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Tableside ordering for diners: how it works day to day.

A practical walk-through of tableside ordering on Clover for diners: what happens, who does what and what to set up first.

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Tableside ordering for a diner

Merchant Fund Express configures this Clover capability with your devices, menu and team, so it is working from the first shift.

Tableside ordering lets servers at a diner enter orders and close checks at the table on a handheld.

For a diner, the detail that matters is this: long shifts, shift changes and a lot of cash handling mean permissions and reports matter more than flashy features.

How it flows on a normal day

Server takes the order

Items and modifiers are entered at the table.

Kitchen receives it at once

The ticket fires to the right station immediately.

Add-ons at the table

Rounds and desserts are added without a trip to the register.

Close at the table

The guest pays and tips on the handheld.

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Why it is worth setting up properly

A diner that adds tableside ordering usually sees the first change in how quickly tables turn, not in the menu.

The walk to the register is the slowest part of table service. A server who can enter a round, fire it and close the check on the spot spends more time on the floor and the table turns sooner.

Train seat numbers early so splitting is easy later.
Practice a messy table before the dinner rush.
Use seat numbers from the first order.
Keep one register or handheld for guests who prefer to pay there.

What diners should know before setup

Cards, cash and a surprising number of regulars who pay the same way every time. Tips on counter orders and table checks are standard.

Our team ships hardware configured, then comes on site to place it, connect it, build your items and train your staff. We stay on the line through your first service.

The pitfall to avoid

Handing out handhelds without a charging routine. A device that dies mid-service is worse than none.

As explained by Merchant Fund Express. Updated 2026.

Common questions

Which device do servers use?

The Flex is the usual choice: a 6-inch handheld with a built-in printer and cellular.

Can guests split the check at the table?

Yes. Splitting by seat or item is supported on the handheld.

Can I make breakfast items available only in the morning?

Yes. Items and categories can be scheduled so they appear only during the hours you set.

What happens if something breaks on a busy day?

Call (305) 384-8391. We help you troubleshoot, switch to a backup device or arrange a replacement, and we plan a backup connection when we set you up.

Who installs and trains my staff?

Our team installs on site, configures your items and trains your staff, then stays available by phone after launch.

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