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
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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
Festively Fashionable Cafe Kitchenwares
Starbucks Holiday Drinkware Comes in Many Styles
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
Beer-Pouring Party Billboards
JUBEL Made a Billboard That Pours Pints Invites People in to Party
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
AI-Powered Bartenders
BarGPT is an AI Bartender That Creates Drinks Based on Text Prompts
AI Food Photography Apps
MenuSnap Helps Restaurants Capture, Edit & Optimize Images
Romantic Drinking Accessories
Hendrick’s & Wiederhoeft Crafted a Line of Unusual "Gintimates"
Water-Themed Cocktail Bars
The Civil Works Cocktail Bar Debuts at the Waterworks Food Hall
Product Review-Centered Campaigns
Kitchenaid's 'Love the Racks' Campaign Was Written by a Customer
At-Home Cocktail Smokers
The 'Smokpub' Electric Cocktail Smoker Has a Built-in Ignition
BYO Bottle Drink Stations
The Refilled Refiller Stations Eliminate Single-Use Packaging
Child-Friendly Service Robots
The Hyundai Next Generation Service Robot is Expressive
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
AI-Generated Cocktail Menus
The Evening Standard's New Cocktail Menu Leverages Generative AI Tools
Ready-to-Serve Canned Mocktails
Mocktails Uniquely Crafted Makes Convenient Cocktail Alternatives
Unconventional RTD Cocktails
Barcelona's Las Jelly's is Creating a New Drinking Experience
Bar-Quality Canned Cocktails
Wonderland Cocktails Launched Five New Canned Refreshments
Whimsical Pop-Up Cognac Bars
Yinka Ilori Designed an Eye-Catching Pop-Up at Selfridges
Insulated Cocktail Shakers
Yeti's Premium Cocktail Shaker Keeps Drinks Chilled to Perfection
Pop-Up Pizza Box Tables
Pizza Hut's Moving Box Table Saves People from Eating on the Floor
Ready-to-Drink Clarified Cocktails
Myatt’s Fields Created an Invisible Cocktail Range
Automated Mixologist Cocktail Makers
The Barsys 360 Smart Cocktail Makers App-Connected
AR-Suggested Cocktails
Threedium Developed 3D Cocktail Visuals for Tanqueray No.TEN
AI-Generated Cocktail Menus
Axelrad’s Humans vs. Machines Pits Bartenders Against ChatGPT
Ultra-Luxurious Bar Interiors
Ramy Fischler Designs the Cravan Cocktail Bar in Paris
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
Influencer-Crafted Gin Cocktails
These Tanqueray Gin Holiday Drinks Celebrate Canadian Traditions
Service Robot Chair Concept
Yunsoo Choi Designs an Interactive Chair Robot Concept
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
AI Job Search Tools
LIQUORexam Launched a Free AI Resume and Cover Letter Builder
Tiny Chef Dining Concepts
The JW Marriott Edmonton Ice District Has Introduced Le Petit Chef
App-Enabled Cocktail Makers
The Bartifier Cocktail Maker Offers Access to More Than 380 Recipes
Discerning Drinker Pop-Ups
Fentimans' Pop-Up Inspires People to Choose More Interesting Beverages
Storage-Equipped Restaurant Chairs
The RACK Chair Design by Zhiyuan Fang is Multifunctional
Cup-Integrated Plates
Pairingware Solves the Struggle of Eating and Drinking with One Hand
Bar-Quality Cocktail Blends
Fever-Tree Launches the Two New Cocktail Mixer Flavors
Film-Inspired Restaurant Cocktails
Bonefish Grill Offers Themed Wicked Martinis
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
Celebrity-Inspired Cocktail Menus
The Quote Book by Velvet Bar Shares Drinks Based on Icons
Beverage Dispensing Robots
Ottobot Brew is Ultra-Capable Beer Dispensing Robot
Sub-Zero Herbaceous Martinis
The Keefer Bar's Forager’s Martini is Served Icy with Pickled Veggies
Multisensory Cocktail Menus
Synaesthesia Inspired the Spectrum Cocktail Menu at Fitz’s
Automated Ice Cream Restaurants
The ColdSnap Will Be Offered in Restaurants in the Near Future
Robotic Coffee Waiters
The Second Cup Coffee Company's Mozo Robot Will Debut at its Beirut Store
Coffee-Wine Bar Hybrids
'Equal Parts' Opens Down the Road From its Sister Restaurant
Party-Ready Mini Cocktails
The Drinks Bureau Makes Fun, Playful 10% ABV Cocktails in 150ml Cans
RTD No-Alcohol Cocktails
!MPROV Booze-Free Cocktails Take the Work Out of Mixing Quality Drinks
Stackable Bottled Cocktails
BLOC's Experimental Cocktails are Packaged in a Convenient Size
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
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
Cheeky Martini Ads
Grey Goose's Classic Martini Cocktail Ad Pokes Fun at Celeb Creative Directors
Pop-Up Dining Experiences
Japanese Ski Resort Welcomes Alpine Cocktail Bar and Restaurant
Self-Ordering Table Systems
GoTab Launches the Self-Ordering Kiosks for Table Service Businesses
Early Retirement Communities
The Cantinas by Taco Bell Invites Young Adults to Live Like Retirees
Mixologist-Grade Canned Cocktails
be. Canned Cocktails Come in Five Flavors
AI-Powered Cocktail Subscriptions
The Barsys Subscription Box Service is Debuting at CES 2024
Month-Long Martini Events
Tanqueray's Fancy Hour Spotlights Martinis as the Perfect Summer Sipper
Adaptive Touchscreen Workspace Designs
The Take a Rest System be Vestel has Transformative Detail
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
Bourbon-Specific Snacks
The Sweetery's Bourbon Buddies Enhance the Drinking Experience
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
Themed Party Generators
Drizly's Party Theme Generator 3000 Helps with Hosting Themed Parties
AI Party Planning Assistants
PartyKit Ensures The Little Details are Taken Care of
Indulgent Dessert Cocktails
Bardinet Inspirations Recreates the Flavors of French Desserts
Versatile RTD Cocktails
Diageo Debuts a Ready-to-Drink Cocktail Line Called The Cockail Collection
Robotic Beverage Machines
FrazyBot is Coming to CES 2024 to Simplify Specialty Drinks at Home
Non-Alcoholic Beer Cocktails
Talon & Tinnie Reinvents the Traditional Boilermaker for Dry January
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
Branded Ready-to-Pour Cocktails
These Diageo Ready-to-Serve Cocktails Come in Three Options
Non-Alcoholic Discovery Apps
The NA Drink Locator App Maps Alcohol-Free Options
Automated Beverage Dispensing Solutions
Backbar Offers Automated Dispenser for Multiple Beverages
Intimate Warm Interior Restaurants
Ménard Dworkind Designs the Intimate Casavant Restaurant
Spring-Ready RTD Cocktails
Greenbar Distillery Offers Up Non-Alcoholic and Alcoholic Cocktails
Canned Booze-Free Cocktails
IMPROV is a Non-Alcoholic Beverage Revolutionizing Social Drinking
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
AI Restaurant Ordering Services
ConverseNow Unveils Advanced AI Ordering for Restaurants
Employee-Facing Automation Technology
Starbucks' Siren Craft System Improves Customer Service
Regional 1930s-Inspired Pizzas
Pizza Hut Chicago Tavern-Style Pizza Has a Cracker-Thin Crust
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
Dynamic Curved Bottle Openers
Leemok Studio Designs the SImplistic Dancing Opener
Nostalgic Holiday Cocktail Menus
TGI Fridays' Claus for Celebration Revives 80s & 90s Cocktails
Social Connection Campaigns
Beavertown Brewery's Is This Seat Taken? Campaign Unites Strangers
Custom Apron-Wearing Tumblers
Starbucks Japan Drops the My Custom Stainless Steel Bottle Barista
Bar-Quality Canned Cocktails
The Wonderland Canned Cocktails from BrewDog Come in Five Flavors
Savory Cocktail Dips
An Elegant Bar Order Inspired Chelsea Living Room's Dirty Martini Dip
AI-Powered Business Discoveries
Yelp Unveils a New AI Assistant and 'Project Ideas' Feature
Imaginative Cocktail Menus
Dean & Nancy on 22's World of Dreams Menu Evokes Wonder & Exploration
Spiced Pumpkin Martinis
The Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini is an Exclusive Starbucks Reserve Treat
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
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
Hungover Diner Discounts
Burger King's Facial Recognition Gives Discounts to Hungover Customers
Festive Cocktail Concierges
The Cutwater Holiday Concierge Supports Seamless Seasonal Entertaining
Friend-Finding Dinners
Timeleft Fights Big-City Loneliness by Matching Strangers for Dinner
AI-Powered Employee Assistants
SoundHound Employee Assist Provides in-the-Moment Guidance
Culture-Fusion Restaurant Designs
Dorothée Meilichzon Designs the Henri Restaurant in a Hotel
Pocket Concierge Apps
The Scene Matches Users to Restaurants, Bars, Clubs & Cafes
Holiday-Ready Whisky Cocktails
Grant's Whisky Introduces Tailored Cocktails for the Holiday Season
Swedish Craft Restaurant Designs
Erik Bratsberg Designs the Persona Restaurant in Stockholm
Bar Cart Mascots
Tito's New Ad Series Features an Anthropomorphic Bar Cart with Mixology Skills
Cheese-Themed Entertaining Guides
'That Cheese Plate Wants to Party' Inspires Tasty Creations
Premixed Cocktail Advent Calendars
NIO's Advent Calendar Features Festive Bar-Quality Serves
Tip-Enabling App Features
Zomato is Launching a New Feature that Lets Customers Tip Kitchen Staff
Musically Inspired Cocktail Menus
Hacha’s Cymatics Menu Influences Flavor with Sound Waves & More
No-Code Waitlist Solutions
Waitforit.me Helps Smaller Businesses Go Right to Market
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
Pho-Inspired Cocktails
Pho Get About It is Garnished with Thai Basil and Bean Sprouts
Cocktail-Inspired Togetherness Activations
Smirnoff's Global Connectivity Initiative Launched
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
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
On-Demand Distilleries
Diistil Empowers Bartenders to Create Bespoke Distillates
Miniature Martini Pairings
NYC’s The Tusk Bar Serves a Trio of Smaller Martinis with Oysters
Renovated Vegas Food Halls
Canteen Food Hall at the Rio Hotel & Casino Replaces the Buffet
Comprehensive Restaurant Overview Apps
Toast Debuts a Digital App to Manage Restaurant Operations
Natural Whiskey Refreshment Flavorings
The Synergy Flavors Whiskey Flavor Range is Versatile
Snackable Martini Cocktails
Bar Valentina Serves The Snack Size Happy Hour with a “Teeny ‘Tini”