The Real Cost of Food Delivery: What Are You Really Paying For?
When you order from your favorite restaurant through a national delivery app, have you ever wondered what you’re really paying for? Beyond the price of your meal, there are often layers of hidden fees and commissions that drive up costs — both for you and the restaurant. At CravinGrub, we believe in a more transparent approach. Let’s break down the real costs of food delivery and show you how CravinGrub can save you money.
The Hidden Fees of National Delivery Apps
Most national delivery apps advertise themselves as convenient, but the convenience often comes at a steep price. Here are some of the hidden costs you might encounter:
1. High Commissions for Restaurants:
National apps can take anywhere from 15% to 30% of a restaurant's revenue per order. This commission fee is deducted directly from the restaurant’s earnings, squeezing their already-thin profit margins. For small, local eateries, this can mean the difference between staying open and shutting down.
2. Service Fees for Customers:
On top of delivery fees, national apps often tack on a service fee that can range from a few cents to several dollars, depending on the order. This fee is typically a percentage of the total order amount, which means the bigger your order, the higher the fee.
3. Inflated Menu Prices:
To offset the high commissions charged by national apps, many restaurants increase their menu prices on these platforms. That means you could be paying significantly more for the same meal than if you had ordered directly from the restaurant.
4. Delivery Fees and Tips:
Delivery fees on national apps can vary widely based on your location, the restaurant’s distance, and even the time of day. Additionally, you’re often prompted to tip the driver, further increasing the total cost.
5. Miscellaneous Charges:
Some national apps include other unexpected charges, like small order fees, busy area fees, and even fees for placing an order during peak times. These extra charges can quickly add up, making your meal more expensive than you anticipated.
CravinGrub’s Transparent Pricing Model
At CravinGrub, we believe in keeping things simple and straightforward:
The Bottom Line: Save Money, Support Local
By choosing CravinGrub, both restaurants and customers can save money. Restaurants keep more of their earnings, allowing them to thrive, while customers avoid the hidden fees and inflated prices of national apps. Plus, every order placed through CravinGrub supports a local business and contributes to a greater cause — fighting hunger in our community.
Make the switch to CravinGrub today and experience the real value of transparent, affordable food delivery. Save money, support your favorite local spots, and enjoy your meals knowing that every bite makes a difference.
The Hidden Fees of National Delivery Apps
Most national delivery apps advertise themselves as convenient, but the convenience often comes at a steep price. Here are some of the hidden costs you might encounter:
1. High Commissions for Restaurants:
National apps can take anywhere from 15% to 30% of a restaurant's revenue per order. This commission fee is deducted directly from the restaurant’s earnings, squeezing their already-thin profit margins. For small, local eateries, this can mean the difference between staying open and shutting down.
2. Service Fees for Customers:
On top of delivery fees, national apps often tack on a service fee that can range from a few cents to several dollars, depending on the order. This fee is typically a percentage of the total order amount, which means the bigger your order, the higher the fee.
3. Inflated Menu Prices:
To offset the high commissions charged by national apps, many restaurants increase their menu prices on these platforms. That means you could be paying significantly more for the same meal than if you had ordered directly from the restaurant.
4. Delivery Fees and Tips:
Delivery fees on national apps can vary widely based on your location, the restaurant’s distance, and even the time of day. Additionally, you’re often prompted to tip the driver, further increasing the total cost.
5. Miscellaneous Charges:
Some national apps include other unexpected charges, like small order fees, busy area fees, and even fees for placing an order during peak times. These extra charges can quickly add up, making your meal more expensive than you anticipated.
CravinGrub’s Transparent Pricing Model
At CravinGrub, we believe in keeping things simple and straightforward:
- No Hidden Fees: CravinGrub offers a transparent pricing model with no hidden fees. Customers know exactly what they're paying for, and restaurants don’t have to worry about surprise deductions from their earnings.
- Zero Commissions for Restaurants: We don’t take a cut from restaurant profits. This means more money stays with the local businesses that are the heart and soul of Houston’s dining scene.
- Direct Ordering, No Middleman: CravinGrub allows customers to order directly from the restaurant’s free, customized website, ensuring that every dollar goes where it belongs — supporting the restaurant.
- Affordable Delivery Costs: Our delivery fees are fair and transparent, without unnecessary markups or inflated costs. You can enjoy your favorite local food without the extra charges.
The Bottom Line: Save Money, Support Local
By choosing CravinGrub, both restaurants and customers can save money. Restaurants keep more of their earnings, allowing them to thrive, while customers avoid the hidden fees and inflated prices of national apps. Plus, every order placed through CravinGrub supports a local business and contributes to a greater cause — fighting hunger in our community.
Make the switch to CravinGrub today and experience the real value of transparent, affordable food delivery. Save money, support your favorite local spots, and enjoy your meals knowing that every bite makes a difference.