Author
Taylor Brewser
From AI voice ordering to drone delivery, we look at the trends shaping the future of the food industry—and what you need to adopt now.
The restaurant industry changes fast. Just a few years ago, QR codes were dead; now they are everywhere. What’s next on the horizon?
Trends Watching for 2026
Hyper-Local Networks: The backlash against global giants is fueling the rise of community-based platforms like Town.club.
Dynamic Pricing: Similar to airlines, some restaurants are experimenting with slightly lower prices during slow hours to drive traffic.
Voice AI: Phone orders taken by AI that sound indistinguishable from humans, freeing up your host stand.
Don't Chase Every Shiny Object
While drones are cool, the most "futuristic" thing you can do right now is perfect your digital fundamentals: a fast website, seamless ordering, and owning your data.
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