Canes Restaurant POS and AI Receptionist Setup Guide

The Canes Restaurant POS system takes reservations and phone orders through an AI receptionist, capturing party size, time, allergies, and notes while only offering seating times the restaurant can actually accommodate. It runs on an iPad or Android tablet you already own, with plans starting at $99 a month for up to 5 staff. The system is a product of Lumoras LLC and is available month to month with setup and the AI receptionist included in the price. This setup guide walks through the hardware, pricing, and getting started steps for your restaurant. The Restaurant POS System covers the full feature set, and the Pricing page lists all plan details. If you manage a high-volume phone line, the Restaurant phone dinner rush guide pairs well with this one, and new users can follow the Getting started steps after purchase. ## Canes Restaurant technology stack at a glance The Canes Restaurant technology stack handles three core problems at once: rush-hour phone coverage without hiring extra front-of-house staff, real-time table tracking with kitchen ticket alerts, and POS hardware that runs on equipment you already have. During peak dinner service, the AI receptionist answers every incoming call, records the order details, and syncs the ticket to the kitchen. The register tracks table status in real time, and kitchen tickets turn red at ten minutes to flag delays before they become complaints. ## Handling the dinner rush phone line The AI receptionist takes reservations and phone orders, capturing party size, time, allergies, and notes for every caller. It only offers times the restaurant can actually seat, so you never overbook a table or promise a reservation you cannot keep. When an order hits the kitchen, the ticket starts its timer immediately. At ten minutes, the ticket turns red on the register screen, alerting staff that a dish is running late. This single alert removes the need for a manager to walk the kitchen floor checking timestamps. ## POS hardware and pricing The Canes Restaurant POS register runs on an iPad or Android tablet you already own. No new hardware purchase is required to start taking orders or managing reservations. An optional dual-screen counter terminal runs the same app if you want a dedicated point-of-sale at the register, but it is not required. POS plans are priced by team size from $99 a month for up to 5 staff, month to month, with setup and the AI receptionist included in the monthly price. The Restaurant POS System page lists all hardware options, and the Pricing page breaks down costs by team size. ## Setup and getting started Setup and the AI receptionist are included in the monthly plan, so there is no separate setup fee. To begin, connect your existing phone number to the system and set your answering hours. Then add staff accounts, set business hours, and configure your menu items. The Getting started guide walks through each step in order. For restaurants that already handle a high volume of phone orders during peak hours, the Restaurant phone dinner rush article covers how to structure your answering rules and menu categories for maximum throughput. ## FAQ Does the Canes Restaurant POS require new hardware? No. The register runs on an iPad or Android tablet you already own. An optional dual-screen counter terminal is available if you want a dedicated register, but it is not required. Is the AI receptionist included in the monthly cost? Yes. Setup and the AI receptionist are included in the monthly plan. There is no separate charge for either service. Can I use my existing phone number with the system? Yes. You connect your existing phone number during setup and set your answering hours. No new number or phone plan is needed. What technology does Canes Restaurant use for phone orders? The Canes Restaurant system uses an AI receptionist to take reservations and phone orders, capturing party size, time, allergies, and notes, while syncing tickets to the kitchen with a ten-minute red alert for delays. How does Canes Restaurant handle the dinner rush? The AI receptionist answers every call, records the order, and only offers seating times the restaurant can accommodate. Kitchen tickets turn red at ten minutes to flag delays in real time, so staff can respond before a customer notices. What does the Canes Restaurant POS cost per month? POS plans start at $99 a month for up to 5 staff, priced by team size. The price includes setup and the AI receptionist, with no additional fees. Can I use the Canes Restaurant system with existing tablets? Yes. The register runs on an iPad or Android tablet you already own. No new hardware purchase is required to begin using the system.