{"id":89504,"date":"2025-06-17T13:49:33","date_gmt":"2025-06-17T11:49:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.horecatrends.com\/?p=89504"},"modified":"2025-06-17T13:51:10","modified_gmt":"2025-06-17T11:51:10","slug":"donatos-pizza-will-open-a-fully-autonomous-restaurant-in-partnership-with-appetronix","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.horecatrends.com\/en\/donatos-pizza-will-open-a-fully-autonomous-restaurant-in-partnership-with-appetronix\/","title":{"rendered":"Donatos Pizza will open a fully autonomous restaurant in partnership with Appetronix"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Donatos Pizza, a premium U.S. pizza chain known for its Edge to Edge\u00ae toppings, is launching its first fully autonomous restaurant this month at John Glenn Columbus International Airport (Concourse B). Donatos and its sister company <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/agapeautomation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ag\u00e1pe Automation<\/a> partnered with Appetronix to create this innovative concept. It\u2019s operated by HMSHost and will serve freshly made pizzas 24\/7 via robotic technology, offering travelers speed, convenience, and quality.<\/p>\n<p><em>This new Donatos location sets a precedent for how robotics and hospitality can blend to meet modern foodservice demands in high-traffic environments like airports.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>2 minutes read<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h3><strong>State-of-the-art robotics and data science technologies<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The autonomous kitchen at this airport location of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/donatospizza\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Donatos Pizza<\/a> uses advanced AI and robotics to handle everything from order-taking to cooking and delivery. Customers can watch their pizzas being prepared in real time, adding an entertaining and transparent element to the experience. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prnewswire.com\/news-releases\/kevin-king-drives-donatos-pizza-toward-a-bold-future-302391045.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Donatos CEO Kevin King<\/a> emphasizes that while the technology is groundbreaking, the focus remains on delivering delicious, generously topped pizzas.<\/p>\n<p>The launch aligns with Donatos\u2019 broader innovation strategy, aimed at transforming the pizza landscape. Executive Chairwoman Jane Grote Abell highlights the legacy of founder <a href=\"https:\/\/pizzahalloffame.com\/donatos\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Jim Grote<\/a> and the company\u2019s continued commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>About Donatos Pizza<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/donatospizza\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Donatos Pizza<\/a> was founded in 1963 in Columbus, Ohio, and is still family-owned. The company operates over 175 stores and serves its signature pizzas in nearly 300 non-traditional locations like Red Robin restaurants. Donatos Pizza is known for its commitment to community, consistency, and innovation. Visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.donatospizzafranchise.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">their franchise page<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>About Appetronix<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/appetronix\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Appetronix Inc.<\/a> (formerly <a href=\"https:\/\/www.horecatrends.com\/en\/introduction-of-a-autonomous-robotic-restaurant-by-sjw-robotics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SJW Robotics<\/a>) is a foodtech company developing autonomous robotic kitchens for the restaurant industry. Their technology automates all kitchen functions, including cooking and cleaning, aiming to improve food quality and operational efficiency in locations where traditional kitchens aren\u2019t feasible.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Donatos Pizza, a premium U.S. pizza chain known for its Edge to Edge\u00ae toppings, is launching its first fully autonomous restaurant this month at John <a class=\"readmore\" href=\"https:\/\/www.horecatrends.com\/en\/donatos-pizza-will-open-a-fully-autonomous-restaurant-in-partnership-with-appetronix\/\"> read 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