What different types of menu board are there?

We stock a comprehensive range of menu boards to cover every use in restaurants, cafes, pubs, bars, hotels, and food stores. Depending on their purpose we have wall-mounted, freestanding, hanging, and table-top menu boards, as well as models that can be used outside. The various menu display options include printed posters, chalk boards, digital displays, and peg boards. Whatever the purpose and location, we have the perfect menu board for your business.

What lettering and material options are available for menu boards?

There are four main display options for the lettering on menu boards: printed menus, chalk board, digital displays, and peg boards. We explain some of the advantages of each option below.

What are the advantages of printed poster menus?

Printed menus can have colourful graphics and include photos of food to help entice customers to try the items on your menu. Printed menus can clearly display a lot of information, so they are a good choice when you have a lot of items on your menus. Printed menus can also be edited on a computer and reprinted when you need to update and make changes. They can also be displayed in poster holders on a wall, on a stand, in a sign outdoors, or on your tables.

What are the benefits of chalk menu boards?

Chalkboard menus and blackboards make it quick and easy to create and update your menus on a daily basis. They are best for menus with fewer items, giving more prominence to the individual options. Handwriting menus in chalk can give your restaurant or bar a classic hand-made and artisan look, with positive associations with home-made food and bespoke quality.

What are the advantages of digital menu boards?

Digital menus can include images, videos, and even sound—allowing you to showcase your menu in the best possible way and helping to capture the attention of potential customers. Digital menus can have different category pages of food and drinks, as well as information about special dietary requirements, making it easy for your customers to navigate and understand your menu. Digital displays can be updated instantly, so that they automatically show the items that are available from your kitchen. These menus can also help to give your business a high-tech and modern appearance.

What are the benefits of peg board menus?

Peg board menus have a classic retro look that is great for businesses going for an understated and minimalist style. The peg letter system makes it easy to create very clear and easy-to-read menus. Peg board menus can be updated when needed and can display more information than chalk boards. A similar display option is Variatex letters used with groove boards, which are great for sophisticated venues such as hotels, bars, and clubs.

Why Do I need a menu board?

Menu boards are a vital part of marketing your restaurants, pub, food truck or bar. By providing a clear and enticing menu, you can boost sales and interest in your business. A quality menu board can provide a dynamic and professional way to display your menus.

Can I use a TV for a menu board?

Whilst some TVs could be used to display menus, there are huge limitations compared to digital menu boards. Commercial digital signage is designed to be brighter and easier to read compared to TV screens. They are also designed with narrow bezels to allow multiple screens to be used together. Network access and CMS programs also allow screens to be updated remotely and display more types of content with ease. As a sign of the quality, they include a 3 year guarantee for commercial use.

Is it easy to update a menu board?

This depends on the type of board you choose. The quickest type to update are digital menu boards. With a network option and CMS access, you can instantly update a number of screens with new pricing and offers. Peg letter boards are also quick and easy to update, just change the letters and you are good to go. Chalkboards can be easily cleaned and updated with chalk pens, and give a more traditional look and feel, ideal for pubs and artisan restaurants.

Are different sizes available?

Most of our menu boards are available in a range of sizes. Menu boards come in popular sizes such as A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, and A6, providing a lot of flexibility in how to display your menus, from small table-top chalkboards through to large menus behind a bar or counter. We have large pegboards up to an impressive 1800x1200mm and digital menu boards from 32” up to an impressive 55” and can link multiple screens to create an even larger display!

Do you have menu boards that can be used outdoors?

We stock various menu display options that have been specially designed for use outside. These include weather-proof poster holders and blackboards that can be attached to a wall, as well as pavement signs that can have printed or handwritten chalk messages. We also have a range of illuminated menu cases for use outside hotels, restaurants, and takeaways. Promoting your menu outside on the street is a fantastic way to increase the footfall into your premises.

Do you have movable/portable menu boards?

We have various types of movable menus that can be placed in the spot where they will get the maximum attention from your guests. As well as classic sandwich board signs that can be used outdoors or inside, we have various stand-mounted menu holders that are great for use at the entrance to your business. Our various table-top menu boards are an ideal option for displaying specials and offers on the tables of a pub or café, encouraging your customers to try your latest offerings.

Can you print our menus for us?

We have many years of experience printing menus and other items for UK hospitality and food businesses. We can print all your menus using the latest digital printers and inks, for stunning high-quality results. With a printing workshop at our warehouse in Croydon, we can offer very fast turnarounds on printing orders—great for when you need new menus to meet a deadline.

Do your menu boards have a guarantee or warranty?

We have used our extensive experience in supplying UK restaurants, pubs, and cafes to find the best quality and most durable items that can withstand the demands of busy hospitality environments. All of our menu boards are designed for commercial use, with many items having a 1-year guarantee or longer.

How long will delivery take for these menu boards?

A benefit of being a UK based company is that we can offer faster deliveries than many of our competitors. Most of our menu boards can be delivered in 2–3 working days, with many items available for next day delivery when ordered before 3pm!

Menu Boards

We stock a wide selection of menu boards including digital menu displays, wall-mounted & free-standing menu boards, and chalkboard menus. Perfect for restaurants, bars & cafés available in a choice of materials and sizes to suit any style of interior. Need to protect your menu? We also have a range of menu cases. Need printed menu graphics? No problem! We offer an in-house printing service, as well as our price match promise and fast delivery across our menu board range.