Waiters and bartenders are among the most charismatic, attractive and personable people you come across in daily life… to your face, that is.
Once they get behind that corner to the kitchen, however, some can unleash a verbal fury of insults and curse words which could make Ron Jeremy blush.
Fear not, waiters and bartenders, for there is no need to stress any longer. Check out these 22 innovations we have served up specifically for you. Enjoy!
22 Innovations for Servers
21
Too Hot for Takeoff
Southwest Airlines Sued for Booting Under-Dressed Hooters Waitress
20
Waiterless Restaurant
Fully Automated Dining At Bagger's
19
MotoMan RoboBar
Robotic Bartender
18
Cyber Goth Waitresses
Nurse Cakehead's in London
17
Easily Misinterpreted Ads
KFC Waiters With Mouths Taped
16
Self Serve Nightclubs
Amsterdam's Bartenderless MiniBar is World's First
15
Asahi Robot Bartender Chills and Pours Beer
14
Flair Bartending
Performance Bartenders Delight Guests Around the World
13
Robotic Bartenders
Robomoji, Asahi and RoboBar
12
Bartending Stilettos
Sky-High Heels That Open Beer
11
Alcohol Tornadoes
The Vortex Portable Cocktail Mixers Make Bartending Sexy
10
Robot Bartenders Get Digital
MyFountain Smartini Cocktail Mixer
9
Intelligent Bartender Bots
The DIY SOBEaR v02 Has a Built-In Breathalyzer
8
Monkeys As Waiters
Primate Restaurant in Japan
7
Sexy Cocktail Comebacks
Savvy Bartenders Bring Back Fancy Drinks For Summer
6
Bartending Artists
San Diego's Michael L. Edwards Paints Portraits (and the Town Red)
5
Branded Bartender Robots
Mr. Asahi (UPDATE)
4
Bartending Gimmicks
The FlipTop Cocktail Shaker Makes It Shaken Not Stirred
3
Robot Bartender Festivals
Roboexotica
2
$10,000 Tip
Trumpster Tips Waiter about 12,000%
1
Undercover Tipping
Waiter Rant "At Your Service"
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Work-Friendly Beers
Creative Juice is a Low-Strength "Desk Beer" for Creative Problem-Solving
Bean-Shaped Coffee Makers
The Conceptual Bean Coffee Machine by Juliana Juleva is Charming
Generative-AI Restaurant Servers
Brown Bacon AI Implements AI Assisted Servers
AI-Driven Beverage Menus
Botrista Leverages AI & Machine Learning to Create Drink Menus
Robotic Restaurant Technology Upgrades
Happy Joe's is Bringing Robotics and AI to its Dining Room
Beer Enthusiast Campaigns
Yard House Searches for its Chief Beer Officer Amongst Fans
Elevated Springtime Menus
The Starbucks 2025 Spring Menu Features an 'Iced Cherry Chai' Beverage
Humorous Drink Cart Ads
Tito’s Spokescart Returns with New Tricks and the Same Laid-Back Charm
Conversation Starter Crisps
Beavertown's Spicy Cheese Chips Support Talking About Mental Health
Robotic Beverage-Crafting Baristas
The Sidework Dispenser Develops a Multitude of Complex Drinks
Unconventional RTD Cocktails
Barcelona's Las Jelly's is Creating a New Drinking Experience
AI-Enhanced Phone Cases
The Flipper by Heineken Turns Upside Down When It Senses a Good Time
Socialite QSR Drink Menus
These SONIC Custom Drinks Come in The Nicole and The Paris
AI Food Photography Apps
MenuSnap Helps Restaurants Capture, Edit & Optimize Images
Iconic Vodka Cocktails
Absolut Introduces Convenient Ready-to-Serve Cocktails
Water-Themed Cocktail Bars
The Civil Works Cocktail Bar Debuts at the Waterworks Food Hall
Anthropomorphic Bell Mascots
Bellboy is Hotels.com’s Newest Ambassador
At-Home Cocktail Smokers
The 'Smokpub' Electric Cocktail Smoker Has a Built-in Ignition
Product Review-Centered Campaigns
Kitchenaid's 'Love the Racks' Campaign Was Written by a Customer
Confessional Cafe Pop-Ups
KitchenAid Caffeine Confessions Celebrates Being Your Own Barista
Film-Inspired Cocktail Experiences
Absolut Vodka Hosted a Wicked Cocktail Event in NYC
Date Night-Themed Cocktails
Applebee’s New $6 Tipsy Cupid Drink is Perfect for Valentine's Day
House Party-Themed Campaigns
Hiders Keepers Shows Stella Artois’ Clever Take on Party Etiquette
Ready-to-Serve Canned Mocktails
Mocktails Uniquely Crafted Makes Convenient Cocktail Alternatives
Cheeky Coffee Ads
Starbucks' New Ads Celebrate Personal Connections Through a Modern Twist
Bar-Quality Canned Cocktails
Wonderland Cocktails Launched Five New Canned Refreshments
Pop-Up Pizza Box Tables
Pizza Hut's Moving Box Table Saves People from Eating on the Floor
Cheeky Bar-Focused Campaigns
Heineken Advocates for Financial Support for Bars with Starring Bars
Sauce-Proof Shirts
Shake Shack Created Disposable Fashion Inspired by Tray Liners
Unconventional Awkwardly Seated Tables
The Uncomfortable Table by Capitalism Has 34 Legs
AR-Suggested Cocktails
Threedium Developed 3D Cocktail Visuals for Tanqueray No.TEN
Dream-Based Cocktails
Tanqueray No. TEN's Cocktail of Dreams Project Uses EEG Technology
Larger-Than-Life Sports Campaigns
Smirnoff Launches The Longest Tailgate for the Super Bowl
Negroni Cocktail Bars
The Negroni Bar by Campari Serves Six Variations of the Serve
App-Enabled Cocktail Makers
The Bartifier Cocktail Maker Offers Access to More Than 380 Recipes
Italian Cafe Culture-Inspired Cocktails
These New NIO Cocktails Come in Four Varieties
Cheeky Non-Alcoholic Cocktail Events
Mindful Drinking Fest Boasts the NO FUN Cocktail Competition
Timeless Mixology Collections
Waterford Crystal’s Mixology Collection Offers a Refined Experience
Espresso Martini Bars
NYC's Rose Room is Dedicated to a Beloved Coffee Cocktail
Reinventive Modern Kitchen Sinks
Boelon Designs the Luxury Kitchen Sink with Contemporary Elements
Street-Food Stall Furniture Designs
Jhanyar Designs the New GaGeeNang Collection
Exclusive Cocktail Kits
Tanqueray Collaborates with Alessi to Unite Craftsmanship and Design
Tiny Chef Dining Concepts
The JW Marriott Edmonton Ice District Has Introduced Le Petit Chef
Discerning Drinker Pop-Ups
Fentimans' Pop-Up Inspires People to Choose More Interesting Beverages
AI-Powered Review Insights
Yelp Adds New AI Features for Restaurant-Goers and Owners
Bat-Shaped Wine Openers
OTOTO Boasts an Ultra Playful Two-in-One Wine and Beer Opener
Educator-Treating Retailer Promotions
The Wawa Cheers to Classroom Promotion Offers Free Drinks
Ready-to-Pour Vodka Martinis
SKYY Martinis Introduce a Well-Crafted Martini in a Bottle
Multisensory Cocktail Menus
Synaesthesia Inspired the Spectrum Cocktail Menu at Fitz’s
Beverage Dispensing Robots
Ottobot Brew is Ultra-Capable Beer Dispensing Robot
In-App Restaurant Ordering Systems
Châtaigne' Innovative Food Delivery Approach Uses WhatsApp
Pop-Up Dining Experiences
Japanese Ski Resort Welcomes Alpine Cocktail Bar and Restaurant
Canned Shirley Temples
The Drinks Bureau Offers 'The Shirleys' in Two Unique Formats
Dynamic Sauce Collections
Consumer Insights Informed Silver Spring Foods' Signature Sauce Line
Restaurant-Focused Beverage Campaigns
Surfside Introduces Its Promotional Surf N' Turf Campaign
Pop Culture Bars
Basic is Building a Sports Bar for Pop Culture Fans
Spooky Seasonal Libation Campaigns
The Heineken Meet the Chillers Campaign is Character-Driven
Film-Inspired Restaurant Cocktails
Bonefish Grill Offers Themed Wicked Martinis
Anti-Distraction Workplace Displays
The 'Busy Bar' Communicates Silently with Colleagues
Virally Inspired Virtual Menus
The Creator's Kitchen As Seen on TikTok Menu is Ever-Changing
Personal-Sized Beer Pitchers
The Greene Turtle is Selling New Personal Pitchers This Fall
Water-Inspired Cocktail Menus
The Water of Life (Eau de Vie) by Botanist Explores a Vital Element
Non-Alcoholic Margarita Dispensers
Almave is Celebrating Cinco de Mayo with Work-Safe Margaritas
Early Retirement Communities
The Cantinas by Taco Bell Invites Young Adults to Live Like Retirees
Non-Alcoholic Nootropic Cocktails
Nine Lives' Noobies Menu Enhances Mood and Cognitive Function
Canned Bar-Quality Summertime Cocktails
The Latest Served Cocktails Come in Four Expressions
Month-Long Martini Events
Tanqueray's Fancy Hour Spotlights Martinis as the Perfect Summer Sipper
Humorous Condiment Campaigns
Mike's Amazing Taps Jason Alexander for Its New Campaign
Commercial AI Mixologists
Tastebuds Crafts AI-Generated Recipes for the Beverage Industry
Premium Zero-Proof Alcohol Alternatives
Team Spirits Boasts Sophisticated Alcohol-Free Cocktails
Premium Alcohol-Free Refreshments
Savyll Non-Alcoholic Cocktails are Arriving at Sainsbury's
Beverage Gear Product Expansions
Fellow Launches New Barware with Rocky + Ruby Tumblers
Chicken Tender Restaurants
Bar Tender by Wingstop in NYC Exclusively Serves Chicken Tenders
Conversational Robot Baristas
Second Space's KUBI Dynamically Interacts with Customers
AI Party Planning Assistants
PartyKit Ensures The Little Details are Taken Care of
Robotic Restaurant Support Solutions
These New RobotLAB Automated Systems are Dining Room-Ready
Bar-Strength Gourmet Cocktails
Gather Gourmet Cocktails Put an Indulgent Twist on Classic Serves
Premium Draught Cocktails
Served Draught Enhances Service, Quality & Convenience
Jewel-Inspired Cocktails
The Hidden Gems Menu by The K Bar Celebrates a Cartier Exhibition
Back-Row Beer Campaigns
Harbin Beer's Back Rack Hack Used Less-Ideal Retail Space to Boost Sales
Asian-Fusion Dining Experiences
The Lobby Bar Combines Culinary Arts with Vibrant Nightlife
Automated Beverage Dispensing Solutions
Backbar Offers Automated Dispenser for Multiple Beverages
Spring-Ready RTD Cocktails
Greenbar Distillery Offers Up Non-Alcoholic and Alcoholic Cocktails
Italian Appetizer Coffee Tables
The Aperitivo Coffee Table is Perfect for Serving Guests
Multi-Vendor Food Marketplaces
Chef's Hall Offers Multiple High Quality Restaurants Under One Roof
Non-Alcoholic Beverage Sets
Blind Tiger's 'Speakeasy Soulmates Set' Features Mixology Creations
Future-Facing Food Menus
Fura's Future Food Menu Explores the Impacts of Climate Change
Employee-Facing Automation Technology
Starbucks' Siren Craft System Improves Customer Service
Y2K Cocktail Menus
Le Syndicat's SY2K Reimagines 2000s Favorites for Sophisticated Palates
Artfully Designed Sports Bars
Amanda Pinatih and Gabriel Fontana Design the Sidelined Bar
Worldwide Service Marketplaces
Airbnb Services are for Booking Everything from Catering to Makeup
Regional 1930s-Inspired Pizzas
Pizza Hut Chicago Tavern-Style Pizza Has a Cracker-Thin Crust
Celebrative Cocktail Menus
Jade Yorkville Reigns Offers Festive Champagne-Based Cocktails
Restaurant Management Integrations
Favouritetable Partners with First Table for Seamless Bookings
Summer Patio Pop-Ups
The Sol Patio+ Provides a Comfortable Place to Wait for a Table
Artful Complex Mixology Glassware
NUDE and Giorgio Bargiani Designs the Bar/Giani Collection
Social Connection Campaigns
Beavertown Brewery's Is This Seat Taken? Campaign Unites Strangers
Refined Poke Refreshment Menus
The Pokeworks Signature Drink Menu Has an Array of Options
Custom Apron-Wearing Tumblers
Starbucks Japan Drops the My Custom Stainless Steel Bottle Barista
Access-Focused Hospitality Initiatives
Margaritaville's Hospitality Brand is Autism-Friendly
Savory Cocktail Dips
An Elegant Bar Order Inspired Chelsea Living Room's Dirty Martini Dip
Imaginative Cocktail Menus
Dean & Nancy on 22's World of Dreams Menu Evokes Wonder & Exploration
AI-Powered Business Discoveries
Yelp Unveils a New AI Assistant and 'Project Ideas' Feature
Mixologist-Envisioned Luxury Bars
Wing Lei Bar at Wynn Palace Undergoes a Transformation
Real-Time Night Life Maps
Bardar Provides Real-Time Information on Venues and Nightlife in Sydney
AI Cocktail Assistants
Thirsty Bot Offers and At-Home Bartender Experience
Citrusy Margarita Cocktails
Hurricane Grill & Wings Has a New Millionaire Margarita Cocktail
Whimsical Booze-Free Beverages
Everything But The Booze Sells Non-Alcoholic Mocktails in Cans
TV Dinner Restaurants
TV Dinners for U Serves Meals to Enhance the Streaming Service Experience
Ready-To-Serve Cocktail Lines
Civil Pours Brings Its Product Line to Ontario's LCBO Retail Network
Friend-Finding Dinners
Timeleft Fights Big-City Loneliness by Matching Strangers for Dinner
Shakeable Canned Martinis
Served's Premium Full-Strength Cocktails Replicate Bar Quality at Home
Hospitality Worker-Supporting Initiatives
Karl Strauss Brewing Partners with Restaurants Care
Cheerful Holiday Pop-Up Bars
Ginger’s Cocktail Bar offers Torontonians a festive retreat
Fried Chicken Cocktails
Japanese Cooking Techniques Inspired Shinji’s Savory Karaage Cocktail
Culture-Fusion Restaurant Designs
Dorothée Meilichzon Designs the Henri Restaurant in a Hotel
Premixed Cocktail Advent Calendars
NIO's Advent Calendar Features Festive Bar-Quality Serves
Swedish Craft Restaurant Designs
Erik Bratsberg Designs the Persona Restaurant in Stockholm
Pie Vending Machines
Intuit QuickBooks Installed a Large-Scale Pie and Mash Dispenser
Historically Inspired Cocktail Menus
The Union Trading Co. Snapshot of the Time Menu is Evocative
Seasonal On-Tap Cocktails
The Honey Moon Cocktail Bar Introduced a Series of Seasonal Flavors
Day-Of Wedding Coordinators
Cheersy Connects Engaged Couples with Quality Event Professionals
American-Style Commercial Bar Designs
EuroBar Announced the Launch of the Sportivo Main Station
No-Code Waitlist Solutions
Waitforit.me Helps Smaller Businesses Go Right to Market
Climate-Conscious Cocktails
Fura's Journal of Future Foods Menu Explores Specific Ingredients
Online Tip Collecting
Tipsme Changes the Way Individuals and Businesses Collect Tips
High-Value Restaurant Menus
Eddie Merlot's Happy Hour and Lounge Menu is Arriving Now
Event Staffing Solutions
Updone Connects You with Top Bartenders, Servers, and Event Helpers
Personalized Mixology Apps
Sloshed Creates Cocktail Recipes Based on Ingredients You Have on Hand
Transportive Cocktail Bars
Prequel & Co. Apothecary is an Immersive and Experimental Bar
Gold Bartender Essentials Sets
The Crafthouse by Fortessa® Offers Access to Premium Tools
Hospitality Mentorship Programs
Moët Hennessy USA and Another Round Another Rally Team Up
Comprehensive Restaurant Management Solutions
TouchBistro Bolstered its Management Softwares
Artfully Balanced Cocktails
The Golden Ratio Inspired The Vesper Bar's Eterna Menu
World Wonder Menus
Natural Wonders of the World Inspired Outback Steakhouse's Great Barrier Eats
Festive Restaurant Catering Menus
The Bar Louie Seasonal Catering Specials are Arriving Now
Sake Cocktail Menus
Kioku Sake Bar's New Menu Spotlights Japan's Rich, Diverse Flavors
Miniature Martini Pairings
NYC’s The Tusk Bar Serves a Trio of Smaller Martinis with Oysters
On-Demand Distilleries
Diistil Empowers Bartenders to Create Bespoke Distillates
Snackable Martini Cocktails
Bar Valentina Serves The Snack Size Happy Hour with a “Teeny ‘Tini”