Technology

The latest news and trends in restaurant technology

For some restaurants, virtual brands are a ‘godsend’

By Joe Guszkowski on Feb. 26, 2021

Concepts like MrBeast Burger are keeping some operators afloat during the pandemic. But will they become a permanent fixture in kitchens?

DoorDash keeps growing, but post-pandemic headwinds await

By Joe Guszkowski on Feb. 26, 2021

Even amid favorable conditions, the company still lost money, and widespread vaccination could put a damper on food delivery, executives said.

Delivery company Hungr launches suite of virtual brands

By Joe Guszkowski on Feb. 25, 2021

The data-driven Hungr Kitchen concepts are meant to help restaurants, not compete with them, the company said.

Tech roundup: DoorDash launches restaurant accelerator, Toast eyes IPO

By Joe Guszkowski on Feb. 23, 2021

Also, Yelp rolls out new tools for restaurants.

Ghost kitchens technology: What operators need to know

Sponsored content from our partner PAR on Feb. 23, 2021

With the rise of takeout and delivery orders at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic last year, many existing restaurants—as well as new brands—pivoted to an off-premise-only model of business.

Olo files for a $100M IPO

By Joe Guszkowski on Feb. 22, 2021

The online ordering company is coming off a landmark year in which revenue grew 94%.

Chartwells brings ghost kitchens to colleges nationwide

By Kelsey Squire on Feb. 19, 2021

The foodservice management company hopes to offer students more variety and convenience as it ramps up the program.

Customers Demand Touchless Experiences

Sponsored content from our partner Server on Feb. 18, 2021

While states and individual restaurants are varied in their approach to reopening, many customers agree on what makes them feel comfortable when ordering takeout from or dining at a restaurant.

Tech roundup: Guy Fieri launches virtual brand, Lyft leans in to delivery

By Joe Guszkowski on Feb. 16, 2021

Also, a new partnership aims to help put independent restaurants on the map.

Startup Mealco wants to streamline the virtual brand model

By Joe Guszkowski on Feb. 12, 2021

The company allows chefs to develop and manage concepts remotely while it takes care of the rest.

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