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Commission-Free Online Ordering

Stop paying 15-30% to delivery apps. Get your own online ordering system with zero commission on every order. Keep 100% of your revenue.

8 min read

Updated Jan 1, 2026

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Table of Contents
  • What Is Commission-Free Online Ordering?

  • RestauNax Commission-Free Ordering

  • Key Features of Our Ordering System

  • Delivery Integration Options

  • Getting Started

  • Why Restaurants Are Switching

TL;DR - Quick Summary

RestauNax offers truly commission-free online ordering for restaurants. Unlike DoorDash (15-30% commission) or other platforms with hidden fees, you pay one flat monthly rate and keep 100% of every order. Includes custom website, mobile app, loyalty program, and marketing tools.

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What Is Commission-Free Online Ordering?

Commission-free online ordering means exactly what it sounds like: you pay zero commission on every order that comes through your online ordering system.

How It Works:

| Traditional Apps | Commission-Free | |-----------------|-----------------| | Pay 15-30% per order | Pay $0 per order | | $7.50 on a $30 order | $0 on a $30 order | | Fees increase with volume | Costs stay flat | | Revenue goes to app | Revenue stays with you |

The Difference Over Time:

For a restaurant doing $15,000/month in online orders:

  • DoorDash (25% commission): $3,750/month in fees = $45,000/year
  • Commission-free platform: ~$150/month = $1,800/year
  • Your annual savings: $43,200

Commission-free ordering means you pay a flat monthly subscription for the technology, but every dollar your customers spend goes directly to you (minus standard payment processing).

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RestauNax Commission-Free Ordering

RestauNax provides a complete commission-free ordering solution designed specifically for restaurants.

What's Included:

1. Custom Restaurant Website

  • Professional, mobile-optimized design
  • SEO-optimized to rank on Google
  • Built-in online ordering
  • Your branding, your domain

2. Branded Mobile App

  • Your restaurant in the App Store & Google Play
  • Push notifications for marketing
  • Loyalty integration
  • Customers order with one tap

3. Online Ordering System

  • Menu management
  • Order customization
  • Real-time order tracking
  • Multiple payment options

4. Loyalty Program

  • Points-based rewards
  • VIP tiers
  • Birthday rewards
  • Referral program

5. Marketing Tools

  • Email marketing automation
  • SMS campaigns
  • Promotional tools
  • Customer analytics

Pricing:

  • Flat monthly fee starting at $99
  • Zero commission on all orders
  • No hidden fees
  • No long-term contracts

Complete Pricing Comparison

How RestauNax compares to alternatives:

Third-Party Delivery Apps

| Platform | Commission | Monthly Orders | Monthly Cost | |----------|------------|----------------|--------------| | DoorDash | 15-30% | 500 ($30 avg) | $2,250-4,500 | | UberEats | 15-30% | 500 ($30 avg) | $2,250-4,500 | | Grubhub | 15-34% | 500 ($30 avg) | $2,250-5,100 |

Commission-Free Platforms

| Platform | Monthly Fee | Commission | Total Cost | |----------|-------------|------------|------------| | RestauNax | $99-299 | 0% | $99-299 | | ChowNow | $150-300 | 0% | $150-300 | | BentoBox | $99-199 | 0% | $99-199 |

Why RestauNax Offers the Best Value:

  • Complete solution (website + app + loyalty + marketing)
  • No POS system required
  • Dedicated onboarding and support
  • More features at comparable price
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Key Features of Our Ordering System

Our commission-free ordering system includes everything you need:

Order Management

  • Real-time dashboard: See all orders as they come in
  • Order notifications: Email, SMS, and push alerts
  • Printer integration: Auto-print tickets to kitchen
  • POS integration: Connect with Toast, Square, Clover, and more
  • Order history: Full record of all orders

Menu Management

  • Easy menu editor: Update items, prices, photos anytime
  • Modifiers & options: Sizes, toppings, special requests
  • Menu scheduling: Different menus for different times
  • 86'd items: Mark items unavailable instantly
  • Combo deals: Create meal combos and specials

Customer Experience

  • Mobile-optimized: Perfect on any device
  • Guest checkout: No account required
  • Saved preferences: Returning customers checkout faster
  • Order tracking: Real-time status updates
  • Multiple payment methods: Cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay

Business Tools

  • Analytics dashboard: Sales, popular items, peak hours
  • Customer database: Build your own customer list
  • Export reports: Download data for accounting
  • Multi-location: Manage multiple restaurants
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Delivery Integration Options

Commission-free ordering doesn't mean you can't offer delivery. Here's how it works:

Option 1: Pickup Only

  • Customers order and pick up
  • Zero delivery costs
  • Simplest option

Option 2: In-House Delivery

  • Hire your own drivers
  • Full control over experience
  • Most economical at scale

Option 3: Delivery-as-a-Service

  • Use Uber Direct or DoorDash Drive
  • Flat fee per delivery ($6-10)
  • No commission on order value
  • We integrate with these services

How Delivery-as-a-Service Works:

  1. Customer orders through YOUR website
  2. Order goes to your kitchen
  3. You request a driver (automated or manual)
  4. Driver picks up and delivers
  5. You pay flat fee per delivery

Cost Example:

  • Order value: $30
  • Traditional DoorDash: $7.50 (25%)
  • DoorDash Drive: $6.50 (flat fee)
  • You save: $1.00 per order + own the customer

The real value isn't just the per-order savings—it's that you keep the customer relationship, build your database, and can market to them directly.

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Getting Started

Ready to switch to commission-free ordering? Here's what to expect:

Week 1: Setup

  • Sign up and schedule onboarding call
  • Our team uploads your menu
  • We configure your website and ordering
  • You review and provide feedback

Week 2: Launch

  • Final testing and adjustments
  • Staff training session
  • Soft launch with select customers
  • Full launch and announcement

What We Handle:

  • All technical setup
  • Menu import and formatting
  • Payment processing configuration
  • Delivery integration (if needed)
  • Staff training

What You Provide:

  • Menu information and photos
  • Business details and hours
  • Branding preferences
  • Feedback during setup

Ongoing Support:

  • 24/7 technical support
  • Regular platform updates
  • Marketing best practices
  • Dedicated account manager

No Risk:

  • No long-term contracts
  • Cancel anytime
  • 30-day money-back guarantee
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Why Restaurants Are Switching

Thousands of restaurants are making the switch to commission-free ordering. Here's why:

1. Keep More Revenue Simple math: 0% is better than 25-30%. Every dollar saved on commission is a dollar of profit.

2. Own Your Customer Data With delivery apps, customers belong to the app. With your own system, you build a customer database you can market to directly.

3. Build Your Brand Your website. Your app. Your branding. Customers remember YOU, not the app.

4. Control the Experience Set your own policies, pricing, and promotions. No app telling you what to do.

5. Marketing Freedom Run promotions without paying extra fees. Build loyalty programs. Send email campaigns. It's all included.

6. Better Customer Relationships Handle issues directly. Offer personalized service. Build genuine loyalty.

What Restaurants Say:

"Switching to RestauNax was the best business decision we made in 2025. We're keeping an extra $4,000/month that used to go to DoorDash." — Pizza restaurant owner, Texas

"The mobile app has been a game-changer. Our regular customers love it, and we've seen a 40% increase in repeat orders." — Thai restaurant owner, California

"I wish I had done this sooner. Setup was easy, support is great, and we're actually making money on delivery now." — Mexican restaurant owner, Florida

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it really 0% commission?

Yes. RestauNax charges a flat monthly subscription fee. There is no commission, percentage, or per-order fee on any orders. Standard payment processing fees (typically 2.9% + $0.30) apply, but these are the same fees you'd pay with any payment processor.

What does the monthly fee include?

Your monthly subscription includes: custom restaurant website, branded mobile app (App Store & Google Play), online ordering system, loyalty program, email marketing tools, SMS marketing, analytics dashboard, and 24/7 support. No hidden fees or add-ons.

How do I handle delivery without DoorDash?

You have options: 1) Offer pickup only, 2) Hire your own delivery drivers, or 3) Use delivery-as-a-service like Uber Direct or DoorDash Drive which charge a flat fee per delivery (~$6-10) instead of a percentage. We integrate with these services.

Can I keep my DoorDash listing?

Yes. Many restaurants keep their delivery app listings for customer discovery while pushing repeat customers to order direct. You can use both—just include bag inserts encouraging direct ordering to transition customers over time.

How long does setup take?

Most restaurants are fully live within 1-2 weeks. Our team handles all technical setup—you just provide menu information and feedback. We offer dedicated onboarding support to ensure a smooth launch.

Is there a contract?

No long-term contracts. You can cancel anytime. We also offer a 30-day money-back guarantee if you're not satisfied.

About the Author
RestauNax Team

RestauNax Team

Content Team

The RestauNax content team combines decades of restaurant industry experience with digital marketing expertise. Our writers have worked as restaurant owners, managers, and consultants, giving them firsthand knowledge of the challenges restaurants face today.

Credentials
  • Combined 50+ Years Restaurant Industry Experience
  • Certified Digital Marketing Specialists
  • Restaurant Technology Consultants

Ready to Grow Your Restaurant?

RestauNax provides everything you need: custom website, online ordering, mobile app, and marketing tools—all with zero commission fees.