Are you making any of these Top 8 Restaurant Menu Design Mistakes

When was the last time you gave your menu a serious look—not just the food, but the way it’s written, priced, and designed?

At HotOperator®, we’ve reviewed thousands of menus. And we’ve noticed that most restaurant operators—even successful ones—make a few costly mistakes without realizing it.

To help, we put together a fast, visual guide to the Top 8 Restaurant Menu Design Mistakes and how to fix them:

Using guesswork instead of data
Teaching guests to shop by price
Using dollar signs that scream “you’re spending money!”
Not offering clear, persuasive advice
Having order-takers instead of sales pros
Leaving pennies (and profits) on the table
Missing your brand voice entirely
Off brand design…

These are common mistakes, but they’re easy to fix—if you know what to look for. If your menu isn’t performing like it should, let’s talk. One small change could make a big impact.

📞 Call us at (800) 316-3198 or visit HotOperator.com to learn more.