Menu holder / Display stand

The classic A4 portrait format (21 x 29.7 cm) is the absolute standard in food service: large enough to clearly display the menu with photos and descriptions, yet compact enough to be comfortably held by customers. For extended menus with multiple dishes per category, A4 landscape format or multi-leaf models are preferable. For children's menus or specific dessert cards, the A5 format remains compact and cost-effective.

The acrylic is ideal for traditional restaurants and casual brasseries with frequent menu changes: easy to clean, removable window for quick updates, resistant to daily splashes and impacts. Solid wood or leather is preferred in premium gastronomy and fine dining: elegant appearance, high-end perception, justifies a higher average bill. Your choice depends mainly on your brand positioning and how often you update your menu.

The daily cleaning depends on the material. Acrylic should be cleaned with a damp microfiber cloth and mild product (never use alcohol or solvents, which crack the surface). Wood should be dusted regularly and nourished with a wood care product twice a year. Leather requires specific leather care products and should avoid prolonged moisture. For HACCP compliance in food service, daily cleaning and disinfection protocols must be applied to all surfaces that come into repeated contact with customers.

Yes, our outdoor menu holders specifically designed for this use are treated against European weather conditions: stainless steel or thermolacquered aluminium structures, UV-protective shield plates that preserve card colour, sealed joints for weatherproof versions. Lifespan in permanent outdoor exposure is 5 to 8 years depending on conditions. Avoid using standard indoor menu holders outdoors: degradation is rapid (yellowing, cracking within a few months).

The standard rule is to plan for 1 menu holder per 2-4 covers in typical table service. For a 40-cover restaurant, budget 15 to 20 menu holders depending on your service rotation. Always keep 10-20% spare stock on hand for replacements (damaged or stained menu holders) and peak service periods. For wine lists, 4 to 8 copies strategically placed around the dining room are sufficient for smooth service.

Yes, several of our menu holders can be customized to your brand guidelines: leather or leather-look covers in your establishment's colors, laser engraving of the restaurant name or logo, screen printing on acrylic models. For restaurant chains and franchises, production to detailed specifications ensures perfect consistency across all locations. Allow 3 to 6 weeks for significant customizations.

The wall-mounted menu holder displays the menu permanently at the entrance or in the window, visible before customers enter the dining area. It informs potential customers about the restaurant's overall offering and often influences their decision to enter. The table menu holder presents the detailed menu to each seated guest during service. Both are complementary in virtually all restaurants: the wall-mounted version for customer acquisition, the table version for conversion into orders.

Yes, slate menu boards written with white or coloured chalk bring a handcrafted touch that is particularly appreciated in casual dining, cocktail bars, gourmet cafés and trendy restaurants. Their flexibility is complete: daily menu changes, specials of the moment, quirky drawings, inspiring quotes. Handwritten displays attract far more attention than standardised printing and create a strong positive perception among young, urban customers.

Our standard in-stock models (A4, A5 and A3 acrylic menu holders) are dispatched within 24-48 hours and delivered in 2-4 business days across France, Belgium, Luxembourg, the Netherlands and Germany. For customized menu holders (leather matched to your brand guidelines, logo engraving, bespoke wood covers), allow 3 to 6 weeks for production. For large-volume orders (complete restaurant outfitting), our sales team will establish a dedicated logistics schedule.