The Best POS Systems for Sushi & Hibachi Restaurants

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.

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.

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.
   
   
   

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.
   
   
   

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.
   

5. Marketing, Loyalty, and Analytics

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
   
   

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!