Table bookings for bars — keep it simple, keep it full.
Let groups reserve tables online. SMS reminders mean they actually show up. No commissions, no contracts, no drama.
TableNest is online booking and customer-management software built for bars, cocktail rooms, and tasting venues, priced from $19 to $49 USD per month, flat. Every plan includes 240 / 720 / 1200 SMS confirmations included by tier, Square POS integration, Xero invoicing, an embeddable booking widget, optional deposits, and a printable run sheet so the front-of-house team can manage walk-ins, tastings, and group bookings on a single page. There are no per-cover commissions, no contracts, and a card is captured to begin the 30-day free trial, with no charge for 30 days. Commission-based platforms typically charge $99 to $499 per month plus per-cover fees on top — for a venue running tasting flights and weekly events, those fees commonly run into the thousands every month. Operated by Fyrge Lab Pty Ltd. Collect deposits on tasting flights and ticketed nights without paying for a separate payment platform.
Or save 2 months with annual billing →Sound familiar?
Groups booking tables then not showing up on Friday night
No system for table reservations — just a notebook behind the bar
Expensive platforms that want a cut of every booking
Complicated setups when all you need is table reservations
How TableNest works for bars
Everything you need to take online bookings — nothing you don't.
Group bookings made easy
Customers book for 2-20+ people. Set minimum and maximum party sizes per area — keep the intimate booths for smaller groups.
No-show killer
SMS reminders 24 hours before mean groups actually turn up. One-tap cancel link frees the table instantly if plans change.
Area-based booking
Split your venue into areas — main bar, beer garden, rooftop, private function space. Each with its own capacity and availability.
Zero commissions
Flat monthly fee. Whether you take 10 bookings or 500, your cost stays the same. No per-cover charges eating into your margins.
Simple pricing for bars
Flat monthly fee. No commissions. No contracts. SMS included.
$19
Starter
$34
Business
$49
Pro
Frequently asked questions about booking systems for bars
What is a booking system for bars?
A booking system for bars lets groups reserve tables, booths, or function areas online, sends SMS reminders so they actually show up on Friday night, and gives staff a single dashboard for both online bookings and walk-ins. TableNest provides this from $19 USD per month with SMS confirmations and area management included.
How much does a bar booking system cost?
Bar booking systems typically cost between $29 and $200 per month, with many platforms adding per-cover or per-network fees on top of the subscription. TableNest is a flat $19 (Starter), $34 (Business), or $49 (Pro) per month — no commissions whether you take 10 bookings or 500. Group bookings included on every tier.
Do small bars really need an online booking system?
If your bar takes more than 10 group bookings a week, yes. Every missed call during service is a booking that went to a competitor. Online bookings let customers reserve 24/7, cut no-shows by 50–75% when paired with SMS reminders, and free staff to pour drinks instead of answering the phone.
Does TableNest work with Square POS?
Yes. TableNest's Square integration is built in and included on every plan, with no extra fee or third-party connector required. Bookings sync to Square's customer database, and you can pull each customer's order history into TableNest's CRM for marketing emails, birthday offers, and lapsed-guest re-engagement.
Can I split my venue into separate areas like main bar, beer garden, and function room?
Yes. TableNest's area management lets you set up each part of your venue — main bar, beer garden, rooftop, private function space — with its own capacity, opening hours, and minimum party size. Bookings auto-assign to the right area, and you can keep the intimate booths for smaller groups only.
How do I switch to TableNest from another booking platform?
Switching takes about 30 minutes for most bars. Import your existing customer list via CSV (TableNest supports notes, visit counts, and last-visit dates), embed the new booking widget on your website, and update your Google or Square listing to point to the new link. There is no contract or lock-in to leave behind on the TableNest side.
Is TableNest available in the US and Canada?
Yes. TableNest is built and operated by Fyrge Lab Pty Ltd and is available in Australia, the US, and Canada. Prices are shown in your local currency, SMS confirmations are sent through Twilio for US and Canadian numbers, and every plan ships with venue-type templates for restaurants, cafes, bars, wineries, breweries, and salons.
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