Design restaurant lighting that enhances the dining experience and makes food look irresistible. Calculate ambient, table accent, and feature lighting for every service style — from intimate fine dining to high-energy fast casual.
Measurement units
Metric
Metres, m2
Imperial
Feet, sq ft
Restaurant / venue type
Fine dining
50-100 lux
2700-3000K
Casual / bistro
100-200 lux
2700-3500K
Fast casual / cafe
200-400 lux
3000-4000K
Bar / cocktail lounge
30-100 lux
2200-3000K
Coffee shop
200-300 lux
3000-3500K
QSR / fast food
400-600 lux
4000-5000K
Venue dimensions
Additional zones
Luminaire specification
Please enter dining area dimensions and luminaire lumens.
Total fixtures (dining + zones)
0 fixtures
0
Ambient lux
0
Table lux
0
Table ratio
$0/yr
Energy cost
Lighting scenes / service modes
Dining room plan — ambient and table lighting
Food and appetite psychology — lighting tips
Venue type
Dining area
Ambient fixtures
Table pendants / spots
Recommended CCT
CRI required
Annual energy cost
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