Changelog
What's new in Otteresto. Features, improvements, and updates.
Aggregator Order Auto-Print
Aggregator orders from Noon, Talabat, and other platforms now auto-print a ticket when they arrive.
- Auto-print aggregator ticket on new order with platform name, order code, items, prices, and delivery details
- Rider info, delivery address, and customer notes printed for kitchen and packing staff
- Configurable per-terminal toggle in Printer Settings
- Secondary language item names printed on thermal receipts when configured
- Works with USB and network thermal printers via ESC/POS
Aggregator Menu Channels
Manage separate menus for delivery platforms directly from Otteresto.
- One menu per aggregator platform (Noon, Keeta, Talabat & more)
- Per-platform pricing with markup support
- Sync menu items and availability across channels
- Coming soon: direct order integration with aggregator platforms
Secondary Language Support
Menus and receipts now support a secondary language per branch, with AI-powered translation.
- Branch-level secondary language setting
- Secondary names on categories and menu items
- Configurable display language for customer-facing UI and printed receipts
- Secondary language names on ESC/POS thermal receipts, KOTs, and aggregator tickets
- AI translation via NeuralOne with MyMemory fallback
Biometric Login
Staff can now log in to the POS using fingerprint or face recognition on supported devices.
- Fingerprint and Face ID authentication
- Faster shift changes with biometric tap-to-login
- Fallback to PIN entry on unsupported devices
QR Codes on Printed Receipts
Printed receipts now include a QR code linking to the digital menu.
- Auto-generated QR code on every receipt
- Links customers to your digital menu for reordering
- Configurable per branch
Waitlist Management
Digital waitlist for busy restaurants to manage walk-in guests.
- Add guests to waitlist with party size and contact info
- Notify guests when their table is ready
- Track wait times and no-shows
Tiered Subscription Plans
New transparent pricing structure with three tiers to match every restaurant's needs.
- Basic (AED 199/mo) - Essential POS and cloud access
- Growth (AED 299/mo) - KDS, inventory, CRM, loyalty, and more
- Scale (AED 449/mo) - Advanced analytics, priority support, white-label branding
- 20% savings on annual billing
- Per-branch pricing for multi-location restaurants
Connect Device & Terminal Ordering
Multi-terminal support for restaurants with multiple POS stations.
- Connect multiple devices to the same branch
- Terminal-based ordering numbers for each station
- Shared order queue across terminals
- Install as a mobile app via Chrome for push notifications and daily summaries
Price Variations & Modifiers
Flexible pricing for menu items with multiple sizes, add-ons, and customizations.
- Size and variant pricing (Small, Medium, Large)
- Add-on modifiers with individual pricing
- Variations sync between local POS and cloud
Kitchen Display System (KDS)
Digital kitchen displays replace paper tickets for faster, more accurate order preparation.
- Real-time order display as they come in from POS
- Color-coded priority and timing indicators
- Multi-station support for different kitchen sections
- Touch-to-complete workflow
Inventory Management
Full inventory module for tracking ingredients, recipes, and stock levels.
- Ingredient management with unit costs and stock tracking
- Recipe builder linking menu items to ingredients
- Supplier management with TRN support
- Stock analytics and low-stock alerts
- Automatic stock deduction on order completion
Staff Management & Scheduling
Complete staff management across local POS and cloud dashboard.
- Staff profiles with role-based permissions (Admin, Manager, Cashier, Waiter)
- Salary tracking and management synced to cloud
- Performance analytics per staff member
- Optimized manager and admin permission controls
Multi-Tax & VAT Support
Full UAE VAT compliance with support for multiple tax configurations.
- Configurable tax rates per menu item
- Multi-tax support on a single order
- VAT-compliant invoice generation per FTA requirements
- Net and gross pricing modes
Split Bill & Table Management
Flexible bill splitting and table operations for dine-in service.
- Split bills by item, by seat, or by custom amount
- Move items or entire orders between tables
- Multi-payment support on split bills
Otteresto V2.1 Launch
The complete rewrite of Otteresto is live - a local-first POS with cloud sync, built from the ground up for restaurants in the UAE.
- Local POS system that works offline - your restaurant never stops
- Cloud dashboard for analytics, reporting, and multi-branch management
- Automatic data sync between local and cloud when connected
- Dine-in, takeout, and delivery order management
- Multiple payment methods with receipt printing
- Role-based staff access control
- Menu management with categories and modifiers