A new chapter
for your quiet hours.
Turn low-traffic afternoon hours into predictable, recurring revenue. Reserve select tables for remote professionals, automate 2-second check-ins, and protect regular dining.
8 of 8 Work Seats Reserved (1:30 PM – 5:30 PM)
+$72.00 today
Calculate your quiet hours profit
See how much incremental revenue empty afternoon tables generate with CafeWorko.
Only allocate tables that currently sit empty between lunch and dinner.
Typical afternoon window (e.g. 1:30 PM to 5:30 PM). Lunch & dinner dining remain 100% protected.
Covers a guaranteed reserved seat, high-speed Wi-Fi access, and optional beverage credit.
Monthly Net Revenue Lift
Equals $24,432 in new annual high-margin income
14-day free trial · No payment card required · Set up in 5 minutes
“Remote workers used to nurse one coffee for four hours. With CafeWorko, they happily buy a reserved pass upfront and order lunch.”
— Artisan Roastery Partner, 12 Dedicated Work Seats
Stop fighting campers.
Monetize them on your terms.
Putting up an aggressive “No Laptops” sign hurts your brand and leaves tables empty during the 2:00 PM – 5:30 PM slump.
CafeWorko transforms that awkward dynamic. You specify which tables can be booked and set strict session windows. Remote guests feel welcomed and respected, while your food service stays completely protected.
Everything your team needs to host guests smoothly
Explore the four core engines powering CafeWorko for independent cafés and multi-branch roasteries.
Visual Floorplan & Seat Allocation
Designate exactly which tables welcome remote workers, and which remain strictly reserved for dining and walk-ins. Mark power outlets, quiet zones, and window spots.
- ✓Protect dinner tables — only selected work seats can ever be booked
- ✓Set specific seat amenities (high-speed Wi-Fi, 230V power plugs, call booths)
- ✓Live drag-and-drop floor designer tailored for tablets and laptops
How CafeWorko works on a typical day
Designate Your Work Seats
Select which tables welcome remote workers (e.g. back tables with power) and set your quiet-hour times.
Share Your Direct Link
Place your custom booking link on Instagram bio, Google Business Profile, or a small QR placard on your door.
Guests Prepay Upfront
Customers book their seat and pay in advance. Zero risk of no-shows; funds land straight in your ledger.
2-Second Check-In & Payout
Guests flash their QR code at the counter. Barista scans it in 2 seconds. Session ends automatically on time.
Unmanaged laptop camping vs. CafeWorko
The Unpredictable Slump
- ✕Guests buy 1 black coffee and stay 4 hours occupying large tables
- ✕Awkward staff confrontations asking laptop users to clear for dinner
- ✕Zero guaranteed revenue during the 2:00 PM – 5:30 PM slump
- ✕Frustrated diners leave when all 4-top tables are held by solo workers
Predictable Monetization
- ✓Prepaid session pass upfront before guest arrives, zero no-shows
- ✓Session countdown notifies guest politely; tables clear in time for dinner
- ✓Guaranteed $2,400 – $4,800+ in extra monthly seat revenue
- ✓Dining booths and lunch tables stay 100% protected for food service
Turn quiet tables into reliable profit.
Direct reservations from your Instagram, website, and Google Maps carry 0% marketplace commission. Free 14-day trial on all tiers with no credit card required.
Starter
1 LocationFor Independent Coffee Shops
Billed $180/year (Save 20%)
- 1 Location & 10 bookable seatsProtect dining tables while monetizing perimeter seats
- 0% commission on direct bookingsZero fee for guests booking from your Instagram or Maps
- Branded booking link & counter QR kitPrintable ready-to-use counter stands & window stickers
- 2-second counter QR check-inRuns on any barista phone, tablet or host screen
- Lunch & dinner rush lockoutsAutomatically block bookings during busy food hours
- Self-serve guest reschedule & cancelReduces barista interruptions by 90%
- Basic revenue & RevPASH reportsTrack afternoon occupancy and seat yield
- Standard email support (24h SLA)
14-day free trial · No card required
Growth
Up to 3 LocationsMost Popular for Specialty Cafés
Billed $288/year (Save 20%)
- Up to 3 locations & 30 seats / locIndependent zoning for patio, bar, and communal tables
- 0% commission on direct bookingsKeep 100% of revenue from your own followers
- Interactive SVG floor-plan designerVisual drag-and-drop table layout matching your room
- Peak dining rush protection engineAutomated quiet-hour switching with walk-in safeguards
- Bundled F&B coffee/pastry creditsIncludes beverage credit on pass to boost kitchen margin
- Walk-in kiosk & instant counter seatingSeat spontaneous remote guests in 5 seconds
- CafeWorko Marketplace listingGet discovered by verified remote workers in your city
- Real-time RevPASH & dwell analyticsBenchmark quiet hour revenue vs dining averages
- SMS & email guest confirmationsAutomated directions, Wi-Fi details & booking reminders
- Priority email & live chat support (4h)
14-day free trial · No card required
Professional
Up to 10 LocationsFor High-Volume Venues & Roasteries
Billed $588/year (Save 20%)
- Up to 10 locations & unlimited seatsScale across your entire regional roastery group
- All Growth tier features included
- 5-tier staff roles & permissions (RBAC)Separate Owner, Store Manager, Host, Barista & Accountant
- Barista Front-Desk Kiosk with timersLive seat map, session countdowns, and 1-tap +30m extensions
- Work-Ready 100-Point Score badgeCertified speed, power & noise ranking for higher search visibility
- Custom no-show & cancellation policySet automated deposit forfeits and grace period cutoffs
- Overstay warnings & gentle promptsPolite automated guest notifications when time expires
- Accounting general ledger CSV & JSONOne-click export for Xero, QuickBooks, and tax filing
- Dedicated 30-min onboarding specialistWe set up your floor plan and working hours with you
14-day free trial · No card required
Business
Up to 25 LocationsFor Regional Chains & Multi-Unit Franchises
Billed $1188/year (Save 20%)
- Up to 25 locations & unlimited seats
- All Professional tier features included
- Multi-branch executive dashboardCompare RevPASH, dwell times, and net margin across units
- Automated waitlists & SMS queue alertsGuests join queue and get SMS when a work seat opens
- Multi-tier seat categories & boothsPrice focus booths, window counters, and tables differently
- Webhooks & REST API accessSync reservations into your internal BI and data warehouse
- Custom domain & branded email senderWhite-label guest experience (work.yourbrand.com)
- 99.9% uptime SLA guaranteeContractually backed infrastructure reliability
- Dedicated Customer Success ManagerQuarterly optimization reviews and revenue tuning
14-day free trial · No card required
Enterprise
Unlimited LocationsFor Global Chains & Hotel Groups
Tailored volume pricing & custom MSA
- Unlimited locations & global fleet rollout
- White-label iOS/Android PWA wrappingNative mobile app presence for your private club or chain
- Corporate employee stipend billingAllow enterprise remote teams to bill passes directly to employers
- Two-way POS & PMS sync adaptersCustom integrations for Toast, Lightspeed, Square, Petpooja, Opera
- Enterprise SSO (SAML, Okta, Azure AD)
- 24/7 dedicated phone escalation SLA
- Bespoke security review, DPA & custom MSA
Fast response · Dedicated team
Why CafeWorko pays for itself before your second week ends.
Your café rent, barista staff wages, espresso machine depreciation, and Wi-Fi are already 100% paid fixed overhead. Every quiet table monetized between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM generates pure incremental contribution margin with near-zero added cost.
Compare all plans side-by-side
Pricing & policy questions answered
How does the 0% commission on direct bookings work?▼
Every CafeWorko account includes a dedicated direct booking URL (e.g. cafeworko.com/book/your-cafe) and a high-resolution printable QR code kit. When your customers, Instagram followers, or Google Maps visitors book through that link, you pay exactly 0% marketplace commission. You only pay your standard credit card processing fee.
Will remote workers hog tables during my busy lunch rush?▼
Never. You have total granular control over booking windows. You can set CafeWorko passes to only be valid during your quiet hours (for example, 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM and 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM). During your 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM lunch rush, workspace reservations are strictly locked out, keeping 100% of tables free for full-margin dining patrons.
How fast can my baristas check guests in at the counter?▼
In under 2 seconds. Guests display their pass QR code on their smartphone. Your barista or host simply points any mobile phone, iPad, or laptop camera at the QR code. The pass verifies instantly, reveals whether a coffee credit is included, and logs the guest into the active seat map.
Can I include a coffee or food credit in the pass price?▼
Yes, this is one of our highest-converting features. On the Growth plan and above, you can configure passes like "$12 Half-Day Pass (Includes $4 Barista Drink Credit)". Customers love having their first flat white or iced latte covered, and it guarantees high-margin kitchen engagement upon arrival.
Do I need any special hardware or POS equipment?▼
None whatsoever. CafeWorko is 100% cloud-based and responsive. It works out of the box on any smartphone, iPad, tablet, or counter laptop. If your internet ever drops, the Front-Desk Kiosk features an offline cached guest manifest so service never stops.
What happens after the 14-day free trial?▼
You can test every feature of CafeWorko completely free for 14 days without entering a credit card. If you decide CafeWorko is right for your café, simply choose the monthly or annual plan that fits your venue size. You can upgrade, downgrade, or cancel at any time with a single click in your settings.
Subscription billing is currently in free simulation mode · No credit card required to begin onboarding
Frequently asked questions by café owners
How does CafeWorko protect my busy lunch and dinner hours?▼
You have complete control over bookable hours. CafeWorko automatically locks out booking availability during your peak dining rushes. Tables can only be reserved during your designated afternoon slump or quiet morning windows.
Do I need any special POS hardware or scanners?▼
None at all. Your baristas or hosts can check guests in within 2 seconds using any existing smartphone, tablet, or laptop browser. If the internet ever drops, an offline cached manifest is always accessible.
Can I include a coffee or food credit in the pass price?▼
Yes. You can configure passes to include a coffee credit, a pastry voucher, or high-speed Wi-Fi access. Guests love knowing they have a drink covered upon arrival.
How do direct bookings work compared to marketplace bookings?▼
Every café gets a branded direct booking link and printable counter QR code. Bookings from your own Instagram, website, or door signage carry 0% marketplace commission.
What if a remote worker stays longer than their reserved session?▼
CafeWorko passes are strictly timed (e.g. 2, 3, or 4 hours). Your staff dashboard shows live session countdowns. When a session ends, the guest receives a polite notification to either pack up or extend their session with staff approval.
Ready to turn empty tables into your café's most reliable revenue?
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