When GloriaFood closes
GloriaFood’s own website says it reaches end of life on 30 April 2027, the date in Oracle’s GloriaFood end-of-life FAQ. Oracle’s food and beverage page gives 31 March 2027 for full end of service. Plan to be moved before 31 March 2027 (checked 27 October 2026).
GloriaFood migration checklist
| Step | What to do | When |
|---|---|---|
| Menu | Export or copy items, modifiers, prices and photos | Now |
| Customers | Export the customer list you are allowed to keep; check consent for marketing (CASL) | Before switching |
| Payments | Set up card processing on the new system; test a refund | 2–4 weeks before |
| Links | Replace the order button on your site, Google Business Profile, Instagram and QR codes | Switch day |
| Taxes | Check GST/HST, QST and, in Quebec, SRS / WEB-SRM billing | Before go-live |
| Old account | Keep GloriaFood live until the new system has taken real orders | After switch |
GloriaFood alternatives compared
Published prices for the main options are in online ordering systems in Canada compared. Free and low-cost options include Square Online (processing fees per sale) and DoorDash Online Ordering; each ties you to that company’s POS or delivery products.
What to look for in a replacement
- No commission per order, like GloriaFood.
- Pricing in CAD and GST/HST/PST/QST settings.
- A French ordering page for Quebec and bilingual customers.
- Help moving your menu, zones and links.
Is there a free GloriaFood alternative?
Free options exist: Square Online has a free plan with per-sale processing fees, DoorDash Online Ordering has no monthly or commission fee. For other providers, such as Relayfy (relayfy.com), see their site. Each has trade-offs, such as ties to a POS, a marketplace or customer fees (checked 27 October 2026).
See prices in our comparison of ordering systems in Canada.
What Chefzi offers
- Your own ordering website, on your domain or a Chefzi link, with your menu, photos and opening hours.
- Staff order app on Google Play (coming soon to the App Store) to take and manage orders; customers order on your website.
- Delivery, pickup and dine-in from one menu, with delivery zones and fees by distance.
- Kitchen tablet and printer for incoming orders, with sound alerts.
- Card and cash payments. Card payments are paid out to your own account.
- Customer list and offers you control: promo codes, reorders and loyalty-style deals.
- English and French ordering pages, for Quebec and bilingual markets.
- Taxes your way: set GST, HST, PST or QST rates so they show correctly on checkout and receipts.
Plan the move
Follow the step-by-step GloriaFood migration checklist.
Chefzi pricing
- Cash and pickup: $17 CAD per location per month.
- Card payments: $35 CAD per location per month.
- Setup is free. Plans are month-to-month, with no commission per order. See pricing.
About this page
Reviewed by the Chefzi team. Last updated 27 October 2026. Learn about Chefzi or contact us.
Frequently asked questions
When does GloriaFood close?
GloriaFood’s own website says it reaches end of life on 30 April 2027, the date in Oracle’s GloriaFood end-of-life FAQ. Oracle’s food and beverage page gives 31 March 2027 for full end of service. Plan to be moved before 31 March 2027 (checked 27 October 2026).
Is there a free GloriaFood alternative?
Free options exist: Square Online has a free plan with per-sale processing fees, DoorDash Online Ordering has no monthly or commission fee. For other providers, such as Relayfy (relayfy.com), see their site. Each has trade-offs, such as ties to a POS, a marketplace or customer fees (checked 27 October 2026).
Is Chefzi free like GloriaFood?
No. Chefzi is a flat monthly fee with no commission per order. See pricing.
Can I move my GloriaFood menu?
Yes. Follow the GloriaFood migration guide.
When does GloriaFood shut down?
GloriaFood’s own website says it reaches end of life on 30 April 2027, the date in Oracle’s GloriaFood end-of-life FAQ. Oracle’s food and beverage page gives 31 March 2027 for full end of service. Plan to be moved before 31 March 2027 (checked 27 October 2026).
Can I move my GloriaFood menu to Chefzi?
Yes. Send us your menu export or link during the demo and we set it up; you check it before going live.
What will I pay after GloriaFood?
A monthly fee for the new system plus card processing (for example 2.9% + C$0.30 on Stripe standard pricing). GloriaFood’s own paid add-ons stop with the service.