Restaurant Host Chatbot Starter Kit
Answer the phone less, serve guests more. This template handles reservation bookings, menu questions, allergen and dietary inquiries, hours and location info, and special event promotions β giving your front-of-house staff more time for the guests who are already in the door.
What's Included
Everything you need to get started, pre-configured and ready to customize.
- Interactive menu browsing with dietary filters
- Table reservation booking with party size and time
- Allergen and dietary restriction information lookup
- Business hours, location, and parking directions
- Special events and promotions announcements
- Waitlist management for walk-in guests
Best For
This template is designed for teams and businesses like these.
Restaurants
Full-service restaurants that receive constant calls about reservations, menu items, and hours. Free up the phone line and the host stand.
Fast-Casual Chains
Multi-location fast-casual brands that need consistent answers across all locations for menu items, allergens, hours, and ordering.
Catering Businesses
Catering companies that handle event inquiries, menu customization questions, and booking requests through their website.
Template Features
Key capabilities included in this starter kit.
- Full menu display with photos, descriptions, and prices
- Dietary and allergen filtering (vegan, gluten-free, nut-free, etc.)
- Reservation system with party size, date, and time selection
- Multi-location support with per-location hours and menus
- Special event calendar and promotion announcements
- Waitlist sign-up with estimated wait time
- Delivery and takeout order information and links
- Seasonal menu updates with automatic content refresh
How to Customize
Adapt this template to your business in four simple steps.
Upload Your Menu
Add your menu items with descriptions, prices, photos, and allergen tags. Organize by category (appetizers, mains, desserts) so visitors can browse naturally.
Configure Reservations
Set your table availability, party size limits, and booking windows. Connect to your reservation system or use Chatloom as a lightweight booking tool.
Add Location Details
Enter hours, address, parking info, and directions for each location. The bot answers these common questions instantly, reducing phone calls.
Set Up Special Events
Add upcoming events, seasonal menus, and promotions. The bot highlights these to engaged visitors and answers event-specific questions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Can the bot handle allergen questions accurately?
- Yes, when your menu data includes allergen tags. The bot filters menu items by dietary restrictions and clearly states which dishes contain specific allergens. Always keep your allergen data up to date.
- Does it replace our reservation system?
- It works alongside your existing system. The bot can send booking requests to OpenTable, Resy, or your in-house system via webhook. It can also function as a simple booking tool for smaller restaurants.
- Can it handle multiple restaurant locations?
- Yes. Configure separate menus, hours, and availability per location. The bot asks which location the visitor is interested in and shows the right information.
- How does the waitlist feature work?
- Walk-in guests can join the waitlist through the bot by providing their name, party size, and phone number. They receive an estimated wait time and a notification when their table is ready.
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