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Scan Restaurant Menus to Text

Instantly extract text, dishes, and pricing from menu photographs.

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Challenges in Menu OCR

  • Reading decorative and calligraphic typography.
  • Extracting text overlaid on colorful or busy backgrounds.
  • Aligning names of dishes with prices on separate margins.
  • Handling low-light restaurant photos with camera shake.

Decorative Font Reading

Reads calligraphic and stylized menu typography used in restaurant branding.

Dish-Price Alignment

Correctly pairs menu item names with prices even in multi-column layouts.

Background Noise Filtering

Separates text from busy food photography backgrounds and decorative patterns.

Mobile Optimization

Fully optimized for mobile captures in low-light restaurant environments.

Multi-Language Menu Support

Handles menus with dishes listed in multiple languages side by side.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does menu OCR work on mobile?

Yes, FastOCR is fully optimized for mobile browsers. Take a photo of the menu and upload it directly.

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