The Best POS Systems for Sushi & Hibachi Restaurants

Ivonne Hu • June 5, 2025

Running a successful sushi or hibachi restaurant in the U.S. takes more than just great food. Efficiency, accuracy, and a smooth guest experience are essential to stand out in a competitive market. That’s where a smart, reliable point-of-sale (POS) system comes in.


Whether you're running a high-volume hibachi grill, a traditional sushi bar, or a sushi buffet, the right POS system can help streamline operations, boost revenue, and elevate customer satisfaction. In this blog, we’ll break down what makes a great POS for sushi and hibachi restaurants.



A chef is checking orders showing on the kitchen display system in the sushi restaurant kitchen

What Makes a Great POS System for Sushi & Hibachi?


Japanese restaurants have unique service models. Here are the key features you should look for in a POS system:




1. Customizable Menu Management


Sushi menus are often complex, with multiple modifiers (sauces, toppings, substitutions) and chef’s specials that change daily. Hibachi restaurants may require detailed ingredient tracking for tableside cooking.





ZBSPOS Advantage:


 Easily build and update multi-language, multi-category menus with modifiers, combo settings, and auto-pricing for AYCE (All-You-Can-Eat) options.


a chef is checking the orders from the online platform at the kitchen of a sushi restaurant

2. Fast, Accurate Ordering—Front and Back


Hibachi grills demand split-second timing. Sushi bars handle high ticket volumes at peak hours. A fast, intuitive POS helps your team work smarter and faster.




ZBSPOS Advantage:


  1. Tablet Ordering: Let servers take orders tableside for real-time updates to the kitchen.
  2. QR Code Ordering: Let guests order their food without waiting and save labor cost
  3. Online Ordering Sync: Orders from your website or app integrate directly into the POS and kitchen display system (KDS)—no more double entry.


a guest is viewing the dishes on the tablet at a sushi restaurant

3. Integrated Waitlist & Reservations


Hibachi-style seating often requires group management, while AYCE sushi restaurants may experience peak-hour crowds.





ZBSPOS Advantage:


  1. Use Front Waitlist & Reserve to manage party size, table turnover, and guest flow with ease.
  2. Reduce wait times, eliminate manual reservations, and boost customer satisfaction.


two guests are making a payment via handheld payment solution.

4. Tableside Payment & Split Bills


Sushi and hibachi meals are often group occasions. Your POS should make it easy for guests to pay how they want—fast.





ZBSPOS Advantage:


  1. Tableside Payment Terminals support EMV, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and QR codes.
  2. Easily split checks by item, seat, or amount—perfect for birthday dinners or business lunches.



A person is taking pictures for the dishes at a sushi restaurant

5. Marketing, Loyalty, and Analytics


Want to turn first-time diners into regulars? You need tools that track customer behavior and help you stay top of mind.





ZBSPOS Advantage:


  1. Built-in CRM and gift card & membership system
  2. Launch promotions via text/email
  3. Use real-time sales and inventory analytics to make smart decisions


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Why Sushi & Hibachi Restaurants Choose ZBSPOS


ZBSPOS is trusted by hundreds of Japanese restaurants across the U.S., from fast-casual sushi spots to upscale hibachi chains. Here’s why:
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  1. Multilingual UI (English/Chinese/Japanese/Korean)
  2. AYCE Menu Support
  3. Kitchen Display System (KDS)
  4. Custom-built for restaurant types like dine-in, takeout, or mixed service
  5. Affordable hardware packages & local installation available


The gift card of a zbs client called Volcano sushi restaurant

Real Success Stories


Sushi Bros, a popular sushi restaurant, streamlined their online ordering, QR ordering, and kitchen workflow with ZBSPOS, reducing labor, improving order accuracy, and increasing revenue by 30%.


Volcano Steak & Sushi, known for its operations model, uses ZBS’s smart POS System, Multilocation Management System, Centralized Phone System, Kitchen Display System (KDS), and Restaurant Robotics to simplify their check-out process for servers and customers alike.


The best POS system for sushi and hibachi restaurants isn’t just about processing payments—it’s about empowering your team, enhancing guest experience, and growing your business.


Ready to upgrade the operations of your sushi or hibachi restaurant? Book a free demo with ZBSPOS today!

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