In the culinary world, first impressions are everything. Before you even take the first bite, the impression you get from the restaurant, cafe, or even food truck really sets the scene. Yes, food matters quite a bit but it’s also the ambiance and the ease of menu visibility that set the tone for the dining experience. A well-chosen hanging menu board not only highlights your offerings but also amplifies your restaurant’s character.
At MTI Digital, we understand the importance of marrying visual appeal with functional design in every aspect of your restaurant’s environment, from the background music services that greet your guests to the digital signage that guides their culinary journey.
The Role of Hanging Menu Boards
The right menu board does more than list out your dishes; it communicates your restaurant’s ethos, complements your interior design, and enhances customer experience. In today’s fast-paced world, where digital integration is key to customer engagement, integrating innovative solutions like digital signage can elevate your brand to new heights.
So how can you make sure your restaurant’s hanging menu board stands out without standing in the way of the customer experience? We’ll give you the tips you need.
- Choose a Simple Font
While it may be tempting to get crazy and wild with fun and flowery fonts, it’s best to err on the side of caution when it comes to hanging menu boards for your restaurant. Customers need to be able to clearly read what’s on the menu and make a decision based on that information. This is a different experience from a menu that’s right in front of them. They’ll likely be looking up and may be at a distance. Consider this when choosing your menu’s font. Opt for something that speaks to your restaurant’s character but doesn’t compromise guests’ ability to actually read the content.
- Space it Out Well
This goes in line with font; it’s all about ease of use. You want your customers to be able to read the menu and get the information they need from it. Spacing words or menu items too close to one another could lead to confusion and may have customers wondering, “Is this part of the same order or is it a different dish?” The right digital signage company will be able to handle all of this for you and present you with a clean, clear, and easily readable hanging menu board for your restaurant.
- Light it up!
Here’s where you can bring in the fun and flavor. LED menu boards are a fantastic way to both bring illumination to the look and feel of your space while also infusing your own personal flair. These boards are not just functional; they are designed to be eye-catching as well. By enhancing readability and highlighting your offerings, an LED menu board for your restaurant will make it easy for customers to choose their favorite foods, day or night.
- Incorporate Imagery
Some digital menu boards offer the option of incorporating imagery into their digital signage. Do you have a logo you want to feature on the menu board? Perhaps your restaurant has a mascot. Whatever it may be, let MTI Digital know and we’ll find a way to work it into the presentation.
More than the Menu Board
Once you’ve ironed out the details about what you want on your hanging board menu, the next step is to think outside the box. What else will enhance the overall customer experience? Whether it’s audio or visual design, your task is to consider it all and how it will impact the people coming to dine at your restaurant. Partnering with an experiential company like MTI Digital makes this easy. Our sound system design and installation services will help you create a vibe that goes beyond the traditional dining experience. Whether you need custom background music or want to feature vendor advertising on your food truck, we can do it all.
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