Osteriax is a free, responsive one-page HTML5 restaurant template in the hospitality category, built on Bootstrap 3.3.6 and centered on a working PHP-Ajax contact form.
What is Osteriax?
Osteriax is a free HTML5 restaurant template that runs entirely in the browser with a single HTML file, styled with Bootstrap 3.3.6 and FontAwesome icons. It outputs a fully responsive one-page website with a full-screen sliding header, a sticky navigation bar, and a working PHP-Ajax contact form that uses the bundled PHPMailer file to send messages. The template was created by Markups Templates and is distributed through ThemeWagon.
Key Features
- Working PHP-Ajax contact form — includes a PHPMailer file in the download package; you modify the mailer configuration to receive contact form submissions without page reloads.
- Full-screen sliding header — showcases latest stories and news with a ghost button that links directly to the reservation form.
- Sticky navigation bar — becomes fixed at the top on scroll and uses an animated indicator to show the current page section.
- Reservation form with Bootstrap date-picker — lets visitors pick a date for booking directly on the page.
- Menu section with filterable active classes — supports rearranging menu items into categories.
- Gallery with Magnific Pop-up — images get an on-hover magnify effect and open in a lightbox when clicked.
- Dedicated chef section — displays chef pictures, bios, and social media links in a sliding carousel.
- Integrated Google Maps — embeds a map so visitors can find the restaurant location.
- Animated count-up counter — shows positive stats such as number of customers or dishes.
- Parallax background and back-to-top button — add visual depth and improve navigation.
Who is Osteriax for?
Restaurant owners can use Osteriax to launch a professional one-page site without writing code, simply by editing the single HTML file. Web freelancers can quickly deploy it for cafe or bistro clients, adapting the PHP mailer for each client's email. Food delivery startups can present menus, reservation options, and a contact channel in a lightweight, mobile-friendly layout.
What can you do with Osteriax?
- Restaurant owners: showcase your menu with category filtering, display your chefs, and collect reservations through the built-in form.
- Food bloggers: create a visually appealing single-page site to share stories, photos, and a contact email.
- Web developers: use the uncompressed JavaScript files and well-structured markup as a starting point for custom restaurant projects.
How does Osteriax work?
Download the package, open the single HTML file in a code editor, and replace placeholder text and images with your own content. For the contact form, edit the PHP Mailer file with your email address and upload the files to a PHP-enabled server. The form sends messages via Ajax without refreshing the page.
FAQ
Is Osteriax free to use?
Yes, Osteriax is free to download and use in commercial projects. The license also includes lifetime free updates, as stated on the ThemeWagon download page.
Does Osteriax include a working contact form?
Yes, it includes a PHP-Ajax contact form with a PHPMailer file. You need to modify the mailer to use your own email address and host it on a server that supports PHP.
What technologies does Osteriax use?
Osteriax is built on Bootstrap 3.3.6 and uses FontAwesome icons, Google Fonts, Slick Slider, Magnific Pop-up, and Typed.js. It is a single HTML file with uncompressed JavaScript.
Can I use Osteriax for a non-restaurant business?
While the design is restaurant-specific, the layout could be adapted for other food-related businesses like bakeries or food trucks. For unrelated industries, you would need to replace much of the content and styling.
