How to Boost Your Restaurant Bookings with Reserve with Google

In today's digital age, making your restaurant easily discoverable and bookable online is crucial for success. Google's Reserve with Google feature, introduced in 2017, has become a powerful tool for restaurants to capture bookings directly from Google Search and Maps. Let's explore how you can leverage this feature with Tablesit to increase your restaurant's bookings.

What is Reserve with Google?

Reserve with Google is a functionality that allows customers to make restaurant reservations directly through Google Search, Google Maps, or the Google App without leaving the Google ecosystem. With Google commanding over 90% of search engine market share, this integration puts your restaurant in front of countless potential customers.

When someone searches for your restaurant or restaurants in your area, they can book a table directly from your Google Business Profile with just a few clicks. This seamless experience significantly reduces booking friction and can lead to more reservations.

How Tablesit Integrates with Reserve with Google

Tablesit's integration with Reserve with Google is straightforward and automatic:

1. Real-Time Availability: Your restaurant's available tables and time slots are automatically synced with Google
2. Instant Confirmation: Bookings made through Google appear immediately in your Tablesit dashboard
3. Automatic Updates: Any changes to your availability are reflected instantly across all booking channels

Benefits of Using Reserve with Google with Tablesit

1. Increased Visibility

• Appear in Google Search results with a prominent "Reserve" button
• Show up in Google Maps when people search for restaurants in your area
• Display real-time availability directly in search results

2. Simplified Booking Process

• Customers can book without downloading apps or creating new accounts
• Fewer steps to complete a reservation means higher conversion rates
• Mobile-friendly booking process for on-the-go customers

3. Multi-Channel Management

• All bookings appear in one centralized Tablesit dashboard
• Automatic table inventory management across all booking channels
• Consistent booking experience regardless of the channel used

How to Get Started

Setting up Reserve with Google through Tablesit is simple:

1. Ensure your Google Business Profile is verified and up to date
2. Connect your Tablesit account with Google (automatically available with your pro account)
3. Configure your availability and table settings in Tablesit
4. Start receiving bookings through Google

Best Practices for Success

To maximize the benefits of Reserve with Google:

1. Keep Your Google Profile Updated

• Maintain accurate business hours
• Regular photo updates
• Respond to reviews promptly

2. Optimize Your Availability

• Set realistic table turnover times
• Update special hours for holidays
• Manage your capacity effectively

3. Monitor Performance

• Track bookings by channel in your Tablesit dashboard
• Analyze peak booking times
• Adjust strategies based on booking patterns

Conclusion

Reserve with Google, combined with Tablesit's booking system, provides a powerful tool for restaurants to increase their online presence and capture more bookings. The seamless integration, automatic synchronization, and user-friendly interface make it an essential feature for any restaurant looking to grow its business in the digital age.

Best of all, this integration comes included with your free Tablesit account, making it an accessible option for restaurants of all sizes. Start maximizing your online bookings today by leveraging the power of Google's massive user base combined with Tablesit's efficient booking management system.