AROD - RESTAURANT FOOD ORDEING APP– UI/UX DESIGN

Project Overview

AROD is a smart restaurant ordering platform designed to enhance the dining experience. It allows customers to directly place orders from their table using a mobile app, minimizing reliance on waitstaff and speeding up service. AROD also introduces an AR-based 3D food showcase, enabling customers to view their selected dishes in real-time at their table.

• Core Features

• Table Ordering: Customers can sit, browse the menu, and place orders directly from the app.

• Order Forwarding : Customer orders are instantly routed to the restaurant’s kitchen panel.

• Augmented Reality : Food Showcase: Live 3D visualization of menu items on the customer’s table.

• Dining and Takeaway: Modes: Supports both dine-in and takeaway experiences.

• Wait Time Reduction: Eliminates the need to wait for a server, improving overall service efficiency.

• Dark and Light Modes: Seamless theme switching based on user preference.

User Persona

Name : Sarah Thomas

Age : 27 years

Occupation : Marketing Executive

Tech Savviness : Comfortable using mobile apps, loves trying new tech

Goals : Quick,hassle-free ordering without waiting for service staff

Frustrations : Long waiting times at busy restaurants, difficulty explaining orders

Needs : Simple and fast way to browse menu, order, and enjoy an AR preview of dishes

Behavior : Checks online reviews, prefers tech-friendly places, enjoys new dining experiences

Functional Requirements

• QR Code Scan for table identification.

• Interactive Menu Browsing with real-time item availability.

• Instant Order Notifications sent to the kitchen system.

• Augmented Reality Integration for food model previews.

• Dual Ordering Mode: Dining and Takeaway toggle.

• Dark/Light Mode Switching : For better accessibility and experience.

• Payment Gateway Integration (optional for future release).

• Order Tracking and Status Update Panels for kitchen and service staff.ext here...

UI/UX Design Goals

• Seamless User Journey: Smooth flow from browsing to order placement.

• Minimalist, Visual-First Interface: Emphasis on rich food imagery.

• AR Experience Optimization: Fast, intuitive AR model loading and interaction.

• Mobile-First Responsiveness: Designed primarily for mobile/tablet devices.

• Theme Flexibility: Support for both dark and light themes to suit different lighting environments.

• Instant Feedback Mechanism: Real-time order confirmation and status updates.

• Brand-Centric Aesthetic: Clean, elegant visuals matching restaurant branding.