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Practical food business guide · Reviewed 6 November 2026

How to Start Restaurant Billing in India

Get the first bill right before expanding into table QR, kitchen displays or online ordering.

1. Confirm your business and tax details

Enter your outlet name and contact information. Confirm the GST details and tax treatment that genuinely apply to your business. If you are unsure, get qualified tax advice before issuing compliant invoices.

2. Create an accurate food menu

Enter categories such as starters, main course, beverages and desserts. Add dishes as normal, editable items and configure a real selling rate. Keep dishes unavailable for checkout until their price and relevant tax treatment are reviewed.

If you use sample items, verify that each is editable and that selling rates and tax settings are correct before checkout.

3. Make a test counter bill

Add a couple of items, check quantities, available discounts, payment type and totals. Preview the invoice and verify the result before starting live sales.

4. Add table or direct ordering only if needed

For dine-in service, configure tables and test a Table QR. If your staff take orders, test Captain Ordering using a permitted account and PIN. For takeaway or delivery, test a supported Table QR Ordering Direct Order.

Connected customer journeys depend on internet access and merchant configuration.

5. Test the kitchen and close the bill

Check any accepted orders in Command Center and configured KDS stations. Confirm table association, order amounts and final customer bill. Keep an export of your business data.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I start with just the billing screen?

Yes. Start Blank or set up ordinary items and begin core billing after reviewing prices and tax settings.

Is a table QR necessary?

No. Use a Table QR only when it suits your restaurant. For counter-only operations you can bill directly.

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Explore billing with sample records before you set up your own business.

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