Chongqing Colorful is a professional commercial printing manufacturer & supplier Since 2011.
How to Choose, Customize Gift Card Holders for Elevate Your Restaurant Branding
1. Why Every Restaurant Should Use Gift Card Holders
a. Make gift cards feel more premium and gift-worthy
A plastic card alone looks plain. A stylish, sturdy gift card holder can immediately elevate the presentation and make customers feel the card is worth more.
b. Reinforce your restaurant’s branding
Gift card holders provide more design space than the card itself. You can display:
Your logo
Brand colors
Menu highlights
QR codes
Promotional messages
This increases brand recall and recognition.
c. Protect the card from scratches, moisture, and damage
In a restaurant environment, cards may be exposed to oil, steam, and water. A card holder prevents damage and reduces the chances of unreadable barcodes or magstripes.
2. The Best Gift Card Holder Styles for Restaurants
a. Window Fold-Over Card Holder – The Best for Display
Advantages:
Front window shows the gift card clearly
Extra space inside for menu details, terms, or promotion messages
Secure fold-over structure prevents the card from falling out
Works well with premium papers (250–350gsm)
Ideal for high-end restaurant branding and holiday promotions
b. Standard Folded Card Holder
Advantages:
Versatile and cost-effective
Inside printing for QR codes (online menus, Google Review page, website)
Higher rigidity with 300–350gsm stock
Great for dine-in restaurants and retail placement
c. Flat Card Sleeve
Advantages:
Most economical option
Lightweight 200–250gsm paper
Perfect for high-volume gift card programs
Commonly used by cafés, dessert shops, and fast-casual chains
d. Luxury Gift Packaging Holders
Advantages:
Premium look for hotels or fine-dining restaurants
Can use 350–450gsm specialty papers
Supports foil stamping, embossing, and spot UV
Great for holiday gift sets and VIP programs
3. Materials for Gift Card Holders (All in gsm as requested)
These are the most popular paper types for restaurant card holders:
| Material | Features | Best Use |
| 250gsm coated stock | Smooth, affordable, ideal for full-color printing | High-volume orders, chain restaurants |
| 300–350gsm cardstock | Thicker and more premium | Mid- to high-end restaurants |
| 240–300gsm Fine paper | Textured or artistic finishes | Fine dining, luxury gift sets |
Gold / rose-gold foil stamping
Spot UV
Embossing / debossing
Matte or gloss lamination (recommended for restaurants to resist oil and stains)
4. Common Problems Restaurant Owners Face (and the Solutions)
a. “My gift cards don’t sell well.”
→ Use a window fold-over holder to display the card directly.
This can increase impulse purchases by up to 30%.
b. “My card design is simple—how can I make it look premium?”
→ Use a 300gsm fine paper + foil-stamped logo holder.
You don’t need to redesign the card itself.
c. “Do I need different card holder designs for holidays?”
→ Yes, but keep the same die-cut structure and only change the printed artwork.
This lowers cost while increasing seasonal appeal.
d. “I already have gift cards. Can I order holders only?”
→ Absolutely. We frequently produce “holder-only” orders for restaurant clients.
5. Why Choose Our Factory? (Highlighting Your Printing Strength)
As a manufacturer equipped with Heidelberg UV printers, Kemei digital presses, and 20+ automated finishing machines, we offer unmatched capability in custom gift card holder production.
a. Direct factory supply — the larger the quantity, the better the pricing
We operate a 1,400+ sqm factory with 10+ million monthly card capacity.
b. High-precision printing for vibrant colors and sharp details
Perfect for:
Food photography
Gradient backgrounds
Fine text and icons
c. Full OEM & ODM service
Just provide your:
Logo
Brand colors
Menu images
QR codes
We handle the layout and design.
d. Many ready-made die-cut templates
Available styles:
Folded holders
Window holders
Flat sleeves
Luxury gift boxes
e. Worldwide shipping
We serve Europe, the U.S., the Middle East, Africa, and more.
6. Design Tips for Restaurant Gift Card Holders
Feature your signature dish on the front: Strong visual appeal helps conversion.
Add a QR code inside (menu / review page / online order link): Increases customer interaction and review volume.
Include terms & conditions: Prevents card misuse and reduces customer service issues.
Create holiday editions: Christmas, Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day—seasonal designs can boost gift card sales 20–50%.
7. Final Thoughts: A Gift Card Holder Is Your Silent Salesperson
Gift card holders are more than packaging—they are a powerful branding tool that enhances customer experience and supports revenue growth.
If you're looking for:
High-quality printing
Fully customizable structures
Factory-direct pricing
Professional design support
We are ready to help your restaurant grow through beautifully crafted gift card holders.
