OpenTable blocks allow visitors to make restaurant reservations or join waitlists directly from your website. Here's how to set it up and customize it effectively:

Prerequisites

• Active OpenTable restaurant ID
• SSL-enabled domain
• Located in supported countries: Canada, Germany, Ireland, Japan, Mexico, UK, or US
• Available in English, French, German, Japanese, and Spanish

Adding the OpenTable Block

1. Edit your page or footer
2. Click Add Block and select OpenTable
3. Click the pencil icon to open block editor
4. Enter your restaurant ID
5. Select your location domain
6. Choose your preferred language

Customization Options

• Hide title ("Make a Reservation" text)
• Remove icons from drop-down menus
• Hide OpenTable logo
• Adjust background colors
• Modify font styles through Site Styles panel

Best Practices

• Use only one OpenTable Block per page
• Place on homepage, footer, or dedicated reservations page
• For multiple restaurants, create separate pages for each location

Styling the Block

1. Access Site Styles panel
2. Adjust fonts under "Headings"
3. Modify colors in the color theme section
4. Update OpenTable Background Color
5. Customize title fonts and colors

Troubleshooting

• If block isn't displaying, view in incognito mode or while logged out
• Ensure SSL certificate is valid for mobile functionality
• For unsupported countries, use button blocks or OpenTable embed code

Note: Reservations through OpenTable Block may incur OpenTable fees. Contact OpenTable Support for details.

For waitlist-only restaurants, the block automatically displays a "Join Waitlist" button instead of reservation options.

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