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.Menu Domain Registration

Diners in Pakistan now scan a QR code at the table, check prices on Instagram and order on WhatsApp before they ever call. A .menu address points all of that to one place your restaurant controls. WinsHosting registers .menu names for eateries, caterers and home chefs, with rupee invoices and support from Lahore.

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The .menu extension and Pakistan's food business

Few words are as instantly understood as menu. It is the same in English, French and everyday Urdu speech, and every diner knows what to expect behind it: dishes, prices and perhaps a way to order. The .menu top-level domain was created for exactly that purpose, giving restaurants and food businesses an address that describes the most visited page of their website.

It is a generic extension approved through ICANN's new gTLD programme, and registration is open to anyone, with no need to show a food licence or hotel registration. When our old page was written, .menu was a pre-order item; today it is in general availability, so ordinary names register immediately and work within minutes.

The food scene in Pakistan explains why the extension is useful. Lahore's food streets, Karachi's BBQ joints on Burns Road, Islamabad's cafes, and thousands of cloud kitchens and home bakers selling through Instagram all compete for attention on a small phone screen. Customers want to see the menu and the price before they decide. A short address like karachibbq.menu printed on a flyer, a table tent or a delivery bag gets them there in one tap.

WinsHosting has looked after domains for Pakistani businesses since 2003. Your .menu name can sit next to a .pk domain and your web space, and our team can help with QR codes, DNS records for ordering platforms and simple menu websites. The sections below cover price, uses, ordering and how to set the domain up.

.Menu domain registration banner for restaurants, cafes and caterers in Pakistan

From .menu registration to a scannable table QR code

The order below gets a restaurant from an empty search box to a live menu that diners can open at the table.

  1. 1

    Search the restaurant name

    Type your restaurant or brand name into our domain search and pick the shortest .menu option that matches your signboard.

  2. 2

    Pay in rupees and confirm ownership

    Complete checkout by JazzCash, Easypaisa, bank transfer or card, then check the registrant details in your client area carry the restaurant owner's name.

  3. 3

    Publish the menu page

    Upload a mobile-friendly page with dishes, prices and photos, either on our hosting or by pointing the .menu name at your existing ordering platform.

  4. 4

    Generate the QR code

    Create a QR code that opens your .menu address, test it on two or three phones, then print it on table tents, receipts and takeaway bags.

  5. 5

    Update prices without reprinting

    When the cost of flour, oil or chicken changes, edit the page once and every printed QR code shows the new price immediately.

Reasons restaurants register a .menu name

Owners of eateries and food brands usually weigh these points before they order.

.menu says what diners want

Most visitors to a restaurant website are looking for one thing: the menu. An address that ends in .menu promises that page immediately, which reduces bounce and suits customers who are hungry, impatient and browsing on a mobile phone.

Update .menu prices instantly

Inflation means menu prices in Pakistan change often. Printed menus go out of date and cost money to reprint. A web menu on your .menu domain can be edited in minutes, and every QR code already in circulation shows the new prices straight away.

.menu links into WhatsApp orders

Add a WhatsApp order button beside each dish so customers send a pre-filled message with the item name. Small kitchens can take orders without paying commission to a delivery app, while still listing on those apps for discovery.

Branch pages on one .menu

Chains with outlets in several cities can give each branch its own page or subdomain, with local prices, opening hours, delivery zones and a map pin. Customers see the right information for the branch nearest to them.

Rupee billing for your .menu

Restaurants run on cash flow. We invoice the .menu domain in rupees and accept JazzCash, Easypaisa, bank deposits and cards, so renewing the name is as simple as paying a supplier, with no dollar card or conversion charges.

.menu name patterns food businesses use

A few naming shapes that read well when a hungry customer types them into a phone.

  • karahi.menu
  • yourcafe.menu
  • lahorebbq.menu
  • biryani house menu
  • breakfast.menu
  • dessert bar menu
  • catering package menu
  • tiffin service menu
  • branch name + .menu
  • dhaba.menu
  • burger joint menu
  • chai stall menu

QR Code Menu with .menu Domain

A QR code menu with a .menu domain is where the extension earns its keep fastest. Since the pandemic, diners across Pakistan have become comfortable scanning a code on the table to view the menu. The problem is that many restaurants print codes linked to a third-party service or a social media post, and when that service changes or the post is removed, every printed code breaks.

Linking your QR codes to your own .menu domain fixes this. The code points to an address you control, for example yourcafe.menu/table, and you can change where that address leads at any time without reprinting. If you switch from one digital menu provider to another, update the redirect and the codes keep working. The domain name also appears under the code, so customers whose cameras fail can still type it.

Design the printed codes carefully. Make them large enough to scan from a seated position, with good contrast against the table tent or sticker. Add the plain address beside the code, and test it on several phones in the actual lighting of the dining room. Consider separate codes for each table or branch if you want to track which outlets get the most scans. Our support team can set up the redirects and short paths for you on any hosting plan.

Buy .menu Domain Name

To buy a .menu domain name, type the name into our search, add it to your order and enter the owner's contact details. ICANN rules apply to .menu as to every generic extension, so the name, postal address, email and phone number must be accurate. Watch for a verification email after payment and click the link inside promptly, otherwise the domain can be suspended until it is confirmed.

Food businesses often change hands or partners, so ownership deserves a moment of thought. Register the domain in the restaurant company's name or the owner's name, not in the name of a manager, nephew or freelancer who set up the Instagram page. Use an email address that will still be monitored in five years. If a partner leaves, update the contact details through the client area.

After purchase, decide where the domain should point. Options include a menu page on our hosting, a digital menu or ordering platform that supports custom domains, or a redirect to your existing website's menu section. Payment for the domain goes through wallet, card, PayPal or a bank deposit, whichever the cashier prefers. If you registered your .menu elsewhere and want to consolidate, our transfer page explains how to move it across with its remaining registration time intact.

Price changes on a .menu site need care

Pakistani food authorities and consumer courts expect the price a customer sees to match the bill. When you raise rates, update the .menu page the same day and note whether tax and service charges are included, so there is no dispute at the counter.

Frequently asked questions

Can a home baker without a shop register a .menu domain?

Yes. The extension has no requirement for a commercial kitchen, food authority licence or shop address. Home bakers, tiffin services and caterers can register in their own name. You will still need to follow any food safety rules that apply to your business locally, but the domain itself is open to anyone.

Should my restaurant's main website be on .menu or .pk?

A .pk or .com.pk name tells customers you are a local Pakistani business and suits the main brand site, with history, catering, careers and franchise information. A .menu name is ideal for the page diners use most. Many restaurants run both, with the .menu pointing directly to the menu section of the main site.

Can I show different menus for breakfast, lunch and dinner on one .menu domain?

Yes. Use separate pages such as /breakfast and /dinner, or show the right menu automatically by time of day using your website software. Tell customers which menu is active and when the kitchen closes. For Ramazan, many restaurants add an iftar and sehri menu page and link it from the homepage for the month.

Will a .menu domain work with foodpanda or other delivery app listings?

Delivery platforms usually list your restaurant on their own pages and may not allow outside links in menu items. Use your .menu address in your restaurant profile where permitted, on packaging and in social media bios, so customers who find you through an app can order directly next time.

How do I show menu prices including tax on a .menu site?

State clearly whether listed prices include sales tax and any service charge. Pakistani provinces apply different rates to restaurant services, and customers dislike surprises at the bill. A short note at the top of the menu page, updated whenever rates change, avoids complaints and builds trust with regular diners.

Can a .menu domain be used for an event caterer's packages?

Yes. Caterers can publish per-head packages for weddings, corporate lunches and family events, with sample menus for each budget level. Add a form that asks for date, guest numbers and venue, so you get the details needed to quote. Photos of past setups help customers picture the service.

What is the registration delay for a .menu domain now?

Our older page listed a delay of one to two months, from the time when the extension was still being launched. That no longer applies. Ordinary .menu names are activated within minutes of payment, and DNS changes generally work within an hour, so a restaurant can have a working menu address the same day.

Can I add online payments to my .menu ordering page?

You can, by connecting a payment gateway or mobile wallet plugin that works with your site's software. Many Pakistani food businesses start with cash on delivery and bank transfer, then add card or wallet payments once order volume grows. Make sure the site has a valid certificate before collecting any payment details.

Can a .menu page show nutrition or allergy information?

It should, wherever you can provide it reliably. Mark dishes containing nuts, dairy, gluten or seafood, and note when a kitchen handles these ingredients alongside others. Health-conscious diners and parents of children with allergies increasingly check before ordering. Keep the information accurate when recipes change, and add a line inviting customers to call the branch if they have specific dietary needs.

Put your menu on a .menu address

Search for your restaurant's name, pay in rupees and link your QR codes to a .menu page you control.

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