Bars & Nightclubs

Nightlife venues operate at a pace that would overwhelm systems designed for standard retail. When the rush hits, bartenders need to take orders, make drinks, and close payments in seconds—not minutes. Any friction in the payment process creates bottlenecks that frustrate customers and cost you sales.

Unison Payment Solutions provides POS systems and payment processing designed specifically for bars, nightclubs, and entertainment venues. Our partners like Paradise POS and Clover understand the nightlife workflow and have optimized their systems for the unique demands of bar operations.

Speed ordering is essential. Quick-tap buttons for popular drinks, speed wells, and simplified interfaces let bartenders enter orders in one or two touches. Modifiers apply quickly. The kitchen (if applicable) receives tickets instantly. Every second saved multiplies across a busy night.

Tab management is where nightlife POS systems earn their keep. Pre-authorization on cards when tabs open prevents walkouts—if someone leaves without closing, you charge the card automatically. Transfer tabs between bartenders seamlessly as shifts change. Split tabs easily when groups want separate checks. Handle the chaos of last call when everyone closes out simultaneously.

For nightclubs, additional features matter. Cover charge processing at the door, VIP table management, bottle service tracking, and integration with ID verification systems. Our solutions handle the complete nightclub operational workflow.

Tip management for bars is especially important given the tip-heavy income model. Track tips by bartender, manage tip pools if applicable, and ensure accurate tip reporting for compliance. Systems integrate with payroll to simplify end-of-period processing.

Multiple bar stations in larger venues need synchronized inventory and shared tab access. A customer opens a tab at the main bar, orders at the patio bar, and closes at the service bar—the system handles it seamlessly.