M4Bistro - Advanced Restaurant & Bar Management Platform

Overview

M4Bistro is an advanced restaurant and bar management platform designed to enhance the dining experience by integrating modern technology into traditional services. This project aims to provide a seamless experience for customers, allowing them to book tables, order food, and manage payments through a unified system accessible via both an app and a website.

Key Features

1. Table Booking: Customers can effortlessly book tables at their preferred restaurant or bar through the M4Bistro app or website. This feature ensures that customers can secure their spot without the hassle of waiting.

2. Food Ordering: M4Bistro includes a comprehensive food ordering system, enabling customers to place orders directly from the app or website. Whether dining in or opting for delivery, customers have the convenience of choosing between cash on delivery (COD) or online payment options.

3. QR Code-Based Digital Menu: Each table in the restaurant or bar is equipped with a unique QR code. Once scanned, this code opens a digital menu specific to that table. Customers can browse the menu, place their orders, and manage their dining experience without needing a physical menu or server assistance. This system also automatically associates the order with the correct table, streamlining the ordering process.

4. Bill Generation and Payment: When customers are ready to leave, the system generates a bill based on their orders. They can then choose to pay through the app or website, using either COD or online payment methods. This automated process enhances efficiency and reduces the chances of billing errors.

User-Specific Dashboards

M4Bistro is designed with multiple dashboards tailored to the needs of different user roles within the restaurant:

• Chef Dashboard: Provides chefs with real-time updates on orders, allowing them to manage and prioritize cooking tasks efficiently.
• Manager Dashboard: Allows managers to oversee restaurant operations, manage bookings, and track order statuses to ensure smooth service.
• Cashier Dashboard: Enables cashiers to manage payments, generate bills, and process transactions, ensuring a streamlined payment process for customers.

Technologies Used

Backend: The backend of M4Bistro is powered by Python, Django, and Django Rest Framework (DRF). These technologies were chosen for their ability to create a robust, scalable, and secure backend system that can handle complex processes such as order management, payment processing, and real-time updates.

Frontend: The frontend is developed using Flutter, ensuring a smooth and consistent user experience across both mobile and web platforms. Flutter's capability to create responsive and visually appealing interfaces was key in delivering a high-quality user experience.

Team

• Himanshu Chaurasia: Backend Development (Python, Django, DRF)
• Ajay Malviya: Frontend Development (Flutter)

Conclusion

M4Bistro represents the next step in the evolution of restaurant and bar services, combining traditional hospitality with cutting-edge technology. As the backend developer for this project, I was responsible for building and optimizing the core systems that ensure a seamless experience for both customers and restaurant staff. Through our collaboration, M4Bistro has become a comprehensive solution that meets the diverse needs of modern dining establishments, offering a blend of convenience, efficiency, and innovation.