# Dining Kiosk Dining establishments offer interactive order kiosks at visitors' tables. By [Mishal Omar](https://www.trendhunter.com/MishalO) | Published Feb 5, 2018 | Category: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/lifestyle-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/dining-kiosk ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.3/10 - Evidence articles: 5 ## What is the Dining Kiosk trend? **Dining Kiosk:** While tech kiosks for ordering food are relatively common in the fast food industry, those who specialize in more upscale dining experiences are now conceptualizing kiosks that sit at diners' tables, allowing them to order at whim with little effort. These products cut down on wait times for consumers and offer high-tech enhancements that improve brand perception–all while their accessible nature entices guests to purchase more as their dining experience progresses. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 5 featured examples - Articles from: Aug 20, 2017 to Feb 5, 2018 - Published: Feb 5, 2018 - Patterns: [Redirection](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/redirection), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/experience), [Catalyzation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/catalyzation), [Artificial Intelligence](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/artificial-intelligence) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Dining Kiosk trend ### Self-Ordering Technology There is a growing demand for technology that allows consumers to order and pay for their meals without the need for a server ### Interactive Touchscreen Solutions Touchscreens are becoming increasingly popular in restaurants, allowing customers to browse menus, place orders, and play games ### Fast-Casual Kiosks Touchscreen kiosks are an effective way for fast-casual restaurants to differentiate themselves from quick-service competitors ## What the Dining Kiosk trend means for industry ### For Hospitality Technology is disrupting traditional dining experiences, and hospitality professionals must adapt to meet changing consumer demands ### For Retail The adoption of touchscreen technology in dining is spurring innovation across other industries, particularly retail ### For Technology Advancements in self-ordering technology, touchscreens, and kiosks are influencing the evolution of the technology industry ## Workshop question How can your brand enhance consumer experience with its products/services, in a way that establishes a mutual benefit? ## Trend signals for Dining Kiosk Trend score 4.3 out of 10, from popularity 74%, activity 47%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 74% - Activity: 47% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Dining Kiosk trend 5 featured examples from Aug 20, 2017 to Feb 5, 2018. - [Automated Restaurant Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/restaurant-tablet): The 'Bellder' Lets Diners Order and Pay for Meals Seamlessly (Category: Tech) Implication: The 'Bellder' restaurant tablet demonstrates the potential for disruptive innovation in the restaurant technology industry, particularly in automating the dining experience. - [Fast Casual Ordering Kiosks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/touchbistro-kiosk): The TouchBistro Kiosk Increases Average Check Size (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Restaurants can adopt TouchBistro Kiosks to improve their ordering process and increase sales while providing a contactless dining experience. - [Interactive Touchscreen Dining Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kodisoft): Order Food and Play Games with Kodisoft's Tables (Category: Life-Stages) Implication: Restaurants can leverage digital solutions to enhance customer experience, increase efficiency, and gain deeper customer insights. - [Self-Ordering Dining Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightspeed-selforder-menu): The Lightspeed Self-Order Menu Reduces Wait Time and Improves Service (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Implementing tablet-based dining technology can enhance customer experience in restaurants and hotels. - [On-Table Ordering Tablets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prestoprime-emv): PrestoPrime EMV Speeds Up the Ordering Process (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Implement on-table ordering systems in hotels, resorts, and other hospitality establishments to revolutionize guest dining experiences and impro… ## Recent trend clusters - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) - [Source Signatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/oak-finish-whiskey) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Lifestyle - [Mystery Packaging Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cow-not-laughing) - [Multi-Benefit Protein Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comes-in-three-flavors) - [Creator-Led Learning Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/learning-series) - [Accessible Fintech Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chequing-account) All articles: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle)