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

Q: Can I manage multiple locations with Toast's Grocery POS system?

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 on Toast's retail POS system?

Nope, you can have an unlimited number of SKUs.

Q: Does Toast's POS system 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.

Get back hours of your time with a POS that simplifies inventory, frees up staff, and lets you focus on the customer experience.

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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.

A seamless experience, wherever they are

With integrated online ordering and in-store checkout, customers can buy more in more places, in a single transaction.

Easily integrated food service

Add food service to your retail experience without separate terminals or siloed reporting.

A grocery POS system that adapts to modern grocery needs

Free yourself (and staff) up to spend more time helping customers and less time fighting with technology.

Your inventory process, upgraded

Do inventory at warp speed with SmartScan.
Scan grocery 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 lightning 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 DoorDash, Uber Eats, Grubhub, and more, you can have delivery options that update your inventory in real time.

Run retail and food service in one 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 grocery businesses

Toast Retail POS 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
24/7/365 support
0% financing options available
Simplify your operations with SmartScan + Inventory Management and 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).

Grocery POS Software

Cloud-based access lets you manage inventory, run reports, and more from anywhere.
Create, send, and manage purchase orders in a few clicks.
Fully integrated email marketing, loyalty, and gift cards to grow your following.
Online ordering so you can easily add pickup and delivery options.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Toast’s retail POS system 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 with Toast's Grocery POS system?

Is there a limit on the number of SKUs I can have on Toast's retail POS system?

Does Toast's POS system 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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This page was last updated on: May 8, 2026

* As of Q1 2026