Free Restaurant Invoice Generator for Indian Restaurants

Running a restaurant in India means juggling a dozen things at once — tables, staff, suppliers, and customers. The last thing you need is to spend time manually typing out invoices or bills. Whether you run a small café in Coimbatore, a cloud kitchen in Bengaluru, or a multi-outlet chain in Mumbai, this guide shows you exactly how to create a professional restaurant invoice in under 2 minutes — for free.

What Is a Restaurant Invoice?

A restaurant invoice (also called a restaurant bill or food bill) is a document you issue to your customers or B2B clients detailing what they ordered and how much they owe. It's different from a simple cash receipt — an invoice is a formal record that can be used for:

• GST input tax credit — if you're a GST-registered restaurant billing a business client
• Accounts payable — for corporate clients who need proper invoices before releasing payments
• Vendor billing — if you supply food to offices, hospitals, or events on credit terms

A printed restaurant receipt handles in-person dining. An invoice handles B2B, catering, and credit customers — and it's the invoice that needs to look professional.

Do Restaurants in India Need GST Invoices?

It depends on your registration status and the type of customer you're serving:

If you are GST-registered:

You must issue a GST-compliant invoice for any sale to a business customer. The invoice must include:

1. Your GSTIN
2. Customer's GSTIN (if they're registered)
3. HSN/SAC code for food services (SAC: 996331 for restaurant services)
4. CGST + SGST breakdown (or IGST for inter-state)
5. Invoice number in a running sequence

If you are NOT GST-registered (or under Composition Scheme):

You cannot charge GST or issue a "tax invoice." You issue a regular bill of supply instead. This is the case for most small restaurants and dhabas with annual turnover below ₹20 lakh.

Good news: JetInvoice handles both cases — just toggle between GST and non-GST mode when creating your invoice.

How to Create a Restaurant Invoice Using JetInvoice

Here's a step-by-step walkthrough:

Step 1: Open the Invoice Generator

Go to JetInvoice — no account or signup required for basic use.

Step 2: Fill In Your Restaurant Details

Enter your:

• Restaurant name
• Address (required for GST invoices)
• GSTIN (leave blank if not registered)
• Phone and email

Step 3: Add Your Customer

For B2B orders (offices, caterers, event companies), enter the client's:

• Business name
• Billing address
• GSTIN (if they're GST-registered and want ITC)

For individual customers, a name and address is enough.

Step 4: Add Line Items

This is where you list what was served or supplied:

• Item name — e.g., "Veg Thali", "Biryani (10 portions)", "Wedding Catering — Day 1"
• Quantity
• Unit price
• SAC code — use 996331 for dine-in restaurant services; 996332 for catering

Step 5: Apply GST (If Applicable)

Most restaurant services attract 5% GST (CGST 2.5% + SGST 2.5%) without ITC, or 18% GST with ITC if you're in an AC restaurant or hotel above a certain category. Select the appropriate rate in JetInvoice.

Note: Restaurants under the Composition Scheme pay 5% on turnover but cannot charge or collect GST from customers.

Step 6: Download or Share

Hit Download PDF to get a print-ready invoice. You can also share it directly via WhatsApp — useful for catering clients who need the invoice on the spot.

What Should a Restaurant Invoice Include?

A proper restaurant invoice (especially for B2B or GST purposes) should contain:

Field	Required?
Invoice number	✅ Always
Invoice date	✅ Always
Restaurant name & address	✅ Always
Customer name & address	✅ Always
Itemized list with quantities	✅ Always
SAC code	✅ For GST invoices
Your GSTIN	✅ If GST-registered
Customer GSTIN	✅ If customer is GST-registered
GST breakdown (CGST/SGST)	✅ For GST invoices
Total amount payable	✅ Always
Bank details / payment terms	Recommended

Restaurant Invoice Format in India — A Sample

Here's what a typical GST restaurant invoice looks like:

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INVOICE

From: Spice Garden Restaurant Opp. Bus Stand, Gandhipuram, Coimbatore – 641012 GSTIN: 33AABCS1234Z1Z5

To: ABC Tech Solutions Pvt. Ltd. 40/2, Race Course Road, Coimbatore – 641018 GSTIN: 33AABCT9876W1Z2

Invoice No.: SGR/2026/0042 Date: 25 March 2026

Item	SAC	Qty	Rate	Amount
Corporate Lunch – Veg	996331	50	₹120	₹6,000
Corporate Lunch – Non-Veg	996331	30	₹150	₹4,500
Subtotal				₹10,500
CGST @ 2.5%				₹262.50
SGST @ 2.5%				₹262.50
Total				₹11,025

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Common Questions About Restaurant Invoices

Can I create a restaurant invoice without GST?

Yes. If your restaurant is not GST-registered, you issue a bill of supply — same format, just without any GST fields or GSTIN. JetInvoice lets you do this by simply leaving the GST section blank.

What is the SAC code for restaurant services?

The SAC (Services Accounting Code) for restaurant and food services:

• 996331 — Restaurant and mobile food service activities
• 996332 — Catering services
• 996334 — Canteen services (staff canteens, institutional)

Is a restaurant bill the same as an invoice?

Not exactly. A bill is what you give a customer at the end of a meal — it's informal and immediate. An invoice is a formal document used for credit transactions, B2B sales, or GST compliance. You can use JetInvoice to create either.

Do I need to number invoices in sequence?

Yes, for GST compliance you must maintain a sequential invoice numbering system within a financial year. JetInvoice auto-generates invoice numbers so you never have to track this manually.

Why Use JetInvoice for Your Restaurant?

• Free to use — no subscription or hidden fees for basic invoicing
• GST + Non-GST — the only free tool that handles both in one place
• No signup needed — open the site and start immediately
• WhatsApp sharing — send invoices to clients directly from your phone
• PDF download — clean, print-ready format that looks professional

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Whether you run a small tiffin service or a full-scale catering operation, JetInvoice makes restaurant invoicing simple, fast, and free. Try it now — no registration, no credit card.