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Transform your kitchen operations with Chowbus’s intelligent kitchen display system (KDS) that streamlines coordination between front and back of house.
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Lightning-Fast Food Preparation At A Glance
Lightning-Fast Food Preparation At A Glance
Smart consolidation and priority management make your kitchen faster and more precise.
Seamless Coordination, Instant Response
Seamless Coordination, Instant Response
Front and back of house communicate in real-time, ensuring order changes are addressed in seconds.
Rugged Reliability, Worry-Free Operation
Rugged Reliability, Worry-Free Operation
Waterproof design + offline mode + zero printing costs = kitchen operations made simple.

Industry-Leading Smart Kitchen Display System

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Efficiency First, Every Dish, Every Time

Color-coded orders highlight urgency levels, eliminating customer follow-up headaches
Automatic dish consolidation gives kitchen staff a clear picture of preparation pressure points
Ultra-simple operation design means new staff can hit the ground running with zero training time
Multiple workstation screens with dish-specific assignments and three display modes adapt to any restaurant setup
Priority processing for add-on orders boosts table turnover (impossible with traditional paper tickets)
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Seamless Teamwork, Reduced Communication Errors

Real-time audio-visual alerts notify kitchen staff immediately of order changes (additions, note adjustments, etc.), preventing oversights
Flexible filtering of dine-in/takeout orders optimizes workflow efficiency
Full-order display at expediting station with double-tap confirmation speeds up service
Front-of-house display screen allows staff to monitor preparation progress, reducing back-and-forth communication
Inside a restaurant kitchen, a large monitor shows menu items for efficient order management via the kitchen display system.

Built Tough, Works Smart

Kitchen-grade waterproof and oil-resistant design for lasting performance
100% functional offline operation, impervious to network fluctuations
Eliminates printer maintenance and supply costs while being environmentally friendly

Beloved By Restaurants Of All Types

Che Li
New York
"Since implementing Chowbus's kitchen display system, communication efficiency between our front and back of house has improved tremendously. Scenarios that previously required repeated confirmation no longer exist. "
Che Li restaurant showcasing a small counter with a tree nearby, creating a welcoming outdoor atmosphere.
Wallace Chicken
Los Angeles
"Chowbus's dish consolidation feature was a genuine game-changer for us. As a fast-food restaurant, serving speed is critical. This feature gives us clear visibility into current preparation bottlenecks, while yellow and red highlights for delayed orders help us prioritize effectively, significantly reducing customer follow-ups."
A clean white countertop with point-of-sale system in Wallace Chicken.
7 Japanese BBQ & Yakitori Bar
Los Angeles
"We've tried numerous KDS systems, but Chowbus's is the most user-friendly by far. No training required—staff can operate it immediately. Marking dishes complete requires just a single tap, eliminating cumbersome confirmation steps. Since adopting Chowbus KDS, our kitchen's preparation efficiency has noticeably improved."
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Chowbus kitchen display system (KDS)?

The Chowbus kitchen display system is a digital solution that replaces paper tickets with real-time, touchscreen displays in the kitchen. It helps restaurants streamline prep, eliminate communication gaps, and manage orders more efficiently across dine-in, takeout, and delivery.

How easy is it to set up the Chowbus KDS kitchen display system?

Chowbus KDS is plug-and-play. Our team helps with setup, screen configurations, and integration with your POS—no technical expertise or extra hardware needed.

Can your KDS system run without internet connectivity?

Yes. Our KDS system operates 100% offline, ensuring uninterrupted kitchen workflow even during network disruptions—ideal for high-volume restaurant environments.

How much does the Chowbus KDS system for restaurants cost, and what’s included?

Pricing for the Chowbus KDS system for restaurants depends on your setup and the number of stations. It includes the full kitchen display system software, integration with Chowbus POS, multi-screen support, offline functionality, and real-time visual/audio alerts.

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