How Searching for a Simple Reservation System Turned Into a Whole New Chapter

How a search for a simple, affordable restaurant reservation system led to a powerful partnership with Oracle GloriaFood—and why I now offer full-service setup, website builds, marketing, and more to help restaurants thrive online.

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Keith Kalm

5/22/20252 min read

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two person's hands holding turned-on phones

Let me tell you how this all started…

Like most things I build, it began with a problem. I was working with a restaurant client who just wanted a simple way for people to book a table online—no monthly fees, no commission per reservation, no BS. Seems easy enough, right?

Wrong.

We looked at the usual suspects—OpenTable, Resy, Yelp. They all wanted a cut, or worse, they owned the customer relationship. And don’t get me started on the setup. You’d think they were onboarding you to NASA.

All we needed was something clean, easy, affordable, and fast.

Enter: GloriaFood (aka Oracle Food & Beverage)

I came across GloriaFood, now part of Oracle’s hospitality division. It offered everything we needed:

  • Seamless table reservations

  • Commission-free online ordering

  • A simple widget-based install

  • Full control over guest data

And the best part? It’s free for restaurants.

I tested it. I liked it. And more importantly—my clients loved it. Before long, I was setting it up across NEPA. So I reached out. Fast forward—


👉 Keith Kalm is now an official GloriaFood / Oracle Partner.

We’ve even built a dedicated onboarding and demo portal at NEPAFood.com—specifically for local restaurants who want to get online fast without giving up control or profits.

I Don’t Just Set You Up—I Set You Up for Success

Technology only works when you know how to use it. That’s why I offer:

  • 1-day on-site setup + training for $500
    I’ll customize it to your brand, input your menu, and walk your team through every feature—from orders to reservations to reporting.

Need more than just a reservation system?

Here’s what I also offer:

🔧 Services I Provide:

  • Custom website design + build

  • Integrated online ordering & table reservations

  • Menu design + marketing

  • Google Business + SEO setup

  • Monthly marketing packages

  • Consulting for inventory, events, and kitchen ops

Whether you’re launching a new concept or updating a legacy system, I’ll make sure your digital presence is as solid as your food.

Let's Get Your Restaurant Online Right

Want to see how GloriaFood works and what it could look like for your restaurant? Head to NEPAFood.com to explore our branded demo and request a free walkthrough.

Or just reach out directly—I’ll help you figure out what’s best for your concept, your budget, and your team.

—Keith
Hospitality Consultant. Tech Translator. Problem Solver.