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Katalyst

by Katalyst Labs, Inc. · Since 2015
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Quick facts
VendorKatalyst Labs, Inc.
Year launched2015
StatusActive
Location90 Paramount Drive, Raynham, Massachusetts (MA), 02767
Countries served1+
Languages2
IntegrationsN/A
Free tierNO
Free trialNO
Contact salesYES

About Katalyst

Katalyst is a point-of-sale (POS) platform for restaurants, built by restaurant operators.

Katalyst is a comprehensive point-of-sale (POS) platform designed by restaurant operators for the foodservice industry. It offers a suite of natively integrated tools to unify operations, including a flexible POS system, kitchen display system (KDS), online ordering, and in-house catering management. The platform also features native reservations, gift card and loyalty programs, and options for a branded mobile app and self-service kiosks. Aimed at a wide range of concepts from food trucks to multi-location fine dining, Katalyst emphasizes data ownership and detailed analytics, tracking over 200 KPIs. The company does not publish pricing, requiring interested operators to request a demo. Support is available 24/7 via phone and email from a US-based team.

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • Offers a comprehensive, all-in-one platform with natively integrated modules, avoiding third-party patchwork.
  • Built by experienced restaurant operators, ensuring features are tailored to real-world industry needs.
  • Supports a wide variety of restaurant types, including full-service, QSR, catering, and multi-location enterprises.
  • Provides 24/7 US-based customer support via phone and email.
  • Includes advanced features like a custom restaurant app builder and self-order kiosks.
Cons
  • Pricing is not publicly available and requires contacting the company for a demo and quote.
  • The website does not provide a public documentation site or knowledge base for self-service support.
  • No explicit mention of integrations with third-party accounting or delivery marketplace platforms.

Features

Key features

Flexible POS System

A customizable point-of-sale system designed for various business types, from food trucks to fine dining.

Native Reservations

Manages bookings and tables directly within the POS, with real-time updates and guest interaction tools.

In-house Catering Management

Streamlines catering orders from quote to deposit, with order tracking and menu customization.

Kitchen Display System (KDS)

Replaces paper tickets with a digital display to organize orders, improve workflow, and reduce errors.

Gift Card and Loyalty Programs

Offers native, custom-branded gift card and loyalty programs to encourage repeat business.

Online Ordering System

Integrates online ordering directly into the platform, allowing customers to order from the restaurant's website or app.

Branded Mobile App

Provides a custom mobile app for restaurants to manage loyalty, ordering, and rewards.

Self-Order Kiosk

Allows customers to place their own orders, reducing wait times and improving order accuracy.

Enterprise Management

A centralized dashboard for overseeing multiple locations, with live insights and consistent branding.

Additional features

Katalyst Payments

Offers cost-effective payment processing with transparent pricing.

Mobile Order and Pay

Supports QR-code based ordering and payments directly from customers' phones.

Analytics and Reporting

Tracks over 200 KPIs to provide insights on sales, product performance, customer behavior, and labor.

Multi-Location Management

Centralizes inventory, sales, and reporting for restaurant groups with multiple branches.

Menu Customization

Allows for flexible menu structures that can be adapted per location or concept.

Staff and Server Management

Tracks labor and performance across single or multiple units.

Automated Reconciliations

Simplifies end-of-day financial reporting with automated processes.

Pricing

Free trial
Free version
Request a quote
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Countries & Languages

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Countries served
2
Interface languages
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Billing currencies

Available in

United States

Interface languages

EnglishSpanish

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