BistroBliss MERN-Stack Project

Overview

BistroBliss is a web-based application for a restaurant booking and menu management system. It allows users to register, browse the menu, and book tables, while admins can manage menu items and approve or reject table bookings.

Technologies Used

Frontend:

• Next.js
• React.js
• Tailwind CSS

Backend:

• Express.js
• MongoDB
• Mongoose

Features

Authentication

• User registration and login system.
• Two types of users: normal users and admins.

Our Menu

• Admins can add, update, and delete menu items from the admin panel.
• Users can view the available menu items.

Table Booking System

• Only logged-in users can book a table.
• The admin receives booking requests and can approve or reject them via the admin panel.
• Users receive email notifications when their booking is confirmed or rejected.
• "My Bookings" page displays current and previous bookings along with their status (accepted or rejected).

Profile Management

• Logged-in users can view and update their profile information.

Admin Panel

• View all registered users.
• Manage table bookings (approve or reject bookings).
• Manage menu items (add, update, delete items).

Installation and Setup

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/BistroBliss-MERN-Stack-Project
   cd BistroBliss-MERN-Stack-Project

2. Install dependencies:

   npm install

3. Set up environment variables:
   • Create a .env file in the root directory and add the necessary configuration values (e.g., database URI, authentication secrets).
4. Start the development servers:
   • Backend:

     cd server
     npm start

   • Frontend:

     cd client
     npm run dev