Beijing’s E-Town technology hub has unveiled a dining experience that blends theatrical spectacle with operational automation: a fully robot-themed restaurant where humanoid robots bartend, slice cakes with unerring precision, prepare pancakes and coffee, and even […]
MarginEdge, the leading restaurant management and bill payment platform, has announced the expansion of its AI offerings with the launch of its AI-powered sales forecasting and recipe building tools. Restaurant operators have always had to […]
Loyalty programs are evolving again. After a decade dominated by branded mobile apps that rewarded guests for scanning receipts and placing mobile orders, a new wave of innovation is focusing on simplicity, speed and seamless […]
Full-service restaurant chain Denny’s, with 1,558 restaurants worldwide, comprising 1,474 franchised/licensed locations and 84 company-owned units, is investing heavily in technology to drive customer engagement and improve operational efficiency, with a new digital loyalty program […]
Fast-casual sandwich chain Potbelly is turning its investments in technology and store design into measurable growth, prompting the company to raise its same-store sales outlook for the year. The brand, known for its toasted subs […]
OpenTable has introduced Concierge, a generative AI–powered assistant designed to offer real-time, conversational insights into over 60,000 restaurants across its global network. The tool is embedded directly into restaurant profiles and enables diners to get […]
Chipotle Mexican Grill is quietly accelerating the digital transformation of its kitchens with a strategic rollout of high-efficiency equipment and operational software, aiming to boost speed, consistency and capacity—especially as it pilots catering services and […]
Tesla has made its official foray into hospitality with the opening of its first full-scale diner concept in Hollywood, California. Located on the corner of Santa Monica Boulevard and North Orange Drive, the new Tesla […]
Uncle Sharkii Poke Bar, a leading fast-casual poke and boba franchise rooted in Hawaiian tradition, has partnered with Square to power operations and accelerate franchise expansion across the U.S. Offering customizable poke bowls, boba milk teas, and […]
Peter Gaudreau is a seasoned restaurant industry executive with more than 30 years of experience leading mid-sized brands through periods of growth and transition. As CEO of Tacodeli, a Texas-based taquería known for its chef-driven menu […]
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