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title: "How to Add Menu Items with Variations and Add-ons"
description: "### **Overview** Easily manage your restaurant menu in myRestro — add food items, create size or flavor variations, and include add-ons like sides or drinks, all from your Admin Dashboard. ### **Step 1: Access the Menu Management Section** 1. Log…"
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updated: "2025-11-06"
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# How to Add Menu Items with Variations and Add-ons

### **Overview**

Easily manage your restaurant menu in myRestro — add food items, create size or flavor variations, and include add-ons like sides or drinks, all from your Admin Dashboard.

### **Step 1: Access the Menu Management Section**

1. Log in to your **myRestro Admin Dashboard**.

2. From the left-hand sidebar, click on **Menu Management**.

3. Select **Food** from the dropdown options.

You’ll find the following menu options available:

- **Add New:** Create a new food item.

- **List:** View and manage existing menu items.

- **Review:** Check customer reviews related to food items.

- **Bulk Import / Bulk Export:** Upload or download menu items in bulk using Excel files.

### **Step 2: Add a New Menu Item**

1. Click **Add New** under the *Food* section.

2. **Upload the Food Image** – choose a high-quality photo to make your dish appealing.

3. **Enter the Required Details**, such as:

- Food Name

- Description

- Category (e.g., Appetizer, Main Course, Beverage, Dessert)

- Price

- Availability (e.g., Active/Inactive)

4. Once all fields are filled, click **Submit** to add the item to your menu.

Your new food item is now added and will appear on your website’s menu.

### **Step 3: Add Variations to Menu Items**

Variations allow you to offer customers multiple options for the same dish (for example, different sizes or flavors).

To add a variation:

1. Go to the **Food Variations** section.

2. Click **Add New Variation**.

3. Enter the required details:

- **Size** (e.g., Small, Medium, Large)

- **Flavor** (e.g., Spicy, Mild, BBQ, Garlic)

- **Price** (set a price per variation, if applicable)

4. Click **Submit** to save the variation.

Each variation will now be available under the selected menu item, giving your customers more choices.

### **Step 4: Create Add-ons**

Add-ons help you upsell extra items such as sauces, sides, or toppings.

To create add-ons:

1. Go to **Menu Management → Add-ons**.

2. You’ll find the following options:

- **List** – View and manage your add-ons.

- **Bulk Import / Bulk Export** – Upload or export add-ons in Excel format.

3. Click **List**.

4. Enter the **Add-on Name** (e.g., Cheese, Extra Sauce, Fries) and **Price**.

5. Click **Submit** to create the add-on.

### **Step 5: Attach Add-ons to Food Items**

Now that your add-ons are created, you can link them to specific food items.

1. Go to **Menu Management → Food**.

2. Select the menu item you want to customize.

3. From the *Add-ons* section, choose the desired add-ons from your existing list.

4. Click **Submit** to save the changes.

The selected add-ons will now appear as optional extras when customers order that menu item.

### **Pro Tips for Better Menu Management**

- Use **high-resolution images** and consistent naming conventions.

- Add **clear descriptions** and allergen details to improve customer trust.

- Use **Variations** for size or flavor differences, and **Add-ons** for extra toppings or sides.

- Take advantage of **Bulk Import** if you’re uploading a large menu.

That’s It! You’ve successfully learned how to add menu items, variations, and add-ons to your myRestro website.

With these simple steps, you can create a dynamic and interactive menu that enhances customer experience and boosts online sales.

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