The Best Restaurant EPOS Systems in the UK
Last updated: July 2026 · Reviewed by Paul Robinson, Managing Director, Posso Ltd
Choosing a restaurant EPOS system is one of the biggest operational decisions you'll make. The right one speeds up service, cuts order errors and gives you live visibility of sales and stock. The wrong one locks you into contracts, hidden transaction fees and support lines that don't answer on a Friday night.
This guide covers what actually matters when comparing EPOS systems for UK restaurants, takeaways and cafés — and where Posso fits against the big names.
In a hurry? Posso is a UK-based, hospitality-only EPOS platform combining EPOS till, kitchen display, self-order kiosks, online ordering and card payments in one system, with UK phone support and on-site installation.
What to Look for in a Restaurant EPOS System
Built for hospitality, not adapted retail software. Course management, table plans, split bills, kitchen printing and delivery integrations should be native — not bolted on.
One platform, not five subscriptions. If your till, online ordering, kiosk and card machine come from different vendors, you pay four bills and nobody owns the problem when they stop talking to each other.
Transparent payment costs. Many “free” EPOS systems recover their cost through card processing margins. Always compare the effective card rate, not just the software fee.
UK support with real humans. Ask any provider: what happens when the till goes down at 7pm Saturday? If the answer is a ticket queue, walk away.
No punitive contracts. Watch for 3–5 year hardware leases with rolling auto-renewal — the most common complaint against the biggest UK providers.
Best Restaurant EPOS Systems UK: Quick Comparison
How the leading UK systems stack up on the factors that decide most purchases.
| System | Best for | Hospitality-specific | UK phone support | Kiosks + online ordering built in |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Posso | UK restaurants, takeaways & QSRs wanting one integrated platform | Yes — hospitality only | Yes, incl. evenings/weekends | Yes, native |
| Square for Restaurants | New/very small venues wanting a free entry tier | Partly (general POS heritage) | Limited | Add-ons |
| Epos Now | Mixed retail/hospitality | Partly | Yes | Paid add-ons |
| Lightspeed Restaurant | Larger multi-site groups | Yes | Yes | Add-ons, higher cost |
| Clover | Venues led by their card acquirer | Partly | Via acquirer | App marketplace |
Comparison based on publicly available information, July 2026. Always confirm current pricing and terms with each provider.
Why UK Restaurants Choose Posso
One platform for the whole operation
EPOS till, kitchen display, self-order kiosks, online ordering, card machines and reporting in a single system with one login and one support number. No integration fees, no vendor blame games.
Keep your delivery revenue
Marketplace apps take 14–35% of every order. Posso's branded online ordering runs on your own website at low commission, and delivery integrations push Uber Eats, Deliveroo and Just Eat orders straight to the kitchen — no more tablet farm.
Self-order kiosks that pay for themselves
Self-order kiosks typically lift average order value 20–30% through consistent upselling, and cut queue abandonment at peak. Posso kiosks run on the same menu database as your till — update once, everywhere.
UK-based support and on-site installation
Installation, menu build, staff training and ongoing support are handled by Posso's UK team, not an offshore ticket queue. Most sites go live in under a day.
Honest pricing
Complete touchscreen EPOS terminals from £499 + VAT and self-order kiosks from £699 + VAT, with setup, menu build and staff training included and a 2-year warranty. Spread the cost from £29.95 per week using the finance calculator. No hidden transaction fees on your own online orders.
"Implementing the Posso POS and kiosk system was seamless. Our staff love how intuitive it is, and our customers appreciate the quicker service. We've seen a noticeable increase in average order value since installing the self-order kiosks."
Stonehenge Inn
Proprietor, Stonehenge Inn
Who Posso Is Built For
Independent restaurants and multi-site groups, takeaways and QSRs, cafés and dessert bars, plus franchise operations needing central menu and reporting control. If you're moving off a legacy till or a generic retail POS, we migrate your menu and product data as part of setup.
Switching to Posso: What Happens
Free demo
20 minutes, online or on-site.
Menu build
We configure your full menu, modifiers and pricing.
Installation & training
On-site install and staff training, typically same day.
Go live with support
UK phone support from day one.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a restaurant EPOS system cost in the UK?
Across the UK market, expect £25–£80 per month per till for software, plus hardware from around £300–£1,500 per station and card processing fees. Posso works differently: complete touchscreen EPOS terminals from £499 + VAT with setup, menu build and staff training included, or spread the cost on finance from £29.95 per week — with no lengthy auto-renewing leases.
What is the difference between EPOS and POS?
Nothing meaningful in the UK — EPOS (electronic point of sale) is simply the British term for a modern POS system. Both refer to the till software and hardware that take orders, process payments and report on sales.
Do I need separate systems for online ordering and delivery apps?
Not with Posso. Online orders from your own website and from Uber Eats, Deliveroo and Just Eat print or display in the kitchen automatically alongside in-house orders, so you don’t rekey anything or manage a shelf of tablets.
Can Posso replace my current till without downtime?
Yes. We build your menu in advance, install outside service hours where needed, and train your team on the day. Most single-site restaurants switch within one day.
Does Posso work for takeaways as well as dine-in restaurants?
Yes — Posso supports table service, counter service, collection, delivery and self-order kiosks from the same system, so it fits restaurants, takeaways, QSRs and cafés.
Is there a long contract?
No. Posso doesn’t lock you into long-term contracts with punitive exit fees — terms are clear and flexible, and hardware comes with a 2-year warranty. That’s a deliberate contrast with the 3–5 year auto-renewing hardware leases common among the biggest UK providers.
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