An efficient point of sale for restaurants is essential to the success of the business. Speed and accuracy are everything in the service industry, and if your point of sale is too slow or complicated, it will cost you tips and overall revenue. Synapse Payment Systems has reimagined restaurant credit card processing to make it easier for owners and staff to complete orders and track sales. We’ve established ourselves as the best point of sale for restaurants because we offer low transaction fees, state-of-the-art technology, and real-time reporting. With Synapse, you have all the tools you need to take orders and process payments as quickly as possible.

 

KEEP MORE PROFIT PER MEAL

We offer the lowest transaction costs of any payment processor in the market, meaning you keep more profit with each order. On average, our costs come out to 0.3-2% per transaction, whereas the industry standard is 1.5-3.5%. We keep our prices low with a subscription-based model where customers pay the same monthly rate no matter how much business they do. This can be a lifesaver for restaurants that do a high volume of sales per day. Switching to Synapse Payment Systems could save you thousands of dollars in restaurant credit card processing fees over time.

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POS DESIGNED FOR FAST ORDERS

It’s essential to have a fast and reliable point of sale for restaurants. The last thing you want to be doing during your dinner rush is to struggle to run a customer’s credit card. Every business that signs up for a plan with Synapse Payment Systems gets a credit card terminal or Clover POS free of charge. Clover products are among the best point of sale for restaurants because they are fast and simple to use yet incredibly powerful. Input orders and accept payments with ease, even when it’s busy. Clover has features specifically designed for restaurants that will help staff manage orders and offer the ultimate customer experience.

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TRACK YOUR TIPS

Fast and accurate accounting is incredibly important in the restaurant business. Owners need to know how much volume they are doing, and employees need to keep track of any non-cash tips. Synapse Payments makes it simple to track orders and payments through an online portal that updates in real time.

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Synapse Payment Systems is on a mission to make restaurant credit card processing more affordable for the average business owner. We offer a fast and reliable point of sale for restaurants that will help you lower your costs and feel confident processing orders. Plus, we are happy to show you how much you can save by switching over from your current payment processor. When you’re ready to grow your restaurant and keep more of your profits, get in touch. Simply fill out the contact form on our website or call us directly at 800-925-5191.

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A Comparison of POS Systems

There are dozens upon dozens of point-of-sale systems for restaurants to choose from, and each one has its list of pros and cons for restaurant owners to consider. Some are built for specific types of businesses (like food trucks) while others can be used by a wider variety of restaurants. Here are five of the most popular POS systems for restaurants.

 

No matter the size of your restaurant, a Clover POS can fit your needs. Clover provides multiple different hardware options for quick service, sit-down, and carry-out-only restaurants. It’s particularly great for delivery and curbside orders. All things considered, it’s our top choice for restaurant owners. 

 

Best of all, through Synapse, your restaurant can get a free Clover POS or credit card terminal. Restaurants do need to solely use tablets that are bought through Clover (or received free from Synapse), though, so you’re unable to use existing tablets you may already have.

 

 

 

PROS

  • Free when you sign up with Synapse Payment Systems
  • Customer loyalty programs are built-in and easily customizable
  • Supports online ordering, restaurant floor plans, check splitting, and more depending on restaurant size
  • Handheld system for employees

CONS

  • The setup and dashboard can be a little intimidating at first because there are so many options. Contact us if you need assistance with your system.
  • There is a monthly service fee for using the Clover system.

As their name suggests, TouchBistro is a good choice for restaurants looking for a simple, easy-to-use, touch-based system. They do provide 24/7 customer support, but reviews suggest it’s inconsistent and unreliable for those who need frequent help.

PROS

  • Many supported integrations to choose from
  • Flexible pricing, including month-to-month options
  • Online and offline functionality
  • Table mapping and menu management features

CONS

  • Extra fees for online orders
  • Seemingly hidden fees for credit card processing
  • Unreliable customer support




Lightspeed is an iPad POS system that’s scalable depending on the size of your restaurant, so it’s adaptable to most situations you’ll run across. It’s a cost-efficient option for many users, although the add-ons for the base system can get pretty expensive.

PROS

  • Affordable price for the POS system
  • Good for both quick-service and seated restaurants
  • 24/7 customer support
  • Direct integration with delivery apps such DoorDash

CONS

  • Can only choose from a limited list of payment processors, potentially making restaurant credit card processing pricier
  • Expensive flat-rate processing
  • Expensive add-ons that go with the main system




Square is one of the well-known point-of-sale systems for restaurants. It’s a popular choice, especially for fast-service locations. Square provides rapid order-taking and processing and comes with plenty of features and integrations to help the restaurant and its employees. However, Square does require in-house payment processing, and the rates simply are not competitive. The higher fees cut into a restaurant’s profits.

PROS

  • Employee management features
  • Automatic tipping for individuals and groups
  • Useful for quick service
  • Simple credit card processing

CONS

  • Requires in-house payment processing which makes it more expensive than other systems
  • Inability to manage or handle reservations
  • Lack of 24/7 support for all plan levels






Android users will find Toast to be a good match when it comes to point-of-sale systems for restaurants. Toast does have a free plan, but most established restaurants will outgrow the plan quickly. As a downside, Toast is only built for Android, so the hardware available to run it is limited to Android systems—no iPads here.

PROS

  • Menu management, tableside service, and multi-location management
  • Built-in loyalty system
  • Robust kitchen display system
  • Easy online ordering

CONS

  • Requires in-house payment processing which makes it more expensive
  • High transaction fees
  • Long-term contracts




Final Thoughts

Although they’re often bundled together, remember that a point-of-sale system is separate from the actual credit card processing. No matter which system your restaurant decides to use, contact Synapse to see how much you could save on your credit card processing fees. Our innovative subscription-based pricing structure lets you keep more of your hard-earned revenue, potentially saving you thousands of dollars each month at no extra cost to your customers. Fill out our form online or call 800-925-5191 for a no-obligation review of your business. Show us your most recent statement, and we’ll tell you exactly how much you’ll save by switching.