Restaurant and bar lots run on a predictable rhythm — slammed at peak service, empty for most of the day. MintParking lets you charge for parking during the hours you're closed or slow, then automatically open it free for your guests at dinner. It's found money from an asset you already pay for.
The problem today
- The lot is empty and unused outside of service hours.
- Nearby workers and shoppers park there for free during the day.
- Margins are thin and every extra revenue line matters.
- You can't spare staff to police the lot.
How MintParking helps
Free for diners at peak
Schedule free parking during your busy service windows and charge only when the lot would otherwise sit empty.
Daytime cash flow
Capture weekday lunch crowds, nearby offices, and shoppers who already use your lot for free.
Zero staff overhead
No validation books, no attendant. A QR sign and automated payouts do the work.
Dynamic pricing
Charge more on weekends and event nights, less midday — adjust rates anytime from your phone.
Estimate your restaurants & bars parking revenue
Pre-filled with a typical setup for your property type — adjust it to match yours.
From empty lot to monthly income in four steps
No gates, no attendants, no equipment to install.
Sign up
Create your account and add your property in under five minutes.
Set your pricing
Choose hourly rates, daily caps, and free windows — change them anytime.
Get your sign
We ship professional QR-code signage. Drivers scan and pay on their phone.
Get paid
Revenue lands automatically in your bank account every month.
Restaurants & bars parking, answered
Can parking be free for my guests during service?
Yes. You set time windows when parking is free, so your dinner and weekend guests never pay. Outside those windows the lot earns.
Can I charge different rates at different times?
Absolutely. Set higher rates for weekend nights or local events and lower rates for slow weekday hours, all from the dashboard.
Will this annoy my customers?
No — your guests park free during the hours you choose. Paid parking only applies to outside drivers during off-hours when your lot would be empty anyway.
What does it cost me?
No setup or monthly fees. MintParking keeps 8% plus 30¢ per paid session; you keep up to 92%.