Place a QR code on every table and let customers leave feedback in under 30 seconds. No app downloads, no paper forms, no follow-up emails. Just scan and rate.
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How was your meal today?
of diners will scan a QR code when asked
faster than paper comment cards
average time to complete a QR survey
Paper cards get lost. Email surveys arrive too late. QR codes capture honest reactions the moment they happen.
Diners point their camera, tap, and rate. The entire workflow takes under 30 seconds with zero friction. No logins, no app downloads, no typing a URL.
Generate a unique QR code for every table, section, or server. When a response arrives you know exactly where it came from, so you can pinpoint problems fast.
Get notified the instant a diner submits a low rating. A manager can approach the table or follow up before the guest leaves, turning complaints into loyalty.
PollQR's AI reads every open-ended comment and surfaces themes like "slow service on weekends" or "love the new pasta dish" so you can act on trends, not just individual reviews.
Running multiple restaurants? Manage QR surveys for every location from a single dashboard. Compare scores across sites and share best practices.
Every modern smartphone reads QR codes through its built-in camera. Diners open the survey in their mobile browser instantly. Nothing to install, nothing to sign up for.
Strategic placement is the single biggest driver of response rates. Here are the six most effective spots in any restaurant.
The highest-performing placement. Diners see the code throughout their meal and can scan after dessert or while waiting for the check.
Print a QR code at the bottom of every receipt. Ideal for takeout and delivery orders where there is no table to place a tent on.
Slip a small card into the menu with a QR code and a line like "Tell us how we're doing." Diners notice it while browsing and scan after their meal.
A framed QR code near the mirror or on the stall door catches diners in a quiet moment. Surprisingly high scan rates because there are few distractions.
Stick a QR code label on every takeout bag. Customers scan at home while the food is still warm and their impressions are fresh.
Display a QR code on your TV or digital signage. Easy to update remotely and can rotate between promotions and feedback requests.
Keep it short. Diners are standing up or paying the check. The best QR surveys have 3-5 questions that take under a minute.
"How would you rate your visit today?" (1-5 stars)
"How likely are you to recommend us to a friend?" (0-10 NPS scale)
"Anything else you'd like to share?"
"How was the taste and presentation of your food?" Quick star rating isolates kitchen performance.
"How was the wait for your food?" Identifies bottlenecks during peak hours without guesswork.
"How was your server today?" Pair with table-specific QR codes to attribute feedback to individual staff.
"How clean was the restaurant?" Covers tables, restrooms, and overall environment.
"Did you feel the price matched the experience?" Crucial before any menu price changes.
"How was the ambiance?" Covers noise level, lighting, and comfort so you can fine-tune the vibe.
A diner points their phone camera at a QR code placed on the table, receipt, or menu. Their browser opens a short survey where they tap a star rating, optionally leave a comment, and hit submit. The whole process takes about 30 seconds and requires no app download.
Table tents are the highest-performing placement because diners see them throughout the meal. Receipt-printed codes work well for takeout, restroom displays capture feedback while diners have a quiet moment, and menu inserts catch attention during ordering.
No. Every modern smartphone camera can read QR codes natively. Diners simply point their camera at the code and tap the notification to open the survey in their mobile browser. Nothing to install, nothing to sign up for.
Yes. PollQR lets you generate unique QR codes for each table, section, or server. When a response comes in, you can see exactly which code it came from, making it easy to pinpoint issues or reward top-performing staff.
Instantly. As soon as a diner submits their response, it appears in your PollQR dashboard. You can also enable real-time alerts via email or webhook so a manager is notified the moment a low rating is submitted.
Most smartphones manufactured after 2018 scan QR codes automatically through the default camera app. You can add a short instruction line on the table tent such as "Point your phone camera here." Staff can also offer a quick demonstration when presenting the check.
Create your first QR code survey in under two minutes. Print it, place it on a table, and start collecting feedback tonight.
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