Restaurant Self Service Kiosk RES-F

The RES-F is a professional indoor floor-standing restaurant self service kiosk designed for QSR, fast-casual dining, and hospitality environments. Featuring interactive touchscreen displays and configurable system platforms, it provides the robust hardware foundation needed to support modern self-ordering workflows and peripheral integration.

  • 27"–49" Display Options
  • Portrait Floor-Standing Design
  • Capacitive or Infrared Touch
  • Configurable System and Peripherals
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Restaurant Self Service Kiosk RES-F floor standing model

What Is a Restaurant Self Service Kiosk?

A restaurant self service kiosk is an interactive hardware terminal where customers can independently browse digital menus, select items, modify their choices, and confirm orders via a touchscreen interface. Depending on the software and project configuration, users can also submit their orders or complete payments directly at the terminal.

When integrated properly, these orders can be transmitted directly to the restaurant's Point of Sale (POS) or Kitchen Display System (KDS). The RES-F provides the commercial-grade display, touch interface, computing power, and peripheral integration hardware. It is important to note that menu functionality, payment processing, and operational workflows depend entirely on compatible third-party software and project integration, which can support and may help streamline the ordering process depending on the restaurant workflow.

Product Highlights

Core features and configurable options of the RES-F hardware platform.

Floor-Standing Design

The confirmed standard installation format. Designed for indoor deployment, providing an accessible interaction point for customers without requiring counter space.

Multiple Display Sizes

Available in 27", 32", 43", and 49" configurations with portrait orientation. Resolution (1080p or 4K) and brightness (350–1000 nits) options are available depending on the selected size.

Responsive Touch Options

Configurable with commercial-grade capacitive or infrared touch technology supporting 10 to 40 touch points, facilitating smooth menu navigation and selection.

Configurable System Platforms

Choose from Driver Board, Standalone media player, Android, or Windows operating systems to match your specific ordering software and networking requirements.

Peripheral Integration Support

The hardware enclosure can be customized to integrate optional QR code scanners, thermal printers, and designated POS or payment peripherals based on project confirmation.

OEM and ODM Customization

Support for custom colors, customized logos, and specific interface requirements to align the hardware with your restaurant's brand identity and technical specifications.

Which Restaurant Kiosk Format Fits Your Space?

Understanding the differences between installation formats helps ensure the hardware matches your restaurant layout. The RES-F is confirmed as a floor-standing model.

FormatRES-F Floor-Standing KioskWall-Mounted KioskCountertop Kiosk
InstallationFreestanding on the floor.Mounted to a structural wall (Subject to project confirmation for RES-F).Placed on existing counters.
Space RequirementRequires dedicated floor space in lobbies or ordering zones.Zero floor footprint, utilizes empty wall space.Consumes valuable counter space near registers.
Customer InteractionProminent, standalone destination for ordering.Integrated into the environment flow.Close proximity to staff and traditional POS.
Relocation FlexibilityCan be moved if power and network connections allow.Fixed installation; requires structural work to move.Highly portable across counters.
Peripheral SpaceLarge enclosure allows robust internal integration.Limited depth may restrict large peripheral integration.Often relies on external/separate peripherals.
Note: While some product documentation may mention wall-mounted capabilities, the RES-F is primarily confirmed as a floor-standing kiosk. Modifying the RES-F for wall-mounting requires specific project confirmation. Additionally, interactive kiosks differ fundamentally from Digital Menu Boards, which are typically non-interactive displays used solely for information presentation above counters.

How to Choose a Restaurant Self Service Kiosk

Follow these steps to configure the right hardware for your ordering workflow.

1

Confirm the restaurant workflow

Determine peak hours, order volume, and how kitchen processing integrates with front-of-house ordering.

2

Select the installation location

Identify indoor spaces with adequate power, network access, and clearance for a floor-standing unit.

3

Choose the screen size

Select from 27" to 49" based on viewing distance and the complexity of your visual menu.

4

Confirm brightness and resolution

Match brightness (350/700/1000 nits) to indoor ambient light and resolution (FHD/4K) to content clarity needs.

5

Select capacitive or infrared touch

Choose the touch technology that best suits your interface design and expected user interaction.

6

Choose the operating platform

Align the OS (Android, Windows, or Standalone) with your chosen ordering software requirements.

7

Define scanner, printer and payment peripherals

Specify which hardware additions are necessary for completing transactions and printing receipts.

8

Confirm POS, software and KDS compatibility

Ensure your software provider supports the hardware interfaces for seamless data transmission.

9

Review accessibility and operating-height requirements

Evaluate if the hardware dimensions meet local regulations for user accessibility.

10

Confirm branding, quantity and destination market

Finalize custom colors, logos, batch sizes, and required certifications for your region.

How a Restaurant Self Service Kiosk Works

A typical customer journey facilitated by the hardware platform.

Browse Menu

Customer views digital items.

Select Items

Touchscreen input registers choices.

Review Order

Confirm selections and modifiers.

Submit or Pay

Via integrated peripherals.

Send Order Information

Data transmitted to POS/KDS.

Print or Display Confirmation

Receipt generation if configured.

Important Integration Notice:

  • Actual steps are determined by the selected ordering software.
  • Payment functionality depends entirely on the integrated payment terminal and service provider.
  • POS and kitchen system connections require compatible software or API interfaces.
  • Some projects may configure the kiosk to only submit orders, with payment handled at a separate counter.
  • Printing receipts requires the optional thermal printer configuration.

Restaurant Kiosk Hardware Components

Commercial LCD

Standard platform component

Touch Layer

Configuration option

Computing System

Configuration option

Floor-Standing Enclosure

Standard platform component

Network Connection

Configuration option

QR Code Scanner

Available for integration

Thermal Printer

Available for integration

POS / Payment Peripheral

Subject to project confirmation

Camera Option

Available for integration

Capacitive and Infrared Touch Options

The RES-F offers two primary touch technologies to facilitate user interaction via a standard USB interface. The final touchscreen configuration is selected according to the approved project specification.

  • Capacitive Touch

    Provides a smooth, flat-surface experience similar to modern smartphones. Offers excellent clarity and is easy to clean, making it highly suitable for high-traffic restaurant environments requiring a premium look.

  • Infrared Touch

    A robust and cost-effective solution supporting 10–40 touch points. It relies on a bezel structure and is highly responsive, suitable for various indoor commercial applications.

System and Media Player Options

Select the computing platform that aligns with your ordering software. The intended use depends entirely on the content and software requirements of your project.

ConfigurationInterfacesListed Memory / Storage
Driver BoardHDMI / VGA / DVINone listed (Requires external source)
StandaloneHDMI / USB16G
AndroidHDMI / USB2G+16G / 4G+16G / 4G+32G
WindowsHDMI / VGA / USB4G+128G / 32G+512G

Restaurant Self Service Kiosk Applications

Reasonable indoor application scenarios for the RES-F hardware platform (Illustrative purposes only).

Quick-Service Restaurant kiosk application scenario

Quick-Service Restaurant

Facilitating rapid menu browsing and ordering in high-volume fast food environments.

Fast-Casual Restaurant self ordering scenario

Fast-Casual Restaurant

Supporting customized meal modifications and modern digital dining experiences.

Café or Bakery digital ordering scenario

Café or Bakery

Presenting visual menus for beverages and pastries to assist customer choices.

Hotel Dining or Food Court kiosk scenario

Hotel Dining or Food Court

Providing accessible multi-vendor or 24/7 ordering hardware platforms.

Hardware, Software, POS and Payment Integration

Understanding the boundaries between the kiosk hardware and the systems required to complete a transaction.

Kiosk Hardware

The RES-F provides the commercial display, touch interface, computing system, physical structure, and the platform for peripheral integration. It is the foundation that runs your chosen applications.

Ordering Software

Menu layouts, item modifiers, order logic, membership functions, promotions, and backend management depend entirely on the compatible third-party software selected by the customer.

POS and Kitchen Systems

Order transmission, POS synchronization, and KDS connection require compatible software interfaces and dedicated project integration to function properly.

Payment Processing

Card readers, QR payments, transaction processing, and local compliance are determined by the selected payment service provider and the specific peripherals integrated for the target market.

Content and Connectivity

The RES-F platform supports standard confirmed interfaces including HDMI, VGA, DVI, and USB, depending on the chosen system configuration.

Features often associated with digital displays such as Anti-Theft Lock, Touch, Split Screen, Miracast, Remote Control, or Customized Design are not universally standard. Availability depends on the selected system and final project configuration.

Designed for Indoor Restaurant Environments

The RES-F is strictly positioned as an indoor device. While a 1000 nits high-brightness option is available for well-lit indoor areas, this does not imply outdoor protection.

  • Projects located near entrances, windows, or high-light areas require advance confirmation of lighting, temperature, and installation conditions.
  • Floor load-bearing capacity, power supply, network routing, operating space, and maintenance clearance must be confirmed prior to installation.

Technical Specifications

Confirmed parameters for the RES-F series. Final specifications are subject to the approved quotation and specification sheet.

CategoryConfirmed Information
Product TypeIndoor floor-standing self-ordering kiosk
ModelRES-F
Panel TypeLCD
Panel Sizes27 / 32 / 43 / 49 inches
Resolution Options1080 × 1920 / 2160 × 3840
Brightness Options350 / 700 / 1000 nits
Contrast Ratio1200:1 / 3000:1
Listed Operating Life50,000–60,000 hours
Orientation & InstallationPortrait / Floor standing
Touch OptionsCapacitive touch / Infrared touch (10–40 points via USB)
Operating EnvironmentIndoor
TemperatureOperating: 0°C to 40°C | Storage: -10°C to 60°C
Humidity10%–80% RH, non-condensing
Optional ItemsCustom colors, Touchscreen configuration, Wi-Fi access point, Camera, Customized logo, QR code scanner integration, Thermal printer integration, POS or payment peripheral integration

Note: Different sizes, resolutions, brightness levels, and system combinations may vary. FHD, 4K, and 350/700/1000 nits are series options and do not mean every size supports all combinations.

What Affects Restaurant Self Service Kiosk Pricing?

Pricing is project-based and typically depends on the following configuration variables:

  • Screen size and resolution
  • Brightness levels
  • Touch technology selection
  • Android or Windows configuration
  • Enclosure and mounting structure
  • Scanner, printer and payment peripherals
  • Software and integration requirements
  • Branding and custom color
  • Order quantity
  • Certification requirements
  • Packaging and shipping destination

OEM and ODM Support

UNIVIEW LCD provides customization services to align the hardware with your brand and technical needs. All custom requests are subject to technical feasibility, quantity, and project confirmation.

  • Logo and enclosure color customization
  • Screen, brightness, and touchscreen selection
  • System configuration and interface requirements
  • Peripheral integration mapping
  • Packaging customization and sample support
  • Project-based hardware development

Manufacturing Support for Restaurant Kiosk Projects

Backed by 14+ years of commercial display industry experience, UNIVIEW LCD manages the physical realization of your kiosk project. From commercial LCD display production to final product assembly and integration, we provide comprehensive manufacturing support.

  • • Commercial LCD display production
  • • Product assembly and integration
  • • OEM/ODM coordination
  • • Sample evaluation
  • • Batch production support
  • • Packaging and shipment preparation
UNIVIEW LCD manufacturing and assembly support

Quality Control Before Shipment

01

Material Inspection

Checking incoming materials and structural components.

02

Display & Touch

Testing screen clarity and touch-function responsiveness.

03

System Verification

Verifying computing platforms and interface connectivity.

04

Peripheral Integration

Checking the physical integration of optional peripherals.

05

Appearance

Inspecting enclosure finish and custom branding elements.

06

Aging Test

Performing aging tests when applicable for stability.

07

Packaging

Inspecting protective packaging materials.

08

Shipment Prep

Final verification before dispatching the order.

Certification Support

UNIVIEW LCD can provide or assist in confirming certification documentation based on the specific product configuration and your target market requirements. Supported certifications may include CE, FCC, PSE, VCCI, RoHS, and CB.

Notice: The scope of applicable certifications depends entirely on the final confirmed product configuration and the intended sales market. It is necessary to confirm the exact certification version corresponding to your specific RES-F configuration before placing an order.

UNIVIEW LCD product certification support documents

From Restaurant Requirements to Delivery

Our structured process ensures your hardware specifications align with your project goals.

1

Requirement Discussion

Confirming your ordering workflow, software plans, and installation environment.

2

Hardware & Software Review

Evaluating POS/KDS interfaces, payment methods, screen options, and peripheral needs.

3

Configuration & Quotation

Providing a detailed quote based on confirmed specs, quantity, and certification markets.

4

Sample or Order Confirmation

Finalizing the specification sheet and proceeding with sample evaluation or batch order.

5

Production & Quality Inspection

Manufacturing the hardware and conducting rigorous quality control tests.

6

Packaging & Delivery

Preparing secure packaging and arranging delivery to your specified destination.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the RES-F a floor-standing kiosk?
Yes, the RES-F is designed primarily as a floor-standing restaurant self service kiosk. While the hardware platform may support other mounting options, floor-standing is the standard confirmed installation format for this model.
Which screen sizes are available?
The RES-F kiosk is available in 27, 32, 43, and 49-inch display sizes. The appropriate size depends on your restaurant space, viewing distance, and customer interaction requirements.
Does the RES-F include restaurant ordering software?
No, the RES-F provides the interactive hardware platform. Menu management, ordering software, and transaction workflows depend on compatible third-party software selected and integrated by the project.
Can it integrate with a restaurant POS system?
Yes, the kiosk hardware can connect to POS systems, but order transmission and synchronization require compatible software interfaces and project integration to ensure seamless communication.
Are the QR scanner and thermal printer included?
QR code scanners and thermal printers are available configuration options for integration. They are not included as standard components and must be specified during the project requirement phase.
Can a payment terminal be integrated?
Yes, the RES-F enclosure can be customized to integrate POS or payment peripherals. The specific payment processing capabilities depend on your chosen payment service provider and local market compliance.
Which touch and system options are available?
The kiosk supports capacitive or infrared touch options (10-40 points). System configurations include Driver Board, Standalone, Android, and Windows platforms, depending on your software requirements.
Is the RES-F suitable for outdoor use?
No, the RES-F is designed strictly for indoor operating environments (0°C to 40°C). It is not waterproof or dustproof for outdoor use. Projects near entrances or high-light areas require careful evaluation.
What information is required for a quotation?
To provide an accurate quotation, we need to know your preferred screen size, touch technology, operating platform (Android/Windows), required peripheral integrations, order quantity, and destination market.

Configure Your Restaurant Self Service Kiosk

Contact UNIVIEW LCD to discuss your hardware specifications, peripheral integration, and receive a project-based quotation.

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