DoorDash launches AI-powered food ordering through Apple Messages
DoorDash launched AI-powered food ordering through Apple Messages in the US. Users can describe a meal, review a suggested cart and complete checkout in the chat, but must first join a waitlist.
DoorDash launched a way to order food through Apple Messages in the US without opening its app. The feature is powered by an AI agent and is initially limited to users on a waitlist.
Users can describe what they want, ask for a local recommendation or repeat a previous order. DoorDash searches nearby restaurants, reviews menus and suggests a cart, while also sending photos of recommended dishes.
Personal preferences in the chat
Typing “order my usual” can repeat a familiar meal without re-entering the dish, restaurant or modifications. The system can remember preferences such as skipping cilantro, adding extra sauce or including dessert.
The agent can also manage group orders with different dietary needs and quantities. If enabled, it may proactively ask whether the user wants their usual coffee order based on daily habits.
Initial access is limited to the US
Users can confirm the order and complete checkout inside the message thread. Access requires joining DoorDash’s waitlist, and the company says availability may come immediately or take longer depending on demand.
What we know
- DoorDash added food ordering through Apple Messages in the US.
- Its AI agent searches restaurants, reviews menus and builds a suggested cart.
- The “order my usual” command can repeat a previous meal using stored preferences.
- Checkout happens in the chat, but users must first join a waitlist.
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- Sources: 9to5Mac.
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