HARRYWATSONCREATIVE.
Elegant restaurant interior with warm lighting

Menu Design

Typography • Layout • Print


Project Overview

A local upscale bistro approached me with a challenge: their extensive menu was overwhelming patrons, causing longer order times and decision fatigue. They needed a complete structural and visual overhaul of their printed materials to improve the dining experience.

My approach focused on typographic hierarchy and white space. By establishing a rigid grid system and assigning specific weights of the 'Outfit' font to different categories (Headers, Items, Descriptions, Prices), I created a scannable, elegant menu that guided the reader's eye naturally.

Beyond the primary dinner menu, the system was expanded into a cohesive suite of materials including cocktail lists, dessert cards, and promotional table tents, ensuring a unified brand experience from the moment guests sit down.

Role

Lead Designer

Project Type

Print & Typography Layout

Deliverables

Main Dinner Menu
Cocktail Menu
Dessert Cards
Table Tents

Tools

Adobe InDesign
Adobe Illustrator

Layout Mockups