Getting Started

How do I get started with NoWait? Do I need someone to come on-site?

NoWait is a free service and you can Create a Free Account to start. You can start using NoWait on your own iPad immediately. Although NoWait is very easy to use, training videos are included in the App and require a total of 8 minutes to learn about all features.

Do I have to use an iPad / iPhone? Can I use Android or other? Can I use my Laptop?

NoWait is only available for iOS (iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch). This is the most robust and secure platform. It also is the only one that features a handheld (iPod Touch) that doesn't require a phone or data plan.

Will my customers get spammed?

Guest privacy is of paramount importance to NoWait. Customers may opt-in to marketing messaging but are otherwise not messaged.

Does NoWait integrate with restaurant pagers?

NoWait can work side-by-side with restaurant pagers, and several of our customers do use pagers. Using NoWait's Notes field, it's easy to record a pager number.

Does the customer need to have a smart phone?

Nope! NoWait sends text messages, so any phone that receives a text message (smart or dumb) can be notified. Standard rates apply. Nationally, NoWait restaurants see about 90% of their guests use their cell phones to be notified that their tables are ready.

Do restaurants in my town use NoWait?

NoWait works with restaurants all over the U.S. and Canada. Contact Us to learn about restaurants in your area. NoWait can provide a restaurant operator for you to speak with as a reference.