Hospitality · Batch or Bespoke

Acrylic Menu Holders & Table Displays
for restaurants, pubs & hotels

Made-to-size acrylic menu holders, table talkers, wine list stands and bar displays for hospitality businesses across the UK. Single units for an independent cafe, hundreds for a hospitality group, branded for a brewery’s sales reps. Fast turnaround, UK-wide delivery.

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5days
Standard turnaround
1–1000+
Single or batch
8fmts
Standard formats
The most useful piece of hospitality furniture

A menu holder is doing more work than it looks

A good menu holder makes a pub or restaurant feel more put-together than a stack of laminated A4s ever will. It signals to a customer that the place takes its food and drink seriously enough to present it properly. It also takes a beating — spilled drinks, wet wipes, dishwasher cycles, kitchen porters using them as drinks coasters — and has to look the same on day 300 as it did on day one.

We make menu holders for cafes, pubs, restaurants, hotel restaurants, gastropubs, members' clubs, room service operations, and the brewery sales reps who put them on the tables of all of the above. From a single A5 table-talker for a Brighton coffee shop, to 500 branded T-stands for a regional brewery's pub estate, to 30 angled wine-list holders for a hotel restaurant chain — the same workshop, same materials, same finish.

Standard formats we make most often

A5 portrait T-stand — the workhorse of pub and restaurant tables, sized to take a single-sided printed menu insert. A4 portrait L-stand — for larger menus, often double-sided on a reception or bar counter. DL angled (210×99mm) — for drinks specials and table talkers. A4 landscape — cocktail and wine lists on bar tops. Custom shapes — logo-shaped cutouts, branded silhouettes, anything you can draw.

Standard build, made to last

5mm clear cast acrylic for the body, flame-polished edges (no sharp cuts), bonded T or L sections (no exposed fixings), and a pocket sized exactly to slide the menu insert in from the top. Weighted bases on freestanding formats so they don't tip. Optional: branded prints, etched logos, coloured acrylic, magnetic insert frames, replaceable pocket sleeves.

Branding options

We apply branding using digital UV print direct to the acrylic (photographic-quality, durable under dishwasher cycles), screen print (clean solid colours, the brewery-pump-clip look), or cut vinyl (most cost-effective, easy to update if branding refreshes). Logos engraved directly into the acrylic surface for a more premium look. Specify at quote stage.

Standard formats

The eight menu holders we make most

These are our most common builds. Anything else — custom shapes, sizes, with bespoke pockets or fittings — ask and we’ll quote.

A5 portrait

A5 T-Stand

The pub and restaurant table workhorse. Single-piece bonded T construction, takes a 148×210mm menu insert from the top.

  • 5mm clear acrylic
  • Flame-polished edges
  • Single-sided or double-sided
  • Bulk pricing from 10
A4 portrait

A4 L-Stand

For longer menus on reception counters and bars. L-section construction with weighted angled base.

  • 5–8mm acrylic
  • Weighted angled base
  • A4 portrait insert pocket
  • Counter-top or table-top
DL angled

DL Table Talker

The classic special-offer table-talker. Angled at ~30° for easy reading from seated position. Holds 210×99mm insert.

  • Angled reading face
  • Branded or clear
  • Magnet-clip option
  • Most popular for promotions
A4 landscape

A4 Cocktail Stand

Landscape format for cocktail and wine lists, often used on bar tops and high tables. Wider stance, more stable for busy environments.

  • Landscape A4 format
  • Weighted base
  • Bar-top or table-top
  • Double-sided as standard
Slot-in

Wedge / Slot Stand

The minimalist option — a single piece of angled acrylic with a slotted base. Lower profile, easy to wipe down, no separate pocket to clean.

  • Single-piece design
  • No bonded joints
  • Easy to clean
  • Modern restaurant aesthetic
Magnetic

Magnetic Frame Holder

Two-layer acrylic with magnets, menu insert sits between. Removable for menu changes without sliding in from the top. Premium fee'l, restaurant-quality.

  • Magnetic frame closure
  • Quick menu changes
  • Premium finish
  • Hidden hardware
Wall

Wall-Mounted Menu Holder

For takeaway counters, deli counters and breakfast hatches. Wall-mounted with hidden fixings, A4 or custom size.

  • Hidden wall fixings
  • A4 or custom size
  • Replaceable pocket
  • Counter-front mounting
Custom

Custom Shape & Size

Logo-shaped, branded silhouette, custom pocket sizes for non-standard menu cards. Anything you can draw, we can cut.

  • Logo-shaped cutouts
  • Bespoke pocket sizes
  • Brewery brand silhouettes
  • CAD drawings welcome
Tent

Acrylic Table Tents

Triangular cross-section table tents in clear or branded acrylic. For table numbers, reserved signs, promo cards. Replaces card table tents that get damaged.

  • Triangular cross-section
  • Acrylic doesn’t bend or fade
  • Single-sided or double
  • Stackable for storage
Who buys these

Across the UK hospitality industry

Some of the buyers we work with most often — if you’re not on the list, ask.

01

Independent pubs & cafes

Single units or small batches for one-off venues. Quick turnaround when you need them for the weekend.

02

Restaurants

Coordinated sets across multiple sections — bar, restaurant, private dining. Brand-consistent across the venue.

03

Hotel restaurants

In-room dining holders, restaurant table sets, breakfast room cards, room service menus — hotel-spec quality.

04

Hospitality groups

Bulk runs across multi-site groups. Trade pricing on 100+ units. Phased deliveries by venue.

05

Breweries

Branded T-stands for sales reps to drop into pub estates as promotional items. Brewery logo printed or etched.

06

Wedding venues

Table number tents, reserved cards, drinks menus, signage. Often coordinated with venue interior design.

07

Members’ clubs

Discreet menu holders that don't shout brand — clear acrylic, etched club crest, premium finish.

08

Coffee shops

Counter menu boards, table talkers for promotions, brunch menu holders, takeaway counter signage.

09

Hospitality fit-out

Restaurant fitters and bar designers ordering the menu holder element of a full fit-out package.

Frequently asked

Questions, answered

What's the minimum order?

One unit. We're happy to make a single A5 T-stand for an independent cafe just as much as 500 branded units for a brewery. Bulk pricing kicks in around 10 units.

What's the standard turnaround time?

5–7 working days for standard formats from order confirmation. Express turnaround from 48 hours for urgent runs. For multi-site rollouts we'll quote on programme.

Can you brand the menu holders with our logo?

Yes. Digital UV print direct to acrylic, screen print, cut vinyl, or engraved logo. Send us your logo file (vector PDF or SVG ideally) and brand colours, and we'll mock up before printing.

Can you make custom shapes?

Yes — logo-shaped cutouts, branded silhouettes, custom pocket sizes for non-standard menu cards. Send us a sketch, photo, or CAD drawing and we'll quote.

Are the menu holders dishwasher safe?

Acrylic menu holders are not dishwasher safe — the heat softens acrylic and can cause warping. Hand wash with warm water and a soft cloth. They will however take being regularly wiped down with normal kitchen cleaning sprays without yellowing or hazing.

Can you supply menu inserts as well?

We focus on the acrylic and don't print menu cards themselves. We can recommend reliable digital print partners for the menu inserts, or just give you the exact insert dimensions for your existing supplier.

Do you offer trade pricing for hospitality groups?

Yes — volume pricing from 100 units, trade account terms for multi-site groups and hospitality fit-out contractors. Email info@thecuttingroomuk.co.uk with your venue count and we'll set up terms.

How thick is the acrylic you use?

5mm clear cast acrylic for table-top holders (right balance of weight and clarity), 8mm for larger counter and reception formats. Cast acrylic doesn't yellow over time and has a far better optical finish than extruded.

Can you do coloured or frosted menu holders?

Yes — we stock and cut clear, opal (frosted white), and a range of coloured acrylics including black, white, smoke grey, and most opaque colours. Specify at quote stage.

Do you ship UK-wide?

Yes — tracked courier for smaller orders, pallet network for bulk runs. Local Brighton collection available. Standard delivery costs included in quote.

Got a project in mind?

Send us the details and we’ll come back to you within 24 hours.