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United States
In the Know: CaliBurger opens at University Village with robots flipping, frying
Dec 2019
"The tech-heavy chain is the brainchild of John Miller, who had no comment on dating a celebrity girlfriend, actress Jennifer Garner, but plenty to say about the umbrella of companies surrounding CaliBurger."
United States
California burger chain makes Florida debut
Nov 2019
“We’re excited to bring this innovation to the marketplace,” Frederic says in the statement. “And our employees are getting first-hand experience working with robotic technology to prepare them for a future of high-level tech in the workplace. It’s a really cool opportunity.”
United States
In-N-Out inspired Caliburger to open first Florida location in Fort Myers area
Nov 2019
"The high-tech restaurant, known for its android-like ordering stations and a burger-flipping robot named Flippy, is slated to open at University Village Shops near Florida Gulf Coast University in Estero by fall. It will be the first Caliburger in the southeastern United States. "
United States
Pasadena’s Inventive Robot-Chef Caliburger Restaurant Opens Second Location
Nov 2019
"Caliburger 2.0 will feature a new menu that incorporates the best products from CaliBurger in the Washington DC market, and the Kitchen Lab in Pasadena, a report in Total Food Service Friday said."
United States
Cali Group Unveils CaliBurger 2.0 with Flippy
Nov 2019
"The new CaliBurger 2.0 menu includes the Santa Monica Burger, Malibu BLT Burger and Beyond Cali, a 100% Vegan interpretation of the CaliDouble. CaliBurger is also unveiling its Crispy K-Town Chicken Sandwich with Asian slaw and spicy Gochujang sauce."
United States
Short of Workers, Fast-Food Restaurants Turn to Robots
Jun 2018
"CaliBurger doesn't intend to kick humans to the curb as a result. Flipy will handle groundwork, freeing employees to tidy the dining rooms and drinks, less arduous work that might make it easier to recruit and retain workers."Short of Workers, Fast-Food Restaurants Turn to Robots
United States
Flippy’s Back and Apparently Even Better
May 2018
Flippy came back quietly early in May and has since been serving seven days a week, at three hours a day, a USA Today report said Monday.
United States
The robot chef that can flip 300 burgers a day: 'Flippy' returns to work at a Californian fast food chain after being re-trained to work with humans
May 2018
David Zito from Miso Robotics says he has got the robot to work better, although it still requires human help to work properly.
United States
Newsbyte: That flipping robot is back at CaliBurger!
May 2018
“Now he sees better,” explained Zito, and it appears that CaliBurger is once again running smoothly.
United States
The Most Promising Companies in Robotics Engineering
May 2018
Miso has designed a burger-flipping robot that goes by the incredibly appropriate name Flippy.
United States
Burger-Flipping Robot Is Back And Now ‘Moves Like A Ninja’
May 2018
Miso Robotics sold burger chain CaliBurger on the idea of replacing its kitchen staff with the patty-flipping robots in 2017. “We really think of ourselves as a technology company that happens to sell cheeseburgers,” CaliBurger founder John Miller said at the time.
United States
Rethinking restaurants
May 2018
Cutting-edge concepts on display at the 2018 NRA Show, held May 19-22 in Chicago, demonstrated the latest advancements in restaurant technology. Cali Group, a retail technology holding company, is testing various innovations at CaliBurger restaurant in Pasadena, California, including a burger-flipping robot and self-order kiosks with facial recognition capabilities.
United States
Hamburger-making robot Flippy is back serving 300 burgers a day at Calif. chain
May 2018
"Now he moves like a ninja and is more reliable," says David Zito, the CEO of Miso Robotics, which created Flippy.
United States
Flippy the robot's burgers may be better than yours
May 2018
Watch the video!
United States
Hospitality Technology Launches Restaurant Leadership & Insight Council Sponsored by HotSchedules
May 2018
"IT executives from Five Guys, Le Duff, and Caliburger join the new council to discuss how next generation technology solutions can solve common operational challenges."
United States
3 Ways Retailers Can Use Facial Recognition To Create Better Experiences
Mar 2018
The California eatery CaliBurger, for example, is linking facial recognition to its loyalty program, a relatively safe bet since loyalty members have agreed to share personal data with the brand.
United States
California burger chain lets customers pay with their faces
Jan 2018
"We're launching face pay in our self ordering kiosk. You're actually paying with your face when you check out with your order," said Rochow. CaliBurger teamed up with NEC facial recognition company to pilot the program.
United States
Flippy, the hamburger cooking robot, gets its first restaurant gig
Sep 2017
Today at Disrupt SF, we got our first look at Flippy in its final form. Miso Robotics has been showing off its burger-flipping “robotic kitchen assistant” for several months now, but today’s food robotics panel marks the first time we’ve actually seen it put to work in a real-world kitchen.
United States
Caliburger’s CEO offers vision for automated restaurants
Aug 2017
Caliburger has gained a lot of attention for its use of a kitchen robot called "Flippy," created by Miso Robotics. It performs many of the manual cooking tasks like flipping burgers on a grill and will eventually learn a variety of other tasks, including prepping and cutting vegetables, Miller said.
United States
Hungry? There’s a robot for that at TC Disrupt SF
Jul 2017
While Flippy + CaliBurger is the company’s first installment, the potential for this type of programmed kitchen assistant is massive. There are plenty of jobs in a kitchen that are both tedious and dangerous, and Miso aims to fill that role.
United States
Robot or Cobot? Companies Taking Varying Paths As Food Robots Reach Viability
Jul 2017
Flippy is scheduled to be implemented in 2018 by CaliBurger, a chain with locations in California, Washington State, Washington D.C., Canada, Mexico, China, Kuwait, Malaysia and other spots around the world. The first implementation of Flippy with be at a CaliBurger outlet in Los Angeles.
United States
CaliBurger to use robot to flip burgers
Jul 2017
Developed by Pasadena-based Miso Robotics, Flippy will roll out in early 2018, deploying to more than 50 CaliBurger restaurants by the end of 2019. The chain has locations in 14 countries worldwide.
United States
CaliBurger opens in Annapolis with a plan to wipe out school cafeteria debt
Jul 2017
The franchisers for CaliBurger in Maryland, the couple is raising money at their new Annapolis location this summer to pay the $20,000. "We wanted to give back to a charity that actually helps people. My wife and I both went to public school and excelled in public school," he said..
United States
Miso Robotics is bringing artificial intelligence to restaurants.
Jul 2017
Miso Robotics recently raised $3.1 million in a funding round led by patent services firm Acacia Research, a relatively new fund called Match Robotics VC, and earlier investors including the restaurant chain CaliBurger.
United States
Machines for hire - Robots join the foodservice workforce in a wide range of applications
May 2017
“We believe that Flippy will improve the daily working life of our kitchen staff, thus helping retain talent and reducing labor costs of having to potentially replace hard workers,” (John) Miller said.
United States
“California-style burgers” available via delivery starting Tuesday
Mar 2017
On Tuesday, March 14, CaliBurger will launch delivery of its California-style burgers to customers in the D.C. metro area. The delivery program launches from Union Kitchen in Ivy City (1369 New York Avenue NE) and is the first step in the brand’s plans to open multiple neighborhood storefronts around the region later this year. The menu is centered around the style of burger popular in Southern California for decades – thin fresh beef patties piled high with crisp vegetables on a grilled bun, served with fresh cut fries and handspun ice cream shakes.
United States
Flippy The $0-An-Hour Burger Flipper Is How To Make Fast Food Wages $15 An Hour
Mar 2017
Some cooks in some types of restaurants will be out, yes. But think about what is is that we know about wages and labor. More productive labour gets paid more.
United States
Rise of the Machines: A Burger Flipping Robot Is About To Start Work at a Fast Food Chain
Mar 2017
Created by Miso Robotics, “Flippy” is billed as an even better alternative to using a lowly human being to upend burger patties in your commercial kitchen. According to a promotional video, “Flippy cooks burgers perfectly – every time,” implying whoever fast food joints have in their kitchens now are achieving less than perfection.
United States
Meet Flippy, a burger-grilling robot from Miso Robotics and CaliBurger
Mar 2017
Miso Robotics CEO and co-founder David Zito said, “We focus on using AI and automation to solve the high pain points in restaurants and food prep. That’s the dull, dirty and dangerous work around the grill, the fryer, and other prep work like chopping onions. The idea is to help restaurants improve food quality and safety without requiring a major kitchen redesign.”
Canada
Vancouverite is winning intense international mobile gaming tournament
Nov 2016
"Vancouver is taking its place as a leader on the mobile gaming stage, as one local has achieved first place in the world-wide CaliBurger GemJump Tournament."
United Arab Emirates
CaliBurger - Play For a Chance to Win $10,000 While Eating Fabulous Burgers
Oct 2016
"A trip down to CaliBurger will not only satisfy your burger cravings but will also give you a chance to win Cash Prize worth $10,000, iPads and more for Top Five Winners of Newly Released Mobile Game of Skill."
Malaysia
CaliBurger Sponsors International Mobile Gaming Tournament: RM40,000 Grand Prize Up for Grab
Oct 2016
"...CaliBurger is calling all Malaysian mobile gaming enthusiasts! CaliBurger, a classic American burger joint, is sponsoring a global tournament based on the exciting new mobile game called GemJump. One grand prize winner from any part of the world will walk away with USD $10,000..."
Philippines
Gameplay at Caliburger Gemjump App: A Week After
Oct 2016
This blog is quite happy with the ongoing collaboration with Caliburger for their ongoing worldwide app game challenge called Gemjump.
Malaysia
CaliBurger™ Sponsors International Mobile Gaming Tournament with RM40,000 Grand Prize Giveaway!!!
Oct 2016
"One grand prize winner from any part of the world will walk away with USD $10,000. All you need to do is dine at any Caliburger outlets in Malaysia and join in the gaming fun."
United Arab Emirates
Caliburger, Jumeirah - markmyworld.me
Oct 2016
There is also a huge screen on the left showing the leaderboard of Gem Jump, a game that you can download and play on your phone and can simultaneously be played on the big screen. I tried it and I enjoyed myself like a kid on Christmas trying out a gaming console for the first time.
Canada
RESTAURANT REVIEW: CALIBURGER
Aug 2016
I really enjoyed the Calidouble burger, and I’m already jonesing for another. I get the feeling it won’t be long before I’m eating one again. I’m definitely glad it’s the chain we got in Vancouver.
United States
This Burger Chain Might Look Like In-N-Out, But It’s Not
Jun 2016
This is not a picture of In-N-Out. It’s Caliburger, a fast-casual chain that’s been franchised across Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. This week, it soft-launched its third domestic store in Pasadena, California, three miles away from its muse.
United States
Former In-N-Out Knockoff CaliBurger Goes Hi-Tech In Pasadena
Jun 2016
Pasadena—the home of the cheeseburger—will now be getting a brand new tenant that might feel a little familiar.
Canada
A Look Inside Vancouver’s Very First CaliBurger
Jun 2016
“I’m excited to be opening Western Canada’s first CaliBurger location in my hometown,” says Vancouver franchisee Reyaz A. Kassamali...
United States
This International In-N-Out Knockoff Coming to L.A. Actually Looks Awesome
May 2016
Here’s the most intriguing thing: CaliBurger actually seems to have made some improvements to In-N-Out’s intentionally luddite formula (in theory at least).
United States
Sneak peek inside Vancouver’s first Caliburger
May 2016
"Other state-of-the-art technologies that can be found at the eatery include a high-tech Coca-Cola machine that can scan QR codes from a smartphone app to pour pre-mixed drinks; wireless table chargers and charging adapters; and an interactive nine-foot tall video wall."
United States
CaliBurger: Classic California-styled burger joint comes to Columbia, Maryland
May 2016
The internationally acclaimed restaurant chain will open its third North American store in Columbia, this coming Monday, May 16. Diners may find CaliBurger at The Metropolitan, situated at 10000 Town Center Avenue, just across the street from the Columbia Mall.
Canada
Games and Munchies: CaliBurger Comes to Canada via Waterloo
Mar 2016
CaliBurger seems perfectly situated to serve fresh, made-to-order “California style” hamburgers, freshly cut French fries and hand-made milkshakes. Now, add to that the unique gaming and technology aspect of the restaurant, and the location near Wilfrid Laurier University in high-tech Waterloo makes even better business sense.
Canada
First Canadian CaliBurger location opens in Waterloo
Mar 2016
The restaurant features wireless charging stations and a video wall where customers can engage in interactive gaming experiences. “We have an interactive ‘funwall’ that guests can interact with while they dine. They can play games via the app and challenge each other..."
Canada
CaliBurger’s the new kid in town
Mar 2016
"A nice burger when you’re a little hungover or haven’t gotten enough sleep is the perfect meal to usher you into your midday nap. At least, that was my plan as I walked over to University Commons Plaza, right across from Wilfrid Laurier University. Ironically, the first ever CaliBurger in Canada has taken the place of what was formerly “Runner’s Choice,” a symbolic reminder I’d spent more time on the north side of University and King eating rather than in the gym running."
United States
Burger Revolution: 8 Seattle Burgers You Need to Be Eating Right Now
Feb 2016
"This quick-serve burger spot opened its first stateside store in Seattle in October and lines were soon forming down the street in the U-District. Go here to play Minecraft on a giant screen, grab a bourbon-spiked shake and indulge in In-N-Out-style burgers (the store even has its own Animal-Style, called Cali-Style). Big props to CaliBurger for having a chicken sandwich on the menu, although it’s tough to pass up the Cali Double".
Canada
CaliBurger combines burgers with interactive gaming
Feb 2016
CaliBurger is moving into Canada with the tagline: “We’re a technology company that happens to sell really great burgers.” While burgers are always a draw, franchise partner Pete Crouse said a big part of the brand focuses on customer experience, specifically with technology.
United States
Can CaliBurger Really Take On In-N-Out?
Feb 2016
Every few years, a rumor circulates that In-N-Out is coming to Seattle, whipping fervent fans into a hysteria before it proves untrue and fizzles out. But in October 2015, local burger obsessives caught a break.
United States
CaliBurger makes list of 16 Burger Concepts to Watch in 2016
Dec 2015
For the sixth year, BurgerBusiness.com offers a list of expanding burger concepts to watch in the year ahead.
United States
Will CaliBurger be the Pacific Northwest's In-N-Out?
Oct 2015
Like transplants from San Francisco, CaliBurger has also decided to make Seattle its tech-savvy home — its first U.S. home at all to be exact.
United States
5 ways CaliBurger is better than In-N-Out
Oct 2015
Seattle's got the first CaliBurger in the United States. Here's why we're lucky.
United States
Inside CaliBurger: New In-N-Out-like burger shop lets people play Minecraft against each other
Oct 2015
Another new restaurant is opening in Seattle — this one, though, features wireless charging tables, mobile ordering, and lets customers compete in multiplayer Minecraft games on a giant mounted screen.
United States
New In-N-Out-like burger shop in Seattle features multiplayer Minecraft, wireless chargers
Oct 2015
CaliBurger is set to open its first North America location just west of the University of Washington campus on “The Ave” this month. The fast-casual restaurant, which serves burgers that will remind many Americans of
Hong Kong
The Best Classic Burgers in the Finance Capitals of the World
May 2015
Caliburger: A leader in the fast-casual department for its combination of flavor and price
China/Taiwan
7 Reasons Why CaliBurger’s New Taipei Store Is WAY Better Than McDonalds
Apr 2015
You might’ve already heard the buzz, a California-style burger joint—with a similar feel to a certain West Coast favorite that shall not be named—has opened up in East District. CaliBurger is an international fast food chain, but this Taipei branch sure isn’t anything like other popular brands such as McDonalds or MOS Burger
United Arab Emirates
Review: CaliBurger's Amazing Barbecue Chicken Sandwich!
Dec 2014
Hailed as being one of the best burgers you can get your hands on in Tinseltown, trumping the In-N-Out version that celebs including Katy Perry and David Beckham can’t get enough of, we’ve used our connections to get this top-secret recipe especially for you
United Arab Emirates
Dubai's Hottest New Restaurant Openings
Nov 2014
We’re not short of burger joints in the UAE, but this newly opened haunt has been hailed as being even better than the In-N-Out burger that celebs like Katy Perry can't get enough of
Philippines
CaliBurger: In-N-Out Inspired in Metro Manila (Century City Mall and Timog Ave)
Jul 2014
Check out this review on CaliBurger from TSINOY FOODIES.
China/Taiwan
New Restaurant: CaliBurger Shenzhen
Jul 2014
Hailing from sunny California, Caliburger has brought its West Coast style to Houhai metro station, giving burger gourmands the chance to chomp their gnashers around a classic combo of beef and fries
Philippines
CaliBurger: Chow Down on Fresh Food in the Heart of Quezon City
Jul 2014
When in Manila, you probably get the munchies now and again; and if you’re anything like me, there are times when the munchies just cannot be satisfied by anything else other than a big, juicy burger.
Hong Kong
CaliBurger is Bloomberg Global Top Five in Hong Kong
Jul 2014
Bloomberg Brief says CaliBurger has "Rocking Burgers"
Philippines
CaliBurger Philippines: Bringing the Social Burger Vibe Here in Manila
Feb 2014
Hailed as the “Doppelganger of the In-N-Out Burger” brand, CaliBurger is an American based corporation with no branches in the United States (yet), that’s rapidly expanding to around 50 restaurant branches across China starting at Dalian. CaliBurger’s first branch was in Shanghai, though not “technically”. With branches in Hong Kong, Shanghai (and coming soon in Los Angeles, Kuwait, Stockholm, London and Washington D.C.), CaliBurger has now arrived here in Manila, Philippines
United States
CaliBurger: The 'In-N-Out-Inspired' Burger Joing Coming to D.C.
Feb 2014
The chain, which has three corporate locations in mainland China and franchised locations in Hong Kong, the Philippines and the Middle East, announced last week that it will center its U.S. operations in the Washington region after raising funding from two venture capital firms
Hong Kong
CaliBurger in 48 Hours Magazine November Publication
Nov 2013
“CaliBurger, often compared with fellow California burger joint In-N-Out, opened its first branch in Hong Kong in September. It’s a nice option for the growing clan of health-conscious diners, as it boasts the use of fresh ingredients and zero trans-fat oils…”
Hong Kong
Introducing CaliBurger! Is This HK's Best Burger?
Sep 2013
CaliBurger! The burger that tastes great and you immediately begin planning your next trip back!
Hong Kong
CaliBurger (Hong Kong) - Newly Opened in Hong Kong!
Sep 2013
As Hong Kong is becoming increasingly health-conscious, CaliBurger is heading in the right direction by emphasizing the use of fresh, top-shelf ingredients
China/Taiwan
CaliBurger's Quest for World Burger Domination
Aug 2013
While this new location represents the company’s first flagship store in Shanghai, they are hopeful that in a few years this type of CaliBurger will be found around the world.
Hong Kong
CaliBurger Headed to Hong Kong
Apr 2013
"The California burger restaurant is set to take over the Asian region, with a store opening in Hong Kong this year... Many have likened the restaurant and its food to the famous Californian burger joint, In-N-Out."
United States
Staying Ahead of Copy Cats
Mar 2012
"Like In-N-Out, CaliBurger's brand identity is based on serving quality ingredients" - QSR
China/Taiwan
Time Out Shanghai Review
Feb 2012
"Californian John Miller, one of six international investors in CaliBurger, says he saw a need for healthier fast food options during his many visits to China."
United States
LA Times Review
Feb 2012
"Still, CaliBurger has made some tweaks to the In-N-Out formula that even some Southern California die-hards might find an improvement on the original: booze and babes. [CaliBurger] serves California wine as well as vanilla shakes spiked with bourbon. And it's mascots are leggy, mostly Western models "as golden as the California sun."
China/Taiwan
CaliBurger Introduces Set Meals
Feb 2012
"The newly-opened burger joint, which we wrote about in detail here, has responded to customer feedback concerning their pricing by introducing a meal deal menu alongside their standalone burgers."
China/Taiwan
In The Kitchen with the Cali Girls
Jan 2012
"CaliBurger is an exciting new hamburger restaurant that features fresh, made-to-order, California-style burgers!"
Press Releases
Oct 2019
Cali Group Unveils CaliBurger 2.0
"Cali Group Technology Companies Provide Revolutionary Restaurant Experience For CaliBurger Guests"
Jun 2018
Flippy To Begin Working Full Day Shifts At CaliBurger
Since Flippy was first piloted in March, it has cooked thousands of burger patties cooked consistently for customers. Based on the success of this first commercial program, CaliBurger will begin deploying Flippy at additional CaliBurger locations later this year and plans to install Flippy in most of its domestic locations by the end of 2019.
Feb 2018
CALI GROUP'S RESTAURANT OPERATING SUBSIDIARY ANNOUNCES GLOBAL EXPANSION PLAN FOR 2018
"Every new CaliBurger restaurant is being designed with an eye toward implementation of the technologies being developed by Cali Group's affiliated companies," www.thecaligroup.com
Jan 2018
Cali Group Begins Taking Face Based Payments In Its Restaurant Operating Subsidiary
"The positive customer reaction to face based loyalty login at the kiosks encouraged us to quickly deploy face based payments at the kiosks,"
Dec 2017
CALI GROUP DEMONSTRATES FACE BASED LOYALTY PROGRAM PILOT IN ITS RESTAURANT OPERATING DIVISION
"Cali Group and NEC Corporation of America today unveiled new AI-enabled self-ordering kiosks at CaliBurger, Cali Group’s restaurant operating division. The kiosks use NEC’s NeoFace® facial recognition software to identify registered customers and pull up their loyalty accounts and order preferences. The kiosk pilot program is now at CaliBurger’s Pasadena location, where the Quick Serve Restaurant chain showcases new technologies developed by its parent company. "
Oct 2017
CALI GROUP TO EXPAND USE OF ITS POP ADVERTISING PLATFORM TO DRIVE CALIBURGER SALES
"The restaurant and retail industries sell billions of dollars of coupons through various online distribution channels. There is little differentiation between the different online platforms, and the audience reach is limited. PoP enables restaurants, retailers, and consumer brands to deliver digital coupons and digital coins to a broad audience dwelling in the built world within hundreds of yards of their locations."
Sep 2017
CALI GROUP’S RESTAURANT SUBSIDIARY ANNOUNCES THIRD AND FOURTH QUARTER STORE OPENINGS
"Cali Group announced today that it’s subsidiary, CaliBurger, has opened or will open the following restaurants in the third and fourth quarters..."
Jul 2017
CALI GROUP ANNOUNCES FINANCING FOR MISO ROBOTICS
“While the biggest companies in the world are focused on using computer vision and artificial intelligence to drive cars and manage the home, Cali Group will facilitate and lead the adoption of these emerging technologies in the restaurant and retail industries,” said John Miller, Chairman and CEO of Cali Group.
Jun 2017
CALI GROUP TO DEMONSTRATE ITS “MOBILE ADVERTISING” PLATFORM TO MARKET CALIBURGER BRAND AND DRIVE STORE SALES
Through POPpack’s automated marketplace, CaliBurger will deliver customized messages to digital displays integrated into backpacks worn by Millennials and Centennials walking within hundreds of yards of CaliBurger’s locations.
Jun 2017
CALI GROUP ANNOUNCES ADDITIONAL FINANCING FOR SUPER LEAGUE GAMING
Cali Group announced today that Super League Gaming (“SLG”), the e-sports platform for every day gamers, has received $15 million in Series C funding from Nickelodeon (a division of Viacom), DMG Entertainment, a SoftBank managed fund, Toba Capital, premier e-sports entity aXiomatic, and various professional sports owners. Cali Group also invested in the financing to increase its ownership position in Super League and become the largest shareholder.
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