How to Get Your Restaurant on DoorDash Using a Free Site from Square

For restaurant owners, being on DoorDash can open the door to more customers, higher order volume, and increased brand visibility. The good news? If you use Square—or are willing to sign up—you can set up a free online ordering site that connects directly to DoorDash without the need for costly web development. Here’s how to make it happen.

Step 1: Set Up Your Free Square Online Ordering Site

Square offers a free website builder specifically designed for restaurants. Sign up for a Square account if you don’t already have one. From your dashboard, navigate to the Online section and choose Square Online. Select the “Restaurant” option to ensure your site is tailored for menus, modifiers, and delivery services.

With Square’s templates, you can quickly add your menu items, descriptions, photos, and prices. The interface is intuitive—simply upload your dishes, categorize them, and arrange them in a way that’s easy for customers to browse.

Step 2: Enable Delivery Fulfillment

Once your menu is ready, you’ll need to enable delivery options. In your Square Online settings, go to Fulfillment and select Delivery. Here, you can choose to integrate directly with on-demand delivery partners—this is where DoorDash comes into play.

Square’s partnership with DoorDash allows you to use their drivers without needing your own delivery staff. You set the delivery zone, fees, and minimum order amounts, while DoorDash handles the logistics.

Step 3: Connect to DoorDash via Square

In your Delivery Settings, look for the option to turn on On-Demand Delivery and choose DoorDash as your provider. This integration means customers ordering through your Square site will have their food delivered by DoorDash drivers automatically—no separate listing or setup on DoorDash’s marketplace is required.

You’ll also have the option to appear on DoorDash’s marketplace if you want extra exposure. If you enable this, your restaurant will show up when customers search on the DoorDash app or website, potentially bringing in more orders.

Step 4: Customize and Test Your Site

Before going live, customize your website with your restaurant’s branding—add your logo, colors, and high-quality food images. Include key information such as hours of operation, contact details, and any delivery restrictions.

Place a few test orders to ensure everything works smoothly. Check that items display correctly, modifiers are functional, and delivery fees are accurate.

Step 5: Promote Your Online Ordering Link

Once your site is live, share it everywhere—on social media, Google Business Profile, your in-store signage, and even on receipts. Directing customers to order from your Square site can save you on marketplace commissions and build direct relationships with them.

By using Square’s free online ordering site and integrating DoorDash delivery, you can quickly offer professional delivery services without hefty startup costs. It’s a streamlined way to get your restaurant into customers’ homes—and onto their dinner tables—faster.