Craving sliders with a side of sci-fi? White Castle just made that a reality. In a move straight out of the future, the fast-food pioneer has rolled out autonomous delivery robots in Chicago—meaning your next Crave Case could arrive curbside, not by car, but by robot. Thanks to a partnership with Coco Robotics and Checkmate, White Castle is turning heads (and filling stomachs) with a high-tech system that syncs seamlessly with Uber Eats and offers real-time tracking without any additional fee. Here’s everything we know about White Castle’s new and smarter delivery system.
White Castle Embraces Robot Delivery in Chicago Test Launch
White Castle is stepping into the future of food delivery. For the first time in its 101-year history, the iconic burger chain is testing robotic delivery in partnership with Coco Robotics, Checkmate, and Uber Eats—with the pilot program rolling out at a single high-traffic location in Chicago.
Customers placing orders through Uber Eats from the participating White Castle restaurant may be greeted by a Coco Robot instead of a human driver. When the robot reaches the destination, it sends an alert prompting the customer to meet it outside, unlock its lid via the Uber Eats app, and retrieve their meal—all without extra steps or added fees.
This pilot marks a major milestone for White Castle as it explores new ways to innovate the customer experience. By leveraging Coco’s zero-emission, autonomous sidewalk robots, the brand aims to reduce parking lot congestion, enhance order efficiency, and speed up deliveries—without compromising quality…