Published • 7 Oct 2025
In every dining operation, the same frustrations come up again and again: long lines during peak hours, too few checkout points, and bottlenecks that frustrate guests and limit sales. Adding more permanent POS stations isn’t always possible, and operators know that new technology is only worth investing in if it directly improves throughput and customer experience.
That’s where the new 365 Dining Handheld Tablet comes in. This lightweight, fully mobile handheld POS for dining, gives operators a practical way to extend the 365 Dining platform beyond the counter and keep service flowing. No need to add fixed infrastructure or complex installation.
A Mobile Checkout Tool That Cuts Lines and Wait Times
Instead of forcing guests into one or two fixed checkout points, your team can bring the checkout experience to them. With the 365 Dining Handheld, cashiers can take orders anywhere in the dining space:
- In line, to cut bottlenecks before they form
- At the table, for faster service and fewer errors
- Outdoors or on patios, for seamless hospitality handheld POS support
- At pop-ups, food trucks, or mobile dining concepts
This flexibility cuts down wait times and keeps guests moving, which directly improves satisfaction and loyalty.
A new study from Starfleet Research points out how 82% of quick-service and fast casual operators reported faster service speeds with handhelds.
Boost Throughput and Accuracy Without Adding Fixed Stations
During peak hours, every second counts. The handheld tablet allows you to process more orders faster, capturing more sales opportunities without investing in additional permanent equipment. It’s a simple way to expand your transaction capacity exactly when you need it most.
By entering orders directly at the table, many restaurants see fewer mistakes due to miscommunication, lost tickets, or handwriting errors.
Scale Service Without Redesigning Your Space
Adding capacity is simple. Operators can deploy multiple tablets during high-demand times or special events without worrying about cabling, countertop space, or permanent setup. When the rush is over, they can scale back just as easily.
It’s a foodservice handheld tablet that adapts to your operation — not the other way around.
Familiar Experience for Staff and Guests
Consistency matters. The handheld integrates seamlessly with your existing 365 Dining ecosystem, so cashiers have the same consultative ordering interface they already know. Guests can pay just as they would at a fixed terminal: With their 365Pay app accounts or a standard debit/credit card, making the experience simple and intuitive.
Space-Saving, Scalable Design
Adding multiple tablets to a location is easy, and because they don’t require complex cabling or dedicated counter space, they’re far less demanding than traditional POS stations. Operators can scale service up or down quickly without redesigning their footprint.
Why Operators Choose 365
Other companies can sell you a handheld POS. Only 365 delivers:
- A connected dining ecosystem — from dining to catering, kitchen management, and beyond, all backed by the same trusted provider
- Proven operator trust — more than 20 years powering foodservice globally
- Flexibility without complexity — expand service capacity without permanent infrastructure
With the 365 Dining Handheld Tablet, operators get more than just a device. They get a trusted partner and an ecosystem designed to keep dining operations running smoothly.
Coming Soon
The 365 Dining Handheld Tablet is the next step in making dining operations more efficient, adaptable, and customer-focused—no permanent infrastructure required. Stay tuned for the release date of our new handheld tablet, follow us on Linkedin!