In this article, you'll learn how to add a walk-in booking to your venue using Stampede Bookings.
Walk-ins are a quick and simple way to record unplanned guests who arrive without a reservation. Whether you're using the Day Planner or another view, adding walk-ins is just a few clicks away and ensures your table management stays accurate and up to date.
1. Go to Bookings
Head to Venues from the left-hand navigation bar, then select Bookings to open the dashboard.
(If you have only one venue, selecting Venues will take you straight to your Bookings.)
2. Choose Your View
You can add a walk-in from multiple views in the system:
- Day Planner
- List View
- Floor View
3. Add a Walk-In via Day Planner
In the Day Planner, simply click the Walk-In icon to open the walk-in pop-up.
From here, enter the following:
- Party Size – Use the quick-select buttons (e.g. 1–6 guests).
- Duration – The default is set to 2 hours but can be adjusted.
- Table Assignment – A table will be automatically suggested, but you can click to change it if needed.
⚠️ Please note: Name and contact details are not collected during the walk-in flow. If you’d like to add guest information, use the green Create button instead to go through the full booking flow.
Click Create Walk-in to confirm and add the booking.
4. View Your Booking
Your new walk-in will now appear in the Day Planner. Walk-ins are highlighted in orange with a chair icon, making them easy to spot.
You can click on the walk-in to make updates or convert it to a full booking by adding guest details later if needed.
💡 Pro Tip:
The walk-in tool is perfect for busy service times when you need to quickly add bookings without slowing things down. Just tap, set the basics, and you're good to go.