Card Machines for Restaurants

Card Machines for Restaurants UK

Fast, reliable payment terminals designed for restaurants, cafés, pubs and hospitality venues. We Tranxact Ltd supplies portable, countertop and mobile card machines with table-side payment support, contactless acceptance and UK-based service.

Based in Birmingham, United Kingdom, we help hospitality businesses across the UK and Europe accept payments quickly and securely.

Why Restaurants Need the Right Card Machine

In hospitality, customer experience matters. Your guests expect fast payment, table-side service and seamless checkout. The right card machine helps you:

  • Speed up table turnover: Process payments at the table without delays
  • Reduce payment friction: Accept chip & PIN, contactless, Apple Pay and Google Pay
  • Improve tip collection: Built-in tipping features on modern terminals
  • Split bills easily: Divide payments between multiple cards
  • Enhance security: EMV encryption and PCI compliance built in

Who Are Restaurant Card Machines For?

We supply card payment solutions to all types of hospitality businesses across the UK and Europe, including:

  • Restaurants & bistros: Fine dining, casual dining, family restaurants
  • Cafés & coffee shops: Independent cafés, coffee chains, tea rooms
  • Pubs & bars: Traditional pubs, wine bars, cocktail bars, gastropubs
  • Fast food & takeaways: Quick service restaurants, food counters, delivery kitchens
  • Hotels & guest houses: Hotel restaurants, room service, bar service
  • Catering & events: Mobile catering, event hospitality, pop-up restaurants
  • Food halls & markets: Street food vendors, market stalls, food courts

Best Card Machine Types for Restaurants

Portable Wi-Fi Card Machines

Best for: Table service restaurants, cafés, pubs with sit-down areas

  • Move freely between tables
  • Long battery life for busy service shifts
  • Secure Wi-Fi connection throughout venue
  • Built-in tipping and bill-splitting features
  • Perfect for waiters and front-of-house staff

Countertop Card Machines

Best for: Fast food, takeaways, cafés with counter service

  • Fixed at checkout or bar area
  • Fast transaction processing for queues
  • Reliable hard-wired connection
  • Ideal for high-volume quick service

Mobile GPRS Card Machines

Best for: Mobile catering, food trucks, outdoor events

  • Accept payments anywhere with mobile signal
  • SIM card included and configured
  • Strong reception for outdoor venues
  • Perfect for festivals, markets and pop-ups

How We Tranxact Helps Restaurant Businesses

We Tranxact Ltd connects restaurants with the right card machine providers and terminals for hospitality environments.

  • Fast approval: Many restaurant businesses approved within 2 hours
  • Next-day delivery: Get terminals delivered and activated quickly
  • UK-based support: Real people, not chatbots
  • Competitive pricing: We compare providers for the best rates
  • Multi-site support: Centralised billing for restaurant chains
  • Integration-ready: Works with major EPOS systems

Key Features for Restaurant Card Machines

  • Tipping functionality: Add gratuity before or after payment
  • Bill splitting: Divide payments between multiple cards
  • Contactless payments: Accept payments up to £100 contactless limit
  • EPOS integration: Connect with Lightspeed, Toast, Square and other systems
  • Receipts: Print or email customer receipts
  • End-of-shift reporting: Track sales and reconcile quickly

How Much Do Restaurant Card Machines Cost?

Pricing depends on your venue type, covers (table count), transaction volume and machine preference. Typical costs include:

  • Setup fee: £0
  • Transaction fees: Percentage + fixed fee per sale (as low as 0.25% - 1.25%)
  • Monthly rental: £10-£35/month depending on machine type
  • Purchase option: Buy outright for £200-£600

We review your covers, average transaction value and peak trading times to secure competitive pricing from UK and European providers.

Restaurant Card Machines - Frequently Asked Questions

Can customers add tips using the card machine?

Yes. Most modern card machines for restaurants include built-in tipping features. Customers can add a tip percentage or custom amount before completing payment.

How do I split bills between multiple cards?

Portable card machines support bill-splitting. You can divide the total amount across multiple cards, with each customer paying their portion separately.

Do restaurant card machines work with my EPOS system?

Most modern terminals integrate with popular EPOS systems including Lightspeed, Toast, Square, Clover and others. We can advise on compatible solutions for your setup.

How long does the battery last on portable card machines?

Most portable Wi-Fi terminals run for 8-12 hours on a full charge, easily covering a full service shift. Charging docks are included for overnight charging.

Can I get multiple card machines for different areas of my restaurant?

Yes. Most providers offer multi-terminal packages for restaurants with multiple service areas, bars or floors. All terminals link to a single merchant account.

Restaurant Card Machines Across the UK & Europe

We Tranxact Ltd supplies card machines to restaurants, cafés, pubs and hospitality venues across the United Kingdom from our base in Birmingham. We serve independent restaurants, chains and franchises in England, Scotland, Wales and throughout Europe.

UK Hospitality Coverage

  • West Midlands: Birmingham, Wolverhampton, Coventry, Solihull
  • London & South East: All London boroughs, Brighton, Oxford, Cambridge
  • Greater Manchester: Manchester, Salford, Stockport, Bolton
  • Yorkshire: Leeds, Sheffield, Bradford, York
  • Scotland: Glasgow, Edinburgh, Aberdeen, Dundee
  • Wales: Cardiff, Swansea, Newport
  • North West: Liverpool, Chester, Preston
  • South West: Bristol, Bath, Plymouth, Exeter

We also support hospitality businesses operating across Europe, including France, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, Spain, Italy and other EU territories.

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Get Your Restaurant Card Machine Today

If you run a restaurant, café, pub or hospitality venue in the UK or Europe and need fast, reliable table-side payments, We Tranxact can help you get set up quickly with competitive pricing and UK-based support.