Compare · as of October 2026
Dalloway vs OpenTable
OpenTable has the largest diner network and a mature host stand. You pay for that reach per cover, including, owners report, for bookings that come from their own Google listing. Deposits carry a 2% service fee, and the 2026 client agreement moved restaurants to annual terms.
OpenTable: Booking Holdings · Basic $149 · Core $299 · Pro $499 per month, plus per-cover fees (third-party estimates)
| OpenTable | Dalloway | |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly subscription | $149–$499 | $179–$549 |
| Per-cover fees | $1.00–$1.50 per network cover | None |
| Example: 2,500 covers/mo, 60% from the network | ≈ $1,799/mo on Core | $349/mo on Pro |
| Fee on deposits and prepayments | 2% service fee | 0% platform fee |
| AI phone host | Through 20+ third-party partners | Included |
| Contract | 12-month auto-renewing term | Month-to-month |
| Data export | Online reservation data limited after term | Everything, any time |
| Diner account required | Optional for guests, encouraged | No account |
Credit where it's due
What OpenTable does well
- Unmatched network reach, especially for travelers and business diners.
- A reliable, mature host stand.
- A broad partner ecosystem.
When to switch
Why restaurants move to Dalloway
- Your guests already find you on Instagram and Google, and you're paying per cover to rent them back.
- You want month-to-month terms and every byte of your guest data.
- You want one AI host instead of a partner marketplace.
Sources
- Eat App: OpenTable pricing (Apr 2026)
- Philadelphia Inquirer: OpenTable 2% fee (Jan 2026)
- Restaurant Dive: client agreement updates (Apr 2026)
Prices and features change. Figures here are from OpenTable's published materials or reputable third-party reporting as of October 2026, and some are estimates where OpenTable doesn't publish prices. OpenTable is a trademark of its owner; this page is not affiliated with or endorsed by Booking Holdings. See something out of date? Email hello@getdalloway.com.
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