# ChowNow: Local Food Ordering

> Takeout That's Fair For All.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1210943577](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1210943577)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1210943577`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** ChowNow
- **Category:** Food & Drink
- **Rating:** 4.70 / 5 (25,535 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.73.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-03-24
- **First published:** 2017-06-13
- **Size:** 207 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-23
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/chownow-local-food-ordering/id1210943577)
- **Website:** [https://eat.chownow.com/discover/?utm\_source=itunes\_appstore&utm\_content=description](https://eat.chownow.com/discover/?utm_source=itunes_appstore&utm_content=description)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.chownow.com/privacy-policy?utm\_source=itunes\_appstore&utm\_content=description](https://www.chownow.com/privacy-policy?utm_source=itunes_appstore&utm_content=description)

## Description

ChowNow isn’t your typical ordering app. We don’t believe in crazy-high commissions for independent restaurants or inflated menu prices for customers. You can still order delivery or takeout from top local spots, with transparent pricing and fair terms that support small businesses.

Explore nearby restaurants, filter by cuisine, and see real-time availability and order tracking. Pay quickly with Apple Pay or save your card for fast checkout, and enjoy 24/7 human support via chat, SMS, phone, or email. ChowNow serves many U.S. cities, helping you find your next favorite meal—from pizza and pasta to sushi, burgers, and more.

## Rankings

- #9,986 — Overall

## Review summary

Reviewers largely criticize ChowNow for expensive and opaque fees, frequent ordering issues, and unreliable app performance. Many report orders not arriving or wrong deliveries, refunds being slow or denied, and subpar customer support. Some positives note an easy-to-use interface and potential benefits to local restaurants. Privacy concerns about driver contact information are also raised. Overall, while navigation may be simple, reliability and value appear inconsistent with notable friction in support and refunds.

### Pros

- Easy to use / intuitive interface.
- Claims to save money for local restaurants.
- Appeals to busy users due to straightforward ordering.

### Cons

- High delivery fees and multiple extra charges, often higher than competitors.
- Frequent order failures: orders not delivered or wrong, refunds denied or delayed.
- App reliability issues: bugs, unresponsive screens, orders disappearing, payment method problems.
- Poor customer service: slow, robotic, limited resolution to issues.
- Privacy and safety concerns: sharing personal information with drivers and contactability.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1210943577)