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DoorDash fees for restaurants in 2026
DoorDash Marketplace charges restaurants a commission on each order: 15% on the Basic plan, 25% on Plus and 30% on Premier for delivery, and 6% on pickup orders on all plans. DoorDash lists no activation or subscription fees, but optional extras such as its tablet cost more.
DoorDash commission by plan
| Plan | Delivery commission | Pickup commission |
|---|---|---|
| Basic | 15% | 6% |
| Plus | 25% | 6% |
| Premier | 30% | 6% |
DoorDash states there are no activation, subscription, software or cancellation fees. Optional extras include the DoorDash tablet, at $6 a week after the trial, and marketing tools.
What does that cost per order?
| Order total | Basic 15% | Plus 25% | Premier 30% | Pickup 6% |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $25 | $3.75 | $6.25 | $7.50 | $1.50 |
| $40 | $6.00 | $10.00 | $12.00 | $2.40 |
| $60 | $9.00 | $15.00 | $18.00 | $3.60 |
What if you deliver from your own site?
Delivery from your own ordering page still needs a driver. Square's On-Demand Delivery, for example, lists DoorDash-powered delivery at $6.99 per delivery within 5 miles in most areas, plus $1 per extra mile up to 10 miles. That is a flat fee instead of a percentage, so it costs less than commission on larger orders.
Lower your app costs without leaving
- Pick the plan that matches how much you rely on the app for new guests.
- Move regulars to your own pickup ordering, where you pay no commission.
- Put your own ordering link first on your Google profile and Instagram.
- Keep menu prices consistent, and disclose any guest fee clearly.
Questions owners ask
What is DoorDash's commission for restaurants?
15%, 25% or 30% on delivery depending on the plan, and 6% on pickup.
Does DoorDash charge a monthly fee?
DoorDash lists no subscription fee for Marketplace plans. Optional tools such as the tablet cost extra.
Is pickup cheaper than delivery on DoorDash?
Yes. Pickup orders are 6% on all plans.
How do I avoid DoorDash commission?
Take orders on your own page. Commission-free ordering tools charge a flat monthly fee instead.
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