Google Ads Smart Campaign Optimization for Local Restaurant

We launched a Google Ads Smart Campaign yesterday for a local business, targeting a specific location with keyword themes to drive high walk-ins. However, the ad is not showing up for the relevant search terms in the area as expected.

We’re looking for a Google Ads expert who can:

Audit and troubleshoot the Smart Campaign setup

Identify why the ad isn’t appearing for the selected keyword themes

Optimize the campaign to ensure top visibility (No.1) for high-intent local searches

Track and align keyword performance with actual search behavior in the target area

Improve ad quality, including ad copy relevance and alignment with keyword themes

Suggest or make updates to our Google My Business (GMB) profile to enhance ad visibility and credibility

Provide insights or recommend switching to a standard campaign if needed for better control

The goal is to increase walk-ins by appearing at the top for relevant searches in our target location.

If you’ve helped local businesses succeed through Smart or Search campaigns, and can quickly identify and fix such issues, please get in touch with your strategy and past results