How to Use the GoTab MCP in Claude Code

Q: How do I add the GoTab MCP Server to Claude Code?

Run the command claude mcp add --transport http gotab-mcp -- in your terminal. Make sure all your flags like transport are placed before the GoTab server name, and then verify the setup by running claude mcp list.

Q: Does Claude Code support searching GoTab locations?

Yes, Claude Code can run listlocations to fetch all your active venue IDs directly in your terminal. You can then use getlocation to inspect the metadata of a specific GoTab restaurant spot.

Q: Can I audit GoTab menu categories from the CLI?

Yes, you can use listcategories to output the organizational structure of any GoTab menu. This lets you quickly check which items are assigned to which sections without navigating a web interface.

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Run rapid GoTab menu audits with this MCP Server

This GoTab MCP Server lets you run rapid menu audits by piping `list_items` output directly into grep or jq using Claude Code. The Claude Code terminal agent queries your GoTab catalog and lets you filter out-of-stock items in seconds. If you spot an error, you can immediately run `update_item_status` from the same Claude Code terminal prompt. It makes bulk GoTab menu updates incredibly fast for SREs managing high-volume locations via Claude Code.

Automate GoTab order tracking in Claude Code

You can write simple CLI cron jobs that use Claude Code to check `list_orders` for delayed GoTab tickets. Instruct Claude Code to run `list_orders` every ten minutes to check for delays or high GoTab ticket volumes. Claude Code pipes the raw GoTab data directly into your terminal monitoring tools. If a specific GoTab order is lagging, Claude Code pulls the exact details using `get_order` directly in your shell. You can set up automated Claude Code terminal alerts without building a complex custom backend for GoTab.

Debug active GoTab guest tabs in Claude Code

When a restaurant system acts up during a rush, use Claude Code in your terminal to query `list_tabs` and see open GoTab bills. The Claude Code CLI tool pulls the raw payload of a stuck GoTab tab using `get_tab` so you can diagnose database lockups or sync issues on the fly. You don't need to load a heavy GoTab dashboard or open a browser when using Claude Code. The raw, unvarnished GoTab API response prints right in your Claude Code terminal session, allowing you to fix issues before the kitchen even notices.

Setup guide

Set up GoTab MCP in Claude Code

Prerequisites

Claude Code CLI installed (npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Run the add command

Open your terminal and run the command shown on the right. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com. Use --scope user to make it available across all projects.
2

Verify the connection

Start a Claude Code session and type /mcp to list connected servers. You should see gotab-mcp with a green status indicator.
3

Start using tools

Ask Claude Code something like "Check my latest GoTab transactions." It will automatically discover and invoke the available GoTab tools.

Terminal

claude mcp add --transport http gotab-mcp https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp

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Prerequisites

Claude Code CLI installed
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open the config file

Create or edit .mcp.json in your project root for project-level scope, or ~/.claude.json for user-level scope.
2

Add the GoTab MCP

Paste the JSON snippet shown on the right into the mcpServers object. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Restart Claude Code

Start a new Claude Code session. Type /mcp to confirm the server is connected. The tools will be automatically available in your conversation.

.mcp.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "gotab-mcp": {
      "type": "url",
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about GoTab MCP in Claude Code

Run the command `claude mcp add --transport http gotab-mcp -- ` in your terminal. Make sure all your flags like transport are placed before the GoTab server name, and then verify the setup by running `claude mcp list`.

Yes, you can ask Claude Code to run automated terminal scripts that call `update_item_status` based on command-line inputs. This is perfect for SREs who need to toggle item availability across multiple GoTab menus without logging into a GUI.

Yes, Claude Code can run `list_locations` to fetch all your active venue IDs directly in your terminal. You can then use `get_location` to inspect the metadata of a specific GoTab restaurant spot.

Yes, you can use `list_categories` to output the organizational structure of any GoTab menu. This lets you quickly check which items are assigned to which sections without navigating a web interface.

Your active GoTab restaurant tabs, menu structures, and order details are protected by Vinkius's zero-trust infrastructure. Your GoTab API keys are kept safe in your local `~/.claude.json` configuration and are never exposed to external networks during terminal execution.

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