Lavu
Restaurant POS systems
Restaurant management software
Hospitality software
Restaurant software
- Features
- Ease of use
- Ease of management
- Quality of support
- Affordability
- Market presence
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What is Lavu
Lavu is a restaurant point-of-sale (POS) and management platform designed for foodservice operators such as quick-service, full-service, and bar concepts. It supports order entry, table service workflows, menu management, and reporting, with integrations for payments and other restaurant systems. The product is commonly deployed on iPad-based terminals and can be used across single-location and multi-location operations.
Restaurant-focused POS workflows
Lavu includes features oriented to restaurant operations such as table management, modifiers, coursing, and split checks. These capabilities support common front-of-house scenarios for full-service dining and bars. The system also provides menu configuration tools that help operators manage complex items and pricing structures.
iPad-based deployment options
The platform is designed for iPad use, which can reduce hardware complexity compared with proprietary terminals. This approach can support flexible station setups (e.g., handheld or fixed terminals) depending on the operation. It also aligns with restaurants that prefer Apple-based devices for staff familiarity and device availability.
Integrations for payments and operations
Lavu supports integrations that connect POS activity with payments and other restaurant tools. This can help consolidate order, payment, and reporting data in one workflow. Integration availability can be important for restaurants that already use third-party systems for accounting, online ordering, or loyalty.
Total cost varies by add-ons
Restaurant POS deployments often require additional modules, integrations, or payment services to meet specific needs. As a result, the all-in cost can vary materially by location count and required functionality. Buyers typically need a detailed quote to understand ongoing software, hardware, and processing-related expenses.
Implementation depends on configuration
Menu builds, modifier logic, and service workflows can require careful setup to match a restaurant’s operations. More complex concepts (multiple revenue centers, extensive modifiers, or multi-location reporting) may increase implementation effort. This can extend timelines and increase reliance on vendor or partner support during rollout.
Hardware and connectivity constraints
iPad-based POS environments depend on device management, battery health, and network stability. Restaurants may need to invest in reliable Wi‑Fi, routers, and backup procedures to reduce service disruption. Peripheral compatibility (printers, cash drawers, kitchen display hardware) may also require validation during procurement.
Plan & Pricing
Lavu POS (official site content)
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Freedom / Basic | $9.99 per month (+ ~2% processing) | Entry-level POS offering; marketing copy lists Freedom/Basic starting at $9.99/mo, includes core POS features, dual-pricing support, hardware compatibility, 24/7 support (site recommends scheduling a demo/quote for exact configuration). |
| Advanced / Mid-tier | $19.99 per month (example on site) | Adds advanced reporting, delivery/online ordering integrations and additional features (site indicates mid-tier options; contact sales for exact configuration). |
| Enterprise | $29.99 per month (example on site) or Custom pricing | Multi-location support, custom integrations, dedicated account management; many enterprise items require contacting sales for exact pricing. |
Notes: Lavu’s site also repeatedly directs visitors to request a free demo/quote for exact pricing and configuration; several pages describe pricing as "starting at $9.99/mo" while other pages emphasize contacting sales for a quote. Pricing for hardware, payment processing, add‑ons (MenuDrive, KDS, self‑service kiosks, LavuCare, etc.) are described separately or require additional setup/fees on the vendor site.
Lavu — "Marty" (restaurant intelligence / automation add-on)
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Insights | $49 per month | Works with any POS; instant audit, leak detection, actionable insights. |
| Automation | $99 per month | Automation features with some AI agents; key tasks automated. |
| Autopilot | $199 per month | Full automation, all AI agents; requires Lavu POS. |
Additional official-site notes:
- MenuDrive (online ordering/marketing) is promoted on Lavu pages and offers a free trial (and in some Lavu offers, "free forever" with a new Lavu POS), but MenuDrive is a separate product/partner promoted on Lavu’s site.
- Lavu’s Terms note that "some Lavu Products may offer a free trial period" and that details are available on each product page; the POS pages emphasize a free demo and quote-based pricing rather than a public time-limited trial.
Seller details
Lavu, Inc.
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States
2010
Private
https://www.lavu.com/
https://x.com/lavupos
https://www.linkedin.com/company/lavu
