TouchBistro
All-in-one restaurant management platform with robust inventory features.
Key Features
Detailed Information
Mobile counting options: As an iPad-based system, TouchBistro offers a mobile-first inventory counting experience. Staff can perform counts directly from iPads, moving throughout storage areas while entering quantities.
Barcode/QR scanning: TouchBistro supports barcode scanning through iPad cameras or compatible Bluetooth scanners. The system can generate and print barcode labels for streamlined counting.
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TouchBistro Inventory Management Guide
Core Functionality
TouchBistro's inventory management system offers comprehensive stock control, recipe management, and cost tracking features designed specifically for restaurants.
- 1Real-time inventory tracking
- 2Automated purchase orders
- 3Recipe and menu costing
- 4Vendor management
- 5Mobile inventory counts
Recent Updates
Latest platform enhancements focused on improving user experience and adding advanced features.
- 1Enhanced mobile inventory counting
- 2Improved variance tracking
- 3Advanced waste management
- 4Expanded reporting capabilities
- 5New supplier integration options
Ideal Use Cases
TouchBistro inventory management is particularly well-suited for:
- 1Full-service restaurants
- 2Quick-service establishments
- 3Bars and nightclubs
- 4Cafes and bakeries
- 5Small to medium-sized restaurant groups
Setup Tutorial
Create Your Account
Sign up for TouchBistro and verify your email address.
- Use a business email address
- Set a strong password
- Enable two-factor authentication
System Requirements
Ensure your iPad meets the minimum requirements.
- iOS 14 or later
- iPad Air 2 or newer
- Stable internet connection
Base Configuration
Set up your restaurant profile and basic preferences.
- Configure business hours
- Set up tax rates
- Define user roles
Platform Comparison
| Feature | TouchBistro | Square | Toast |
|---|---|---|---|
Best suited for Primary target market and optimal use case | Full-service restaurants | Quick-service and cafes | Mid-size restaurants |
Pricing structure Primary pricing model | Monthly subscription | Processing fee percentage | Monthly subscription |
Hardware requirements Required hardware setup | iPad-based system | Minimal hardware | Proprietary hardware |
Inventory counting method Method for performing physical inventory counts | Integrated mobile counts | Basic inventory tracking | Comprehensive count sheets |
Menu engineering Tools for menu analysis and optimization | Built-in menu optimization | Limited menu analysis | Advanced menu reporting |
Customer support Available support channels and hours | 24/7 dedicated support | Email and chat support | Tiered support options |
Mobile app Availability of mobile application | |||
Offline mode Ability to operate without internet connection | |||
Multi-location support Support for multiple restaurant locations | |||
API access Access to API for custom integrations |
Feature Comparison
| Feature | TouchBistro | Oracle MICROS | Toast |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inventory tracking method | Periodic with batch updates | Real-time perpetual inventory | Real-time perpetual inventory |
| Mobile capabilities | iPad-centric system | Full-featured mobile app | Android/iOS compatible |
| Recipe costing | Basic recipe costing | Advanced yield management | Integrated recipe management |
| Multi-location support | Limited multi-location features | Enterprise-grade with centralized control | Strong multi-location support |
| Integration ecosystem | Limited third-party integrations | Extensive Oracle ecosystem | Growing partner marketplace |
| Reporting capabilities | Basic reporting suite | Advanced enterprise reporting | Comprehensive reporting |
| Learning curve | Moderate (3/5) | Steep (4/5) | Moderate (3/5) |
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Success Stories
The Rustic Table
Farm-to-Table Restaurant • Portland, OR
Challenge
Complex menu with seasonal changes and local sourcing made inventory tracking difficult and time-consuming.
Solution
Implemented TouchBistro's inventory system with focus on supplier management and recipe costing.
Implementation
3-week implementation including staff training and menu setup.
Results
- Reduced inventory management time by 65%
- Improved menu profitability by 8%
- Decreased food waste by 34%
- Streamlined supplier relationships
"TouchBistro has revolutionized how we manage our seasonal menu changes and local ingredient sourcing."
Urban Slice Pizzeria
Pizza Restaurant Chain • Boston, MA
Challenge
Managing ingredient prep and pizza assembly across multiple locations while maintaining consistency.
Solution
Deployed TouchBistro with standardized recipe management and prep planning.
Implementation
4-week rollout across all locations.
Results
- Standardized food costs across locations
- Reduced prep waste by 45%
- Improved inventory accuracy to 98%
- Increased overall profitability by 12%
"The recipe management and prep planning features have transformed our operations across all locations."
The Copper Pot
Gastropub • Austin, TX
Challenge
Balancing craft beer inventory with food ingredients while maintaining accurate costs.
Solution
Implemented TouchBistro's beverage and food inventory tracking system.
Implementation
2-week setup with custom configuration for beverage tracking.
Results
- Reduced beverage cost by 4.2%
- Improved draft beer yield by 8%
- Decreased overall inventory holding by 22%
- Increased bar profitability by 15%
"TouchBistro's integrated approach to food and beverage inventory has given us unprecedented control over our costs."
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Additional Information
- Category
- Mid-Market
- Price Range
- $$
- Pricing Model
- Per terminal