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# HappyChef

Canonical: https://www.getapp.co.nz/software/2083748/happychef

> HappyChef is an online reservation system designed specifically for restaurants that includes table planning, waiting list management, and no-show payment features. The platform offers gift card functionality and reminder emails to help restaurant owners streamline their booking process. Restaurant staff can access the system through both desktop and mobile applications, making it practical for managing reservations when guests arrive.
> 
> Verdict: Rated **4.5/5** by 2 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**.

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## Overview

### Key benefits of HappyChef

Offers a straightforward and transparent pricing model with a three-year price guarantee and no hidden costs
Provides an easy-to-use reservation system with features such as table plans, waiting lists, no-show payments, and automated reminder emails
Includes seamless integration of gift cards and the ability to manage gift card revenue directly
Supports convenient guest communication through optional WhatsApp notifications, as well as social media posting and newsletters
Contributes a portion of proceeds to Alzheimer research, allowing users to support a charitable cause while managing reservations

## Quick Stats & Ratings

| Metric | Rating | Detail |
| **Overall** | **4.5/5** | 2 Reviews |
| Ease of Use | 5.0/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Customer Support | 5.0/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Value for Money | 5.0/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Features | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Recommendation percentage | 100% | (10/10 Likelihood to recommend) |

## About the vendor

- **Company**: Mateza

## Commercial Context

- **Starting Price**: €30.00
- **Pricing model**: Flat Rate (Free Trial)
- **Pricing Details**: The basic plan includes everything you need:
- A easy to use table plan
- Waitlists
- Giftcard selling
- Email confirmations and reminders

And much more.

The Whatsapp plan makes the communication with your guests even easier by sending a Whatsapp confirmation for every reservation.
- **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500
- **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile)
- **Supported Languages**: Dutch, English, French
- **Available Countries**: Belgium, Canada, France, Luxembourg, Netherlands, United States

## Features

- Activity Dashboard
- Alerts/Notifications
- Availability Management
- Billing & Invoicing
- Booking Management
- Booking Notes
- Calendar Management
- Customer Database
- Customer History
- Customer Support
- Event Scheduling
- Mobile Access
- Multi-Language
- Online Booking
- Payment Processing
- Ratings/Reviews
- Real-Time Updates
- Reminders
- Reporting/Analytics
- SMS Messaging

## Integrations (1 total)

- Stripe

## Support Options

- Email/Help Desk
- Phone Support
- Chat

## Category

- [Online Booking Systems](https://www.getapp.co.nz/directory/83/reservation-online-booking/software)

## Alternatives

1. [Hostaway](https://www.getapp.co.nz/software/106989/hostaway) — 4.8/5 (1524 reviews)
2. [Eventbrite](https://www.getapp.co.nz/software/91490/eventbrite) — 4.6/5 (5748 reviews)
3. [Booqable](https://www.getapp.co.nz/software/108821/booqable) — 4.8/5 (1126 reviews)
4. [OpenTable](https://www.getapp.co.nz/software/2044651/opentable-for-restaurants) — 4.7/5 (1317 reviews)
5. [Lodgify](https://www.getapp.co.nz/software/91252/lodgify) — 4.5/5 (1282 reviews)

## Reviews

### "Reliable, flexible, easy to use reservation system" — 5.0/5

> **Klaas** | *22 January 2026* | Restaurants | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10
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> **Pros**: The app, the service, the price,... They continuously strive for a better and more convenient reservation system. Personal guidance and the option to customize things\!
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> **Cons**: I thought long about this question but couldn't find a suitable answer. I'm very sorry but we are Happy Chefs.

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### "The Restaurant Reservations system you need" — 4.0/5

> **bernd** | *30 January 2026* | Food & Beverages | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: Easy to use and effective restaurant reservation system.  Fully operational in less then 1 hour without any hic-up. 
Unlimited number of reservations at a fair monthly cost.
> 
> **Cons**: No problems noted. All runs smooth.
Probably the best reservation system on the market from a 'value for money' point iof view.
> 
> Easy to implement.  Easy to use.  Happy to have this linked to our website. Received positive feedback from our customers.

## Links

- [View on GetApp](https://www.getapp.co.nz/software/2083748/happychef)

## This page is available in the following languages

| Locale | URL |
| en | <https://www.getapp.com/customer-management-software/a/happychef/> |
| en-AE | <https://www.getapp.ae/software/2083748/happychef> |
| en-AU | <https://www.getapp.com.au/software/2083748/happychef> |
| en-CA | <https://www.getapp.ca/software/2083748/happychef> |
| en-GB | <https://www.getapp.co.uk/software/2083748/happychef> |
| en-IE | <https://www.getapp.ie/software/2083748/happychef> |
| en-NZ | <https://www.getapp.co.nz/software/2083748/happychef> |
| en-SG | <https://www.getapp.sg/software/2083748/happychef> |
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