# GoTab MCP for AI Agents AI Agent Connect > GoTab MCP helps you manage your restaurant operations directly through your AI client. You can update menu items, check active tabs, and monitor real-time orders across multiple locations without jumping between different dashboards. It connects your GoTab POS data to your daily workflow. ## Overview - **Category:** ecommerce - **Price:** Free - **Endpoint:** https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_D430cSk5GdheydEVl7QoRX8Mv6HBxTmxWpGTNTJ3/ai-agent-connect - **Tags:** pos, restaurant-management, menu-management, order-processing, hospitality ## Description Managing a busy restaurant usually means juggling a dozen different screens. You're constantly switching between the POS, the kitchen display, and your guest management software just to see if a dish is sold out or how much a table owes. This Connector changes that by bringing your GoTab data into a single conversation. Instead of logging into a dashboard to find a specific order, you can just ask your agent to pull up the details for a guest. If the kitchen tells you the truffle fries are gone, you can tell your agent to mark them as sold out immediately, and it'll update your digital menus across all locations. It's like having a digital front-of-house manager who knows every tab and every order in the building. By connecting your account to the Vinkius catalog, you get a unified way to handle hospitality tasks without the constant tab-switching. You can check balances, browse categories, and keep your menu accurate in real-time, making it much easier to keep the floor running smoothly during a rush. ## Tools ### get_menu Get the full details for a specific menu. This helps you view your entire food and drink list. ### list_categories See all the categories within a specific menu. Use this to understand your menu's organization. ### get_item Get specific details for one menu item. Use this to check descriptions or current pricing. ### get_location Get the specific details for a single venue. Use this to manage location-specific data. ### get_order Pull up the specific details for a single order. Use this to see what a guest ordered and their current status. ### get_tab Get the current balance and status of a specific guest tab. This helps you quickly see what a table owes. ### list_items Get a full list of catalog items for a specific location. This is great for checking your entire inventory. ### list_locations See all the different venues you have connected. Use this to manage data across multiple spots. ### list_menus See every menu available at a specific location. This helps you organize your offerings. ### list_orders Get a list of the most recent orders for a location. Use this to monitor the current kitchen flow. ### list_tabs See all active or closed tabs for your venue. This is perfect for checking the status of the floor. ### update_item_status Change whether an item is available or sold out. This lets you update your digital menu instantly. ## Prompt Examples **Prompt:** ``` Can you check if Table 12 has paid yet? ``` **Response:** ``` Checking Table 12... The tab is currently **OPEN** with a total of **$84.20**. It hasn't been closed out yet. Would you like me to see the items ordered? ``` **Prompt:** ``` Mark the steak as sold out at the downtown location. ``` **Response:** ``` Updating the steak... **Done!** I've marked it as sold out for the downtown location. It's no longer available on the digital menu. ``` **Prompt:** ``` How many orders are currently in the kitchen for Location 2? ``` **Response:** ``` Checking Location 2... There are currently **4 orders** in the kitchen queue. Here is the recent flow: * Order #A12: 3 items * Order #A13: 2 items * Order #A14: 5 items * Order #A15: 1 item ``` ## Capabilities ### Update menu availability Mark specific dishes as sold out on your digital menu in real-time. ### Check guest tab balances See current totals and statuses for active tables instantly. ### Monitor kitchen orders View recent order history and flow for any connected location. ### Manage multi-location data Query data and status across multiple different venues at once. ### Browse menu categories See how your items are organized within your current menus. ## Use Cases ### Sold out items during a rush A server tells the manager the salmon is gone. The manager asks the agent to use update_item_status to mark it sold out on all digital menus. ### Checking a guest's bill A host needs to know if a table has paid. They ask the agent to use get_tab to see the current balance for a specific ID. ### Multi-unit monitoring An F&B Director wants to see how many orders are in at Location 1. They ask the agent to use list_orders for that specific venue. ### Updating a new menu A manager wants to see what's currently on the menu. They ask the agent to use list_menus to confirm the current offerings. ## Benefits - Update your digital menu instantly with update_item_status to ensure guests don't order sold-out dishes. - Check guest balances quickly using get_tab to resolve payment questions without leaving your workspace. - Monitor live kitchen flow with list_orders to keep the team on top of every active ticket. - Manage multiple restaurant locations at once using list_locations to see data from every venue. - Resolve customer disputes faster by pulling up history with get_order to see exactly what was served. - Keep your menu organized by browsing categories with list_categories to ensure your digital offerings stay clean. ## How It Works The bottom line is you get a direct line to your POS data without leaving your chat window. 1. Subscribe to the GoTab MCP on Vinkius. 2. Enter your GoTab API Access ID and Secret. 3. Start asking your agent to check tabs or update menu items. ## Frequently Asked Questions **Can the GoTab MCP update my menu items?** Yes, it lets you change item availability instantly. You can mark things as sold out or back in stock without opening your POS dashboard. **Will the GoTab MCP help with multi-location management?** Yes, you can query data for any venue you have connected. It makes it easy to see what's happening at different spots from one chat. **How does the GoTab MCP handle guest tabs?** It lets you see balances and statuses for specific tables. This helps you quickly see what a guest owes before they try to leave. **Can I use the GoTab MCP to see recent kitchen orders?** Yes, it retrieves the most recent order flow for any location. You can use it to monitor the kitchen queue in real-time. **Does the GoTab MCP work with my digital menu?** Yes, updates to item status reflect on your digital menus. This ensures guests see accurate information when ordering online. **Is the GoTab MCP good for checking guest history?** Yes, you can pull up specific order details to see exactly what a guest ordered in the past to help resolve any issues. **Can I mark an item as sold out using the AI?** Yes! Use the `update_item_status` tool. You can ask the AI to change the status of a specific item to 'sold_out' or 'available', and it will immediately reflect on your digital menus. **How do I check if a customer's tab is still open?** You can use the `list_tabs` tool and filter by status 'open' to see all active tabs, or use `get_tab` with a specific Tab ID to check its current status and running total. **Is it possible to monitor incoming kitchen orders live?** Yes. The AI agent acts as a direct bridge to the order log, meaning you can retrieve the latest incoming tickets immediately without standing at the POS terminal.