Angle it toward the seat
A tent shape puts the code at a natural angle, so guests scan without picking it up or leaning in.
Where to use
A table tent that takes the order
Stand a QR code on the table and seated guests can open the menu, order, pay, grab the wifi or leave a review — without waving anyone down.
- Seated scan distance
- Menu to payment
- Editable content
Table tent QR size guide
Table tents are read by a seated guest, roughly 30 cm away. The rule of thumb: minimum size ≈ scan distance ÷ 10.
| Context | Minimum size | Scan distance |
|---|---|---|
| Standard table tent | 2.5 × 2.5 cm | up to ~30 cm |
| Large tent or centerpiece | 3 × 3 cm | up to ~40 cm |
| Counter or bar-top card | 2 × 2 cm | up to ~25 cm |
| Wall or window poster | 4 × 4 cm | up to ~1 m |
Note: Check it under your actual table lighting and with the laminate on — dim rooms and glossy finishes both make codes harder to catch.
Who it's for
Everything guests need, on the table
View the menu
Let guests browse an always-current menu with photos and allergens.
Order & pay
Take orders and payment from the table so turnover speeds up.
Share the wifi
Connect guests to wifi in a tap — no password on the wall.
Collect reviews
Turn a good meal into a rating before guests leave.
Promote specials
Feature today's specials or a loyalty signup you can change daily.
Take bookings
Point to reservations for the next visit or a private event.
Table tent QR code FAQ
How big should a QR code be on a table tent?
About 2.5 × 2.5 cm for a standard tent read from across the table, and 3 × 3 cm for a larger one. Counter cards can be a little smaller at 2 × 2 cm.
Should the menu open without an app?
Yes. A good menu QR code opens in the phone's browser — no app, no download. Guests scan and the menu appears.
Can I use one code for menu, wifi and reviews?
Keep it simple: one code, one job reads best. If you need several, use separate tents or a small landing page that links to each option.
Can I update the menu without reprinting the tents?
Yes, with a dynamic code. Change prices, swap dishes or run a special, and the same printed tent always shows the latest menu.
Will spills and glare stop it scanning?
They can. A matte laminate wipes clean and cuts reflections from overhead lights, keeping the code readable through a busy service.
Design for the real scanning moment
- Use separate labelled codes when menu, Wi-Fi and feedback are different tasks.
- Preserve the quiet zone around the code.
- Avoid decorative changes that reduce foreground/background contrast.
- Scan a production proof with more than one phone before approving the full run.
- Match the destination to the placement. Common choices include Restaurant menu, Wi-Fi, Feedback.
Put the whole table to work
Create a table tent QR code — sized for a seated guest, editable whenever the menu changes.