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Restaurant AI

Matt Wampler
Artificial Intelligence
AI In Restaurants
Restaurant Operations
Restaurant Industry
Restaurant Management
Demand Forecasting
AI In Marketing
Customer Experience
Customer Engagement
Digital Transformation
Data Management
Data Analytics
Personalization
Women In Marketing
Technology Integration
Technology In Hospitality
Inventory Management
Cogs-Well
Data Accuracy
Kiosks

Restaurant AI with Matt Wampler is your weekly deep dive into the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence and its transformative impact on the restaurant and hospitality industry. Hosted by tech entrepreneur and industry insider Matt Wampler, this podcast explores how AI is reshaping everything from kitchen operations and customer service to marketing, labor management, and the guest exp... more

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In this special episode of the Restaurant AI Podcast, Matt Wampler sits down with Shawn Walchef, founder of Cali BBQ and Cali BBQ Media, fresh off the floor of NRA 2026 in Chicago. They break down what the show actually looked like this year, why con... more

In this episode of the Restaurant AI Podcast, Matt Wampler sits down with David Corts, CEO of Fresh Technology, the company behind Fresh KDS. David spent 25 years in enterprise software watching digital transformations unfold across media, e-commerce... more

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In this episode of the Restaurant AI Podcast, host Matt Wampler, Co-Founder and CEO of ClearCOGS, sits down with Deborah Matteliano, Global Head of Restaurants and Food Tech at AWS. A founding member of the Uber Eats sales organization who scaled the... more

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In this episode of the Restaurant AI Podcast, host Matt Wampler, Co-Founder and CEO of ClearCOGS, sits down with Toby Malbec, a 30+ year restaurant technology veteran who has led technology strategy for brands including Church's Texas Chicken, Subway... more

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Recent Guests

Tim Martin
Owner of BoxBox and an early adopter of AI in restaurant operations
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Maria Zhang
CTO at Polona, former engineering leadership at Google, Meta, and Microsoft
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Episode: Maria Zhang: Building Empathetic AI for the Hospitality Industry | 2025 Create Conference
Avi Goren
Co-founder and CEO of Marqii, focusing on online visibility for restaurants.
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Episode: Avi Goren: AI, Authenticity and How Restaurants Get Found Online
Jake Williamson
Professional driver and co-founder of GP Lab Motorsports
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Episode: Jacob Williamson: Racing, Data and the Human Edge in the Age of AI
Bill Lindsey
Partner and co-founder of COGS-Well, with 50 years of experience in the restaurant and hospitality industry
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Episode: Bill Lindsey on 50 Years of Restaurant Tech, Casino Lessons, and AI’s Next Chapter
Joe Guszkowski
Senior Editor at Restaurant Business, covering the intersection of technology and restaurants
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Episode: Joe Guszkowski on Cutting Through AI Hype and Finding Real Value for Restaurants
Troy Hooper
CEO of Pepper Lunch USA and restaurant executive with over 30 years of experience in hospitality.
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Episode: Troy Hooper on Scaling Pepper Lunch and Staying Authentic in Hospitality
Campbell Brown
CEO and co-founder of PredictHQ
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Episode: PredictHQ Co-Founder Campbell Brown on Forecasting the Future of Restaurant Demand
Carl Orsbourn
Best-selling author, operator, and a leading voice in shaping the digital future of restaurants.
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Episode: Carl Orsbourn: Navigating the Restaurant Tech Revolution

Host

Matt Wampler
Host of Restaurant AI

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 9 ratings
  • Must-listen

    Great interviews especially if you’re in the restaurant industry.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tungsten210
    United States10 months ago
  • Matt’s a Great Interviewer

    Great insights from Matt & guests. Always learn a ton.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Schinske123
    United States10 months ago
  • Great Show ❤️

    I might be a little biased, but great show! :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Matt Wampler
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The host asks sharp, practical questions
Great interviews for anyone in the restaurant space
High-quality guests and insights for operators and marketers
Energetic and knowledgeable host with strong interview presence

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Talking Points

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Rob Wilder - From Founding Restaurants to Funding Innovation and Feeding the World
Q: What advice do you have for silent partners in a restaurant?
I think that very flexible mentality, always being a good listener and being willing to evolve your role is key.
Rob Wilder - From Founding Restaurants to Funding Innovation and Feeding the World
Q: What does the Jose Andres Group look like today?
We're sort of a food creativity company that finds outlets in all kinds of restaurants.
Rob Wilder - From Founding Restaurants to Funding Innovation and Feeding the World
Q: What was it like when you got your first Michelin star?
It was a double celebration because it was not only recognition of the mini bar, but it was also Washington DC's debut in the Michelin Guide.
Wow Bao CEO Geoff Alexander on Turning a Struggling Fast Casual into a National Powerhouse
Q: What advice would you give to restaurant operators taking over a struggling restaurant?
Stay focused on your goals and take learnings from every experiment, adjusting your approach as needed.
Maria Zhang: Building Empathetic AI for the Hospitality Industry | 2025 Create Conference
Q: How do you think about building a product today in a world that the infrastructure is changing so much?
We maintain agility and have infrastructure to keep up with technological evolution through multi-modal solutions.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Restaurant AI

What is Restaurant AI about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A weekly show exploring how artificial intelligence is reshaping restaurants and hospitality, with a focus on practical use cases, operations, and the guest experience. Episodes routinely cover AI-powered kitchen tooling, online ordering, marketing, and data-driven decision making, often featuring founders, operators, and technology leaders who are applying AI to improve efficiency, personalization, and profitability. A standout thread across episodes is the balance between automation and authentic human service, plus the emphasis on reliable digital foundations like accurate listings and analytics to drive growth. This mix makes it valuable for operators evaluating tech investments, marketers seeking AI-enabled strategies, and tech leaders... more

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1. Tim Martin
2. Maria Zhang
3. Avi Goren
4. Jake Williamson
5. Bill Lindsey
6. Joe Guszkowski
7. Troy Hooper
8. Campbell Brown

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