From checkout to inventory, grocers can do so much more with Toast

Q: Can I manage multiple locations?

Yes, Toast’s multilocation management feature brings everything under one roof so you can make changes and run reports across all of your stores from a central dashboard.

Q: Is there a limit on the number of SKUs I can have?

Nope, you can have an unlimited number of SKUs.

Q: Does Toast support barcode scanners?

Yes — while Toast allows you to scan items with your phone, you can also use a large number of compatible barcode scanners.

Q: Does Toast work with the scales I’m already using?

Toast can scan barcode labels produced by any scale vendor that follows the GS1 spec for variable measure items.

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Grocery stores have evolved. Grocery tech hasn’t — until now.

Automate inventory management

With SmartScan you can automatically upload SKU information and keep counts up-to-the-minute, all from your phone.

Simplify operations on one platform

Handle everything from purchase orders and inventory to payment processing with a single tech provider.

Serve food without added systems

Offer deli items, bakery items, and more ready-made food, and serve those customers from the same POS.

A POS that adapts to modern grocery needs

Connect your entire store so you can find hidden efficiencies, add new revenue streams, and get more time to focus on customers.

Your inventory process, upgraded

Do inventory at warp speed with SmartScan
Scan items from your phone and watch SmartScan populate details like names, descriptions, and even images so you don’t have to.
Purchasing, receiving, inventory—all under one roof
See the full story of your costs so you don’t have to track them across multiple systems.
Make better stocking decisions
Get a handle on spoilage, theft, and popular (or unpopular) items with detailed reporting that squeezes more out of your margins.

The convenience of cloud-based, connected tech

Flexible hardware for unique spaces and service
From guest-facing terminals, to kiosks, to handhelds, you can choose from a variety of speedy checkout options, all with fast payment processing.
Make changes remotely
No more on-site servers or long hours in the back office. Now you can change prices and pull reports from anywhere.
Integrated, easy delivery
With direct integrations to delivery services, you can have delivery options that update your inventory in real time.

Run retail and foodservice on the same platform

One system, one inventory, one unified experience
No more siloed sales and inventory data. Now you can have a single source of truth for what’s behind the counter and on the shelves.
Let customers check out anywhere
Whether customers are grabbing a sandwich, toothpaste, or both, they can pay in one place. Ah, convenience.
Sell by weight with integrated scales
Toast works with a wide range of scales that connect to terminals or even kiosks so customers can weigh and pay on their own.

Flexible pricing for new or growing stores

Retail Custom Pricing Plan

Get exactly what you need (and nothing you don’t) with a cloud-based POS system that’s tailored to your store.

Custom POS hardware setup + cloud-based POS software with offline mode and 24/7/365 support.
SmartScan + Inventory Management with expanded inventory and food costing tools
Add-ons for Payroll, Online Ordering, and more (plus over 90+ integration partners)

Switch to a partner you won’t outgrow

Whether you run a small neighborhood market or manage multiple locations, you can find exactly what you need now (and as you grow) with Toast.

Grocery POS Hardware

Cloud-based POS hardware that processes payments quickly to help keep your checkout lines short.
Supports a wide range of scales to simplify selling by weight.
Offer deli or restaurant service? Toast’s spill-proof hardware holds up even when things get messy.
Generate and print barcodes directly from Toast (with the latest info tied to them automatically).

Retail POS Software

Email marketing tools to help you stay top of mind
Integrated loyalty programs designed to reward regulars
Gift cards that make it simple to share your shop
Built-in reporting tools that support better decision-making

Frequently asked grocery questions

Can Toast also handle my deli, bakery, or food counter?

Yes, Toast allows you to serve all customers on the same platform, eliminating the need for multiple POS systems or separate terminals. That means guests can check out anywhere, no matter what they’re purchasing, and you can have all your data in one place.

Can I manage multiple locations?

Is there a limit on the number of SKUs I can have?

Does Toast support barcode scanners?

Does Toast work with the scales I’m already using?

Is Toast just for restaurants?

No, Toast is designed to work for retail, food service, or the increasing number of concepts that include both.

While you’ll currently find Toast in 171,000 +* restaurants, we’ve also served thousands of retail stores (and counting!). Our experience in the restaurant industry has allowed us to create a retail platform that can also meet the evolving needs of convenience stores that offer food service.

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After requesting your demo, we’ll follow up within 48 hours (Monday through Friday) to get you scheduled for a demo tailored to your unique space.

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This page was last updated on: May 29, 2026

* As of Q1 2026