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Google review response examples & templates

A categorised library of copy-paste responses for 5-star praise, 1-star complaints, and common industry scenarios. Use them as a starting point — then let ReviewReply AI personalise each one to the specific reviewer in seconds.

5-star positive reviews

Reinforce loyalty and encourage repeat visits without sounding robotic.

Generic glowing review

Hi {{name}}, thank you so much for the kind words — it genuinely made our day. We're thrilled you had a great experience with {{business}} and we can't wait to welcome you back soon.

Customer praises a specific staff member

Thanks for the lovely review, {{name}}! I'll pass your message on to {{staff}} — they'll be over the moon. We're lucky to have them, and even luckier to have customers like you.

Loyal repeat customer

{{name}}, having you back again means a lot. Thank you for the continued support and for taking the time to share your experience — see you next time!

4-star reviews with mild feedback

Acknowledge what worked, address the small miss, and invite them back.

Liked the experience but mentioned a wait

Thanks for the honest feedback, {{name}}. We're glad you enjoyed {{highlight}}, and you're right — the wait wasn't where we want it to be. We're already adjusting staffing at peak times and hope to do better on your next visit.

Generally positive, minor issue

Appreciate the review, {{name}}. Really pleased the overall experience landed well, and thank you for flagging {{issue}} — it's useful, and we've shared it with the team so we can sharpen it up.

3-star neutral reviews

Show you take mixed feedback seriously without over-apologising.

Mixed experience

Thanks for the balanced review, {{name}}. It's helpful to hear what worked and what didn't. We'd love a chance to get it fully right next time — feel free to ask for {{owner}} on your next visit and we'll look after you.

2-star disappointed reviews

De-escalate, take ownership, and move the conversation offline.

Customer felt let down

{{name}}, I'm sorry your visit didn't meet the standard we aim for. Thank you for taking the time to write — that's genuinely useful. If you're open to it, please email {{email}} so we can understand what happened and put it right.

1-star negative reviews

Stay calm, never argue in public, and give a clear path to resolution.

Strongly worded complaint

Hi {{name}}, I'm really sorry to read this — it isn't the experience we want anyone to have at {{business}}. I'd like to look into it properly. Could you email {{email}} with your booking details so we can make this right?

Complaint about staff behaviour

Thank you for letting us know, {{name}}. The interaction you've described isn't acceptable and it isn't how we train our team. I'll be following up internally today — please reach me directly at {{email}} so I can apologise properly and make it right.

Review feels inaccurate but you stay professional

Hi {{name}}, thanks for the feedback. Our records show a slightly different version of events, but we'd genuinely like to understand your side. Please email {{email}} and we'll look into it together.

Restaurants & cafés

Food, service and ambience — the three things every review touches on.

Loved the food

Thanks {{name}}! Chef will be delighted to hear the {{dish}} hit the spot. We've got a few new specials landing next month — hope to see you back for them.

Food arrived cold

{{name}}, food going out cold is on us, not you — sorry about that. If you'd like to give us another go, email {{email}} and dinner's on the house.

Salons & beauty

Personal, warm replies that protect the stylist-client relationship.

Loved the cut/colour

So glad you love it, {{name}}! {{staff}} will be thrilled. We've booked plenty of clients in for the same look since — see you for your next appointment.

Unhappy with the result

Thank you for being honest, {{name}} — we'd never want you to leave unhappy. Please call the salon and ask for {{owner}}; we'll get you back in for a complimentary fix at a time that suits you.

Hotels & hospitality

Travellers read replies as much as reviews — keep it gracious and specific.

Great stay overall

Thank you for choosing {{business}}, {{name}}. Lovely to hear the {{highlight}} stood out — we'll share your kind words with the team. Safe travels, and we'd love to host you again.

Room issue during stay

{{name}}, I'm sorry the room wasn't up to standard. That should have been flagged and fixed during your stay — please email {{email}} and we'll make it right for any future booking.

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