Restaurant online ordering software compared
| System | Published price (CAD unless noted) | What to know |
|---|---|---|
| Chefzi | $35 / month | Flat fee, no commission per order. English and French ordering pages. Written by us. |
| iShopo | $99–$299 / month per location, $1,000 one-time setup | Canadian. Plans capped at 100 or 300 orders a month below the top tier. |
| Platovo | $79.99 / month | Ontario company. Card fees via Stripe at 2.9% + C$0.30. |
| MenuDirect | $59 / month for ordering, $299 setup | Flat monthly fee, plus $10 / month for card payments on that plan. |
| Waitery | $14 / month per location | Direct ordering page; marketplace sync add-on from $39 / month. |
| Square Online | Free plan; processing fee per sale | Best if you already use Square POS. |
| DoorDash Online Ordering | No monthly fee, no commission | Card processing applies; delivery via DoorDash Drive at $8.50. |
| Uber Eats Webshop | 2.9% order processing fee | Commission-free ordering site run by Uber Eats. |
| GloriaFood | Free | Shutting down: 30 April 2027 per GloriaFood (31 March 2027 per Oracle’s page). |
Sources
Prices are from each provider’s public pricing page, checked 27 October 2026. Taxes and card fees are extra unless stated. Prices change, so check before you decide.
How we compared
We used each provider’s public pricing page (checked 27 October 2026), did not accept payment for placement, and list Chefzi first because this is our site. We do not publish ratings or reviews we have not verified.
Which type of system fits you
| Type | Examples | Choose it if |
|---|---|---|
| Built into your POS | Square Online | You already run that POS |
| Run by a delivery app | DoorDash Online Ordering, Uber Eats Webshop | You want zero setup and accept the app’s ecosystem |
| Independent flat-fee | Chefzi, iShopo, Platovo, MenuDirect, Waitery | You want your own brand, data and a fixed cost |
| Free, ending | GloriaFood | Not for new setups: shutting down in 2027 |
Questions to ask in every demo
- What is the total monthly cost including card fees and add-ons?
- Is there an order cap or per-order fee?
- Can customers order in French?
- Who owns the customer data, and can I export it?
- How does delivery work, and what does it cost per order?
- Is there a contract or setup fee?
Free restaurant online ordering systems
Free options exist: Square Online has a free plan with per-sale processing fees, DoorDash Online Ordering has no monthly or commission fee. For other providers, such as Relayfy (relayfy.com), see their site. Each has trade-offs, such as ties to a POS, a marketplace or customer fees (checked 27 October 2026).
GloriaFood was the best-known free option, and it is closing. See GloriaFood alternatives.
How to choose the best system for your restaurant
- Count your monthly online orders: order caps and per-order fees change the real cost.
- If you already use Square or another POS, check its own ordering add-on first.
- Serving Quebec? You need a French ordering page, and in Quebec your certified MEV-WEB sales system must record the sales.
- Check who owns the customer list and whether you can export it.
- Ask about setup fees and contract length.
Chefzi pricing
- Cash and pickup: $17 CAD per location per month.
- Card payments: $35 CAD per location per month.
- Setup is free. Plans are month-to-month, with no commission per order. See pricing.
About this page
Reviewed by the Chefzi team. Last updated 27 October 2026. Learn about Chefzi or contact us.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best online ordering system for restaurants in Canada?
It depends on your POS, your order volume and whether you need French. Restaurants on Square often start with Square Online; restaurants that want a flat fee with no ties to a POS or marketplace choose a direct system such as Chefzi, iShopo or Platovo.
Is there a free restaurant online ordering system?
Free options exist: Square Online has a free plan with per-sale processing fees, DoorDash Online Ordering has no monthly or commission fee. For other providers, such as Relayfy (relayfy.com), see their site. Each has trade-offs, such as ties to a POS, a marketplace or customer fees (checked 27 October 2026).
What does restaurant online ordering software cost in Canada?
Published flat fees in the table run from $14 to $249 a month per location, plus card processing and sometimes a setup fee.
What is the best online ordering system for a small restaurant in Canada?
It depends on your POS and how you deliver. If you already run Square, Square Online is the simplest; for your own brand at a flat fee, compare the independent systems in the table.
Do online ordering systems charge per order?
Some do. Check for order caps, per-order fees and card processing in addition to the monthly price.