# FromTheRestaurant

> Skip the line, order ahead

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.hashtagapplications.fromtherest](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.hashtagapplications.fromtherest)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.hashtagapplications.fromtherest`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Fox Ordering: Fast Ordering eXperience
- **Category:** FOOD\_AND\_DRINK
- **Downloads:** 305,353
- **Rating:** 3.87 / 5 (347 ratings)
- **Version:** 4.16.8
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-24
- **First published:** 2022-07-11
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 10 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-15
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.hashtagapplications.fromtherest)
- **Website:** [https://fromtherestaurant.com/](https://fromtherestaurant.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://fromtherestaurant.com/ftr-privacy-policy.html](https://fromtherestaurant.com/ftr-privacy-policy.html)

## Description

FromTheRestaurant is a convenient Chrome extension designed to streamline your dining experience by allowing you to skip the line and order ahead. With this easy-to-use app, you can place your order, customize your meal, and pay in advance—all at your fingertips. This eliminates the need for waiting or calling in orders, making meal pickups quick and hassle-free.

Additionally, FromTheRestaurant keeps you updated on the latest specials and promotions, ensuring you always get the best deals. The extension also supports large group orders effortlessly, making it ideal for gatherings and office lunches. Experience delicious meals without the wait, all managed smoothly through this innovative app.

## Rankings

- #129,387 — Overall
- #147 — Food and drink (Free)

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.hashtagapplications.fromtherest.permission.C2D_MESSAGE`

## Review summary

User reviews consistently point to significant reliability and accuracy problems with the FromTheRestaurant Android app. While several users praise the app for being easy to use and convenient, the experience is overshadowed by repeated location routing errors, sending orders to the wrong store or failing to show location choices. Many reviews report inflated fees and upcharges, and charges for orders that were not delivered, with refunds and support slow or unavailable. Additional issues include lack of order tracking or status updates, difficulty canceling, and frequent crashes or unresponsiveness. Overall, the app delivers decent food value but critical friction points undermine trust and everyday usability.

### Pros

- Easy to use / user-friendly interface
- Convenience of ordering via the app
- Good food when orders succeed
- Attractive design / UI and style

### Cons

- Location routing errors / inability to select or view location choices
- High fees / upcharges / inflated prices
- Payments charged for undelivered orders and refund issues
- Lack of order tracking / status updates
- App crashes / instability / performance issues

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.hashtagapplications.fromtherest)