The real cost of third-party ordering apps
Every $30 order on a major delivery app costs a Sacramento restaurant $6–$9 in commission before food cost. Ten orders a day is $18,000+ a year — enough to hire a part-time host, or fund a full year of a $79/month website with online ordering built in.
Why your own ordering page ranks better on Google too
Google rewards restaurants that let diners take action directly. A branded "Order Online" button on your own site strengthens your local rankings and signals to search engines that you're a real, operational business — not just another listing.
How to switch without breaking your current flow
You don't have to leave DoorDash or Uber Eats on day one. Add direct ordering as your primary channel, promote it with table cards and receipts, and watch loyal regulars migrate on their own. Most Sacramento restaurants that go this route see 40–60% of orders shift within 90 days.
Questions Sacramento restaurant owners ask
Do I need a POS integration?+
No. HaliWeb online ordering can run standalone (tickets to your kitchen printer or tablet) or integrate with popular POS systems.
How do payouts work?+
Card orders go through Stripe and deposit into your bank in 2 business days. HaliWeb takes 0% commission.
Can I offer pickup only?+
Yes. Pickup, delivery, or both — set your own hours, radius, and lead times per service.