QR Codes for Restaurant Menus — Best Practices & Free Generator

Last updated: November 5, 2025 · 5 min read

Menu QR codes speed up ordering, cut printing costs, and keep content updated. With QRBuilder.tech you can link to a PDF, Google Drive menu, or your website’s menu page — no watermark, no signup.

How to make a menu QR

1. Upload your menu PDF (Google Drive / your website) and copy the public link.
2. Open QRBuilder → choose URL / Link and paste the menu link.
3. Set error correction to H for better print resilience. Pick high contrast colors.
4. Download PNG (fast) or SVG (for print designers).

Print size & placement

• Table toppers: at least 1.5 × 1.5 in with “Scan for menu.”
• Posters/entrances: 3 × 3 in or larger; eye level ~1–1.4 m.
• Keep a quiet zone (white space) around the code — don’t crowd it with text.

Avoid common issues

• Don’t use low-contrast colors (e.g., pale gray on beige).
• Don’t upload a huge PDF (slow on mobile). Compress to <2–3MB.
• Always test with multiple phones before printing.

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