Top 10 Restaurant Technology Episodes of 2025: Insights and Innovations

Top 10 Restaurant Technology Episodes of 2025: Insights and Innovations

Author: Restaurant Technology Guys Podcast, sponsored by Custom Business Solutions December 29, 2025 Duration: 37:06

In this episode, we highlight the top 10 most loved and impactful episodes of 2025, based on both personal enjoyment and audience engagement on YouTube and audio podcasts. Featuring industry experts and groundbreaking companies, we discuss technological advancements and strategic insights in the restaurant industry. Highlights include Bill Lindsay from Cogswell on AI-driven inventory management, EveryBite's smart menu technology for dietary preferences, House of Giants' digital ordering innovations, and more. The episode celebrates the successes of 2025 and looks forward to more exciting content and innovations in 2026, encouraging listeners to subscribe and suggest future guests.

00:00 Introduction and Overview

00:52 Episode 1: Bill Lindsay from Cogswell

04:42 Episode 2: EveryBite's Innovative Solution

07:52 Episode 3: House of Giants' Digital Transformation

10:45 Episode 4: Matt's Human-Centric Leadership

13:44 Episode 5: Mellow Mushroom's Guest Experience

16:49 Episode 6: Poke Works' Hawaiian Cuisine

19:16 Launching Hawaiian Hot Plates

19:29 Explosive Growth of Rewards Program

20:21 Pollo Campero's US Expansion

23:21 RTI's Energy Management Innovations

26:30 TechRyde's Seamless Integration

29:57 Wisetail's Learning Management

33:48 Wisk's Inventory Management Solutions

36:23 Conclusion and Future Episodes


Ever feel like the tech in your restaurant is more of a headache than a help? You’re not alone. The Restaurant Technology Guys Podcast brought to you by Custom Business Solutions cuts through the noise, offering real talk from people who’ve been in the trenches. Host Jeremy brings a lifetime of perspective-his family founded Custom Business Solutions, and he spent school vacations soldering components, giving him a unique, ground-up understanding of the systems that keep dining rooms and kitchens humming. This isn’t abstract theory; it’s practical knowledge forged from years of combined hands-on experience in implementation, marketing, and daily operations. Each episode feels like a conversation with a trusted advisor, breaking down complex topics into actionable advice you can use immediately. Whether it’s navigating a new point-of-sale rollout, understanding how to leverage data, or simply making your current tech stack work harder for you, this podcast provides clarity. Tune in for straightforward discussions that focus on one core goal: using technology to run your business more smoothly and profitably. It’s a resource built on genuine expertise, designed specifically for owners and operators who need reliable solutions, not just flashy trends.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

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Podcast Episodes
Turning One-Time Visits Into Loyalty: Guestologie’s Ryan [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:59
00:00 Introduction to Ryan Volberg and His Journey02:48 The Evolution of Restaurant Technology05:49 The Concept of Daily Pay for Hospitality Workers08:25 Introducing Guestology: A New Approach to Guest Engagement11:05 Un…
How AI Is Transforming Drive-Thru Performance — Eric Lam [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:18
Chapters00:00 Introduction to Berry AI and Eric Lam02:41 Understanding AI in QSR: The Role of Berry AI04:20 The Importance of Speed of Service in Drive-Throughs07:15 Traditional Methods vs. Computer Vision in QSR13:40 Op…
Five Rules of Leadership in Grocery Retail — Steve Black [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:44
00:00 Introduction to Steve Black and His Journey02:48 The Five Rules of Leadership05:43 The Importance of People in Business08:15 Inception of the Five Rules10:57 Rule One: Do Your Job13:42 Rule Two: Be Kind16:32 The Im…
Superfood Bowls at Scale — Jeff Finster [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:45
00:00 Introduction to Entrepreneurship and Background03:46 The Birth of Everbowl and Business Philosophy06:24 Understanding Acai and Its Nutritional Value09:16 Everbowl's Unique Concept and Offerings12:00 Community Engag…
IoT in Food Service: Connected Restaurant Ops — Jay Fiske [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:12
00:00 Introduction to Restaurant Technology and Innovations03:00 The Evolution of the Internet of Things in Food Service05:32 Proactive Maintenance and Efficiency in Operations08:17 Data-Driven Decision Making and Overco…
Restaurant Oil Management, Rethought — Chris Hellmann [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:56
00:00 Introduction to Chris Hellmann and His Background03:57 Chris's Journey at Coca-Cola11:18 Transition to Restaurant Technologies, Inc. (RTI)15:53 Value Proposition of RTI for Consumers and Operators22:52 Insights and…
How Dog Haus Redefined the Franchise Model — Michael Montagano [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:07
00:00 Introduction to Dog Haus and Its Vision03:13 The Unique Concept of Dog Haus10:44 Growth Strategy and Unit Economics18:37 International Expansion Plans22:36 Balancing On-Premise and Off-Premise Sales28:57 Attracting…
Teriyaki Madness on Restaurant Tech — Aunna Macias [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:30
00:00 Introduction to Teriyaki Madness and Aunna Macias02:05 Growth and Expansion of Teriyaki Madness03:45 Philosophy of Technology Adoption in Franchising06:33 Franchisee Feedback and Tech Adoption08:37 Balancing Contro…
The Phone Is Costing You Thousands: AI Voice — Christian Wiens [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:28
00:00 Introduction to Loman AI and Its Mission02:07 Christian's Journey in the Restaurant Industry06:24 Understanding Voice Ordering AI09:44 The Evolution of AI in Restaurant Tech12:55 The Benefits of Loman AI for Restau…
How Handel’s Ice Cream Stays Fresh — Jennifer Schuler [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:54
00:00 Introduction to Handel’s Ice Cream and Its Legacy02:55 Craftsmanship and Freshness in Ice Cream Making05:34 Community Engagement and Customer Experience08:30 Store Formats and Customer Interaction11:25 Flavor Selec…