Rob
The Turntable, Tiffin OH 🇺🇸
“QuickTable is straightforward and affordable, without the usual friction. It's something I can confidently stand behind.”
A commission-free TheFork alternative built for independent restaurants.
TheFork is a European diner marketplace owned by Tripadvisor. It charges a subscription plus commission on bookings from its app and website, and promotes restaurants through offers and its Yums loyalty scheme. QuickTable Pro costs £50/month for unlimited bookings with no per-cover fees. Guests book through your own website or booking link.
| QuickTable | TheFork | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Flat monthly fee: £50/mo (≈ €60 / $70) | Subscription + per-cover commission on marketplace bookings* |
| Per-booking commission | £0; no per-cover fees | ~€2 per seated diner on marketplace bookings* |
| Free plan | Yes; up to 30 bookings/mo | No commission-free plan* |
| Free trial | 30 days, no credit card | Varies* |
| Guest app / account | None; book via your link or website | Commonly booked via TheFork app/account & marketplace |
| Discounts to attract diners | Not required; you set your menu prices | Marketplace demand often discount-driven (Yums, special offers)* |
| Setup | Under 10 minutes, or a free setup call | Varies* |
| Support | Email and phone support | Varies by plan/region* |
| Best for | Independent restaurants wanting simple, commission-free bookings on their own site | Restaurants prioritising TheFork's European diner marketplace & reach |
* TheFork figures describe its widely reported model (subscription plus a per-cover commission on marketplace bookings, commonly cited at around €2 per diner) via TheFork Manager. Exact pricing, plans, and terms vary by country and change over time. Check TheFork for current pricing. QuickTable figures reflect our published pricing.
No. QuickTable Pro has a flat monthly subscription with no per-cover commission. TheFork charges commission on marketplace bookings, widely reported at around €2 per seated diner. Bookings through its restaurant website widget may have different terms; check the plan for your country.
QuickTable suits independent restaurants that take bookings through their own website and social profiles. It has a free Starter plan, a paid plan for unlimited bookings, and support by email and phone. QuickTable was named Best Restaurant Booking System 2026 at the UK Enterprise Awards.
QuickTable guests can book through your website or booking link without an app or account. TheFork guests commonly use its app or website with a TheFork account, where they can also earn Yums loyalty points.
QuickTable Pro costs £50/month (about €60 or $70) for unlimited bookings. Starter is free for up to 30 bookings a month. TheFork charges a subscription plus commission on marketplace bookings, widely reported at around €2 per diner. Compare the subscription and expected marketplace fees for your restaurant.
Consider TheFork if you want to reach diners through its European marketplace. Consider QuickTable if you mainly take bookings through your own website and want a flat monthly fee. For a marketplace, weigh the cost of commission and any offers against the extra bookings it brings.
From restaurants using QuickTable
The Turntable, Tiffin OH 🇺🇸
“QuickTable is straightforward and affordable, without the usual friction. It's something I can confidently stand behind.”
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