# Self-Serve Wine Bars This Machine at Park 112 Automatically Serves Wine to Patrons By Alexander Lam | Published 2013-07-31 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/park-112 References: [dvice](http://www.dvice.com/2013-7-29/automated-wine-bar-offers-self-serve-drinks-smartcard) & [thepark112](http://thepark112.com/) In an effort to remove the human element from serving alcohol, restaurant [Park 112](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-concierge-system) is implementing an [automated wine bar](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robotic-beverage-machine). Park 112's bar will automatically serve wine to patrons who pay with a smartcard. The machine dispenses expertly curated wine to patrons upon receiving payment. Users are given a reloadable wine card equipped with a RFID chip. Upon paying, the user can choose what wine they want from a LCD touch screen. The machine then precisely pours the perfect glass of wine. Italian dispenser manufacturer Enomatic is developing the self-serve wine bar for Park 112. In order to help patrons enjoy their wine, the restaurant is still employing a [sommelier and a mixologist](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barsys-speakeasy). The staff will provide advice on how to match spirits with food. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 85% | Activity: 84% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/robots) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Automated Beverage Dispensers:** Developing automated beverage dispensers for bars and restaurants can remove the human element from serving drinks and provide a more convenient experience for patrons. - **Smart Payment Systems:** Implementing smart payment systems such as RFID-equipped cards can reduce transaction times and streamline ordering processes for customers. - **Expertly Curated Menus:** By offering expertly curated beverage selections through LCD touch screens, self-serve bars can provide a unique and customized experience for patrons. ### Where This Applies - **Hospitality:** Automated beverage dispensers can be utilized in the hospitality industry to provide guests with a more efficient and personalized experience. - **Technology:** Developing smart payment systems for self-serve bars and restaurants presents an opportunity for technology companies to innovate in the food and beverage space. - **Wine and Spirits:** Expertly curated wine and spirits menus offered through self-serve machines can revolutionize the industry and create new opportunities for businesses in this space. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Self-Service Beer Taprooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beer-taproom.md) - [Automated Beverage Dispensing Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/automated-beverage-dispensing-solution.md) - [Single-Serve Wine Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coravin-vinitas.md) - [Automated Beer Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trust-bars.md) - [Robotic Beverage-Crafting Baristas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sidework-dispenser.md) - [AI-Powered Beverage Dispensers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pubinno-1.md) - [AI-Powered Airport Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barcelona-airport.md) - [AI-Assisted Wine Website Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thomas-fogarty-winery.md) - [Beverage Dispensing Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ottobot-brew.md)