If you love the food and beverage industry as much as I do, you'll adore this cluster of restaurant menu innovations. From touchscreen menus to ones that channel Japanese origami, we've covered the full tech-to-no-tech spectrum.
Check out these and more restaurant menu innovations above. Which is your favorite?
Implications - Organizations from various industries are looking for ways to integrate technology, social media and digitalization into their establishments or products in hopes of appealing to the undeniably digitized consumer of today. Companies that have yet to do so will quickly find themselves falling behind, as even the most unexpected industries are receiving digital makeovers to match the way their customers communicate.
15 Restaurant Menu Innovations
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Touch-Screen Menus
Restaurants & Bars with Interactive Tabletops
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Electronic Fast Food Menus
Burger King Renovations Are a Retro-Futuristic Combo
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3D LCD Table Menu
TEC Tobidasu Menu
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Origami Menus
These 3D Paper Art Menus are Delicate, Useful & Beautiful
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Burger King Slims Down Kids Menu
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Take-Out Menu Organizers
This Binder Keeps Your Delivery Options in Order
8
Morbid Delivery Food
Menu is Executed Convicts' Last Meals
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Rock'n'Roll Breakfast Establishments
Denny's New Allnighter Rockstar Menu
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Sleek E-Ordering
Have a Side Order of Convenience With the Aygness Digital Menu
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Honoring Past Presidents
Obama's Inauguration Menu Features Lincoln-Era Cuisine
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Bespoke Fast Food
Off Menu Ordering
3
Mandatory Calorie Counts on Menus
New NYC Restaurant Rule
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Bizarre Holiday Menus
Heston Blumenthal's Reindeer Milk Ice Cream and Sugar Baubles
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Olympic Menu Tastings
Japanese Prepare For Chinese Food
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Remixed QSR Meal Menus
The McDonald's Remix Menu Offers New Takes on Classic Items
On-Demand Ramen Machines
YKE Desktop Shows How to Use RFID for Making Ramen at CES 2023
Streaming Service Restaurants
The Netflix Bites Pop-Up Serves Dishes from Netflix Series
AI-Created Campaign Images
Martini Launches an AI-Powered Alcohol Campaign with a Flavor Focus
Connected Touchscreen TV Tables
The TCL Telly Table Has a Shifting 43-Inch Display
Multifunctional Foldable Mobile Devices
The Conceptual 'Move' Mobile Device Replaces Five Devices
Tech-Infused Analog Radios
Mark Choi Blends Retro Aesthetics and Modern Technology with i Ready O
Sea-Inspired Anti-Smartphone Cocktails
The Futago Smartphone-Fasting Sour Encourages Socialization
Shapeshifting Restaurant Robots
The Conceptual Rotating Table Service Robot is Efficient
Emerging Technology Publications
New Society Has Launched Its Inaugural Book About Technology
Ultra-Accessible Kiosks
'The 46' Kiosk is the Most Accessible in the Micro Market Industry
Sliding Microwave Designs
The NEVO Microwave Oven is Unique and Innovative
Interactive In-Store Ads
Visibubble Brings Mobile Messaging Capabilities to Store Shelves
AI-Generated Cocktail Menus
The Evening Standard's New Cocktail Menu Leverages Generative AI Tools
Tech-Fueled Alt Meats
Motif FoodWorks' Innovations Mimic Taste and Texture of Animal Meat
Interactive Kiosk Content
Red Dot Digital Media Debuts Outdoor Kiosks to Enhance Guest Experience
Digital Sustainable Food Solutions
Special Projects Debuts Eco Lenses to Help with Decision-Making
Fully Autonomous AI Restaurants
CaliExpress by Flippy is a World-First Restaurant
Keyboard-Intact E-Ink Smartphones
The Minimalist Phone Has a Juxtaposing Design Language
New York-Inspired Picnic Series
Nik Bentel's New York Picnic Series is Whimsical & Eye-Catching
Automated Robotic Salad Bars
The sweetgreen Infinite Kitchen is Being Tested in Illinois
Playful Restaurant Pop-Ups
The Play-Doh Restaurant of Imagination Turns Kids' Creations Edible
Augmented Reality Menu Items
Denny's New Mac N’ Brisket Sizzlin’ Skillet is Part of Its AR Menu
Touchless Salad Bars
Vollrath Company's SerVue is the Salad Bar of the Future
Smart Food Transportation Systems
Runner Delivery System Ensures Pizzas Arrive Ultra-Fresh
Take-Out Box Tables
The McDonald's TableBag Packaging Doubles as a Dining Surface
Recipe-Suggesting Web Browsers
The Inflation Cookbook has a Tool to Monitor Ingredient Prices
Tiny Tasting Menus
Disney+ and Uber Eats Created Small Bites for the New Ant Man Movie
Digital Fast-Food Restaurants
YUM! Brands is Expanding its Technologies for Digital Sales
AI-Powered Foodservice Tools
Datassential’s Menucast Predicts the Future of Food & Flavor
Digital Grocery Screens
Kroger Launches the New Digital Smart Screens Across 500 Store Locations
Mobile-Order-Only Restaurants
Chick-Fil-A is Opening a Restaurant with No Seating Space
Sustainable Restaurant Meal Kits
Moveable Feast is an Eco Fine Dining Meal Kit Delivery Service
E-Ink Digital Wall Displays
Chester Chen Designs the Fusion to Maximize Productivity
Indian Cuisine-Inspired Pizza Menus
The Papa Johns Tandoori Menu is Launching in the UK
Space Tourism-Inspired Restaurants
Masquespacio Designs the New Ichi Station Restaurant in Milan
AI-Generated Dining Experiences
Luminary by Rafi was An Immersive Pop-Up Restaurant Powered by AI
Globally Inspired Sandwich Menus
Subway Canada Has Introduced Four New Globally Inspired Subs
AI-Powered Cooking Appliances
The Kitchen Idea KODY 29 Offers 21 Cooking Modes
AI-Powered Recipe Generators
'DishGen' is an AI-Powered Kitchen Assistant Utilizing Text Prompts
Origami-Inspired Lit Table Concepts
Sonakshi Gupta Designs the Dynamic LightUP Concept
RFID-Enabled Tableware
Checkpoint Systems & McDonald's France are Enhancing Reusable Tableware
Mobile All-in-One Ramen Restaurants
2m26 Designs a Compact Restaurant with Locally Sourced Timber
Food Truck Billboards
McDonald's Transformed Billboards into Digital Food Truck Displays
Artisan-Inspired Summertime Cafe Menus
This New Dunkin’ Menu Offers New Twists on Classics
Multifunctional Cardboard QSR Packaging
McDonald's and Leo Burnett Unveil the Tablebag
AI-Powered Fintech Tools
Square Introduces Ten New Generative AI Features for Content Creation
Automated Hot Food Kiosks
Sodexo and Automated Retail Technologies Teamed Up for New Kiosks
Zero-Waste Hotel Menus
Hilton's The Taste of Zero Waste Aims to Cut Landfill Contrubitions by 50%
Private Member Toronto Restaurants
Toronto Restaurant Margo Opens to the Public on April 25, 2023
AI-Fueled Sustainable Product Series
SPACE10 and oio studio Add AI to Products of Place
Ocular Support Smartphones
The TCL 40 NXTPAPER is a CES 2024 Innovation Optimized for Human Eyes
Origami-Inspired Lunch Boxes
The FoldiBox 2 Box has a Flatpack and Technical Design
Celebrity-Inspired Cocktail Menus
The Quote Book by Velvet Bar Shares Drinks Based on Icons
Automated Ice Cream Restaurants
The ColdSnap Will Be Offered in Restaurants in the Near Future
QSR Gen Z Campaigns
Chipotle Targets Gen Z with Wellness Snapchat Lens and Menu Items
Flavorful Toronto Restaurants
TABLE Fare + Social - Toronto's Newest Culinary Destination
AI-Driven Pizza Innovations
Domino's® and Microsoft Join Forces for Smarter Pizza Orders
Expansive Tex-Mex QSR Menus
These New Taco Bell Menu Items are Arriving for 2024
Pastrami-Inspired Martinis
Grubhub's Maisel Tov Martini Marks the The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel Finale
Versatile Kitchen Multi-Tools
GripFlip Aims to Streamline the Cooking Process Through Design
AI-Powered Recipe Platforms
'cookAIfood' is a Platform for Generating and Sharing AI-Made Recipes
Eye-Catching Tabletop Designs
Tableau Boasts a Range of Hand-drawn and Embroidered Designs
AI Dinner-Planning Apps
Dinnerfry Uses AI to Learn What You Like
Gamified AI Meal Planning
Meal Genius Let's Users Swipe Left or Right on Recipe Ideas
Scannable NFC Business Cards
The OVOU Smart Business Card Sends Users to a Custom Link
Self-Ordering Table Systems
GoTab Launches the Self-Ordering Kiosks for Table Service Businesses
Minimally Designed Revamped Restaurants
Akran Fahmi Redesigns the Etch Restaurant in Hove
Simplistic Folding Clamshell Smartphones
Andrea Mangone Designs the Minimal 0/1 Phone
Adaptive Touchscreen Workspace Designs
The Take a Rest System be Vestel has Transformative Detail
AI-Powered Pizza Designers
Dodo Pizza Launches an AI Pizza Image Generator for Customization
Self-Updating E-Ink Newspapers
Project E Ink Presents Fresh Headlines Daily
Omnichannel Grocery Technologies
Instacart Launches the New Omnichannel Solutions for Grocers
Digital Delivery Service Storefronts
Instacart Storefront Lets Retailers Customize the Interface
Spicy Virtual Restaurants
The Hot Ones Pop-Up Restaurant Puts Taste Buds to the Test
Elevated Sandwich Catering Menus
The Jimmy John's Catering Menu Has New Premium Sides
Cherry Blossoms-Inspired Restaurant Menus
Black+Blue is Launching a Curated Cherry Blossom Menu
Digital-First Kitchen Collections
So Yummy by bella Products Come with Access to 100+ Recipes
QSR Food-Inspired Door Designs
McDonald's France Launches a New Digital Campaign of Door Visuals
Innovative SCO Kiosks
Austrian Brand Shopreme Debuts a New Self-Checkout Kiosk for Retailers
AR Pizza Menus
Hungry Howie's Uses AR to Promote a Secret Pizza Menu
Retail Food Preparation Stations
Urban Eat Debuts a Smart Retail Solution for its Food-to-Go Range
AI-Powered Automation Tools
LightSpeed Debuts a New AI Platform for Businesses to Automate Tasks
Virtual Avatar Workers
The Bite Ninja Platform Allows Retailers to Outsource Cashier Work Online
AI-Powered Food Platforms
Samsung Food Offers Access to Recipes and More
Modern WiFi-Equipped Toasters
Revolution Cooking Previews its Advanced Revolution Toaster
Recipe-Recommending Smart Fridges
Samsung's Bespoke 4-Door Flex Refrigerator Offers "AI Vision"
AI-Powered Beverage Dispensers
Pubinno Smart Tap Provides Perfect Quality for Draft Beer Systems
Globally Inspired Cocktail Menus
The Pine Bar's Wanderlust Menu Offers a Journey for the Senses
Family-Focused Meal Kits
Home Chef's Family Menu Features Meal Kits for Families
Elevated Aperitivo Sets
Material Introduces New Aperitivo Set to Elevate Your Dinner Party
Value-Focused Restaurant Menus
The Habit $5 Simple Crafts Menu Has Three Options
Digital QSR-Backed Cookbooks
Chick-fil-A Unveils a Cookbook to Support its Shared Table Program
Locally Focused Visionary Tableware
IKEA's Design Lab Presents the New Products of Place Campaign
Compact Payment Devices
Dojo Releases a Pocket-Sized Card Machine for Convenient Table Payments
Gesture-Controlled Apps
Spatial Touch Lets Users Navigate Tech With Their Fingers
Short-Form Foodie Feeds
Uber Eats is Testing Out a New Vertical Feed Like TikTok and Instagram
Fine Dining Meal Deliveries
The 'Entrée' Meal Kit Delivery Service Offers Michelin Star Dishes
Casual Pizzeria Marketing
UK Pizza Chain PizzaExpress Undergoes Design Update
Transformative Cocktail Menus
The Metamorphosis Menu Explores Fermentation, Oxidation & More
Virtual Pizza Restaurants
Pizza Piatta Makes Modern Italian Flatbread Pizza Fresh & Convenient
Flavor-Enhanced QSR Wrap Menus
The McDonald’s McWrap and Chicken Snack Wrap Menu Has Been Revamped
Tech-Focused Restaurant Councils
Lunchbox's Food Tech Council Consists of 15 Professionals
iOS-Influenced Travel Apps
Uber’s Redesigned App Uses the Latest iPhone Features on iOS 16
Pocket Concierge Apps
The Scene Matches Users to Restaurants, Bars, Clubs & Cafes
Social Media-Inspired Bakery Menus
The Panera Roman Empire Menu Follows the Viral TikTok Hashtag
Pink Sushi Boxes
Dept. Sushi Serves Up Sushi in Chic, Vibrant Boxes
Location-Based QSR Technology
Chipotle is Integrating Location-Based Technology Into its App
17-Course Omakase Restaurants
Sunset Sushi Miami Will Open on a Fishing Pier
Globally Inspired Sandwich Menus
TGI Fridays Just Added a New Pork Belly Banh Mi Sandwich
Stylish QSR-Backed Apparel
Panera Bread Unveils its New Menu-Inspired Merchandise Collection
Customer-Driven Pizza Menus
The Pizza Guys Fan Favorites Lineup Has Four Options
Ominous Interior Sushi Restaurants
VSHD Design Creates a New Look for the Origami Restaurant
Artisan-Inspired Diner Menus
Denny's Permanent Menu Now Has Nine New Options
Tip-Enabling App Features
Zomato is Launching a New Feature that Lets Customers Tip Kitchen Staff
Asian Fusion Pizzeria Items
These California Pizza Kitchen Menu Items are a Limited Time Offering
Grab-and-Go Hot Food Services
The Onvo Food on the Fly Program Prioritizes Time Savings
Revamped Modern Phone Booths
100architects Brings Digital Touches to the Classic Phone Booth
Sushi-Themed Sneaker Silhouettes
Connecting Plots and Menulog Debut a New Sushi-Inspired Campaign
Musically Inspired Cocktail Menus
Hacha’s Cymatics Menu Influences Flavor with Sound Waves & More
Elevated In-Flight Menus
Delta Airlines Enhances its Onboard Experiences with Upgraded Menus
Updated Restaurant App Rewards
California Pizza Kitchen Updated its Mobile App with Perks
Unconventional Foodie Magazines
Food& Magazine Explores the Weird and Wonderful World of Food
Restaurant Discovery Websites
Find Me a Restaurant Will Help You Pick Where to Eat
Indian Cuisine-Inspired QSR Menus
The Taco Bell Desi Menu is Arriving in India
Extensive Springtime Bakery Menus
The New Panera Menu Updates Classics and Offers New Favorites
At-Home Tasting Menus
Uber Eats Partners with Michelin Restaurant Ikoyi for a New Tasting Menu
Food-Focused Travel Guide Platforms
'FoodieTrip' Connects Hungry Travelers to Experienced Guides
Touchscreen Interface Smart Toasters
The Toasty One by Tineco Boasts Futuristic Features
Customizable Sandwich Shop Menus
Which Wich Just Unveiled Its New Bag to the Future Menu
Upscale Grocer Catering Menus
Gelson's Catering Menu Has Been Expanded with Almost Two Dozen Items
Technologically-Advanced Grills
Chili's Announced its Plans to Make the 'Kitchen of the Future'
Italy-Inspired Restaurant Menus
The Boston Pizza Perfecto Menu Features Seven Options
QSR Rewards Interfaces
California Pizza Kitchen Launches an Updated Mobile App and Perks
Effortless Recipe Management Tools
Umami Streamlines Recipes and Sparks Creativity
Mediterranean-Inspired Wrap Menus
Jimmy John's Mediterranean Menu Items are Being Test Marketed
Elevated Diner Menus
The IHOP Menu Now Includes Premium Options for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Customizable Donut Menus
Desert Donuts' Build-Your-Own-Donut Menu Shares Fresh, Fun Treats
Comprehensive Restaurant Overview Apps
Toast Debuts a Digital App to Manage Restaurant Operations
Streamlined Meal Planning Apps
Foodpot Helps with Meal Planning and Recipe Discovery