# Experiential Ice Cream Cafes Dubai's Ebony Restaurant Features a Customizable Touchscreen Menu By Jana Pijak | Published 2015-12-09 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/touchscreen-menu References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/interactive-restaurant-technology-touchscreen-tables/33399/) & [itrestaurant.net](http://itrestaurant.net/restaurants) Dubai's Ebony restaurant is equipped with touchscreen menu surfaces, developed by intuitive furniture brand iRestaurant. The company specializes in smart restaurant furnishings like Ebony's multi-touch surfaces. The interactive tabletops let patrons customize all the details of their meal and are protected with a diamond glass coating. This experiential ice cream cafe offers a menu of indulgent desserts like [ice cream sundaes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opaque-2) and waffles topped with syrup. Moreover, it's also home to casual savory meals and alcoholic menu options like craft beers and wine blends. Transforming a [casual dining experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/east-tea-can-express) into a sensory event, Ebony appeals to curious travelers and tech-savvy foodies with its touchscreen menu surfaces and vibrant interior decor. In addition to letting diners make custom food orders, these modern fixtures also equipped with virtual newspapers, games and other entertainment that is ideal for those eating alone. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 92% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Experiential Ice Cream Cafes:** Incorporate touchscreen menu surfaces for a customized dining experience. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Hospitality:** Implement interactive tabletops in restaurants to enhance customer engagement and satisfaction. - **Food and Beverage:** Introduce touchscreen menus in cafes and restaurants to attract tech-savvy customers and provide a unique dining experience. - **Technology:** Develop innovative touchscreen solutions for the hospitality industry to revolutionize the way customers interact with menus and entertainment options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Frozen Viral Chocolate Sundaes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marble-slab-creamery-dubai-chocolate-sundae.md) - [Sweet Multi-Sensory Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brixjourney.md) - [Interactive Digital Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tabmeal.md) - [Functional Viral Chocolate Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frutta-bowls-dubai-chocolate-menu.md) - [Artistic Dining Destinations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daniels-room.md) - [Viral Chocolate Brunch Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dubai-chocolate-crepe.md) - [Dubai Chocolate Drink Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dubai-chocolate-pistachio-frappe-mix.md) - [Dubai-Style Ice Cream Creations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dubai-chocolate-collection.md) - [Automated Ice Cream Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-coldsnap.md)