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title: "86 / Mark an Item Unavailable"
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## **Overview**

The 86 Item function allows employees to quickly mark menu items as unavailable directly from the Front of House (FOH). Once marked unavailable, the item appears grayed out on the menu to prevent it from being ordered.

Items can be marked unavailable using either the quick 86 option or by editing the item and enabling the Out of Stock setting. Both methods perform the same action and can be used interchangeably.

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## **Step-by-Step Instructions**

#### **Method 1 — Use the 86 Item Option**

1. Tap and hold the Menu Item button for the item that requires adjustment.
2. Tap **86 Item**.
3. A green success banner will appear in the top-right corner of the screen.
4. The menu item button will become grayed out, indicating the item is unavailable.

#### **Make the Item Available Again**

1. Tap and hold the unavailable Menu Item button.
2. Select **Make Available**.

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#### **Method 2 — Use the Edit Item Option**

1. Tap and hold the Menu Item button for the item that requires adjustment.
2. Tap **Edit Item**.
3. Enable the **Out of Stock** checkbox.
4. A green confirmation banner will appear confirming the change.
5. Tap **Close**.
6. The menu item button will now appear grayed out.

#### **Make the Item Available Again**

1. Tap and hold the unavailable Menu Item button.
2. Select **Edit Item**.
3. Uncheck the **Out of Stock** checkbox.
4. Tap **Close**.

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> ℹ️ **Note:** If an item is marked unavailable using Method 1, it can still be made available again using Method 2, and vice versa. Both methods perform the same action and can be used interchangeably.

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## **FAQs**

**What does “86 Item” mean?**

“86 Item” is a restaurant term used to indicate that an item is currently unavailable for sale.

**Will the item disappear from the menu?**

No. The item remains visible but will appear grayed out to indicate it is unavailable.

**Can I make an item available again later?**

Yes. You can restore item availability at any time using either the **Make Available** option or by unchecking the **Out of Stock** setting.

**Do both methods perform the same action?**

Yes. Both methods update the same Out of Stock status and can be used interchangeably.  
  
**Can I 86 a menu item from an RPOS Handheld?**  
 Yes. From the RPOS Handheld **Menu** screen, tap and hold the menu item, then select **86 Item** to make it unavailable.

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## **Tips**

- If the item does not appear grayed out after marking it unavailable, refresh the menu screen or navigate away and back to the menu.
- Ensure the employee has the required permissions to edit or 86 menu items.
- If Quantity on Hand reaches zero, the item may automatically display as unavailable depending on inventory settings.
- Verify the correct item was selected before applying the Out of Stock status.

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