Fast Food Drive-Thru Pre-Order AI

Allows customers to phone ahead with their drive-thru order, reducing wait times and improving throughput. Orders are ready when customers arrive, creating fast-food-chain level efficiency for independent operators.

Overview

The Fast Food Drive-Thru Pre-Order AI allows customers to phone ahead with their drive-thru order, reducing wait times and improving throughput. Orders are ready when customers arrive, creating fast-food-chain level efficiency for independent operators.

Key Features

  • Pre-Order System: Customers call ahead with order before arriving.
  • Menu Upselling: Suggests meal deals, sides, drinks to increase basket value.
  • Ready Time Estimation: Provides accurate ready time based on current kitchen load.
  • Customization: Handles modifications, allergies, special requests.
  • Loyalty Integration: Applies loyalty discounts and stamps.
  • Payment: Processes payment over phone or records for collection payment.

How It Works

Customer calls 10 minutes before arriving, orders 2 burger meals with customizations (no pickles, extra sauce). AI processes order, estimates 8-minute prep time, and sends SMS when order is ready. Customer arrives at drive-thru, gives name, order is handed over immediately. No waiting, no queue.

Integration

Works seamlessly with:

  • Kitchen Display: Orders appear with prep time countdown
  • POS System: Integration with ordering and payment systems
  • GPS: Optional - customer location triggers "order ready" notification
  • Loyalty: Points and rewards management

Benefits

Faster Service

Pre-orders ready immediately, improving customer satisfaction.

Higher Throughput

Serve more customers per hour with reduced wait times.

Increased Basket Size

AI upselling increases average order by 20%.

Competitive Advantage

Fast-food-chain efficiency as independent operator.

Pricing

Included in business plans. Powerful differentiation for independent fast food.