MakeThisVid is an AI video ad generator for restaurants that turns a food photo or text prompt into an 8-second video ad — 1080p with audio — in under two minutes. Commercial use is licensed on every plan.

AI Video Ad Generator for Restaurants

Food video is the single highest-converting format for restaurant ads — but most restaurants don't have a video crew. Drop a dish photo or describe the plate and atmosphere, and MakeThisVid renders a mouthwatering 8-second clip with audio. Download the MP4 and run it as a Facebook Local Awareness ad, Instagram Reel, or TikTok In-Feed ad without a production budget.

How to Use MakeThisVid

From prompt to downloadable MP4, ready to deploy.

  1. Prepare a dish photo or scene description

    Use a clean, well-lit food photo (JPG/PNG/WebP, max 10 MB) or write a detailed prompt describing the dish, the plating, the restaurant atmosphere.

  2. Choose your mode

    Photo → Video: animates your dish photo. Text → Video: generates a scene from scratch. Both modes are available on the Create page.

  3. Write a food-forward motion prompt

    Food video responds best to slow reveals, steam, texture, and close-ups. E.g. "Slow push-in on seared salmon, steam rising, lemon garnish, warm restaurant ambient light, bokeh background." Describe the sensory moment.

  4. Generate at 720p or 1080p

    1 credit per 720p video, 2 credits per 1080p. Most renders complete in 45–90 seconds. Credits refund automatically on failure.

  5. Upload to your ad platform

    Download the MP4 and upload to Meta Ads Manager, TikTok Ads Manager, or boost a Facebook Page post directly. Commercial use included on every plan.

Who Uses MakeThisVid for This

Facebook Local Awareness ads

Run a food video ad targeting a local radius around your restaurant. Video outperforms static images in local reach campaigns — generate a fresh clip for each promotion.

Seasonal menu promotions

Quickly create a video for a limited-time menu item, seasonal special, or holiday promotion — without scheduling a photo shoot.

Delivery app promotions

Generate a short food reveal clip for social media campaigns promoting delivery orders. Show the dish at its best in under two minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Switch to Photo → Video mode, drop your food photo (JPG, PNG, or WebP up to 10 MB), and add a motion prompt describing the reveal or camera movement. MakeThisVid animates it into an 8-second video with audio.
Facebook and Instagram (Meta Ads Manager) are the highest-ROI platforms for local restaurant ads. TikTok works well for reaching younger diners. MakeThisVid generates an 8-second 16:9 MP4 accepted by all three.
Slow motion, steam, close-up texture, and warm ambient lighting drive the highest engagement for food video. Describe the sensory experience: "Close-up of a burger with melting cheese, sesame bun, slow tilt, warm bokeh restaurant lights."
No. MakeThisVid generates restaurant-quality video ads from a dish photo or text prompt. No filming, no editing, no crew. Generate a new ad for each menu item in the time it takes to make a coffee.
Yes. Every plan and credit pack includes a commercial use license. You can run the generated video directly as a paid ad on Meta, TikTok, or any platform without additional licensing.
From $0.40 per 720p video on the Pro plan ($79.99/mo, 200 credits) to $0.75 on Lite ($14.99/mo, 20 credits). 1080p costs 2 credits per video. One-time packs start at $9.99 for 5 credits.
Yes. Submit one generation per item — each takes 45–90 seconds. On the Standard plan (50 credits/mo), you can generate 50 variations at 720p, covering an entire menu in one session.

Generate your first restaurant video ad

Drop a dish photo or describe the scene. 45–90 seconds to a downloadable MP4 — ready for Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok.

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