Features

Complete Platform Features

Everything You Need for Authentic Dining Experiences

Discover all the features that make Guestaurant™ the premier platform for intimate dining experiences in Charleston

For Venues & Hosts

Powerful tools to manage your events, grow your business, and create memorable experiences

Event Management

Create, edit, and manage dinner events with full control over dates, pricing, and capacity

Recurring Events

Set up weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly recurring dinners automatically

Instant Booking

Enable instant booking for guests or require approval for each reservation

Photo Galleries

Upload multiple photos of your space, dishes, and ambiance

Flexible Pricing

Set your own per-seat pricing and offer optional cooking lesson add-ons — no platform-imposed maximum

Application Management

Review guest applications, accept or reject bookings, view guest ratings

Guest Messaging

Direct messaging system to communicate with guests before and after events

Review Responses

Respond to guest reviews and build your reputation

Earnings Dashboard

Track total earnings, pending payments, and financial performance

Analytics & Insights

View booking trends, guest demographics, and popular menu items

Performance Metrics

Monitor occupancy rates, average ratings, and growth metrics

Payout History

Access complete transaction history and download financial reports

Background Checks

Verified host status after background check approval

Booking Notifications

Real-time notifications for new bookings, messages, and reviews

Privacy Controls

Exact address only revealed to confirmed guests 48 hours before event

Content Moderation

Flag inappropriate reviews and manage venue reputation

For Guests

Find, book, and enjoy unique dining experiences with ease and confidence

Interactive Map View

Browse events on an interactive map showing approximate locations

Advanced Search & Filters

Filter by cuisine, date range, price, neighborhood, and dietary options

Calendar View

See all your bookings in a visual calendar layout

Instant Booking

Book select events instantly without waiting for approval

Cooking Lessons

Arrive early for optional cooking lessons with venue hosts

Wishlist

Save favorite events to your wishlist for future booking

Review System

Leave ratings and reviews for venues and experts after events

Direct Messaging

Message hosts and experts directly through the platform

Follow System

Follow your favorite venues and get updates on their events

Verified Hosts

Book with confidence - all hosts undergo background checks

Secure Payments

Safe payment processing (Stripe integration ready)

Booking Management

View, manage, and cancel bookings from your dashboard

Event Reminders

Get reminders for upcoming dinners and address reveals

Event Galleries

View photos of dishes, venues, and past events before booking

Review Flagging

Report inappropriate content to maintain community standards

Background Verification

Complete background check to access exclusive events

For Chefs

Offer private dining experiences and showcase your culinary talent to a local audience

Chef Profile

Showcase your culinary expertise and signature dishes

Dish Showcase

Upload photos of your signature dishes and specialties

Availability Management

Set your available dates and times for bookings

Flexible Pricing

Set per-person rates and optional cooking lesson pricing

Guest Requirements

Set minimum number of guests needed for each booking

Direct Messaging

Communicate with hosts and guests about menus and preferences

Reviews & Ratings

Build credibility with guest reviews and ratings

Booking Dashboard

Manage bookings, earnings, and performance metrics

Booking Notifications

Receive instant notifications for new booking requests

Booking Management

Approve, confirm, or decline booking requests

Verified Status

Background-checked chef badge for credibility

Earnings Tracking

Track all bookings, payments, and earnings

For Experts

Share your Charleston expertise and help visitors experience the city like a local

Expert Profile

Showcase your Charleston expertise and culinary knowledge

Availability Management

Set your available dates and time slots

Custom Pricing

Set your hourly or per-session rates

Guest Communication

Message guests to plan perfect Charleston experiences

Build Reputation

Earn reviews and ratings from satisfied guests

Verified Status

Background-checked expert badge for credibility

Booking Notifications

Get notified when guests request your services

Booking Approval

Review and approve guest booking requests

Platform-Wide Features

Background Checks

All hosts, guests, and experts verified

In-App Messaging

Secure communication between all users

Review System

Two-way reviews with moderation

Privacy First

Addresses revealed only to booked guests

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