What is the recommended approach for integrating a store pickup solution with Webflow for a restaurant business, if I previously used Zapiet on Shopify?
TL;DR
- Integrate Shopify Buy Button or Foxy.io to handle e-commerce transactions and enable store pickup options.
- Embed a scheduling tool like Calendly for users to select pickup times.
- Use Zapier or Make to automate order and pickup workflows (e.g., notifications, data storage).
- Customize checkout to include a store pickup option and conditionally show relevant fields.
- Embed and style all components in Webflow to match your site’s design.
To replicate a store pickup experience in Webflow similar to what Zapiet provides on Shopify, you'll need to use third-party tools for e-commerce and scheduling since Webflow lacks native store pickup features.
1. Use an E-Commerce Integration like Shopify Buy Button or Foxy
- Webflow’s native e-commerce does not support advanced fulfillment options like store pickup.
- Embed a Shopify Buy Button within Webflow pages using Shopify Lite ($9/month), allowing products to be purchased while managing fulfillment inside Shopify.
- Alternatively, integrate Foxy.io, which offers flexible checkout customization and supports store pickup logic via custom forms and rules.
2. Use a Booking Tool for Time Slot Selection
- Use Calendly, Tock, or GloriaFood (if you serve food to order) to let users select a pickup time.
- Embed the scheduling widget directly into relevant pages using an Embed element.
- Customize fields to capture pickup date/time, name, and order number if needed.
3. Connect Orders and Pickup Scheduling via Zapier or Make
- Use Zapier or Make (formerly Integromat) to automate the handoff from the order form to your scheduling or notification system.
- For example, after an order is placed, trigger a Zap to:
- Send confirmation emails.
- Store order info in Google Sheets or Airtable.
- Notify staff via Slack, SMS, or email.
4. Add a Pickup Option During Checkout
- If using Foxy, create a radio button during checkout for “Store Pickup” vs “Delivery” and conditionally show pickup-related form fields.
- If using Shopify Buy Buttons, set up manual pickup instructions on the product or cart pages and skip shipping fees for pickup orders.
5. Style and Embed All Components Seamlessly
- Use Embed blocks or Custom Code components in Webflow to insert your Shopify Buy Buttons, Foxy Snippets, or scheduling widgets.
- Match fonts and colors in Webflow to maintain design consistency across embedded platforms.
Summary
To enable store pickup in Webflow, use external tools like Foxy.io or Shopify Buy Button for transactions, embed a scheduling tool for pickup times, and connect them with Zapier or Make to manage backend logic—effectively rebuilding Zapiet’s functionality outside Shopify.