Restaurant POS without monthly fees
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How PAGOTACO works?
PAGOTACO restaurant POS is a one-time license Microsoft Windows software, and it does not require an internet connection to work.
PAGOTACO applications are Cashier POS and Kitchen Comanda (optional):
1. Cashier POS: The POS application takes the orders from the customer, prints a receipt and shows the current menu on a second monitor. You can have more than one computer (Cashiers) accessing the same database. If the database is on the same local network, there is not need of internet access. To connect more than one POS computer you need Wi-Fi or LAN connection.
The POS software has two ways to take customer orders:
- As "Fast-Food" - The customer pays his/her order and waits to be called to pick it up.
- As "Restaurant with waiters" - The waiter takes the customer order first and then the customer pays the tab at the end.
The POS software can group different menus (each group with its own menu). This way you can have one menu for mornings and another menu for afternoons.
2. Kitchen Comanda (Optional): The second application is optional, and it can be used in the kitchen to see the customer orders. You need a dedicated computer for this. People in the kitchen can scroll and call the orders by different ways:
- Using the computer mouse
- Pressing a floor pedal (Handsfree)
- Via touch screen
The UI is in Spanish only, and it is very easy to use. This computer in the kitchen displays the finished order on a different monitor and it can show the menu as well (Optional).
No Monthly Payments
PAGOTACO restaurant POS is a one-time license software. So, get your financial freedom back and improve your cash flow.
Saves Time
Very easy to use. The orders are taken with just a few clicks. The order can be printed in detail, or just the order number, or not printed at all.
Sales Trends
PAGOTACO shows how many items each group has sold. The totals report can be filter by date and it can be printed as well.
Who can use it?
PAGOTACO was designed to be used by restaurants. However, it can be used on community halls like churches where different group of volunteers get together to sell food. Each group of volunteers can have their own menu with its own password. The fact that the menu items can be grouped, allows PAGOTACO to be used not just on restaurants but also on small business that would like to keep some inventory control of the items they sell.
PAGOTACO Cost
PAGOTACO costs $60 USD for each computer it is installed (Normally just one POS is required). This cost is one time payment, and you don't have to pay monthly or yearly fees. The kitchen software Comanda is free.
If PAGOTACO is never purchased, a message will pop-up every time it is used. Once the software is purchased, this message will not longer be shown, and you are going to be able to create groups. Also, you are going to be able to print the company details on the customer receipt.
Once the software is purchased, the license never expires on its installed computer. However, if you change computers, the license is not longer going to work. And a new key will be required. If this is the case, then there will be a $20 USD charge for the new software key to be generated.
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Download PAGOTACO
PAGOTACO works on Windows 10 & 11
- Minimum System Requirements
- Windows 7 (32 or 64 bit)
- 1.4 GHz CPU
- 2 GB RAM
- 2.2 GB hard drive free space
- SVGA Monitor 1024x768 pixels
- USB Port
Download PAGOTACO POS
Point of Sale (Cash register)
Format: .EXE
Size: 274 MB
Download Comanda
Orders Viewer (Kitchen)
Requires PAGOTACO POS
Format: .EXE
Size: 652 KB
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Buy Perpetual License
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$60.00 USD
Kitchen Pedal Details (Optional)
Without the need to touch the monitor or computer mouse with your hand, the foot pedal can be used in the kitchen to change the orders on the screen.
This is the bill of materials to build a kitchen pedal:
| # | Quantity | Digikey Part Number | Descripción | Part Number | Manufacturer | Approximate DigiKey.com cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | AE11063-ND | CONN D-SUB RCPT 9POS SLDR CUP | A-DF 09 LL/Z | Assmann WSW Components | $0.52 |
| 2 | 1 | 4672-MHCCOV-9-SC-BK-ND | 9 WAY D-SUB HOOD PLASTIC TOP ENT | MHCCOV-9-SC-BK | MH Connectors | $0.53 |
| 3 | 1 | 399-A758EK226M1EAAE050-ND | CAP ALUM POLY 22UF 20% 25V T/H | A758EK226M1EAAE050 | KEMET | $0.56 |
| 4 | 1 | 13-MFR25SFTF52-2K7CT-ND | RES 2.7K OHM 1% 1/4W AXIAL | MFR25SFTF52-2K7 | YAGEO | $0.10 |
| 5 | 1 | 1528-1137-ND | FOOT SWITCH NO/NC RUBBER 2M CBL | 423 | Adafruit Industries LLC | $7.50 |
| 6 | 1 | 768-1014-ND | CABLE USB RS232 EMBEDDED 10CM | UC232R-10 | FTDI, Future Technology Devices International Ltd | $22.69 |
This is the schematic and parts needed to build a pedal:
Thermal Printers Examples
PAGOTACO prints the customer's receipt on any printer that has been set as default printer in Windows. Here are some POS printers that you could use:
| Manufacturer | Model | |
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STAR MICRONICS | TSP100 |
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ZKTeco | ZKP8005 |
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Epson | TM-T88V |
About Us
PAGOTACO has been trusted in the restaurant industry since 2004. Over the past two decades, PAGOTACO has helped food service businesses of all sizes—from small taco stands and food trucks to well-established restaurants with full-service waitstaff.
PAGOTACO has been driven by a clear need observed in many restaurants that were still relying on traditional pen-and-paper methods to manage orders and payments. Recognizing the challenges and inefficiencies this caused, Pablo Gonzalez, a visionary entrepreneur based in Calgary, Canada, developed PAGOTACO as a practical, user-friendly solution tailored specifically for the food service sector. The name itself reflects its core purpose: “PAGO,” derived from the Spanish verb meaning “to pay,” symbolizes the system's focus on facilitating smooth and reliable payment transactions.
From the beginning, PAGOTACO has been designed with simplicity and reliability in mind. Unlike many modern point-of-sale systems that depend heavily on internet connectivity and cloud services, PAGOTACO operates locally on Windows-based computers. This local operation ensures exceptional stability and speed, even in locations where internet access may be unreliable or unavailable. By hosting the database locally on Microsoft SQL Server Express, PAGOTACO eliminates the need for ongoing monthly subscription fees, offering a cost-effective solution.
Our software's intuitive interface allows restaurant staff to quickly learn and use the system. PAGOTACO's robust architecture supports seamless order taking, payment processing, and sales tracking, making it an indispensable tool for restaurant owners who value efficiency.
Whether you run a small street food stand or a big full-service restaurant, PAGOTACO is designed to help you focus on what matters most in your restaurant: delivering great food and great customer service.
