Pasadena has become the home of an innovative new dining establishment that is revolutionizing the restaurant industry. CaliExpress, the world’s first fully-autonomous and artificial intelligence (AI) powered restaurant, opened its doors to the public in early December. Powered by the advanced technology from Miso Robotics and PopID, CaliExpress is set to redefine the dining experience.
Utilizing cutting-edge AI and robotics, the CaliExpress kitchen boasts fully automated grill and fry stations. Customers can enter the restaurant and place their orders using self-ordering kiosks connected to their PopID accounts. Witness the magic as the grill robot skillfully grinds the high-quality beef in real-time, resulting in a mouthwatering burger patty. Meanwhile, the AI-powered robot, Flippy, flawlessly serves up crispy, hot fries made from top-grade potatoes.
The menu at CaliExpress is simple and satisfying, offering options such as hamburgers, cheeseburgers, or lettuce wraps, accompanied by delicious fries and a refreshing drink. The use of AI and robotics in order-taking and cooking allows major restaurant chains to improve quality, consistency, and speed. Rich Hull, CEO of Miso Robotics, expressed his pride in partnering with Cali Group and PopID to make CaliExpress a reality, calling Flippy an incredible success story.
In addition to its groundbreaking technology, CaliExpress also provides a safer working environment for its employees. With Flippy handling the cooking process, the risk of slippage and burns is greatly reduced, and food and oil wastage is minimized. Cali Group, the holding company behind CaliExpress, emphasizes that the restaurant can be run with a smaller crew, offering above-average wages in a less stressful environment.
CaliExpress goes beyond being a mere restaurant—it also serves as a pseudo-museum that showcases the evolution of Flippy. With exhibits including historical robotic arms, photographs, and 3-D printed artifacts, the restaurant aims to inspire future generations in the field of AI and automation development. Local schools are encouraged to arrange tours to explore the wonders of this technological marvel.
To experience the future of dining, make a reservation at CaliExpress by visiting their website. Pasadena has truly become a hub for innovation and cutting-edge technology with the world’s first AI-powered restaurant setting a new standard for the industry.