Opening a Restaurant or Café in Lebanon: First Steps

Opening a new place is exciting and busy. Getting the basics right from the start—menu, prices, and a way to take and track orders—saves time later. Here’s a short checklist that works for restaurants and cafés in Lebanon.

Define your menu and prices

List your items, categories, and prices (USD, LBP, or both). Even a simple list helps when you add them to a POS or online menu. Update it when you change offerings or prices so you’re not stuck with an old printed menu.

Choose a POS that does in-person and online

A POS that also powers your online menu or store means one product list and one place for orders. You can start with counter sales and add a QR menu or delivery link when you’re ready. In Lebanon, dual currency (USD/LBP) and local payment options (e.g. Whish, cash) are important—pick a system that supports them.

Get online from day one

Share your menu or store link on WhatsApp, Instagram, and at the door. Many customers will find you online first. With YellowPOS you get a link and optional QR code so people can browse and order without calling. You can grow into delivery and more features as you go.