Run your entire
host stand from
one screen.

Simple Host gives you everything the big platforms offer—waitlist, reservations, floor plans, server rotation, SMS notifications—without the enterprise pricing or per-cover fees that eat into your margins. We built this because we ran restaurants and got tired of overpaying for bloated software. You get flat monthly pricing, unlimited devices, no contracts, and a tool your staff will actually enjoy using. It's restaurant software that finally makes sense.

Most restaurants are up and running in under 5 minutes. Simply create your account, drag and drop tables onto your floor plan, add your servers, and you're ready to seat guests. There's no complicated onboarding process, no training sessions required, and no waiting for hardware to arrive. Your staff will pick it up immediately—if they can use a smartphone, they can use Simple Host.

No special hardware required. Simple Host works on any device you already own—iPad, iPhone, Android tablet, Android phone, or any computer with a web browser. There's no proprietary equipment to buy, lease, or maintain. Most restaurants use an iPad at the host stand, but you can run your entire operation from a smartphone if that's what works for you.

Yes, all plans include unlimited connected devices at no extra cost. Your host stand iPad, manager's phone, and kitchen display can all run Simple Host simultaneously with real-time sync. When a host seats a guest, everyone sees the update instantly. This makes it easy for managers to monitor the floor from anywhere and for multiple hosts to work together during busy shifts.

Every plan includes unlimited support via live chat and email. We know restaurants don't operate on a 9-to-5 schedule, so our team is available when you need help. You'll also find video tutorials, step-by-step guides, and a comprehensive help center. We're restaurant people helping restaurant people—you'll never get a generic response from someone who's never worked a dinner rush.

Absolutely. Simple Host is month-to-month with no long-term contracts, cancellation fees, or hidden charges. You can cancel directly from your account settings whenever you want—no phone calls, no guilt trips, no hoops to jump through. We believe if we're not earning your business every month, we don't deserve it. Your data is always exportable, so you're never locked in. See how to cancel →

Yes! With our VIP plan, guests can join your waitlist by scanning a QR code at your door or clicking a link on your website. They'll see their real-time position in line and estimated wait time on their phone—no app download required. When their table is ready, they get an automatic SMS. This reduces lobby crowding and lets guests wait comfortably in their car or nearby instead of hovering at your host stand.