Why Zomato Rejects Food Photos — Common Reasons and Fixes

Getting food photos rejected by Zomato is frustrating. Here are the most common rejection reasons and exactly how to fix each one.

Top Reasons Zomato Rejects Food Photos

1. Image Resolution Too Low

Problem: Photo below 1080x1080 pixels.
Fix: Use minimum 1080x1080px photos.

2. Watermark or Text Overlay

Problem: Restaurant name, price, or text on photo.
Fix: Remove all text and watermarks before uploading.

3. Poor Lighting

Problem: Dark, blurry, or overexposed photos.
Fix: Use natural light or proper studio lighting.

4. Food Not Main Subject

Problem: Background elements dominate the photo.
Fix: Food should fill at least 70% of the frame.

5. Human Faces or Hands in Frame

Fix: Remove people from food photos — food only.

6. Multiple Dishes in One Photo

Fix: One dish per photo — individual shots for each menu item.