October 2026 Product Updates – US

jenni — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:24:55 GMT

Hey Toast Community 👋

Here's a breakdown of the latest features, beta programs, and operational changes rolled out to Toast POS this month. Please share your feedback and questions in the comments below!

Early Access & Betas

Table Service Pro (Beta): Voice order entry, menu prompt and upsell assistance, and automated ticket error alerts on the POS. Sign up here >>
Toast Books Waitlist: Early access waitlist open for Toast's upcoming native bookkeeping tool. Sign up here >>
Restaurant Research Hub: Paid product research program offering gift cards for giving feedback on new features. Join the Restaurant Research Hub >>
Toast IQ Early Access: Beta access program to test upcoming AI features before they officially release. Unlock early access >>

AI & Staff Operations

Toast IQ for Tips Manager: In-product AI guide to help navigate tip-pooling configurations, troubleshoot setups, and explain distribution math.
Team Overview Upgrade: Added a Team Performance tile to track productivity trends and manage employee contests.

Back Office & Delivery

Direct Delivery Refunds: Submit Toast Delivery Services (TDS) refund requests directly inside Toast Web. Learn more >>
Provider Refunds Log: Centralized, read-only log in Toast Web to track delivery provider refund decisions and amounts. Learn more >>
Menu Builder Retirement: Menu Builder landing page is retiring; all menu management moves to Menu Manager. Learn more >>
Third-Party Modifier Pricing: Sync modifier price increases with item price increases on third-party ordering platforms. Try it out >>

Guest Experience & App Updates

Branded App Reservations: Guests can now book Toast Tables reservations directly inside your Branded Mobile App. Learn more >>
Branded App Analytics: Centralized dashboard tracking app sales, guest engagement, and push notification impact. Learn more >>
POS Takeout SMS Alerts: Trigger "Order Ready" text messages for POS-created takeout and curbside orders from Orders Hub or Payment Terminal. Learn more >>
Online Ordering Calorie Counts: Item and modifier calorie counts now auto-display on Online Ordering. Learn more >>

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October 2026 Product Updates – US