Toast KDS
The all-in-one platform built for restaurants.
Overview
Toast's Kitchen Display System is a key component of its broader restaurant management platform. It's designed to streamline kitchen operations by replacing paper tickets with a digital system. Orders from the POS, online ordering, and third-party delivery apps all appear on the KDS in real-time, providing chefs with a clear, organized view of what to prepare. The system is known for its durability, ease of use, and deep integration with Toast's other products like inventory and reporting.
✨ Key Features
- Real-time order display
- Order tracking and status updates
- Item and order routing to specific stations
- Color-coded order status
- Production reporting and analytics
- Multi-language support
- Offline mode
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Fully integrated, all-in-one platform from a single vendor.
- Durable, restaurant-grade hardware.
- Extensive reporting and analytics capabilities.
Unique Value: A single, unified platform for all restaurant operations, from ordering to kitchen execution to payroll, reducing complexity and improving efficiency.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Improving kitchen efficiency and reducing ticket times in high-volume QSRs.
- Enhancing order accuracy for restaurants with complex menus and modifications.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Restaurants not using the Toast POS ecosystem.
🏆 Alternatives
Unlike standalone KDS systems, Toast KDS is part of a deeply integrated ecosystem, eliminating integration challenges and providing unified data.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Varies tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
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