Stop Missing Hungry Customers After Closing Time 24/7 AI Voice Agents That Answer Every Call
Imagine never losing a reservation or order because your phone went unanswered at 10 PM. Our custom AI voice agents deliver instant responses, boosting your revenue by capturing every opportunity, day or night.
Join 250+ food service businesses capturing every lead with round-the-clock AI support
The "After-Hours Black Hole" Problem
Phones go silent after 9 PM, missing out on impulse late-night takeout orders for pizza or wings from hungry night owls
Overwhelmed servers during peak lunch hours can't juggle reservation calls without delaying table turns or order takings
Missed catering inquiries for weddings or corporate events on weekends when the kitchen team's off, letting high-margin opportunities slip
No-shows stacking up because reservation confirmations aren't texted promptly, leading to over-prepped ingredients like fresh salads going to waste
Confused diners calling repeatedly about daily specials or gluten-free menu swaps, tying up the hostess stand during the dinner rush
Holiday rushes like Thanksgiving overwhelming your phone lines with turkey order inquiries, causing dropped calls and irate family gatherings
Custom-Built AI Voice Agents Tailored to Your Restaurant's Rhythm
We've powered over 150 food service operations with AI that feels like an extension of your team, not a generic bot
Why Choose Us
Here's the thing: running a restaurant means every missed call is a missed meal—and a missed chance to delight a customer. At AIQ Labs, we don't slap on off-the-shelf voice AI. We build yours from the ground up, integrating seamlessly with your POS system, reservation software, and delivery apps. Picture this: a caller at midnight asking about tomorrow's brunch specials. Our AI responds naturally, books the table, and even suggests pairings based on your menu. No scripts, no stiff replies—just warm, efficient service that matches your brand's vibe. You're probably thinking, 'Will it handle accents or special requests?' Absolutely. We train it on your real call data for that personal touch.
What Makes Us Different:
Unlock Round-the-Clock Revenue Without the Chaos
Capture Every Lead, Every Hour
Capture Every Lead, Every Hour: No more voicemail black holes during quiet graveyard shifts. Our AI answers instantly, qualifying late-night callers for takeout or delivery and booking tables on the spot. Restaurants see a 35% uptick in reservations from after-hours calls within the first quarter, turning quiet nights into steady income streams—like having an extra host who never sleeps and syncs with your reservation system like OpenTable.
Boost Customer Satisfaction with Zero Waits
Boost Customer Satisfaction with Zero Waits: Diners hate hold music during your dinner rush when they're starving. Our agents provide immediate answers on wait times, today's specials, or vegan substitutions, reducing frustration and encouraging repeat visits. One busy bistro client cut complaint calls by 40% in just two months, freeing staff to focus on plating perfect dishes instead of phone duty amid the clatter of a full dining room.
Scale Operations Without Adding Headcount
Scale Operations Without Adding Headcount: Skip hiring extra temps for phone coverage during busy events or holiday surges. The AI handles spikes in catering queries for buffets or group bookings autonomously, integrating orders directly into your POS and kitchen display system for seamless prep. This means smoother service flow and up to 25% lower labor costs on slow shifts, like those post-lunch lulls.
What Clients Say
"Before AIQ's voice agent, we'd lose 20-30 calls a night during closing, especially Fridays when folks crave late-night pepperoni pizzas or garlic knots. Now, it books deliveries right up to 1 AM, handles custom orders like extra cheese, and we've added $15K in monthly revenue from those ghost hours. Setup took just two weeks, and it syncs perfectly with our Square POS—no glitches, even during our busiest wing nights."
Maria Gonzalez
Owner, Bella's Pizzeria in downtown Chicago
"Our brunch spot was swamped Sundays; servers couldn't answer reservation lines without dropping trays of avocado toast. The AI handles it all now—confirms parties of 8, notes dietary needs like nut allergies, even upsells bottomless mimosas. Cut our no-shows from 15% to under 5% in the first month, and customers rave about the quick responses, boosting our Yelp ratings by a full star."
Jamal Reed
General Manager, Sunrise Cafe in Brooklyn
"Catering calls were killing us mid-week; we'd miss quotes for office lunches with custom salad bars. This AI qualifies leads instantly, pulls our current menu including vegan options, and emails detailed proposals overnight. Landed a $5K corporate gig for a tech firm's holiday party last quarter that we would've overlooked—it's like having a sales rep who works holidays and knows our grill specials inside out."
Lisa Chen
Operations Director, Urban Grill House in San Francisco
Simple 3-Step Process
Discovery Call to Map Your Needs
We chat about your peak hours, menu quirks, and pain points—like handling walk-in surges or allergy questions. No cookie-cutter plans; this is built for your kitchen's flow.
Custom Build and Training
Our engineers craft the AI using your call logs and POS data, training it to sound like your team. Test runs ensure it nails specials and routes complex issues to you seamlessly.
Launch, Monitor, and Optimize
Go live with full integration. We monitor for the first 30 days, tweaking based on real calls—like fine-tuning responses for holiday rushes—so it evolves with your business.
Why We're Different
What's Included
Common Questions
How does the AI handle peak-hour call volumes without slowing service?
Let's be honest, dinner rushes are chaos enough without phone lines jamming up. Our custom AI voice agents are built to scale effortlessly, processing multiple calls simultaneously like an infinite waitstaff. We integrate directly with your phone system, routing simple queries—like 'What's the wait for a table of four?'—instantly while queuing tougher ones for staff. In testing with busy bistros, it handled 50+ concurrent calls during Friday nights without a hitch, freeing your team to focus on plating. Plus, it learns from patterns; if taco Tuesdays spike inquiries, we optimize for that. No dropped calls, just smoother operations and happier diners walking in ready to order.
Can it integrate with my existing restaurant software?
Absolutely, and that's where we shine. You're probably thinking about your mishmash of tools—POS for orders, apps for deliveries, reservation platforms. We don't just plug in; we build deep, two-way integrations so data flows freely. For example, if a caller books via phone, it updates your Toast or Square system in real-time, avoiding double-bookings. We've done this for spots using everything from Lightspeed to Uber Eats APIs. The result? One unified workflow, not more apps to babysit. Setup involves a quick audit of your stack, then custom code to tie it all together—think of it as the sous-chef that keeps your kitchen in sync without you lifting a finger.
What if a customer has a special request, like vegan substitutions?
Special requests are the heart of great service, right? Our AI is trained on your menu and past orders to handle them naturally—not with canned replies, but thoughtful suggestions. Say someone calls about gluten-free options; it pulls your current offerings, checks availability, and even notes cross-contamination policies if you've shared them. If it's too nuanced, like a custom cake order, it seamlessly transfers to your events manager with full context. One cafe we worked with saw allergy-related satisfaction scores jump 28% because the AI sounded genuinely caring, like 'I'd recommend our quinoa bowl—it's nut-free and a guest favorite.' We fine-tune this with your input for that authentic, welcoming vibe.
How much does a custom AI voice agent cost for my restaurant?
Costs vary based on your setup, but let's break it down honestly: for a mid-sized spot with standard integrations, expect a one-time build fee around $8K-$15K, plus minimal ongoing hosting under $200/month—far less than a part-time receptionist. No subscription traps; you own it outright. Factors like multi-location syncing or advanced analytics bump it up, but we start with a free consult to scope exactly what you need, like basic order-taking versus full catering leads. Compare that to losing $500+ in daily reservations from unanswered calls—our clients recoup in 2-3 months through captured revenue. It's an investment in owning your customer flow, not renting it.
Is the AI voice customizable to match my restaurant's personality?
Yes, and we make it fun. Generic bots sound robotic, which kills the cozy feel of your eatery. We craft voices and scripts to echo your style—warm and folksy for a family diner, sleek and efficient for upscale fusion. Draw from your real staff calls: if your host says 'Welcome to our table,' the AI picks that up. For a taqueria, it might sprinkle in Spanish phrases; for a steakhouse, emphasize hearty welcomes. Testing ensures it fits—short, punchy for quick orders, detailed for wine pairings. A bistro owner told us it felt like 'an old friend answering the phone,' boosting loyalty because customers sense the personal touch, even at 2 AM.
What happens if the AI can't resolve a caller's issue?
We design for seamless teamwork. If a query stumps it—like a rare wine availability check during inventory close—the AI doesn't fumble; it politely gathers details and transfers to the right person with a full summary. Think: 'I've noted your group's size and time; connecting you to reservations now.' No awkward loops. In practice, 85% of calls resolve independently, but for the rest, it's a warm handoff that saves your staff time. We've built in escalation rules based on your workflow, so during lunch crunch, it texts alerts instead of ringing. It's like a vigilant doorman: handles the crowd, flags VIPs, keeping your service flowing without interruptions.
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