# The Parable Restaurant Diary — Restaurant Bookings System

> Restaurant reservation and table management system with guest database and online booking. (iPhone/iPad app by The Parable App Pty Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-parable-restaurant-diary/id1440960553 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [The Parable App Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1440960552)
- Category: Business, Productivity
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 32 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2019-04-05
- Data updated: 2026-08-23
- Monetization: subscription
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-parable-restaurant-diary/id1440960553/reviews.md

## What is The Parable Restaurant Diary?

The Parable is a full featured reservation system. Capable of table management, guest database, wait lists, online bookings, sms and email confirmations and it works offline, secured by the cloud.
 
Built to suit all restaurants, from the small local through to the big chains of the world. Designed to be reliable, concise, agile, scalable and uncomplicated.

The Parable removes the complications of handling a paperback diary and builds a database of customers and reservations, recording customer preferences and attendance which can be used to drive business time and time again to people you know that use and promote your business.

Key Features of The Parable:
• System works completely offline, and backs up to The Parable server when an internet connection is available, so your reservations are not only always accessible, but also secure.
• Your customer’s details, preferences and attendance history are all stored, allowing you to better serve your clientele.
• The Parable is designed to replace a paperback diary. Our daily notes and reminder feature allows you to type messages as you would write them in your paperback, ie call John regarding menu on the 25th October.
• We understand that all café and restaurants are different. You may have many small tables which are moved around or joined together to suit your reservations, others may have a set table layout and others may have function areas. The Parable easily handles all table management scenarios.
• We also know that different reservations require different levels of information, our reservation system allows you to add attachments (add photos of a table setup or attach a document with a running sheet), and even place a booking as a tentative.
• Daily bookings can be sorted by time, name, table area/ table number and group size. This feature assists you to seat your guests and setup your tables. Should you choose to print your guestlist, AirPrint is enabled.
• Waitlist feature is enabled, so even if you have a full house, you can still turnover tables.
• The Parable can receive bookings online and confirm reservations manually and automatically by way of email and sms.
• The Parable has subscription options (no contracts) which are scalable to the size of your business so even if you are just starting out you still have access to all that the Parable has to offer. The first month is free of charge.

We know what it's like to run a busy restaurant and café. We do it every day. So we know first hand the inefficiencies of the paper reservation diary. But we also know the benefits.
The Parable is designed to take the things you love about the "old school" reservation diary, while solving the things you hate. So you can stop trying to do a million things at once and let The Parable handle some of it for you.

Created FOR Restaurant and Café owners.
Created BY Restaurants and Café owners.

Access to The Parable requires an auto-renewing subscription with a monthly or yearly period and with options for up to 2, 3, 5 & unlimited devices. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable.

• Terms & Conditions: https://theparableapp.com/terms/
• Privacy Policy: https://theparableapp.com/privacy/

## Key features

- Table management
- Guest database
- Waitlist functionality
- Online bookings
- SMS/Email confirmations
- Offline operation
- Customer preference tracking

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 2 Devices (Monthly) | $17.99 | per month |
| 2 Devices (Yearly) | $199.99 | per year |
| 3 Devices (Monthly) | $24.99 | per month |
| 3 Devices (Yearly) | $279.99 | per year |
| 5 Devices (Monthly) | $30.99 | per month |
| 5 Devices (Yearly) | $349.99 | per year |
| Unlimited Devices (Monthly) | $24.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Devices (Yearly) | $279.99 | per year |


## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-parable-restaurant-diary/id1440960553/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Flexible and fast reservation software

*2023-03-12*

Great app. Fast setup, easy to use, handles online bookings and sms, great price. Brilliant app

### 5/5 — User Friendly, Simple and All Round Amazing

*2020-01-15*

Have been using the parable diary system for a week or so now and the transition from pen and paper to an online booking diary has been amazing for me and my staff. I Love the fact that is simple, easy to follow and very user friendly. Not having to worry about having a huge paper diary book where you feel like you are continually flicking between pages to find a date or see if you have availability has been incredible for my fast paced business. 

Love the app and can’t wait to see what the parable can continue to offer us.

### 5/5 — Great for iPad and iPhone

*2020-01-10*

This app was great on the iPad and I wasn’t sure it could work on a smaller phone screen. But the iPhone version works great and makes it easy for more staff to use the app. Great work!

**Developer response:** Thanks for the great review. We have a few more things in the pipeline coming very soon.

### 4/5 — A Diary which saved me thousands

*2019-06-04*

The is app has everything a busy restaurant needs. Best still it is a fraction of the price of the competitors, I was paying over $1000 per month at one stage, now just $18.99
It takes online bookings from my website and Facebook, sends email and sms confirmations and has a handy message service.
Setup is easy, and has table logic. 
There are a couple of features which are supposed to come on line soon regarding stats, once this comes on line it will fantastic.
Definitely can’t complain at this price.

Anthony
Restaurant Owner

## Frequently asked questions about The Parable Restaurant Diary

### What is The Parable Restaurant Diary?

The Parable Restaurant Diary is a comprehensive reservation and table management system designed for restaurants and cafes. It helps manage bookings, guest information, waitlists, and online reservations, replacing traditional paper diaries with a digital solution.

### Does The Parable Restaurant Diary work offline?

Yes, The Parable Restaurant Diary is designed to work completely offline. Your reservations are always accessible, and the system backs up to the cloud when an internet connection becomes available, ensuring data security.

### What are the subscription options for The Parable Restaurant Diary?

The Parable Restaurant Diary offers scalable subscription plans based on the number of devices needed, with monthly and yearly options. Plans include 2, 3, 5, or unlimited devices, with pricing starting at $17.99/month for 2 devices. A one-month free trial is available for all plans.

### How does The Parable Restaurant Diary handle table management?

The system is flexible and can handle various table management scenarios, from small, movable tables to fixed layouts and function areas. You can easily adjust table configurations to suit your daily reservations and seating arrangements.

### Can I store customer preferences in The Parable Restaurant Diary?

Yes, the app builds a database of customers and reservations, recording their preferences and attendance history. This data can be used to personalize service and encourage repeat business.

### How frequently is The Parable Restaurant Diary updated?

The app was last updated on July 1, 2023, with version 2.2.3. This indicates regular maintenance and potential feature additions to improve the user experience and reliability.

### What devices are compatible with The Parable Restaurant Diary?

The Parable Restaurant Diary is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, making it accessible across Apple's mobile ecosystem.

### Is The Parable Restaurant Diary suitable for small businesses?

Yes, The Parable Restaurant Diary is designed to suit all restaurants, from small local establishments to large chains. Its scalable subscription options ensure that even businesses just starting out have access to its full features.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.2.3 — 2023-07-01

Removed weather section from Today screen

### 2.2.2 — 2022-09-13

Fixed an issue with calendar view dates appearing on the wrong days

### 2.2.1 — 2022-08-09

• Bug fixes for attachments, people per hour and print functions
• Added delete account option in setting

### 2.2 — 2021-10-03

• Updated subscription offerings to a single unlimited-device plan at a new, lower price point
• Improved daily & monthly booking stats
• Improved support for newer iOS versions

### 2.1.5 — 2020-12-10

• Improved syncing performance and reliability

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