A Simple Old-School Tool with Modern Marketing Power
In the fast-paced digital world, many restaurant owners focus on social media ads, influencer marketing, and online delivery platforms. But sometimes, the most effective strategy is the simplest one — one that literally hangs right on your customer’s door.
That’s where custom printed door hangers come in.
They’re direct, personal, and impossible to scroll past.
In this case study, we’ll show you how real restaurants and cafés used custom printed door hangers from GoBoxAd to boost local visibility, drive walk-in traffic, and grow their community presence.
Case Study 1: Turning Foot Traffic into Loyal Café Customers
The Challenge:
A small coffee shop in Brooklyn had great coffee and friendly service but struggled to attract nearby office workers and apartment residents. Online ads weren’t delivering enough local results — people in the neighborhood simply didn’t know the café existed.
The GoBoxAd Solution:
We helped them design a custom double-sided door hanger campaign.
One side featured their signature latte and “Buy 1 Get 1 Free” offer.
The other side included a QR code linking to their loyalty card app and business hours.
The GoBoxAd printing team recommended:
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Heavy 16pt card stock for a professional feel
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Matte lamination to prevent fingerprints and water smudges
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Bright color blocking that matched their brand identity
The Result:
Within two weeks, the café distributed 2,000 door hangers around nearby apartments. The response was immediate:
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A 22% increase in weekday morning sales
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Dozens of first-time customers who redeemed the door hanger coupon
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More followers on Instagram and positive Google reviews mentioning “found you through your flyer!”
Key Takeaway: Physical marketing still works — especially when it’s local, visual, and value-driven.
Case Study 2: A Restaurant’s Door-to-Door Comeback After Renovation
The Challenge:
A family-owned restaurant in Queens had been closed for three months due to renovations. When they reopened, they wanted to let the neighborhood know they were back — but didn’t want to rely only on online announcements.
The GoBoxAd Solution:
We created custom door hangers highlighting their reopening and new menu.
Instead of generic “We’re Open!” flyers, the door hanger design included:
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A mouth-watering photo of their signature pasta dish
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A 10% discount for dine-in customers
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Their restaurant’s new operating hours
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A QR code linking to an online reservation system
The campaign message:
“We’ve missed you — Come taste what’s new!”
To save time, GoBoxAd also provided bundled printing and delivery service, helping the restaurant reach 3,000 nearby homes before opening weekend.
The Result:
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The first weekend after distribution was fully booked.
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Their door hangers were spotted on social media — people loved the design.
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Within a month, the restaurant recovered nearly 40% of its reopening cost from new customer traffic alone.
Key Takeaway: Door hangers aren’t just for discounts — they can be powerful tools to announce milestones and reconnect with your community.
Case Study 3: A Café Expands Its Catering Service Through Local Outreach
The Challenge:
A boutique café in Manhattan wanted to promote its new office catering and coffee delivery service. Their target audience wasn’t online coffee fans — it was local office managers and building staff.
The GoBoxAd Solution:
Instead of traditional flyers, we designed a custom die-cut door hanger shaped like a coffee mug — instantly recognizable and brand-specific.
The design included:
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A short message: “Your office deserves better coffee.”
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An easy-to-scan QR code leading to their catering menu
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Contact info and minimum order details
The café distributed hangers to commercial buildings, coworking spaces, and lobbies using a simple tracking system — each hanger had a small code so they could measure where calls came from.
The Result:
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30 new catering clients within the first two months
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Over 60 online menu scans tracked from QR codes
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A consistent increase in weekday orders from nearby offices
Key Takeaway: Creative shapes and targeted distribution turn a basic door hanger into a mini billboard that gets noticed — and remembered.
Case Study 4: Restaurants Using Door Hangers for Seasonal Promotions
The Challenge:
A casual dining restaurant in Long Island wanted to increase holiday takeout orders but didn’t have a big online ad budget.
The GoBoxAd Solution:
We designed festive holiday-themed door hangers featuring:
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A photo of their family-sized meal package
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A QR code to pre-order online
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A “Scan & Save $5” promo
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Printed on thick glossy stock for a festive shine
Distribution was done two weeks before Christmas to nearby residential neighborhoods.
The Result:
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35% boost in takeout orders during the holiday week
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Nearly every redeemed coupon came from local households
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The restaurant decided to repeat the campaign for Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day
Key Takeaway: Seasonal designs keep your marketing fresh and help you compete with big-chain promotions.
What These Case Studies Prove
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Local works best — Door hangers reach people within walking distance.
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Design matters — A professional, brand-matched print reflects credibility.
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Calls to action convert — QR codes, coupons, and limited-time offers drive results.
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Consistency builds awareness — Distribute monthly or quarterly to stay top-of-mind.
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Partnership saves time — With GoBoxAd, you can handle printing, design, and even delivery in one place.
Why Restaurants and Cafés Trust GoBoxAd
At GoBoxAd, we understand that restaurants don’t just need printing — they need results.
Our door hanger printing service includes:
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Custom sizes and die-cut shapes
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Water-resistant and tear-resistant options
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Low minimum orders for local campaigns
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Design support for branding and layout
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Free local delivery for NYC-area clients
We help restaurants turn paper marketing into real revenue.
Conclusion: From Door to Door, Build a Community
Your customers are closer than you think — maybe just a few doors away.
A well-designed, well-timed door hanger campaign can introduce your café, promote your food delivery, or bring back old customers in a way that feels personal and authentic.
At GoBoxAd, we don’t just print; we help you plan, design, and execute campaigns that open doors — literally and figuratively — for your business growth.
