Reservations
OpenTable
Reservations and waitlist on the largest US diner network.
$149–499/mo + cover fees
What it costs
Three plans: Basic ~$149/mo, Core ~$299/mo, Pro ~$499/mo, plus per-cover network fees (~$1–$1.50) and, as of early 2026, a 2% service fee on deposits/prepaid transactions. Website reservations are free on Core/Pro; Basic charges $0.25/cover or a $49/mo flat fee.
Best for
Full-service and fine-dining restaurants that want maximum diner discovery on the largest US reservation network.
Pros
- Largest US diner network and discovery reach
- Deposits and prepay options cut no-shows
- Mature table and waitlist management
- Strong guest data and reviews ecosystem
Cons
- Per-cover fees add up at volume
- New 2% transaction fee on deposits/prepaid
- Irrelevant for QSR/fast-casual
- Network reach comes at a recurring cost premium
Integrations
Integrates with major POS systems and many marketing/CRM tools; connects bookings from OpenTable, Google, and partner channels.
Alternatives
Resy · Tock · Yelp Guest Manager
Our take: Worth the per-cover cost if you want the biggest discovery network filling tables; if you book mostly from your own site, a flat-fee rival may save money.
Pricing is the public list rate or a research estimate as of June 2026 — always confirm on a live quote. We take no commission from any vendor; this is for reference.