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Your restaurant opening checklist

A practical checklist to work through item by item before you open your restaurant or cafe, so nothing slips on opening day.

Loqma TeamJuly 19, 2026Updated July 20, 20261 min read7views

Opening day is busy enough without surprises. Run through this checklist a few days before, and make sure every item is ready so you welcome your first customer with confidence.

The checklist

Finish municipal and health licences and requirements.
Enter the full menu with items and prices in the POS.
Turn on e-invoicing and VAT.
Train your team on orders, payment, and returns.
Connect your sales channels: dine-in, delivery, and order-at-table.
Set up the printers and kitchen display and test with a trial order.

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Common questions

When should I set up the POS?

At least two weeks before opening, so your team can train on it and the menu and tax are ready from the first receipt.

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