Zest's AI agent books restaurants via text
zest introduces ai-powered restaurant concierge that finds and books restaurants over text, leveraging user history and credit card data for personalized suggestions.
zest, a restaurant discovery app, introduced a new ai-powered restaurant concierge that operates within text messages, allowing users to find and book restaurants directly. the agent, accessible at (212) 470-6067, can be added to group chats to find places that suit everyone's tastes and can even settle decisions with an in-thread voting feature. zest's ai uses credit card data, imported via plaid, to track users' dining habits and make personalized recommendations. the company aims to expand beyond restaurants to offer suggestions for businesses, shopping, and more, with revenue streams from booking and ordering.