ChowNow: Local Food Ordering

ChowNow: Local Food Ordering

Takeout That's Fair For All.

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264 reviews
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • June 13, 2017
  • March 24, 2026

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Discover and order food from local restaurants for takeout or delivery. Customize your meals, pay securely, and track your order in real-time. Get help from 24/7 customer support.

✓Explore nearby restaurants by cuisine or deals
✓Customize menu items
✓Real-time order tracking
✓Secure and fast checkout with saved payment
✓24/7 human customer support
✓Curbside pickup options
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What users say

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What's New in ChowNow

1.73.0

March 24, 2026

We fixed some bugs and added overall enhancements to make it easier to order from the best independent restaurants.

Charts

Top Free

📉 124-4

Food & Drink

This app dropped -4 positions in Food & Drink chart.

Last updated on September 27, 2026.

User reviews

Worst app

It does not show the entire menu

Trash

Won't refund for food not delivered. Avoid and just use market leaders.

Yes but No

I want to support local businesses but there are very few restaurants, deliveries can take a very long time and it is powered by Uber.

If you want to support local businesses i guess we need to pick up our own food.

Currently waiting over an hour on a delivery from a local restaurant and I know it is going to be cold when it gets here, restaurant saved $3.65 I paid full price and Uber still took a cut.
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Wouldn’t use again

Unfortunately, I am not likely to use this service again. There isn’t much of a price difference between this and other services and on my first use (a sushi order) my delivery kept getting pushed back. The food had been picked up but the driver picked up several other orders along the way so it sat in his car for all of them. Needless to say my food was not fresh or appealing when it arrived. The company offered a 15% refund to compensate $40 worth of sushi that was not good and waffle fries that had turned to mush. The driver was very courteous and professional otherwise.
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Great!

It works exactly as I expected and is very reliable and the prices are good and I’m glad I’m not eating fast food anymore and instead eating actually prepared food it’s really good.

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User experience

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Reported Bugs

3 issues

Orders disappearing from the app

Bug

Incorrect order status updates

Bug

Inability to cancel or modify orders

Bug
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Requested Features

4 requests

Order history and status tracking

Feature

Ability to add delivery instructions

Feature

Default delivery setting option

Feature

Better integration with restaurants

Feature

FAQ

Does ChowNow have ads?

Yes, ChowNow contains advertisements. This is common for free food ordering applications that aim to provide a service without upfront costs to the user.

What is the user sentiment for ChowNow?

User reviews indicate a negative overall sentiment. While users appreciate the straightforward ordering and support for local restaurants, common complaints include unreliable delivery tracking, limited restaurant selection, and poor customer support.

How often is ChowNow updated?

ChowNow was last updated on March 24, 2026, indicating regular updates to improve functionality and address issues. The latest version is 1.73.0.

What devices support ChowNow?

ChowNow is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed for iOS users looking for local food ordering options.

Is ChowNow free to use?

Yes, ChowNow is free to download and use. The app is supported by advertisements, which allows it to offer its services without charging users directly.

What payment methods does ChowNow accept?

ChowNow supports secure payment options such as Apple Pay and allows users to save card information for fast checkout. This makes reordering your favorite meals quick and convenient.

Can I get help if I have an issue with my order on ChowNow?

Yes, ChowNow offers 24/7 customer support via chat, SMS, phone, or email. However, user reviews suggest that customer support may be poor.

What kind of restaurants can I find on ChowNow?

ChowNow features a wide variety of local restaurants, including Italian, Vietnamese, Korean, Japanese, Mexican, Thai, Greek, Chinese, French, Mediterranean, Indian, vegetarian, and vegan options. You can also find desserts and coffee.