Is there a way to make it required to choose dining option

lior_balabite — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 14:42:18 GMT

Right now we just update the dining option under actions, but sometimes servers can forget.

Is there a way to make it required as part of the check/order process?

Re: Is there a way to make it required to choose dining option

JJ_ — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 17:51:32 GMT

At this time, there isn't a process to require a Dining Option selection during the checkout process. However, for every order placed on the POS, your default dining option is automatically applied to the current ticket.

If you need help editing your Dining options here are the steps to do so:

Sign in to Square Dashboard and go to Items & services (or Items & menus or Items & inventory) > Items.
From Settings, select Dining options.
To edit, delete, or create new dining options, click Edit Dining Options and enter a dining option name or make other changes. Click Save.
To rearrange your options, click the three horizontal lines next to the dining option name and drag and drop the option to your preferred order.

You can learn more about Dining Options in our guide here.

Let me know if you have any other questions.

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Is there a way to make it required to choose dining option

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