Hey everyone! I'm starting a local agency to build digital solutions for small businesses, especially restaurants, and I'm keen on using Lovable/Bolt/v0 for the front-end because my clients love the look. I want to pair it with WordPress as the CMS so that business owners can easily update their content like menus and blogs, which is also great for SEO. I'm thinking about using Go High Level for CRM and automations, but I need some advice on how to put everything together.
I'm considering two main options:
**Option 1: Convert Lovable/Bolt/v0 Designs into a WordPress Theme**
- Design in Lovable/Bolt/v0, then convert it into a WordPress theme so WordPress can handle dynamic content.
- Use tools like Advanced Custom Fields (ACF) to allow clients to manage their content.
- **Pros:** Good SEO, user-friendly for clients.
- **Cons:** Post-conversion, I'd have to modify CSS or hire someone for design updates.
**Option 2: Keep Lovable/Bolt/v0 Live and Connect to WordPress**
- Use Lovable/Bolt/v0 for the front-end and connect it to WordPress as a headless CMS via the REST API.
- **Pros:** Keep using Lovable/Bolt/v0 for design changes, clients can update content through WordPress.
- **Cons:** Heard headless setups can complicate SEO and might require more coding. Not sure how well it integrates with Go High Level for tasks like SMS confirmations.
I'd love to hear your thoughts on which approach is better for restaurant sites, especially with regard to SEO, user-friendliness for the owners, and how to handle the integration with GHL. Also, I'm looking for a developer who can help bring this vision to life! Thanks for any advice or interest in collaborating!
2 Answers
I think Option 2 sounds exciting but can be a nightmare for less tech-savvy owners. If you're comfortable with the coding side, it might give you the flexibility you need for design updates. However, managing SEO can be tricky since headless setups can complicate things. You might want to weigh how much your clients will rely on you for SEO support. If they're not tech-inclined, stick with Option 1, but if they're willing to learn a bit, Option 2 could pay off.
Honestly, I think your Option 1 is the safer bet for most clients, particularly if they aren't technically savvy. WordPress is so widely known for its SEO capabilities and user-friendliness. It might be more hassle to tweak designs later, but at least you get a solid base that you know will work seamlessly with your clients' needs. Just keep in mind that client requests for small changes could lead to more development work down the line.
I totally agree! Plus, using ACF can really help bridge the gap between design and functionality for clients. It lets them update what they need without messing with the underlying design.
Good point! If a restaurant owner is OK with a little learning curve, Option 2 could definitely allow for more creativity in design while still providing a solid content management system.