Per Diem
Branded mobile apps and online ordering for restaurants, cafes and bakeries, built on top
Per Diem provides restaurants, cafes, and bakeries with a custom-branded mobile app and web ordering experience that integrates directly with an existing Square POS setup. Orders placed through the app or website sync automatically into Square, eliminating the need for manual entry or additional syncing tools. The platform addresses the challenge of reducing reliance on third-party delivery services by enabling businesses to own their customer relationships and drive more direct orders.
The platform includes a branded mobile app for iOS and Android, web and QR code ordering, and built-in loyalty tools that work with Square Loyalty or Per Diem's own loyalty system. Additional capabilities include push notifications, referral and gamification features, gift cards, promo codes, and marketing CRM with customer segmentation and automations on higher tiers. The system supports multiple payment options such as Apple Pay, Google Pay, and credit cards, and offers features like real-time inventory management, customizable prep times, and order scheduling.
Per Diem is designed for single-location and multi-location restaurants, cafes, and bakeries that already use Square as their POS. It offers three paid editions: a Starter plan at a monthly per-location fee with per-order usage charges, a Pro Plus plan with additional marketing and loyalty features, and a Premium plan with no usage fees. Email and SMS marketing credits are available as add-on purchases. No free plan is mentioned.
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