Payments and POS systems tailored to restaurants and coffee shops

Q: Can I accept card payments on the go?

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Q: How can I keep track of payments and invoices?

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Q: How long does it take for the money to appear in my account?

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Need a card machine for your restaurant or coffee shop, or looking to streamline your operations? SumUp's POS systems simplify everything from taking orders and accepting contactless payments to accounting and reporting all in one easy-to-use solution.

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Payments and POS systems tailored to restaurants and coffee shops

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Speed up service and simplify your daily tasks with features like item catalogues, easy bill splitting, and options for tips, discounts, and more. Plus, seamlessly integrate your favourite apps and tools for a complete solution—all set up in minutes.

Why are SumUp products ideal solutions for coffee shops and restaurants?

All-in-one solution

Forget the faff. Process payments, manage tables, send orders to the kitchen, integrate with delivery apps, update your menu, and handle reservations—all in one nifty POS system.

Easy to use

Get up and running quickly with our installation videos. Plus, master your POS in no time with its intuitive design, and train your team in minutes.

Tailored to you

Choose from a range of hardware options, including tablets, card readers, and printers, all designed to meet your needs. Every add-on integrates seamlessly with your POS.

POS systems and payment solutions for every need

Whether selling on the go, in-store, or across locations, SumUp offers the perfect POS setup for your business. Choose from POS Pro, POS Lite, or free POS options to create your ideal setup.

Manage your business

Point of Sale Pro

Streamline all your daily processes—from orders to payments to data analysis and reporting. This all-in-one POS solution is fully customisable for your business needs.

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Simplify your sales

Point of Sale Lite

SumUp’s out-of-the-box POS tablet includes pre-installed software and essential features to organise your counter. No binding contract, no monthly fees.

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Accept all card payments

Solo

A portable and advanced card reader with a touchscreen interface, built-in SIM card, and charging station. View your sales history, offer tipping options, and more.

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Simplify your sales

Free POS

Download the free SumUp app to turn your tablet into a fully functioning POS. Ideal for those who want to simplify their sales with minimal setup and no commitment.

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Get paid on your phone

Tap to Pay

Tap to Pay lets you accept contactless payments directly on your smartphone—no extra hardware is needed and you can start taking payments straight away.

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Manage your money

Business Account

Manage your money with a free UK business account that includes a free Mastercard, instant bank transfers, and expense management—all with zero monthly fees.

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Pricing that’s fair & flexible

Our pricing is designed to work for you. Choose to pay-as-you-go or opt for our money-saving subscriptions. Plus, if you make £60,000 a year, contact our Sales team for a tailored deal.

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Enjoy transaction fees from as low as

0.99%

No nasty surprises

We'll never charge you admin costs or annual renewal fees. And, there's no minimum amount you need to process each month.

Speedy payouts

Access the money you process with our products directly in your account as early as 7am.

Meet the restaurant and cafe owners who’ve simplified their operations with SumUp

"We've had SumUp for three years — it's just simplified everything."

Raj & Raj, founders of Udderlicious, London

Ready to simplify your payments?

Whether you need payment processing for restaurants or a coffee shop till system, find the solution that’s tailored to your needs.

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FAQs

Looking for answers? Here are some of the most common questions asked by restaurants and coffee shops businesses like yours.

Can I accept card payments on the go?

Yes, you can. SumUp's portable card readers and Tap to Pay allow you to take payments anywhere, without needing bulky hardware.

What payment methods can my business accept with SumUp?

With SumUp card readers, you can accept all major debit and credit cards, as well as contactless payments like Apple Pay and Google Pay.

You can find a full list of accepted payment methods here:

Visa
V Pay
Mastercard
Maestro
American Express
Discover
Diners Club
Union Pay
Google Pay
Apple Pay

How can I keep track of payments and invoices?

SumUp’s central dashboard helps you manage all your transactions, whether you're accepting card payments or sending invoices. All your data is stored in one place for easy access.

What happens if my business is closed for a few days?

If you opt for SumUp’s pay-as-you-go, you will incur no monthly charges and you will pay a standard 1.69% for card reader payments. So if your business is closed, you won’t incur any fees.

In case you’re accepting more than £2,800 a month, you can save money with our SumUp One subscription. Find out more about our pricing options.

How long does it take for the money to appear in my account?

Your money will appear in your account the next working day by 4 pm.

You also want to receive next day access to your earnings on weekends and bank holidays? Use the free SumUp Business Account as your payout account – and get next-day access to your earnings by 7 am.

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Payments and POS systems tailored to restaurants and coffee shops

Payments and POS systems tailored to restaurants and coffee shops

POS systems and payment solutions for every need

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Ready to simplify your payments?

FAQs

Discover tips and guides to help you run your restaurant or coffee shop business

Meet the restaurant and cafe owners who’ve simplified their operations with SumUp