GloriaFood is Shutting Down – What Now?
If you’re one of the thousands of restaurants, takeaways or cafés using GloriaFood, you’ve probably recently heard the news that the platform is being discontinued following Oracle’s decision to close the service.
For many businesses, this has come as an unwelcome surprise. Online ordering has become an essential part of day-to-day operations, and the thought of replacing your ordering system can feel overwhelming.
The good news is that you have options, and with the right planning you can move to a new platform without disrupting your business.
Why is GloriaFood shutting down?
Oracle acquired GloriaFood as part of its hospitality software portfolio. As Oracle continues to streamline its product offering, GloriaFood is being retired, meaning businesses that currently rely on the platform will need to migrate to an alternative online ordering solution.
If your restaurant depends on online orders, it’s important not to leave the decision until the last minute. Planning your migration now gives you time to move your menus, train staff and test your new system before your existing service is affected.
What does this mean for your restaurant?
If you’re currently using GloriaFood, you’ll need to consider several important questions:
- How will customers continue ordering online?
- Can your existing menu be transferred?
- What happens to your customer database?
- Will your website need updating?
- Can your new system integrate with your POS?
- Will there be any downtime?
These are all valid concerns, but with the right migration partner they’re usually much easier to solve than many restaurant owners expect.
What should you look for in a replacement?
Not every online ordering platform is built the same. Rather than simply replacing GloriaFood with another ordering website, this is a good opportunity to upgrade your entire digital ordering experience.
We recommend looking for a system that offers:
Commission-Free Ordering
Every order should belong to your business, not a marketplace. Commission-free ordering means you keep more of your revenue.
Your Own Customer Data
Your customer database is one of your most valuable business assets. Make sure your new platform gives you full ownership of your customer information so you can encourage repeat business.
POS Integration
A modern online ordering system should connect directly with your point-of-sale system, reducing manual entry, improving accuracy and speeding up service.
Click & Collect and Delivery
Customers expect flexibility. Your platform should support collection, delivery and scheduled orders from a single system.
Mobile-Friendly Ordering
More than ever, customers are ordering from their phones. A fast, responsive ordering experience is essential for maximising conversions.
Reliable Support
When your online ordering system is responsible for taking customer orders, responsive support isn’t a luxury—it’s essential.
Can you migrate without losing customers?
In most cases, yes.
A properly managed migration allows you to:
- Recreate your existing menu
- Configure delivery areas
- Set up opening hours
- Connect your payment provider
- Integrate with your POS
- Launch your new ordering page with minimal disruption
The key is planning the migration before your current platform reaches end of service.
Why choose Amplifyr
At Amplifyr, we’ve been helping restaurants and takeaways implement modern online ordering solutions that give businesses greater control over their digital sales.
Our solution offers:
- Commission-free online ordering
- Full ownership of your customer database
- Website ordering under your own brand
- Delivery and collection management
- QR ordering
- Multi-location support
- Integration with leading restaurant POS systems
- Ongoing support from our UK & Ireland team
Rather than simply replacing GloriaFood, many businesses see this as an opportunity to modernise their ordering process and improve profitability.
Our Migration Process
We’ve designed our migration process to make switching as straightforward as possible.
1. Free Consultation
We’ll review your current GloriaFood setup and understand your business requirements.
2. System Configuration
We’ll configure your new online ordering platform to match the way your business operates.
3. Menu Migration
We’ll help recreate your menu, pricing and ordering options.
4. Testing
Before going live, we’ll thoroughly test the ordering journey to ensure everything works exactly as expected.
5. Go Live
Once you’re happy, we’ll launch your new system and provide ongoing support.
Don’t Wait Until the Last Minute
Changing online ordering platforms may feel like a challenge, but it also presents an opportunity to improve your restaurant’s technology.
By acting early, you can avoid unnecessary pressure, minimise disruption and move to a platform that’s built to support your business for years to come.
If you’re looking for a reliable GloriaFood alternative, the Amplifyr team can help you migrate smoothly with minimal downtime and expert support throughout the process.
Ready to Make the Switch?
If you’d like to discuss your GloriaFood migration, get in touch with Amplifyr for a free, no-obligation consultation. We’ll review your current setup, answer your questions and help you find the right online ordering solution for your restaurant.