploy for web access.

  • 6

    Launch & Training

    Day 14+

    We help you announce your app and train your team on the admin dashboard.

Ready to start your app development journey?

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Understanding App Maintenance

Maintaining a mobile app is like servicing a vehicle—regular attention ensures optimal performance and longevity.

Security Updates

Digital threats evolve constantly. Regular security updates patch vulnerabilities and keep your customers' data safe. Without them, your app becomes increasingly vulnerable to breaches.

OS Compatibility

Apple and Google release major OS updates annually. These often require compatibility adjustments to ensure your app continues working correctly on the latest devices.

Bug Fixes

Even thoroughly tested apps develop issues over time as they interact with other evolving systems. Ongoing monitoring and fixes ensure a smooth customer experience.

Server Management

Your app connects to servers that store data and enable functionality. These require monitoring, backups, and optimization to maintain performance as your user base grows.

Performance Optimization

As devices evolve and user expectations change, apps require performance tuning to maintain speed and responsiveness across different devices and connection types.

Content vs. Feature Updates

Content updates (menu changes, promotions) are simple. Feature updates add new functionality and require development expertise, testing, and often app store resubmission.

Why Maintenance Matters

Many businesses underestimate the importance of app maintenance until problems arise. An unmaintained app typically experiences:

Performance Degradation

Slowing load times, crashes, and inconsistent behavior that frustrate customers.

Security Vulnerabilities

Increased risk of data breaches and unauthorized access as new security threats emerge.

Compatibility Issues

Failures on newer device models and operating systems, limiting your audience.

Lost Revenue

Payment processing issues and order failures that directly impact your bottom line.

Reputational Damage

Poor reviews and word-of-mouth from customers experiencing problems.

Eventual Obsolescence

Complete failure requiring a costly rebuild from scratch rather than incremental updates.

With our subscription plans, all essential maintenance is included.

For custom apps, we offer affordable maintenance packages to protect your investment.

Mobile Apps for Hospitality & Beyond

Powerful Mobile Solutions for Service Businesses of All Types

Food & Beverage

  • Restaurants & Cafés
  • Food Trucks & Pop-ups
  • Bars & Pubs
  • Bakeries & Dessert Shops
  • Catering Services
  • Coffee Shops
  • Ghost Kitchens

Health & Beauty

  • Hair Salons & Barber Shops
  • Spas & Wellness Centers
  • Dental Practices
  • Fitness Studios
  • Massage Therapists
  • Skincare Clinics
  • Nutritionists

Retail & Services

  • Boutique Shops
  • Professional Services
  • Home Services
  • Pet Care Providers
  • Tutoring & Education
  • Event Planners
  • Local Artisans

Industry-Specific Benefits

For Restaurants

  • Streamlined Ordering: Reduces staff workload by 35%, allowing your team to focus on food quality and customer experience
  • Digital Loyalty Program: Increases return visits by 40% through automated points, rewards, and personalized offers
  • Push Notifications: Boost slow periods with targeted promotions that have a 25% higher open rate than email marketing
  • Detailed Analytics: Gain insights into your most popular dishes, peak ordering times, and customer preferences
  • Table Management: Reduce waiting times and optimize seating capacity with digital reservations

Our restaurant clients typically see a 28% increase in average order value when customers order through their branded app.

For Health & Beauty

  • Online Booking: Reduces no-shows by 45% with automated reminders and easy rescheduling
  • Client Profiles: Ensure personalized service with digital notes on preferences and history
  • Automated Reminders: Fill last-minute cancellations by alerting waitlisted clients
  • Product Showcasing: Increase retail sales by highlighting recommended products based on services
  • Package Management: Make it easy for clients to track and redeem prepaid service packages

Salons and spas using our apps report a 32% increase in appointment bookings and a 24% boost in retail product sales.

For Retail & Services

  • Mobile Catalogs: Expand your customer reach beyond physical store hours and location
  • Click-and-Collect Options: Increase average sale value by 15% compared to in-store purchases
  • Digital Loyalty Programs: Build repeat business through points, tiers, and exclusive offers
  • Appointment Scheduling: Streamline service bookings and reduce scheduling phone calls by 60%
  • Real-time Inventory: Show customers exactly what's available to prevent disappointment

Retail businesses using our apps have experienced a 22% increase in repeat purchase frequency and a 17% higher customer lifetime value.

While we've built our expertise serving the unique needs of hospitality businesses, our powerful app platform is designed to help any service business thrive in the digital age. Our foundation in the demanding, fast-paced restaurant environment means we understand what it takes to create apps that perform under pressure, delight customers, and drive real business results—skills that benefit any client we serve.

Whether you're a busy restaurant, growing salon, dental practice, or retail shop, our team brings the same attention to detail, industry knowledge, and technical excellence to your project. We speak your language and understand your challenges, creating custom digital solutions that feel like they were built specifically for your industry—because they were.

Features That Adapt to Your Industry

The same powerful features of our app platform can be customized to serve different industries in unique ways. Here's how our core functionality adapts to various businesses:

Appointment Booking

For Restaurants

Table reservations with special request handling, party size management, and automatic confirmation messages.

For Barbers/Salons

Chair bookings with preferred stylist selection, service duration planning, and appointment reminders.

For Dentists

Treatment scheduling with integrated medical forms, insurance verification, and procedure-specific timing blocks.

Customer Loyalty

For Restaurants

Points per order, free item rewards, birthday offers, and VIP access to special events or menu items.

For Barbers/Salons

Visit frequency rewards, referral bonuses, service variety incentives, and product purchase points.

For Dentists

Preventive care incentives, family bonuses, referral rewards, and early-booking discounts for routine checkups.

Notification System

For Restaurants

Daily specials, happy hour alerts, reservation reminders, and limited-time menu items or seasonal offerings.

For Barbers/Salons

Haircut reminders, new stylist announcements, product restocks, and last-minute appointment openings.

For Dentists

Check-up reminders, oral care tips, insurance benefit deadlines, and special procedure offers.

Success Stories Across Industries

Barista with iPad POS system

How The Corner Bistro Increased Orders by 42% with Their Custom App

When Alex Chen, owner of The Corner Bistro, approached us, his restaurant was struggling with phone orders consuming staff time and reducing table service quality. Within 30 days of launching their custom app:

  • 42% increase in total order volume, with no additional staffing
  • 68% of phone orders successfully migrated to the app
  • Average order value increased by £7.30 through automated upselling
  • Customer data collection grew from 5% of customers to 63%
  • Staff reported 85% reduction in order-taking interruptions

"The app has transformed our business," says Alex. "Not only are we processing more orders with the same staff, but we're building valuable customer relationships through the loyalty program. The ROI was evident within the first month."

The app's success hinged on several key features:

  • Customizable ordering system that accurately captured special requests
  • Integrated loyalty program offering 10% back in points
  • Geofenced push notifications targeting customers near the restaurant
  • One-click reordering of favorite meals
Professional man in suit

Appointment Bookings Made Simple for Classic Cuts

Classic Cuts barbershop was losing customers to competitors with online booking systems. Within two months of launching their custom app:

  • Reduced no-shows by 63% with automated reminders
  • Filled 85% of last-minute cancellations through waiting list notifications
  • Increased advance bookings by 47%

"Our clients love being able to book anytime, and our stylists appreciate starting each day with a full, reliable schedule." - David Rodriguez, Owner

Professional woman with gray curly hair

How Bright Smile Dental Reduced No-Shows by 37%

Bright Smile Dental Practice was struggling with costly appointment no-shows and last-minute cancellations. Their custom app solution delivered:

  • 37% reduction in missed appointments
  • 42% increase in preventive care scheduling
  • 68% of patients completing pre-appointment forms digitally

"The app has streamlined our entire patient communication process while significantly reducing empty chair time." - Dr. Sarah Chen

What Our Clients Say

Female café worker

"Working with Epicurean Digital was the best business decision we've made this year. Our app has completely transformed how we handle orders. We've reduced phone order errors by 95%, increased our average ticket size by 28%, and customers love the loyalty program. The team understood our restaurant's unique needs from day one and delivered an app that looks and feels like an extension of our brand."

Emma Peterson

Owner, The Garden Table Café

Woman working on laptop

"Our salon's appointment scheduling was a mess before we got our custom app. Now we've eliminated double-bookings, increased our client retention by 40%, and our stylists love having client preferences at their fingertips. The team made the entire development process simple and stress-free."

Michael Torres

Owner, Style Studio

Café worker with tablet

"As a small boutique, we didn't think we could afford a custom app. Epicurean Digital proved us wrong by delivering an affordable solution that has increased our repeat customers by 35% through the loyalty program alone. The curbside pickup feature has been a game-changer for our busy customers."

Fatima Khan

Owner, Urban Bloom Boutique

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