# Ponch: Food Discovery — Pick a Dish, Find the Spot

> Find restaurants based on specific dishes you want to eat. (iPhone/iPad app by UXsimple Inc.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ponch-food-discovery/id6765912802 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [UXsimple Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896124792)
- Category: Food & Drink, Travel
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 18.6 · 23 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-05-14
- Data updated: 2026-08-19
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ponch-food-discovery/id6765912802/reviews.md

## What is Ponch?

Unfamiliar menu. You order the one dish you recognize, then spend the rest of the night wondering what you missed.

Ponch was built for that moment.

We reversed the way you find food. You pick the dish first. Then we find where to get it. The search looks for specialist venues and places where the dish is a genuine signature, not chains, not tourist traps, and never a paid placement. When a strong match doesn't exist nearby, we widen the search and tell you we did.

Know what you want? Search it. Don't? Swipe through dishes one at a time, each with a photo, what's in it, and a description that tells you what it actually tastes like.

Set your diet and allergies once. Every dish plays by them.

Free covers the city you're in. Premium covers the city you're not.

30 cuisines to explore. Thousands of reasons to stay hungry.

## Key features

- Browse dishes one at a time
- Detailed dish descriptions and flavor profiles
- Find nearby restaurants serving specific dishes
- Discover specialist venues and signature dishes
- Plan meals for upcoming travel
- Save dishes to find at home

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Subscription | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium Subscription | $34.99 | per year |


## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ponch-food-discovery/id6765912802/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Interesting

*2026-07-16*

This app totally surprised me. It recommended a small restaurant that I honestly would’ve never walked into on my own. From the outside, it didn’t look like anything special, but the food was absolutely amazing and felt genuinely authentic. That’s exactly what I was looking for real local places, not tourist traps. Definitely one of my favorite food apps now!

**Developer response:** Thank you so much! Finding those hidden local gems and authentic spots is exactly why we built the app. So glad we could help you discover a new favorite!

### 5/5 — Супер!

*2026-05-19*

Благодаря этому приложению познакомился со многими необычными и интересными блюдами рядом с собой!

## Frequently asked questions about Ponch

### What is Ponch?

Ponch is a food discovery app that allows you to find restaurants by browsing individual dishes. You can see photos, descriptions, and flavor profiles to decide what you want to eat, then find nearby spots serving it.

### How does Ponch help me find food?

Instead of searching for restaurants, Ponch lets you pick a dish first. The app then finds specialist venues and places where that dish is a signature item, prioritizing genuine local experiences over chains or tourist traps.

### Can I use Ponch when traveling?

Yes, Ponch is great for travel. You can switch to a destination before you land, browse local dishes, save ones you want to try, and arrive knowing exactly where to eat.

### Does Ponch offer a subscription?

Ponch offers a 'Cravie Subscription' with options for $3.99 per month or $34.99 per year. The annual plan includes a 7-day free trial.

### What devices does Ponch support?

Currently, Ponch is available on iPhone devices. The latest version is 1.0.2, and it was last updated on June 6, 2026.

### What is the age rating for Ponch?

Ponch has an age rating of 12+, making it suitable for most users interested in exploring food options.

### Is Ponch free to use?

Yes, Ponch is free to download and use. It does offer in-app purchases, which may include subscription plans for enhanced features.

### Does Ponch have ads?

No, Ponch does not contain advertisements. The app focuses on providing a clean user experience for food discovery.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.1.2 — 2026-08-11

Bug fixes and speed improvements

### 1.1.1 — 2026-08-04

Speed and performance improvements

### 1.1 — 2026-07-09

Our first major update gives you more control over how you search and what you see.

- Search: find specific dishes or explore entire cuisines. Easily locate tiramisu in Toronto or Japanese desserts in Miami.
- Diets: set your preference - omnivore, pescatarian, vegetarian or vegan to view the dishes made for you.
- Allergy flags: select your restrictions (dairy, gluten or nuts) and we’ll flag dishes traditionally made with those ingredients.

### 1.0.2 — 2026-06-06

- Bug fixes

### 1.0.1 — 2026-05-20

- Faster image and audio loading
- Reorganized, cleaner Profile menu
- Squashed bugs for a smoother experience

## Related topics

[food discovery app](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/food-discovery-app)

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-19.*
