Many in the hospitality industry are still struggling to recover their in-house business post-pandemic. As restaurants, pubs, and bars work to regain momentum, targeted promotions and events have become essential for filling seats and bringing patrons back. While happy hour deals have long been a staple, businesses are now getting creative with special promotions like half-price wine nights, wing nights, and themed events to attract new customers and expand their reach.
But how do you ensure your local audience sees these offers? The answer: AI-powered Google Display Ads that automatically reach engaged customers at the right time and place. With Shoptoit’s QuickAds, you can do it all—no agency, experience, or expertise required.
The Taco Tuesday Success Story
One restaurant put QuickAds AI-powered Google Ads to the test with a simple display campaign promoting their Taco Tuesday special. The results? An impressive return on investment. Here’s what happened:
- Target Audience: People within a 20km radius
- Schedule: Tuesdays from 4:00 – 7:00 PM
- Daily Budget: $5.00
- Ad Impressions Delivered: 4,973
- Average Cost Per Thousand Impressions (CPM): $1.03
- Increased Sales: +$1,300 over the previous week
- Return on Ad Spend (ROAS): $260 in revenue for every $1 spent
Yes, you read that right. For just $5 a day, this small restaurant turned AI-powered Google advertising into a 260x return on investment—all by ensuring the right customers saw their promotion at the right time.
Expanding Your Customer Base with Display Ads
By running highly targeted, low-cost campaigns, businesses can keep their seats filled while keeping ad spend under control. And thanks to AI automation, there’s no need for marketing expertise or manual adjustments—the QuickAds system does the heavy lifting for you.
How to Set Up an AI-Driven Ad Campaign for Your Restaurant
Running effective Google Ads for a restaurant or bar doesn’t have to be time-consuming. With an AI-powered tool like QuickAds, you can create a monthly schedule that consistently attracts new customers while sticking to a budget. Here’s an example of a campaign strategy:
| Campaign | Run Days | Run Times | Daily Budget |
| Lunch Special | Mon-Fri | 10am-1pm | $10 |
| ½ Price Wine | Tuesdays | 3pm-7pm | $15 |
| Wing Wednesday | Wednesdays | 3pm-7pm | $10 |
Monthly Ad Budget: $300
With just a few clicks, you can launch campaigns that run automatically, ensuring that your promotions consistently reach the right audience.
Get Started Today
If you’re looking to increase foot traffic and maximize your marketing budget, AI-driven Google Ads are the game-changer your business needs. Start your first campaign with QuickAds today and see results in as little as two days—no agency required.
Ready to bring more customers through your doors? Click here to learn more.
