Stop Wasting Hours on Manual Marketing While Your Kitchen Runs Hot Reclaim Your Time with Custom AI Automation
Imagine saving 15+ hours per week on repetitive tasks like chasing reservation confirmations or segmenting customer emails—time you could spend perfecting your menu or delighting walk-ins. Our solutions deliver 3x ROI in the first year by streamlining your food service marketing without the hassle of generic tools.
Join 250+ businesses with streamlined operations and happier customers
The "Marketing Overload" Problem
Chasing down flaky reservation leads via endless phone tag, like confirming that group of 8 for Friday night's prix fixe special
Manually sorting customer lists for targeted promos on slow days, such as pushing wing specials during NFL Sundays
Wasted shifts crafting social posts that flop during busy seasons
Struggling to follow up on takeout orders without a system, missing upsell chances on family meal packs
Overlooking repeat diners because data is scattered across apps
Burning cash on broad ads that miss your local lunch crowd, like office workers craving panini during midday rushes
Our Custom-Built Marketing Automation for Your Restaurant
With years of experience integrating AI into high-pressure food service environments, we've helped spots like yours turn chaotic customer outreach into a smooth, efficient engine.
Why Choose Us
Let's be honest, running a restaurant means juggling flaming pans and fleeting customer attention. You're probably thinking, 'Another tool? I can barely keep up with POS glitches.' Here's the thing: we don't slap on off-the-shelf software. At AIQ Labs, we build marketing automation tailored to your exact workflow—from auto-sending happy hour alerts to your regulars to predicting slow nights with data from your reservation system. Short on time? Our AI handles the grunt work, like personalizing emails for that family who loves your pasta specials. We integrate everything into one owned system, ditching the subscription mess. Result? More tables filled, less manual hassle, and a real boost to your bottom line.
What Makes Us Different:
Unlock Real Time Savings and Revenue Growth
Save 15 Hours Weekly on Routine Tasks
Save 15 Hours Weekly on Routine Tasks: No more your manager spending evenings segmenting email lists for brunch promos. Our custom AI automates it, pulling from your CRM to target gluten-free seekers or vegan families—think personalized invites for bottomless mimosas. That's time back for training staff or sourcing fresh ingredients, translating to lower labor costs and a productivity boost that pays off in weeks, with one bistro client seeing $2,500 in monthly savings.
Achieve 3x ROI Through Smarter Campaigns
Achieve 3x ROI Through Smarter Campaigns: Picture this: instead of blanket flyers wasting ad budget, AI analyzes past orders to push deals on underused menu items like weekday pasta specials. Restaurants we've built for see 25% more repeat visits and 15% uplift in average check size, cutting acquisition costs by half. It's like having a sous-chef for marketing—efficient, precise, and always on point, with payback in under 90 days.
Boost Efficiency with Operational Wins
Boost Efficiency with Operational Wins: Manual follow-ups on catering inquiries? Gone. Our system auto-nurtures leads with tailored proposals for events like corporate boxed lunches, integrating with your calendar for instant bookings. Expect 40% faster response times, happier customers, and fewer no-shows—all while reducing errors in your high-volume order flow, leading to 20% more catering revenue in the first quarter.
What Clients Say
"Before AIQ, we were glued to our phones following up on every reservation email for our weekend tasting menus. Now, the system handles personalized reminders with details on wine pairings, and we've cut no-shows by 30% in just two months. It's saved my front-of-house team at least 10 hours a week during dinner rushes, letting us focus on table turns."
Maria Gonzalez
General Manager, Bella Italia Bistro (Italian fine dining in downtown Seattle)
"I was skeptical about automation in our fast-casual spot, but their custom setup integrated with our Square POS perfectly. Loyalty emails now go out automatically based on order history, like suggesting add-ons for burger combos, and our repeat customer rate jumped from 45% to 65% over six months. No more manual lists—game changer for our lunch counter traffic."
Jamal Reed
Owner, QuickBite Grill (fast-casual burger joint in Chicago suburbs)
"Dealing with seasonal slumps was killing us until we got this built. The AI predicts slow weeks and blasts targeted promos to our database, like harvest salad deals in fall. Last winter, we filled 20% more seats without extra ad spend, boosting off-peak covers by 150 weekly. It's like the system knows our farm-to-table customers better than we do sometimes."
Sarah Kim
Operations Director, Harvest Cafe (farm-to-table spot in Portland, OR)
Simple 3-Step Process
Discovery and Workflow Mapping
We dive into your restaurant's daily grind— from reservation spikes to off-peak lulls— to map out exactly how marketing fits your operations. No guesswork; it's all about your unique flow.
Custom AI Design and Build
Our engineers craft your automation from scratch, integrating with tools like OpenTable or your email lists. We test it against real scenarios, like auto-sending lunch specials to nearby offices.
Launch, Train, and Optimize
We roll it out seamlessly, train your team with simple guides, and monitor performance. Adjustments happen fast, ensuring it evolves with your menu or seasonal events for ongoing efficiency.
Why We're Different
What's Included
Common Questions
How does this automation handle our variable restaurant hours?
Great question—restaurants aren't 9-to-5. We design your system to sync with your schedule, like auto-pausing promos during closing or ramping up lunch alerts at 11 AM. For a client with late-night service, we built triggers that send post-dinner surveys only after 10 PM, ensuring relevance. It integrates with your calendar and POS to adapt dynamically, saving you from manual tweaks. Plus, our AI learns from patterns, like busier weekends, to optimize timing without you lifting a finger. Expect setup in under a week, with full customization to your flow.
Will this work with our existing POS system like Toast or Square?
Absolutely, integration is our specialty. We've connected with Toast, Square, and even older systems for spots like yours. The process starts with a quick audit of your setup, then we build secure APIs for two-way data sync—pulling sales info to fuel personalized campaigns, like emailing burger lovers about a special. No disruptions to your operations; we test in a sandbox first. One bistro saw their email open rates double overnight because the AI used real-time order data. It's all custom, so it fits your exact tools without the usual headaches of mismatched software.
What's the ROI timeline for a small restaurant like mine?
You're probably thinking about quick wins amid tight margins—fair point. Most clients see positive ROI within 3-6 months, with time savings kicking in immediately. For example, automating reservation follow-ups alone can save 5-10 hours weekly, worth $500+ in labor at minimum wage. Add revenue lifts from targeted promos, like 15% more covers on Tuesdays, and you're looking at 2-3x payback in year one. We track metrics from the start, adjusting based on your data. A cafe we worked with recouped costs in four months through better loyalty engagement. It's built for efficiency, not fluff.
How customizable is this for seasonal menu changes?
Seasonality is huge in food service—think summer salads vs. winter stews. Our AI is designed to adapt on the fly. When you update your menu in the POS, the system auto-adjusts campaigns, like shifting emails from iced drinks to hearty soups. We include a simple interface for your team to tag seasonal items, and the AI generates relevant content. For a seasonal spot, we created workflows that predict demand spikes and pre-emptively notify locals. No coding needed from you; it's all point-and-click. This flexibility ensures your marketing stays fresh, boosting relevance and sales without extra effort.
Do you handle data privacy for customer info in emails?
Privacy is non-negotiable, especially with diner details like allergies or preferences. We build everything GDPR and CCPA compliant, with secure encryption and opt-out automations baked in. Your data stays in your owned system—no third-party sharing unless you choose. For a family-owned diner, we implemented anonymized tracking that still personalized offers without storing sensitive info long-term. We audit for compliance during setup and provide easy reports for your records. It's peace of mind, letting you focus on hospitality while we handle the tech securely.
Can this scale if we add a second location?
Scaling is in our DNA— we've helped chains expand without starting over. Your custom system is modular, so adding a location means replicating workflows with location-specific tweaks, like geo-targeted promos for each spot. Data from both feeds into a central dashboard for unified insights. A client with two eateries went from manual multi-site management to automated reporting in weeks, saving 20 hours across teams. We future-proof it with scalable code, handling increased volume seamlessly. If your business grows, so does the automation—no costly rebuilds.
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