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Reservations

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Reservation systems help restaurants manage bookings, reduce no-shows, and optimise table turnover. Compare platforms like OpenTable, Resy.

💡Quick Tips for Reservations

✓Calculate the true cost per cover including commissions and fees
✓Use automated reminders to reduce no-shows by up to 50%
✓Consider free or low-cost alternatives to expensive platforms
✓Track booking sources to understand which channels work best

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01/02/2026•17 min read

7 Best OpenTable Alternatives UK for Restaurants (2026)

You're paying per cover. Every single booking costs you money. That table of two spending thirty quid? You're charged. The anniversary dinner spending three hundred? Charged again. After a busy Saturd...

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OpenTable vs Resy: Which UK Restaurants Should Use

You have three browser tabs open, one spreadsheet half-filled with numbers, and you still can not figure out whether OpenTable or Resy makes sense for your restaurant. Your feet hurt after a 12-hour s...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which reservation system is best for UK restaurants?

It depends on your needs. OpenTable offers exposure but charges per cover. ResDiary is popular in the UK with flat monthly fees. Smaller restaurants may prefer free options like Google Reserve.

How can I reduce no-shows?

Use automated SMS/email reminders, take card details for large bookings, implement cancellation policies, and consider small deposits for peak times. Good systems reduce no-shows by 30-50%.

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