Frequently Asked Questions
General Questions
What is Restoria?
Restoria is a premium restaurant management theme built on Botble CMS (Laravel framework). It's designed specifically for restaurants, cafés, bars, and food service businesses to create professional websites with built-in reservation systems, menu management, and more.
Do I need coding knowledge to use Restoria?
No, you don't need coding knowledge for basic setup and daily management. The theme includes:
- Visual page builder with drag-and-drop
- User-friendly admin panel
- Pre-built templates and layouts
- Comprehensive documentation
However, basic HTML/CSS knowledge helps for advanced customizations.
Can I use Restoria for multiple restaurants?
Each restaurant website requires its own license. Options:
- Single Restaurant: One Regular License
- Restaurant Chain: Multiple Regular Licenses or Extended License
- Different Domains: Separate license for each
Is Restoria mobile-friendly?
Yes! Restoria is 100% responsive and mobile-optimized:
- Touch-friendly interface
- Mobile-specific menu navigation
- Optimized reservation forms for mobile
- Fast loading on mobile networks
- Tested on all major mobile devices
Installation Questions
What are the hosting requirements?
Minimum Requirements:
- PHP 8.2 or higher
- MySQL 5.7+ or MariaDB 10.3+
- 256MB PHP memory limit
- Apache/Nginx web server
- SSL certificate (recommended)
Recommended Hosting Providers:
- DigitalOcean
- AWS/Google Cloud
- SiteGround
- Cloudways
- Any VPS with root access
How do I install Restoria?
Three installation methods available:
- Web Installer (easiest): Upload files and follow wizard
- Command Line: For developers using SSH
- Docker: For containerized deployments
See Installation Guide for details.
Can I install Restoria on localhost?
Yes, perfect for development and testing:
- Use XAMPP, WAMP, or MAMP
- Laravel Valet for Mac
- Docker for any platform
- Ensure PHP 8.2+ is installed
How long does installation take?
Typical installation times:
- Web Interface: 15-30 minutes
- Command Line: 10-15 minutes
- With Sample Data: Additional 5-10 minutes
- Complete Setup: 1-2 hours including customization
Features Questions
What reservation features are included?
Comprehensive reservation system:
- Online table booking
- Time slot management
- Capacity control
- Email confirmations
- SMS notifications (with setup)
- Reservation calendar
- Waitlist management
- Special requests field
- Table assignment
Can I create different menu types?
Yes, multiple menu formats:
- Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner menus
- Daily Specials
- Seasonal Menus
- Drinks & Wine Lists
- Catering Menus
- Kids Menu
- Dietary-specific Menus
Does it support online ordering?
Yes, with additional setup:
- Basic ordering system included
- Integration with delivery platforms
- Payment gateway support
- Order management dashboard
- Customer notifications
Can I add multiple languages?
Yes, full multi-language support:
- Unlimited languages
- RTL language support
- Easy translation interface
- Language switcher widget
- SEO-friendly URLs per language
Is there a gallery feature?
Yes, comprehensive gallery system:
- Multiple gallery types
- Lightbox effects
- Video galleries
- Instagram integration
- Categorized galleries
- Masonry/Grid layouts
Customization Questions
Can I change colors and fonts?
Yes, extensive customization options:
- Colors: Full color picker for all elements
- Fonts: Google Fonts integration
- Layouts: Multiple layout options
- Spacing: Adjust padding/margins
- No coding required
Can I use my own logo?
Yes, easy logo management:
- Upload via Theme Options
- Supports PNG, JPG, SVG
- Separate mobile logo option
- Retina-ready support
- Favicon upload
Can I modify the homepage?
Yes, fully customizable:
- 5 pre-built homepage variations
- Drag-and-drop page builder
- Unlimited layout possibilities
- Add/remove sections
- Reorder content blocks
How do I add custom CSS/JavaScript?
Multiple methods:
- Theme Options: Custom CSS/JS fields
- Child Theme: For extensive modifications
- Plugin: Create custom plugin
- Direct Edit: Modify theme files (not recommended)
Payment & Pricing Questions
What payment gateways are supported?
Integrated payment gateways:
- PayPal
- Stripe
- Square
- Razorpay
- Bank Transfer
- Cash on Delivery
- Custom gateways (with development)
Can I create promotional offers?
Yes, promotional features include:
- Discount codes
- Happy hour pricing
- Special event pricing
- Early bird discounts
- Group discounts
- Seasonal promotions
Is there a booking fee feature?
Yes, you can:
- Add reservation deposits
- Set cancellation policies
- Charge booking fees
- Implement no-show fees
- Configure refund rules
Technical Questions
How do I backup my website?
Multiple backup methods:
- Built-in Backup: Admin → Tools → Backup
- Hosting Backup: cPanel/hosting provider
- Plugin Backup: Compatible backup plugins
- Manual Backup: Database + files
How do I update Restoria?
Easy update process:
- Backup your site
- Download update from CodeCanyon
- Upload new files
- Run update script
- Clear cache
See Upgrade Guide for details.
What if something breaks after update?
Recovery steps:
- Restore from backup
- Check error logs
- Clear all caches
- Disable custom code
- Contact support
Is Restoria SEO-friendly?
Yes, built-in SEO features:
- Clean URL structure
- Meta tags management
- Schema markup for restaurants
- XML sitemap
- Fast loading times
- Mobile optimization
- Social media integration
Support Questions
How do I get support?
Support channels:
- Documentation: Comprehensive guides
- Ticket System: https://botble.ticksy.com
- Email: [email protected]
- Community Forum: User community
What's included in support?
Support covers:
- ✅ Bug fixes
- ✅ Installation help
- ✅ Configuration assistance
- ✅ Update guidance
- ❌ Custom development
- ❌ Third-party plugins
- ❌ Server configuration
How fast is support response?
Typical response times:
- Critical Issues: 12-24 hours
- General Questions: 24-48 hours
- Weekend/Holidays: May be delayed
- Time Zone: Singapore (GMT+8)
Can you customize Restoria for me?
We offer:
- Basic guidance included in support
- Custom development services (paid)
- Recommended developers list
- Freelancer connections
Common Issues
Why is my site loading slowly?
Common causes and solutions:
- Large images: Optimize/compress images
- Slow hosting: Upgrade hosting plan
- No caching: Enable caching
- Too many plugins: Disable unused plugins
- Database issues: Optimize database
Why aren't emails sending?
Email troubleshooting:
- Configure SMTP settings
- Check spam folder
- Verify email credentials
- Test with different provider
- Check server mail function
Why is the reservation form not working?
Common fixes:
- Check form settings
- Verify email configuration
- Clear cache
- Check date/time settings
- Review capacity limits
How do I fix mixed content errors?
After enabling SSL:
- Update site URL to HTTPS
- Update database URLs
- Check theme options
- Clear all caches
- Use SSL checker tools
Migration Questions
Can I migrate from WordPress?
Yes, but requires manual migration:
- Export content from WordPress
- Import to Restoria format
- Recreate menus and settings
- Set up redirects
- Test thoroughly
Can I change domains?
Yes, domain change process:
- Backup current site
- Update license for new domain
- Change URLs in database
- Update configuration
- Set up redirects
Can I clone for staging?
Yes, for development:
- Same license works for staging
- Use subdomain or subfolder
- Don't run two production sites
- Clearly mark as staging
Legal Questions
Can I remove footer credits?
Yes, but:
- Visual credits can be removed
- Keep copyright in source code
- Consider supporting developers
Can I white-label for clients?
With Regular License:
- Remove visible branding
- Add your branding
- Transfer license to client
- Provide your support
What about GDPR compliance?
GDPR features included:
- Cookie consent banner
- Privacy policy template
- Data export tools
- User data deletion
- Consent checkboxes
Need More Help?
If your question isn't answered here, check our documentation or contact support.