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Coco Robots Now Deliver for DoorDash in LA and Chicago
Customers may have a Coco delivery bot assigned to their order from one of hundreds participating merchants via the DoorDash app.
Sizl Wants To Deliver Chicken Kyiv To Your Door
The dark kitchen with the Ukrainian roots is finding that consumers will order hearty Eastern European food.
The New Phygital Report Indicates Kiosk Comfort and Loyalty Confusion
Consumers are expressing deeper warmth toward restaurant tech than ever before.
Steve Ells’ Startup Kernel Axes Robots and Rebrands
Dubbed “Counter Service”, it’s shifted gears to an artisanal sandwich concept.
Announcing the 2025 Outstanding Operator Winners
After combing through a wealth of nominations, our editorial team has selected 20 brands that are excelling in areas like off-premises operations and digital guest engagement.
Franchisors Lean On Loyalty to Leverage Customer Data and Drive Sales
Brands like Dunkin’, GoTo Foods, and Cilantro Taco Grill are using loyalty apps to boost customer engagement, personalize offers, and drive traffic—while giving consumers value in return.
California Pizza Kitchen Asks, ‘Do You Want Fries With That?’
Its collaboration with virtual brand Man Vs. Fries is an unexpected zig from a brand known for its pizza zag. And it’s not done taking chances.
Starship and Topanga Launch Reusable Packaging for Robo-Deliveries at College
Through the ReusePass program, students can choose reusable containers for their food orders via the Starship app.
Coco Delivery Bots Update Tech and Expand to Chicago
After a few years under the radar, fine-tuning its tech, the robotic delivery company has launched in the Windy City.
The First Speedy Eats Is Up and Running. Is Natchez Embracing It?
Tance Hughes is figuring out what works (and what doesn’t) at his new 24/7 automated, unmanned drive-thru.
Local Restaurants Rally to Support LA After Devastating Fires
Restaurants and the World Central Kitchen are providing free meals to first responders and fire evacuees. Here’s how you can help.
The Catering Journey Part 2: Framework, Commitment, Offering
In part two of the series, Jim Rand covers the key steps to building a successful catering program, from aligning your brand vision to securing leadership commitment and offering a standout menu.
Outstanding Operators
Food On Demand Outstanding Operators features restaurant brands with innovative operations that are taking creative paths to success with delivery and all things off-premises.
Food On Demand Topics
Finance
Online Grocery Sales Hit $9.1 Billion, Up 2.4 Percent
Driving the U.S. grocery e-commerce growth was a combination of more households buying groceries online and a slight uptick in order values.
Research
Meredith Sandland, Carl Orsbourn Publish Sequel to ‘Delivering the Digital Restaurant’
Meredith Sandland and Carl Orsbourn have released the highly anticipated sequel to their first book, titled “Delivering the Digital Restaurant: The Path to Digital Maturity.”
The Deliverers
TouchBistro Survey Shows FSR Faith In Off-Premise
The most-used delivery platform isn’t what you think. The trajectory of TikTok usage is what you think.
Best Practices
What are your peers doing in delivery? Get some of the best practices out there.
Bojangles Partners With GRUBBRR For Kiosks
Bojangles was pleased with the results of a pilot program that showed an improvement in throughput.