How much does a restaurant ordering app cost in Romania?
"Restaurant ordering app cost" is the question that appears the moment an operator calculates monthly spend on Glovo, Bolt Food, or Tazz. Commissions of 25–30% per order quickly turn a digital project from "nice to have" into a financial priority. Below: the real ranges we use for HoReCa web development, with examples from delivered projects (including La Iancu).
Price ranges by platform type
Total cost for a restaurant ordering platform in Romania is typically €6,000 – €40,000 — depending on how far you go beyond a static menu with a WhatsApp link.
| Solution type | Cost (EUR) | Timeline | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Menu site + simple ordering | €6,000 – €12,000 | 6–8 wks | Menu, cart, kitchen notification, cash/card on delivery |
| Ordering platform + online payments | €12,000 – €22,000 | 10–14 wks | Stripe/PayU, customer account, order history, admin panel |
| Platform + courier + reporting | €18,000 – €30,000 | 3–4 mo | Sameday/GLS API, delivery zones, chef dashboard, accounting export |
| Multi-location / franchise | €28,000 – €40,000+ | 4–6 mo | Multiple locations, per-unit menus, roles, centralized loyalty |
Why not every restaurant pays the same
- Order volume and peak hours. 200 orders on Saturday evening needs job queues, menu cache, and monitoring — not just a form.
- Cash vs card payments. Cash on delivery is simple; online card + invoicing + e-Factura adds 15–25% to budget.
- Courier integration. Automatic AWB, tracking, and delivery fee recalculation: €3,000–€8,000 extra vs MVP.
- Native mobile app. Responsive web covers 80% of cases; native iOS/Android often doubles effort.
Own platform vs aggregators — quick math
If a restaurant processes €40,000/month through Glovo at 28% commission, you pay ~€11,200/month to the platform. A €20,000 investment in your own channel pays back in under 2 years — without counting margin gains on repeat customers you own.
Aggregators remain useful for discovery. Healthy strategy: own channel for loyal customers + marketplace presence for new volume.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a restaurant ordering app cost?
€6,000–€40,000 in Romania, depending on integrations and number of locations.
Is it worth it vs Glovo?
Yes, when monthly commissions exceed development cost in 12–18 months, or when you want your own data and promotions.
How long is delivery?
MVP: 6–10 weeks. Full platform: 3–5 months.
Which integrations cost the most?
Live courier, POS, e-invoicing, and native mobile apps.