Chalkboard Signs

Chalkboard Signs & Chalk Menu Boards

A Timeless Tradition for Restaurants and Cafes Chalkboards have been a staple in venues and cafes for centuries, offering a simple and effective way to communicate menu items, daily specials, and other important information to customers.

Despite the advancements in technology and the abundance of digital menu options, chalkboards have managed to remain a popular choice among food establishments. In this article, we will explore the reasons why chalk boards continue to be a timeless tradition in the food industry.

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Wooden Menu Holder with Chalk Board

SKU: SHS164
£9.98 ex VAT
Pack Size 1
£9.98 ex VAT

Dark oak multi-purpose Menu holder

Dark oak multi-purpose Menu holder

Table Top Chalkboard Menu Board

SKU: AB084
£12.00£21.00 ex VAT
Pack Size 1
£12.00£21.00 ex VAT

Chalkboard menu boards are a functional and stylish product perfect for busy venues with quick changing menus and special offers.

Chalkboard Menu Holders

SKU: AB085
Availability: 2-5 Working Days
£8.00 ex VAT
Pack Size
£8.00 ex VAT

Perfect for restaurants. Holds up Menus upright.

Perfect for restaurants. Holds up Menus upright.

Chalkboard Menu Easel

SKU: AB115
Availability: 2-5 Working Days
£10.00£19.50 ex VAT
Pack Size 1
£10.00£19.50 ex VAT

Available in 2 Sizes. Suitable for Chalk Pens

Available in 2 Sizes. Suitable for Chalk Pens

Outdoor Chalkboard Display – 2 Sizes

SKU: PA050
Availability: 2-5 Working Days
£60.00£70.00 ex VAT
Pack Size 1
£60.00£70.00 ex VAT

Great for personalised messages, changing promotions and special offers.

Great for personalised messages, changing promotions and special offers.

Pavement Poster/Chalkboard A Board

SKU: PA013
Availability: 2-5 Working Days
£175.00£215.00 ex VAT
Pack Size 1
£175.00£215.00 ex VAT

Use this poster pavement sign to ensure potential customers notice your business and message.

Use this poster pavement sign to ensure potential customers notice your business and message.

Steel Curved Chalkboard A Board

SKU: PA027
Availability: 2-5 Working Days
£160.00£221.00 ex VAT
Pack Size 1
£160.00£221.00 ex VAT

Two Sizes. Exterior use

Two Sizes. Exterior use

Hanging Chalkboard Menu Board

SKU: HP010
Availability: Next Day
£16.05£44.61 ex VAT
Pack Size 1
£16.05£44.61 ex VAT

Hanging Chalkboard Menu Board. A black board menu panel hung with a rope, providing a stylish solution for displaying special

Peg Pub Chalkboard – Small Size

SKU: AB117
Availability: 2-5 days
£2.94 ex VAT
Pack Size 6
£2.94 ex VAT

Pegged Pub Chalkboard. A small restaurant chalkboard with a peg attached for a versatile display solution with many uses. Pegged

Chalkboard Pens – Interior Water Based

SKU: AB086
£25.00 ex VAT
Pack Size 1
£25.00 ex VAT

Chalkboard Pens – Interior Water Based. Our chalkboard pens are the perfect companion for any of our chalkboards range. Blackboard

Chalk Markers Interior – Coloured

SKU: AB086
£20.00 ex VAT
Pack Size 1
£20.00 ex VAT

Chalk Markers in a mix of colours for use with our Chalkboard ranges. Designed for internal use these chalkboard pens

Chalk Markers Interior – White

SKU: AB087
Availability: Discontinued
 
Pack Size 1
 

Chalk Markers in a white for use with our Chalkboard ranges. Designed for internal use these chalkboard pens are made

Chalk Markers Exterior – Coloured

SKU: AB088
Availability: Next Day
£8.50 ex VAT
Pack Size 1
£8.50 ex VAT

Chalk Markers in a mix of colours for use with our Chalkboard ranges. Designed for external use these chalkboard pens

Chalk Markers Exterior – White

SKU: AB089
Availability: Next Day
£10.20 ex VAT
Pack Size 1
£10.20 ex VAT

Chalk Markers in white for use with our Chalkboard ranges. Designed for external use these chalkboard pens are made with

Name Tag Chalkboard Badge

SKU: AB111
Availability: Next Day
£161.50 ex VAT
Pack Size 10
£161.50 ex VAT

This Chalkboard Name Tag is a perfect alternative to permanent name badges. Perfect for a rustic look and easily changeable

Wall Mountable Chalkboard Menu Board – Light Brown

SKU: AB126
£64.43£79.47 ex VAT
Pack Size 1
£64.43£79.47 ex VAT

Chalkboard Menus finished with a stained, solid beech hardwood frame. These menu chalkboards are wall mountable and are also designed

Wall Mountable Chalkboard Menu Board – Black

SKU: AB127
£64.43£79.47 ex VAT
Pack Size 1
£64.43£79.47 ex VAT

Chalkboard Menus finished with a stained, solid beech hardwood frame. These menu chalkboards are wall mountable and are also designed

Chalkboard Easel & Framed Chalkboard

SKU: AB148
Availability: 2-5 Working Days
£79.99£105.00 ex VAT
Pack Size 1
£79.99£105.00 ex VAT

This Chalkboard Easel Stand is a way of displaying your message in a unique and quirky way.

This Chalkboard Easel Stand is a way of displaying your message in a unique and quirky way.

Unframed Chalkboard Menu Panel

SKU: HPL001
£8.69£79.59 ex VAT
Pack Size 1
£8.69£79.59 ex VAT

Unframed Chalkboard Menu Panel – perfect for the ever-changing displays and special menus. The high quality resin based laminate is not to be confused with the lower quality MDF chalboard products. These are designed for everyday useage in a hospitality environment.

Unframed Chalkboard Menu Panel - perfect for the ever-changing displays and special menus. The high quality resin based laminate is not to be confused with the lower quality MDF chalboard products. These are designed for everyday useage in a hospitality environment.

Framed Chalkboard Menu Panel

SKU: HPL007FR
£29.72£95.95 ex VAT
Pack Size 1
£29.72£95.95 ex VAT
  • Versatile and ideal for advertising
  • Various sizes available
  • High-quality MDF chalkboard material
  • Weatherproof and rotproof
  • Versatile and ideal for advertising
  • Various sizes available
  • High-quality MDF chalkboard material
  • Weatherproof and rotproof

Rustic Framed Chalkboard Menu

SKU: SHSRCM
£15.00£31.00 ex VAT
Pack Size
£15.00£31.00 ex VAT

Rustic Framed Chalkboard Menus made with a solid wooden frame. Ideal for a rustic specials menu, offer or a personal,

Chunky Chalkboard Menu Easel

SKU: SHS361
 
Pack Size
 

Chunky Chalkboard Menu Easel. A chalkboard menu board with a rustic twist to your promotions and specials menu boards. This

Wooden Crate Retail and Menu Holder

SKU: SHS363
£50.00£55.00 ex VAT
Pack Size
£50.00£55.00 ex VAT

Wooden Menu holder with chalkboard. Two Sizes

Wooden Menu holder with chalkboard. Two Sizes

Olympia Round Edged Chalkboard A5

SKU: CL309
Availability: Next Day
£2.88 ex VAT
Pack Size 0
£2.88 ex VAT

Writing Surface: A5. Fits Easel GF317.

Writing Surface: A5. Fits Easel GF317.

Securit Stencil Set

SKU: E287
Availability: Next Day
£15.55 ex VAT
Pack Size 5
£15.55 ex VAT

Pack of 5. Includes numbers, alphabet and 13 pictures

Pack of 5. Includes numbers, alphabet and 13 pictures

Set of 8 Securit 6mm Liquid Chalk Pens White

SKU: GF261
Availability: Next Day
£19.94 ex VAT
Pack Size 8
£19.94 ex VAT

Chisel . Pack quantity: 8

Chisel . Pack quantity: 8

Olympia Wall Mounted Chalkboard 600 x 800mm

SKU: GG107
Availability: Next Day
£19.24 ex VAT
Pack Size 0
£19.24 ex VAT

Writing Surface: 515 x 715mm

Writing Surface: 515 x 715mm

Olympia Freestanding Table Top Blackboard 225 x 150mm

SKU: GG110
Availability: Next Day
£4.81 ex VAT
Pack Size 0
£4.81 ex VAT

Size: S | Writing Surface: 225 x 120mm

Size: S | Writing Surface: 225 x 120mm

Olympia Freestanding Table Top Blackboard 315 x 212mm

SKU: GG111
Availability: Next Day
£5.62 ex VAT
Pack Size 0
£5.62 ex VAT

Size: L | Writing Surface: 315 x 182mm

Size: L | Writing Surface: 315 x 182mm

Olympia Wall-Mounted Chalkboard 450 x 600mm

SKU: GH879
Availability: Next Day
£17.02 ex VAT
Pack Size 0
£17.02 ex VAT

Writing Surface: 365 x 515mm

Writing Surface: 365 x 515mm

How Chalkboard Menus Add Charm and Character to Dining Establishments

One of the reasons why chalkboards have stood the test of time is due to their unique ability to add charm and character to any dining establishment. Chalk boards have a quaint and homey feel that immediately welcomes customers, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.

They are a refreshing change from the sterile and impersonal digital menus, which can often be overwhelming and confusing. Chalkboard menus offer a personal touch that people appreciate, as they often reflect the personality of the establishment and its owners.

The Art of Creating Stunning Chalkboard Menus

Creating a stunning chalkboard menu is both an art and a science. A well-designed menu can be a work of art that is both beautiful and functional, catching the eye of customers and making them want to return again and again.

A good menu designer must have a good understanding of typography, color theory, and composition, as well as the ability to balance information with aesthetics. A chalkboard menu that is easy to read and aesthetically pleasing can make all the difference in attracting customers and setting a dining establishment apart from the competition.

From Blackboards to Chalk boards:

The Evolution of Restaurant Menus In the early days of restaurants, blackboards were used to write down menu items and specials. These boards were often difficult to read, as the chalk smeared easily and the writing often became messy and hard to decipher. Over time, the traditional blackboard evolved into the modern chalkboard, which is made of a smoother surface that allows for easier writing and a clearer display.

The modern chalkboard is also more versatile, allowing for the use of different colored chalks and the creation of eye-catching designs and illustrations.

Why Chalkboard Menus are Making a Comeback in the Food Industry

In recent years, there has been a resurgence in the popularity of chalkboard menus. In an era where digital menus are the norm, many venues and cafes are embracing the nostalgia and charm of chalk boards as a way to stand out from the competition.

The trend towards simplicity and minimalism has also led to an increased interest in chalk boards, as they provide a straightforward and uncluttered way to display menu items. In addition, chalk boards are also more eco-friendly, as they eliminate the need for printing and disposing of paper menus.

How Chalkboards are Helping Restaurants Stand Out in a Crowded Market

In a crowded food market, it can be difficult for venues and cafes to stand out. Chalk boards offer a unique and attention-grabbing way to showcase menu items and specials, helping to draw in people and differentiate an establishment from its competitors.

By incorporating creative designs and eye-catching illustrations, chalk boards can help to create a memorable and impactful brand identity for a restaurant or cafe.

Chalkboard Menus:

The Perfect Blend of Functionality and Aesthetics Chalkboard menus offer the perfect balance between functionality and aesthetics. They are a practical and efficient way to communicate important information to people, such as menu items and daily specials.

At the same time, they offer endless opportunities for creativity and artistic expression, allowing establishments to showcase their unique personality and brand identity. By combining form and function, chalkboard menus are an essential element for any restaurant or cafe looking to make a lasting impression on their clientele.

The Benefits of Using Chalkboard Menus for Your Restaurant

In addition to their charm and aesthetic appeal, there are numerous benefits to using chalkboard menus in a restaurant or cafe. For one, they are cost-effective, as they do not require printing or the use of electronic devices.

They are also flexible and easy to update, allowing for quick changes to menu items and specials. Furthermore, chalkboards are durable and long-lasting, making them a smart investment for any food establishment.

Benefits of Chalkboard Signs

Chalkboard signs offer a multitude of benefits to businesses looking to promote their products or services. Here are just a few of the benefits that chalkboard signs can provide:

Versatility for your business:

Chalkboard signs are highly versatile, allowing businesses to write, draw or display just about anything they wish to promote at any size. They can be updated regularly, making them ideal for displaying daily specials, menu items, a drink or seasonal promotions in your pub or venue.

Cost-effective:

Chalkboard signs are a cost-effective way to promote a business compared to traditional advertising methods, such as print ads or billboards, costing a fraction of the price. They can be reused over and over again, eliminating the need to invest in new materials or signage each time a promotion changes and keeping the price of advertising down.

Attractive:

Chalkboard signs are visually appealing on your wall, as they can be adorned with vibrant colours against the black background, unique designs, and eye-catching illustrations. They can occupy an outdoor space or be fixed to an internal surface to help attract customers and create a memorable identity for a business.

Engaging:

Chalk boards are interactive and engaging, as they allow clientele to see new offerings and promotions in real-time. This interactivity can help to encourage customer engagement and increase sales. A chalk menu board is great for small businesses or large, the product is available in many sizes to fill your space on the wall to display your design and advertise your service to the public.

Eco-friendly:

Chalkboard signs are eco-friendly, as they do not require the use of paper, ink, or electronic displays. This makes them an ideal choice for businesses looking to reduce their carbon footprint and minimize their impact on the environment.

Chalkboard signs offer a wide range of benefits to businesses, from versatility and cost-effectiveness to visual appeal and eco-friendliness. Whether used as a standalone promotional tool or as part of a larger marketing strategy, chalkboard signs are an effective and affordable way to reach and engage people.

In conclusion, chalkboards and chalk board menus have remained a timeless tradition in the food industry due to their charm, versatility, and practicality. They offer a unique and memorable way to communicate menus and specials, helping restaurants and cafes to stand out in a crowded market.

Whether used as a standalone menu or incorporated into a larger branding strategy, chalkboards are a must-have for any establishment looking to make a lasting impression on its clientele.

Smart Hospitality Supplies have a large number of chalkboard signs in stock, ready for you to fit in your venue. There are a number of choices available to order. Once you have decided which sort you would like, contact one of our friendly team or place the order through our online superstore.