Intro to Variation Modifiers in the GRUBBRR Portal
Last updated: August 18, 2026
Variations are attributes that define an item. Most frequently, variations are used for size or quantity, but they can also be used to pick a type of the item. Variations belong to variation groups, which function similarly to modifier groups but with more limitations.
Each item can only have one variation group, and a customer must always pick one of the variation options for the item. They will never be able to pick more than one variation and a choice must be made to add the item to the cart.
Creating Variation Groups
Notice: If an item had a price set during its creation, any added variation prices will be in addition to the flat item price.
To create a new variation group:
Log in to the GRUBBRR Portal at the company or branch level
This will be consistent with whichever location you have previously been configuring your menu
Select Menu from the left sidebar menu
Select Modifier Management from the dropdown
Select Common Variation Groups from the dropdown
Select +Add New in the upper right corner of the screen
Enter a variation group name into the Name field
This is the name of the variation group (ex: Drink Sizes, Chicken Count, Wrap Style)
Enter a variation option name
This is the name of the individual variation choice (ex: Small, 6)
Upload an image
You must upload an image if you are using the GRUBBRR Kiosk
Enter a display order value
This will determine the order the variation options will display in
Enter a price value
If the variation does not have a price, enter 0, as the field is required
Select the + icon
Repeat steps 6 - 10 for all variation options
Select Save
Mapping Variation Groups
Once you create a variation group, you have to assign it to the necessary items. When you finish adding a new variation group you will be taken back to the variation group master list.
To map a variation group:
Locate the variation group from the list
From the GRUBBRR Portal, you will be in Menu > Catalog Management > Common Variation Groups
Select the Items Mapping icon (list on a blue background) in the top right corner of the group
Select all items you want this variation group to be associated with
You will only be able to select items that do not already have a variation group
Select Save
Other Actions
In addition to creation and mapping, you can edit existing groups and delete groups you no longer wish to use.
To edit an existing variation group, select the edit icon (pencil on a green background) in the top right corner of the group. From here you can make any desired changes and select Save.
To delete a modifier, select the delete icon (trashcan on a red background) in the top right corner of the group.