Restaurant POS

The Best POS System for Modern Restaurants

PosNova is an all-in-one POS system for restaurants that combines point of sale, kitchen display, inventory management, and staff scheduling into a single platform. Manage dine-in, takeaway, and delivery orders with ease.

Everything Your Restaurant Needs

Table Management

Visual floor plan editor, table status tracking, and seat management. Handle dine-in, takeaway, and delivery orders from one screen.

Kitchen Display System

Real-time order routing to kitchen stations. Track preparation time, manage course sequencing, and reduce ticket times.

Menu Management

Create and update menu items, modifiers, and categories. Set daypart menus, happy hour pricing, and seasonal specials.

Split Bills & Tips

Split checks by item, seat, or custom amount. Enable server-tip tracking and contactless tip collection on receipts.

Staff Scheduling

Assign shifts, track hours, manage roles and permissions. Monitor server performance and sales per employee.

Sales Analytics

Track revenue by hour, day, and menu item. Identify top sellers, peak hours, and food cost percentages in real-time.

Mobile Ordering

Servers take orders tableside on tablets and phones. QR code menus for contactless self-ordering.

Inventory Tracking

Track ingredient usage per dish, automatic low-stock alerts, and purchase order management for suppliers.

Why Choose PosNova for Your Restaurant?

No plugins required — everything built-in
Free plan with core restaurant POS features
Real-time kitchen display integration
QR code contactless menus
Multi-location restaurant management
Online ordering & delivery tracking
Customer loyalty & rewards program
Works offline, syncs when online

PosNova vs Other Restaurant POS Systems

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FeaturePosNovaToastSquareLightspeed
Table Management✓ Built-in✓ Built-inPaid Add-on✓ Built-in
Kitchen Display✓ Built-in✓ Built-in✗Paid Add-on
Inventory Tracking✓ Advanced⚠️  BasicPaid✓ Built-in
Online Ordering✓ Built-inPaid✓ BasicPaid
Staff Scheduling✓ Built-in✓ Built-inPaidPaid
Free Plan✓ Yes✗ No✓ Yes✗ No
Starting PriceFree / $29/mo$69/moFree$89/mo

Frequently Asked Questions About Restaurant POS

Get answers to common questions about restaurant POS systems.

What is the best POS system for restaurants?
PosNova is an all-in-one restaurant POS system that combines table management, kitchen display, inventory tracking, and staff scheduling in a single platform. It offers a free plan and works offline — making it ideal for restaurants of all sizes.
Is there a free restaurant POS system?
Yes. PosNova offers a free restaurant POS plan with core features including order management, menu management, sales tracking, and basic analytics. Upgrade to paid plans for kitchen display, online ordering, and multi-location management.
Does PosNova have a kitchen display system?
Yes. PosNova includes a built-in kitchen display system (KDS) that routes orders to kitchen stations in real-time. Track preparation times, manage course sequencing, and reduce ticket times without third-party hardware.
Can PosNova handle delivery orders?
Absolutely. PosNova manages dine-in, takeaway, and delivery orders from a single dashboard. Integrate with delivery apps or use the built-in online ordering system for direct orders.
Does PosNova support table management?
Yes. Create visual floor plans, track table status in real-time, manage seat assignments, and handle reservations. Support for multiple dining areas, outdoor seating, and bar service.
How does PosNova compare to Toast POS?
PosNova offers a free plan and lower starting price ($29/mo) compared to Toast ($69/mo). Both include table management and kitchen display, but PosNova adds free inventory management and B2B wholesale — features Toast charges extra for.
Can PosNova handle multiple restaurant locations?
Yes. Manage unlimited restaurant locations from a single dashboard. Track inventory, sales, and staff performance across all outlets in real-time with centralized reporting.
Does PosNova work offline?
Yes. PosNova PWA technology allows you to process sales and manage orders even without internet connection. Data syncs automatically when you are back online, so you never lose a transaction during peak hours.
Tailored Industry Point of Sale

Explore PosNova Solutions for Other Retail & Hospitality Businesses

Whether you run a supermarket, pharmacy, clothing boutique, or mobile food truck, discover how PosNova streamlines checkout and inventory.

Grocery & Supermarkets

Weight & Scale Support

Integrated scale pricing, perishables, and automated expiry tracking.

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Pharmacies & Healthcare

Batch & Expiry Sync

Prescription notes, manufacturer batch control, and strict expiration audits.

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Cafes & Coffee Shops

Rapid Counter Checkout

Instant beverage modifiers, punch-card loyalty points, and tap-to-pay.

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General Retail Stores

High-Volume Checkout

Rapid barcode scanner integration, multi-location stock, and return slips.

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Fashion & Boutiques

Size & Color Matrix

Variant grid management, seasonal collections, and custom label tagging.

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Electronics & Mobile Shops

Serial & IMEI Tracking

Unique serial identification, manufacturer warranty tracking, and accessories.

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Auto Parts & Garages

Part Number Search

OEM part number cross-referencing, mechanic accounts, and wholesale tiers.

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Convenience Stores & Bodegas

Speed & Cash Control

Rapid touch shortcuts, end-of-shift register reconciliation, and lottery sync.

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Jewelry & Luxury Shops

Precious Tagging

Custom micro-tag printing, carat/metal purity specs, and appraisal slips.

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Toy & Hobby Shops

Bundle & Gift Sync

Special holiday promotions, bundled kits, and age-category classification.

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Stationery & Bookstores

ISBN & Bulk SKUs

ISBN barcode lookups, school-season supply packs, and supplier purchase orders.

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Food Trucks & Pop-Ups

100% Offline PWA

Operates on any phone or tablet without WiFi, auto-syncing upon reconnect.

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Free Retail Utility Tool

Need to create barcodes or print price tags for your store?

Generate Code 128, EAN-13, and QR codes instantly. Print ready-to-use 30-up Avery labels on any office printer with zero watermarks.

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