Knowd Digital

Hospitality & Cafes

Digital solutions for NZ hospitality businesses

You're managing tables, staff, suppliers, and customers—your website should work as hard as you do. We build beautiful, fast websites and digital tools specifically for cafes, restaurants, food trucks, and catering businesses across New Zealand.

From showcasing your menu to taking online orders, we've got transparent, affordable solutions that help you attract more customers and build your reputation.

We understand hospitality challenges

We've worked with cafes, restaurants, and food businesses across NZ. Here's what we hear most—and how we've solved it.

"Our website doesn't show how good our food actually is"

Generic templates can't capture your vibe. Customers can't see the care you put into presentation or atmosphere.

→ Beautiful galleries optimised for food photography.

"People call asking about our menu—it's not online"

Your menu changes seasonally, and keeping a PDF updated is painful. Customers want to browse before visiting.

→ Easy-to-update digital menus with categories and dietary tags.

"We need online ordering but can't afford $5k for Shopify"

You want to offer takeaway ordering online, but platform fees and setup costs are prohibitive.

→ Shopify Light setup from $799—perfect for small menus.

Solutions for hospitality businesses

Fixed pricing. Fast delivery. Built for cafes, restaurants, and food businesses.

Fast One-Pager

Beautiful website in 3-7 days

$349

+ GST

Stunning one-page website optimised for hospitality. Showcase your menu, atmosphere, and location. Mobile-first design that loads instantly. Perfect for cafes and small restaurants.

  • ✓ Menu integration (easy to update)
  • ✓ Food photography gallery
  • ✓ Location & hours display
  • ✓ Table booking button
  • ✓ Instagram feed integration
  • ✓ Google Maps & directions
Learn more about Fast One-Pager →

Shopify Light

Online ordering for takeaway & delivery

$799

+ GST

Accept online orders for takeaway or delivery. Lightning-fast store with up to 5 menu items (or item categories). Perfect for cafes, food trucks, and small restaurants. Includes payment processing and order management.

  • ✓ Up to 5 products/categories
  • ✓ Online payment (card, Apple Pay, Google Pay)
  • ✓ Order notifications (email & SMS)
  • ✓ Dietary tags & descriptions
  • ✓ Mobile-optimised ordering
  • ✓ Pickup/delivery options
Learn more about Shopify Light →

Google Workspace Newsletter

Keep your regulars coming back

$399

+ GST

Build a mailing list and send regular updates about new menu items, events, and specials. Uses your existing Google Workspace—no expensive email marketing subscriptions needed.

  • ✓ Newsletter signup on website
  • ✓ Subscriber database (Google Sheets)
  • ✓ Email template design
  • ✓ Mail merge automation
  • ✓ No monthly subscription costs
  • ✓ Easy to manage yourself
Learn more about Newsletter Setup →

Features built for hospitality

Every website includes features we know work for cafes, restaurants, and food businesses.

Beautiful food galleries

Optimised image display that makes your food look incredible on any device. Fast loading without sacrificing quality.

Easy menu updates

Seasonal menu changes? New specials? Update your menu yourself in minutes, or we'll do it for you with a light retainer.

Dietary & allergen tags

Clearly label vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and other dietary options. Helps customers find what they can eat quickly.

Location & opening hours

Prominent display of location, directions, parking info, and opening hours. Update hours for public holidays easily.

Event promotion

Promote live music, special dinners, wine tastings, and events. Drive bookings and repeat visits.

Review integration

Display your Google Reviews and Facebook recommendations. Build trust with social proof from happy customers.

Why hospitality businesses choose Knowd

We get hospitality

We know you're busy. Solutions are designed to be low-maintenance—set them up once, they work forever. Optional support when you need it.

Mobile-first design

Most customers will find you on their phones whilst they're out and hungry. Every pixel is optimised for mobile browsing and one-tap actions.

Affordable upfront pricing

No ongoing platform fees eating into your margins. Pay once, use forever. Optional retainers for ongoing updates and support.

Drive more bookings

Fast websites, beautiful presentation, and clear calls-to-action convert browsers into diners. We've seen cafes double their online bookings.

Local NZ support

We're based in New Zealand, understand NZ hospitality, and respond during local business hours. Real people, not chatbots.

Built to grow with you

Start with a one-pager, add online ordering later, then email marketing. Every solution is designed to expand as your business grows.

Common questions from hospitality businesses

Can I update the menu myself?

Knowd isn’t a DIY website builder—you won’t be dragging and dropping content. You simply send us your updated dishes, prices, or promos and we turn that into polished digital assets, then publish them across your site. Unlimited menu and promo updates are included with our Knowd Access retainer ($29/month).

Can you integrate with our table booking system?

Absolutely. We integrate with popular booking platforms (OpenTable, Resy, or simpler tools like Cal.com). Or we can set up a custom booking flow specifically for your restaurant.

What about online ordering—do I need Uber Eats?

Not necessarily. Our Shopify Light setup lets you take orders directly on your website—no commission to delivery platforms. You keep 100% of the order value. Great for pickup and local delivery.

Will it show up on Google?

Yes. Every website includes basic SEO and Google Business Profile setup. For serious local visibility (ranking for "cafe [your suburb]"), add our SEO Foundation Setup ($899).

Can you help with photography?

We can optimise and display your existing photos beautifully. For professional food photography, we can recommend trusted NZ photographers or you can provide your own images—many cafes already have great shots from Instagram.

Ready to attract more customers?

Join NZ cafes and restaurants who've modernised their digital presence and are seeing more bookings, orders, and repeat customers. Start with a micro service or talk to us about your vision.