To set the time zone in the RestroFood plugin, go to your WordPress dashboard, open Settings → General, and choose your time zone from the Timezone dropdown, then click Save Changes. RestroFood doesn’t have its own time zone field – it reads this single, site-wide WordPress setting to time-stamp every order, delivery window, and promotion on your site.
Why the Time Zone Setting Matters
- Accurate order timing – An incorrect time zone can throw off delivery and pickup windows, confusing customers and staff.
- Scheduled promotions and discounts – Time-sensitive offers start and end based on this setting, so an incorrect time zone can cause them to run at the wrong hours.
- Consistent timestamps across your site – Because the time zone is set once for the whole WordPress install, every order and notification uses the same reference time.
- Fewer support issues – Correct timestamps reduce disputes over when an order was placed or when it’s due.
After changing the setting, place a test order to confirm the timestamps and delivery windows look right before customers start ordering.
How to Set the Time Zone in RestroFood Plugin?
Step 1: Open WordPress General Settings
Log in to your WordPress admin dashboard with an account that has access to site settings, then go to Settings → General.
Step 2: Select Your Time Zone
Scroll to the Timezone field and choose the city or UTC offset that matches your restaurant’s location from the dropdown.
Step 3: Save Your Changes
Click Save Changes at the bottom of the page. This setting applies site-wide, so it controls the timestamps RestroFood uses for every order, delivery window, and promotion.
Conclusion
Setting the time zone correctly in Settings → General is a one-time step that keeps every order timestamp, delivery window, and promotion in RestroFood accurate. Check it whenever you set up a new site or notice timestamps that look off.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What happens if I set the wrong time zone?
Order timestamps, delivery windows, and promotion schedules will all be off by the difference between the correct time zone and the one you selected. Double-check the setting against your restaurant’s actual location.
Does this time zone setting apply to all my branches?
Yes. The time zone is a single, site-wide WordPress setting, so every branch running on that WordPress install shares it. If you run separate branches on separate WordPress installs, set the time zone individually on each one.
Do I need to update it for daylight saving time?
No, WordPress time zones tied to a city (rather than a fixed UTC offset) adjust for daylight saving automatically. If you selected a fixed UTC offset instead, you’ll need to update it manually when daylight saving starts or ends.
How can I confirm order timings are accurate for customers?
Place a test order after changing the setting and check that the order timestamp and any estimated delivery or pickup time match your local clock.
