Kitchen Display Systems that keepoperations flowing

A reliable, real-time kitchen display that keeps orders moving from front of house to expo, powered by Toast POS and designed for busy restaurant kitchens.

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Built to withstand a restaurant’s rigors

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Durable hardware

Our hardware is tested to withstand high temperatures up to 50°C, spills, grease, and non-stop service.

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Orders flow instantly from POS to kitchen

Orders fire in real time from Toast POS to the kitchen display, helping expedite ticket times, eliminating paper tickets, and keeping front and back of house perfectly in sync.

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Flexible setups that adapt as you grow

Configure screens by station, menu, or service model with flexible mounting and layout options, making it easy to evolve your kitchen workflow as your restaurant changes.

Keep operations flowing smoothly

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Support all order types

Easily manage dine-in, takeout, delivery, and curbside orders from a single kitchen display.

Kitchen performance reporting

Track kitchen performance

Monitor prep times, help spot bottlenecks, and keep service moving during busy hours.

Clear item labels and modifiers

Clear labels for items and modifications*

Allergen information display feature allows restaurants to highlight allergen data on kitchen screens.

Uninterrupted service

Continuous operation

Toast Router includes built-in cellular connectivity** with automatic backup, enabling you to accept orders and process transactions even during internet outages.

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Streamlined error correction

Help reduce mistakes with recall and recently completed functions, allowing you to quickly reopen or review finished tickets for smooth corrections.

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Server and guest notifications

Automatically alert your staff's handhelds or customers via text when orders are complete to minimize congestion and enhance guest satisfaction.

An integrated POS designed to match your workflow

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A straightforward self-service ordering platform for guests in your restaurant.

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Generate revenue, develop customer connections, and help drive long-term growth.

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Why restaurants trust Toast to run their kitchens

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Frequently Asked Questions

A kitchen display system (KDS) replaces paper tickets with digital order screens that help restaurant kitchens prepare food faster, reduce errors, and stay connected to POS orders in real time.

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*REMINDER: Review your menu carefully, Toast does not verify menu content. You must ensure all relevant allergens, nutritional values and warnings are displayed (including regulated products' quantities, such as alcohol). The lists available on the Toast platform are non-exhaustive, please use the item description to add any missing ones.

**If Cellular for Router Monthly Subscription is purchased.