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Mealogic Raises a Haul For Its B2B2C Meal Delivery Platform
It brought in $16 million to expand its meals-as-medicine program.
Donatos’ Next Slice of Innovation is an Autonomous Pizza-Making Hub
Donatos partnered with Appetronix to debut an automated pizza making machine. The vending-style unit operates 24/7, cooking fresh, customizable pizzas in real-time.
New AI Restaurant-Tech Tools Serve as Analyst, Marketer, and Manager
It’s like having an always available consultant who knows the minutiae of your business.
Next Robot Wants To Make Risotto For You
Al Dente is its follow-up to Robby, its stir-fry robot, which was launched in 2023 and is now in use in more than 100 locations.
Even In Its 106th Year, NRA Still Has The Ability To Surprise
The National Restaurant Association Show in Chicago spotlighted cutting-edge technology—from robot bartenders to AI-powered kitchen tools.
Digital Customer Engagement is Critical to Modern Reputation Management
Reputation starts before the first order—with the expectations you set online. Panelists share how tech, feedback, and a human touch shape the guest experience.
Operators Aim for Integration and Less Friction With New Loyalty Programs
Restaurants discuss how they are using loyalty as a data tool to drive growth.
Increasing Price is Essential, But How Much Are Consumers Willing to Pay?
Restaurant leaders share how price sensitivity, delivery apps, and regional trends shape their strategy.
New Grubhub Owner Wonder Raises Another $600 Million
The food hall startup just raised another $600 million—boosting its valuation to over $7 billion.
Autolane Launches Curbside Operating System for Autonomous Food Delivery
As automous delivery vehicles gain traction, Autolane is helping businesses get ready by keeping parking lots organized.
Operators Who Want Young Consumers Need To Market Appropriately
Sometimes even just going live on Instagram and showing your food can be gold. Panelists at FODC dive into strategies to attract Gen Z, from social media to gaming platforms.
Restaurant Operators Accelerate Digital Pace to Match Online, Off-Prem Orders
Panelists from Wonder, Potbelly and KFC’s Saucy discuss that in a rapidly digitizing landscape, restaurant leaders must evolve—or risk falling behind.
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Finance
Around the Restaurant Industry at RFDC
Stagnant foot traffic, an uneven post-COVID recovery, the rise of automation, and a drive for experiences over things were the key themes at this year’s Restaurant Finance & Development Conference.
Research
Two New Polls Underscore Importance of Kiosks and Loyalty Programs
There is consensus among diners and operators that kiosks and loyalty programs are effective, according to two recent industry polls.
The Deliverers
DoorDash Delivers Grant To Organic Soup Kitchen in Santa Barbara
The third-party delivery provider crosses the 6 million free meals delivered mark.
Best Practices
What are your peers doing in delivery? Get some of the best practices out there.
Coco Robotics Raises $80 Million For Expansion
It will form new partnerships, expand its fleet and advance its AI system.