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If you're running a smaller quick service operation and need only a single terminal, TouchBistro's "Solo" setup is the perfect fit. Take orders, process payments, and manage your entire restaurant—all from just one iPad.
WiFi Connection
Ethernet Cable
Cash Drawer Cable
Hybrid Solution
The perfect balance of convenience and reliability. TouchBistro works on a local network that doesn’t require the Internet to run, and leverages the cloud for reporting so you can view your restaurant's data from wherever you are.
iPad
Apple tablet that operates as the POS terminal. Staff can keep it stationary at the counter or take it mobile to work through a busy lineup.
AmpliFi HD Mesh Router
The router provides a secure, local wifi connection that enables the EPOS iPads and printers to communicate with each other wirelessly.
Kitchen Impact Printer
Ethernet printer for printing kitchen tickets/chits. Makes noise to alert kitchen staff of a new order and prints a double copy receipt from the iPad wirelessly.
Cash Drawer
Traditional printer-driven cash drawer that opens at cash-out or on demand wirelessly from the terminal.
Receipt Thermal Printer
Silent Ethernet printer for printing receipts/bills in the front of house. Prints from the iPad wirelessly.
Running multiple registers or a full service restaurant? Utilise a stationary iPad as a central server, connecting up to 5 iPads to take orders and process payments from anywhere in the restaurant—even at the table.
WiFi Connection
Ethernet Cable
Hybrid Solution
The perfect balance of convenience and reliability. TouchBistro works on a local network that doesn't require the Internet to run, and leverages the cloud for reporting so you can view your restaurant's data from wherever you are.
Main iPad Device
Your main iPad acts as the hub of your Touchbistro EPOS System when you connect up to 5 iPads. While the main iPad can be used as a terminal it is strongly advised that it is kept stationary in a stand in a secure place. No other apps should be used on your main device.
AmpliFi HD Mesh Router
The router provides a secure, local wifi connection that enables the EPOS iPads and printers to communicate with each other wirelessly.
Kitchen Impact Printer
Ethernet printer for printing kitchen tickets/chits. Makes noise to alert kitchen staff of a new order and prints a double copy receipt from the iPad wirelessly.
Receipt Terminal Printer
Silent Ethernet printer for printing receipts/bills in the front of house. Prints from the iPad wirelessly.
Additional iPads
Tablets that connect to the main iPad device. These iPads can be used as additional order terminals, server stations, taken table-side for ordering and much more.
Harness the power of 5 or more iPads and a central, offline-resilient server to take orders and process payments from anywhere in the restaurant—even at the table.
WiFi Connection
Ethernet Cable
Hybrid Solution
The perfect balance of convenience and reliability. TouchBistro works on a local network that doesn't require the Internet to run, and leverages the cloud for reporting so you can view your restaurant's data from wherever you are.
Stationary iPad
Apple tablet that operates as the POS terminal and stays stationary at a counter.
AmpliFi HD Mesh Router
OpenMesh router that connects multiple devices together to form one local network. Allows the terminals (iPads) and printers to communicate with each other wirelessly.
Local Mac Mini Server
Acts as the server or 'the brain' of the system. Stores all of your restaurant's TouchBistro data and syncs all iPads, so changes on one iPad are made to all the others.
Kitchen Impact Printer
Ethernet printer for printing kitchen tickets/chits. Makes noise to alert kitchen staff of a new order and prints a double copy receipt from the iPad wirelessly.
Receipt Thermal Printer
Silent Ethernet printer for printing receipts/bills in front of house. prints from the iPad wirelessly.
Additional iPads
These iPads can be used as additional order terminals, server stations, taken table-side for ordering and much more.
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Monitor, Keyboard, and Mouse
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FAQ
Do I need to use the specific hardware noted above?
TouchBistro may work with other hardware, but our Support team will only be able to provide support if you use the TouchBistro-approved devices outlined. Avoid going rogue if you can.
Can your system integrate with my custom app or server?
Not at this time, but we appreciate your dev chops.
Do I need a Mac?
Not necessarily. You only need a Mac Mini, iMac or Mac Pro if you’re planning to use TouchBistro with more than 5 connected iPads, or a TouchBistro Digital Menu Board.
What’s the deal with the hardware warranty?
All hardware is warrantied by the manufacturer. That’s another reason why we partner with Apple; AppleCare is one of the best plans in the business and you can replace your device at any Apple Store.
Do you support hardware I already have?
If it ain’t on this page, we won’t support it. We’re very particular about the hardware we support, as we only want to offer our customers the best and most reliable tech.