A5App: orders, tables and kitchen on smartphone, tablet and computer

What A5App is

A5App is a web application for order management for restaurants, pizzerias and bars with table service. It is not a program to install on your computer and does not require a dedicated terminal: you open it in the browser like a normal website, and it turns smartphones, tablets and computers into service stations.

With A5App you open tables, take orders, send them to the kitchen or bar, follow order progress and manage bills. Staff sign in with a restaurant code and PIN, or with their own account, and several devices can work on the same data at the same time.

The main difference compared with a full restaurant management system is the scope: A5App does not handle cash, tax or invoicing; it focuses on service. It is designed for anyone who wants to digitalise orders with a simple tool, without changing the entire way the venue is managed.

Who it is for

• Restaurants and trattorias with table service.
• Pizzerias and venues with a large menu and many variations.
• Bars and venues with counter orders and fast service.
• Small businesses that want to get started without investing in dedicated hardware.

Compatible devices

A5App does not require dedicated hardware. You can use it on any device with a modern browser and an internet connection:

• Smartphone (Android or iPhone) to take orders at the table.
• Tablet as a floor, kitchen or counter station.
• Computer (Windows, macOS, Linux) at the counter or till.
• Several devices at the same time, connected to the same restaurant.

For printing orders you need a compatible Bluetooth thermal printer (ESC/POS protocol or alternative profiles selectable in the app). An Android app is also available on Google Play, useful if you want a dedicated icon on your phone.

What A5App does not do (important limitations)

To be useful and transparent, it is important to say what is not included too. A5App is not a fiscal management system: it does not issue fiscal documents and does not replace the electronic cash register or legal obligations. It does not include invoicing, accounting or advanced inventory with suppliers and documents.

Keep in mindPrinting orders depends on Web Bluetooth: on iPhone and iPad with Safari this feature may not be available. On-screen features remain usable, and you can print from an Android device or a computer.

If your goal is to manage cash and tax too, A5App can sit alongside an existing fiscal management system but does not replace it. To understand when a dedicated app is worthwhile and when you need a full management system, read the guide on affordable restaurant ordering software.

Pricing and free trial

You can start using A5App with no upfront cost, with a 15-day free trial. After the trial there is a launch promotion, then you move to the standard monthly price:

The price is monthly and does not involve long-term commitments. The homepage describes the same pricing structure in detail (go to pricing).

Getting started and support

To try A5App, open the WebApp in your browser and sign up: initial setup is guided step by step (restaurant, menu, kitchen stations and users). You can import the menu from a photo or load a demo menu to get started right away.

Support is available by email at a5app.help@gmail.com. To connect more devices or get help, the app shows a dedicated restaurant code to share with support. If you have a specific question, you will find many answers on the FAQ.