Overview
- Create menus like Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, or Bar
- Assign categories and items to each menu
- Set when each menu is available (e.g., times of day)
- Activate or deactivate menus
Prerequisites
- Item Categories and Menu Items must exist (see Item categories and Menu items).
- You need permission to manage Menus.
Step-by-Step Actions
1. Open Menus

- In the left sidebar, click Menu to expand it.
- Click Menus.
- The Menus page opens with your list of menus.
2. Create a new menu
- Click Add or Create.
- Enter the menu name (e.g., “Breakfast”, “Lunch”, “Dinner”, “Bar”).
- Add categories or items to this menu using the provided selectors.
- If there are availability times, set start and end times (e.g., Breakfast 7:00–11:00).
- Set the menu as Active so it can be used.
- Click Save or Create.
3. Assign categories and items
- Open the menu for editing.
- In the Categories or Items section, select which categories or items belong to this menu.
- You may be able to drag and drop to change the order.
- Save.
4. Activate or deactivate a menu
- Find the menu in the list.
- Use the Active or Status toggle to turn it on or off.
- An inactive menu will not appear in POS or on the customer site.
5. Reorder menu items within a menu
- Edit the menu.
- Find the sort or drag-and-drop area for items.
- Arrange items in the order you want them to appear.
- Save.
6. View menu preview
- If a Preview button is available, click it.
- See how the menu will look to customers or staff.
- Adjust items or order as needed.
Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
| Mistake | How to avoid |
|---|---|
| Overlapping times | Check that menu times do not conflict if they are time-based. |
| Empty menu | Make sure at least one category or item is assigned. |
| Forgetting to activate | Set the menu as Active after creating it. |
End Result
- You have menus that match your service periods (e.g., Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
- Each menu shows the right categories and items.
- Menus are active and usable in POS and on the customer site.