Frequently Asked Questions

CoRestaurant is a comprehensive platform designed to help you discover the best restaurants in your area based on authentic customer reviews, detailed ratings, and extensive restaurant information. Our platform works by aggregating real user experiences and presenting them in an easy-to-navigate format.

Simply search by your current location or any specific area, filter by cuisine type, price range, or dietary preferences, and explore detailed restaurant profiles complete with photos, menus, opening hours, and genuine customer feedback. Whether you're looking for a quick bite or planning a special dinner, CoRestaurant makes finding the perfect dining spot effortless.

Yes, CoRestaurant is completely free to use! You can browse restaurants, read detailed reviews, view ratings, check opening hours, explore menus, and access all our core features without any cost whatsoever.

There are no hidden fees, premium subscriptions, or paid tiers. We believe that everyone should have access to reliable restaurant information to make informed dining decisions. Our platform is supported through partnerships with restaurants and targeted advertising, ensuring the service remains free for all users.

No account is required to search for restaurants, view detailed information, read reviews, or explore our platform. You can enjoy most of CoRestaurant's features as a guest user without any registration.

However, creating a free account unlocks additional benefits including the ability to write and submit your own reviews, save your favorite restaurants for quick access, receive personalized dining recommendations based on your preferences, and get notified about special offers from restaurants you love. The registration process is quick, secure, and completely optional.

Our restaurant ratings are based exclusively on authentic user reviews from verified customers who have actually visited the establishments. We employ a sophisticated weighted algorithm that considers multiple factors to ensure fairness and accuracy over time.

The system takes into account the recency of reviews (newer reviews have slightly more weight), the reviewer's history and credibility, the total number of reviews, and various quality indicators. This approach prevents manipulation while providing restaurants with fair representation that reflects their current service quality and customer satisfaction levels.

While CoRestaurant doesn't currently handle reservations directly through our platform, we make it incredibly easy for you to book a table at your chosen restaurant. Each restaurant profile includes direct links to their official website, online booking systems, or preferred reservation platforms where available.

We also provide complete contact information including phone numbers, so you can call restaurants directly to make reservations. We're constantly working to integrate more booking features, so stay tuned for updates that will make the reservation process even more seamless.

We maintain the accuracy of restaurant information through multiple channels. Our team regularly updates listings based on user reports, direct communication with restaurants, and systematic verification processes. Most basic information like location and contact details is reviewed monthly.

Additionally, restaurant owners can claim their business page to directly manage and update details such as opening hours, menu items, photos, special offers, and contact information in real-time. This ensures that the information you see is as current and accurate as possible, helping you avoid disappointments like arriving at a closed restaurant or outdated menu expectations.

Absolutely! Once you've created your free CoRestaurant account, you can write detailed reviews, assign star ratings, and upload photos of your dining experiences. We encourage honest, constructive feedback that helps other diners make informed decisions.

Your reviews should be based on actual visits and can cover various aspects like food quality, service, atmosphere, value for money, and overall experience. You can also upload photos of dishes, the restaurant interior, or any other relevant images. All reviews go through a moderation process to ensure they meet our community guidelines and provide genuine value to other users.

We're actively expanding our coverage across Switzerland and neighboring regions. Currently, we have comprehensive restaurant listings in major Swiss cities and are continuously adding new locations based on user demand and restaurant partnerships.

You can check our coverage area using the interactive map on our website, which shows exactly where we have restaurant listings. Even if your specific city isn't fully covered yet, you might still find nearby restaurants worth exploring. We're committed to expanding our reach and regularly add new areas to better serve our growing community of food enthusiasts.

Our advanced search system makes finding specific cuisines and dietary options incredibly easy. You can use our comprehensive filter system to narrow down results by cuisine type (Italian, Asian, Mediterranean, etc.), dietary requirements (vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, kosher), price range, and many other criteria.

Simply enter keywords in the search bar like "vegan pizza" or "sushi near me," or use our detailed filter options located on the search results page. You can combine multiple filters to find exactly what you're craving, whether it's budget-friendly Thai food, upscale French cuisine, or family-friendly restaurants with vegetarian options.

Restaurant owners can easily claim their business listing by visiting our dedicated "Register My Restaurant" section on the website footer. The claiming process is straightforward and typically takes just a few minutes to complete with basic verification steps.

Once claimed, restaurant owners gain access to a comprehensive management dashboard where they can update business information, respond to customer reviews, upload high-quality photos, post special offers, manage opening hours, and engage directly with their customer community. This free service helps restaurants maintain accurate information and build stronger relationships with their customers through authentic engagement and timely responses to feedback.