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Serve Robotics and Shake Shack Roll Out Autonomous Robot Delivery Via Uber Eats
- Select Shake Shack customers in the Los Angeles area may receive their next order via a Serve robot
- Serve continues to make progress towards its commitment to deploy up to 2,000 AI-powered sidewalk delivery robots on the Uber platform
SAN FRANCISCO /PRNewswire/ — Serve Robotics Inc. (“Serve”) (Nasdaq: SERV), a leading autonomous sidewalk delivery company, and Shake Shack Inc. (“Shake Shack”) (NYSE: SHAK) today announced a partnership to deliver Shake Shack using Serve’s autonomous delivery robots via Uber Eats, the delivery platform of Uber Technologies Inc. (NYSE: UBER).
Customers who order from select Shake Shack restaurants in Los Angeles through Uber Eats may receive their order via Serve’s innovative autonomous robots. The partnership marks another step forward in the expansion of sidewalk robots on Uber Eats, which has been offering Serve’s autonomous deliveries in Los Angeles since 2022, and is poised to lead to future expansion across the U.S.
“We are excited to add another national merchant like Shake Shack to our platform, a partnership made possible through the relationship we have built with Uber Eats across tens of thousands of successful deliveries,” said Touraj Parang, President and COO of Serve Robotics. “Today’s announcement highlights the value of Serve’s world-class strategic partnerships as we work to expand our geographic footprint and deploy 2,000 robots across the U.S. in 2025.”
“We’re thrilled about our collaboration with Serve Robotics and Uber Eats,” said Steph So, Senior Vice President of Digital Experience at Shake Shack. “In line with our vision of enlightened hospitality, this partnership highlights our commitment to leveraging innovation to enhance guest experiences both in and out of Shack.”
“Serve has been advancing their technology for years to provide merchants and consumers with not only a futuristic experience but greater affordability, reliability, and convenience,” said Noah Zych, Global Head of Autonomous Mobility & Delivery at Uber. “We’re thrilled to take another step forward and give Shake Shack customers in Los Angeles a little more Uber magic through sidewalk robot delivery.”
Key Features of Serve’s Autonomous Delivery Robots:
- Quick and Convenient: Optimized for efficient route planning and available on demand, Serve’s robots enable food to arrive reliably, hot/cold and fresh.
- Secure and Contactless Delivery: Serve’s robots are designed to maintain the security of the food items during transit, providing a fully contactless delivery option.
- Cost-Effective: Robotic delivery increases efficiency and lowers costs. And there’s no need to tip the robot!
- Safe Navigation Systems: Equipped with advanced GPS technology and artificial intelligence (AI), the robots safely and swiftly navigate urban environments, avoiding obstacles and offering a smooth delivery experience.
- Eco-Friendly Solution: The all-electric robots will eliminate noise and congestion from crowded urban areas and help reduce the carbon footprint associated with traditional delivery methods.
Shake Shack autonomous robotic delivery is currently available through the Uber Eats app. To learn more about the delivery process, visit www.serverobotics.com/uber-eats.
About Shake Shack
Shake Shack serves elevated versions of American classics using only the best ingredients. It’s known for its delicious made-to-order Angus beef burgers, crispy chicken, hand-spun milkshakes, house-made lemonades, beer, wine, and more. With its high-quality food at a great value, warm hospitality, and a commitment to crafting uplifting experiences, Shake Shack quickly became a cult-brand with widespread appeal. Shake Shack’s purpose is to Stand For Something Good®, from its premium ingredients and employee development, to its inspiring designs and deep community investment. Since the original Shack opened in 2004 in NYC’s Madison Square Park, the Company has expanded to over 550 locations system-wide, including over 350 in 34 U.S. States and the District of Columbia, and over 195 international locations across London, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Singapore, Mexico City, Istanbul, Dubai, Tokyo, Seoul and more.
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About Uber
Uber’s mission is to create opportunity through movement. We started in 2010 to solve a simple problem: how do you get access to a ride at the touch of a button? More than 49 billion trips later, we’re building products to get people closer to where they want to be. By changing how people, food, and things move through cities, Uber is a platform that opens up the world to new possibilities.
About Serve Robotics
Serve Robotics develops advanced, AI-powered, low-emissions sidewalk delivery robots that endeavor to make delivery sustainable and economical. Spun off from Uber in 2021 as an independent company, Serve has completed tens of thousands of deliveries for enterprise partners such as Uber Eats and 7-Eleven. Serve has scalable multi-year contracts, including a signed agreement to deploy up to 2,000 delivery robots on the Uber Eats platform across multiple U.S. markets.
For further information about Serve Robotics (Nasdaq:SERV), please visit www.serverobotics.com or follow us on social media via X (Twitter), Instagram, or LinkedIn @serverobotics.
Forward Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Serve intends such forward-looking statements to be covered by the safe harbor provisions for forward-looking statements contained in Section 21E of the Exchange Act. These forward-looking statements can be about future events, including statements regarding Serve’s intentions, objectives, plans, expectations, assumptions and beliefs about future events, including Serve’s expectations with respect to the financial and operating performance of its business, its capital position, and future growth. The words “anticipate”, “believe”, “expect”, “project”, “predict”, “will”, “forecast”, “estimate”, “likely”, “intend”, “outlook”, “should”, “could”, “may”, “target”, “plan” and other similar expressions can generally be used to identify forward-looking statements. Indications of, and guidance or outlook on, future earnings or financial position or performance are also forward-looking statements. Any forward-looking statements in this press release are based on management’s current expectations of future events and are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially and adversely from those set forth in or implied by such forward-looking statements. Risks that contribute to the uncertain nature of the forward-looking statements include those risks and uncertainties set forth in Serve’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023, filed with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) and in its subsequent filings filed with the SEC. All forward-looking statements contained in this press release speak only as of the date on which they were made. Serve undertakes no obligation to update such statements to reflect events that occur or circumstances that exist after the date on which they were made.
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Complement Game Day with a Crispy Snack
Game Day Treat: During peak homegating season, a successful game day host should offer tasty snacks, like Crispy Potato Skins, to keep fans engaged. This hearty classic features russet potatoes, bacon, cheese, and optional toppings like sour cream and green onions, providing an easy, delicious addition to any watch party.
Last Updated on February 7, 2026 by Daily News Staff
Complement Game Day with a Crispy Snack
(Family Features) In the midst of peak homegating season, with football championships taking center stage and action heating up on the hardwood, a good game day host knows you can never have too many delicious snacks on hand. Kicking off the madness can be as easy as these Crispy Potato Skins, a hearty watch party classic that keeps fans fueled and engaged with the game on the big screen.
Enjoy all the touchdown tosses and alley-oop action with more recipe inspiration at Culinary.net.
Crispy Potato Skins
Recipe adapted from Simply Recipes
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 1 hour, 40 minutes
Servings: 6
- 6 medium russet potatoes
- extra-virgin olive oil
- 6 slices bacon
- kosher salt, to taste
- freshly ground pepper, to taste
- shredded cheddar cheese
- sour cream (optional)
- thinly sliced green onions (optional)
- Heat oven to 400 F. Clean potatoes then pierce with fork.
- Rub potatoes with olive oil then bake 1 hour until cooked through.
- In frying pan over medium heat, cook bacon 10-15 minutes until crisp. Drain on paper towel-lined plate then crumble.
- Cut cooked potatoes in half then scoop out insides, leaving about 1/4 inch of potato inside skins. Rub with olive oil then season with salt, to taste. Place on roasting pan and cook 10 minutes. Flip and cook 10 minutes.
- Arrange potatoes skin-sides down and season with pepper, to taste. Sprinkle with cheese and crumbled bacon then broil 2 minutes.
- Serve with sour cream and sliced green onions, if desired.
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Mix a Little Luck into Your Big Game Menu
Picture this: Your team is down three points, but the taste of victory is just one field goal away. Sometimes, all you need is a little luck and a whole lot of guac. Dip into good fortune this football season with help from this Good Luck Guac recipe.
Last Updated on February 6, 2026 by Daily News Staff
Mix a Little Luck into Your Big Game Menu
(Family Features) Picture this: Your team is down three points, but the taste of victory is just one field goal away. Sometimes, all you need is a little luck and a whole lot of guac. After all, an estimated 250 million pounds of avocados are consumed during the Big Game each year, according to Hass Avocado Board Volume Data. That’s enough to fill 30 million football helmets with guac – but filling your belly instead is a win-win for good luck and great flavor. Dip into good fortune this football season with help from Avocado From Mexico’s Guac Guru, Rob Riggle, whose visionary Good Luck Guac recipe is ready to share just in time for the Big Game. Whether you’re in it for the football, the commercials or the snacks, this recipe can score major points with your entire crew.
Crafted for fans of every team, this bold, golden twist on a favorite football snack is infused with ingredients associated with good luck – edible gold flakes and pomegranate seeds – to get you through the most nail-biting moments of the game. The star ingredient is fresh, high-quality Avocados From Mexico that offer good taste, good nutrition, and good times. Beyond delicious dips, chips and lots of fun, hosting a watch party can also be a lot of work. Make sure your hosting duties don’t create interference or put you on the sidelines with these tips: Get a jumpstart on party prep. The day before the game, tidy up your space and prepare as much of the food as you can. For dishes best served fresh – like guac – take care of the ingredient prep, like chopping veggies. Create comfortable seating and viewing areas. For a watch party, you’ll want plenty of room for guests to sit comfortably where they can see the screen and have easy access to the guac. If there’s not enough space in the living room to fit everyone, consider bringing a TV to the kitchen so people can snack and watch at the same time. Know your guests. From non-alcoholic beverage options to additional entertainment like board games and kid-friendly activities, become a next-level party host by providing a setup tailored to your guests’ needs. One thing almost everyonecan agree on: Guac made with Avocados From Mexico can be the star of nearly any party’s snacking lineup. Make it your team’s lucky day with more game day recipes at AvocadosFromMexico.com/recipe. 
Good Luck Guac
Recipe courtesy of Rob Riggle on behalf of Avocados From Mexico- 4 Avocados From Mexico, halved, pitted and peeled
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon onion, minced
- 3 tablespoons pomegranate seeds
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 pinch edible gold leaf flakes
- In large bowl, mash avocados until chunky-smooth.
- Fold in lime juice, onion, pomegranate seeds and salt until well combined.
- Garnish with edible gold leaf flakes.
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Ghirardelli Brings Back the Chocolocket for Valentine’s Day—Now Made for “Perfect Pairs”
Ghirardelli reintroduces the Chocolocket for Valentine’s Day 2026, featuring a pair designed for sharing. This limited edition celebrates all meaningful duos, emphasizing inclusive connections through chocolate and personalized gifting.
Ghirardelli is putting a new spin on Valentine’s Day this year with the return of its viral limited-edition gift: the Chocolocket. The big twist for 2026? Each set includes two Chocolockets—built for sharing with your “perfect pair,” whether that’s your partner, your best friend, your sibling, or the coworker who keeps your week running.
The campaign centers on Perfect Pairs Day, a broader take on the holiday that celebrates the meaningful duos in our lives—romantic and not-so-romantic. Think: work besties, pickleball partners, brunch buddies, squadmates, travel twins, and more.
What is a Chocolocket?
If you missed the first wave, here’s the quick version: the Chocolocket is a custom-crafted 14K gold-plated locketdesigned to hold one mini GHIRARDELLI® SQUARES® inside. The keepsake is styled to resemble Ghirardelli’s iconic gold-foil wrapped SQUARES, turning a familiar candy shape into a wearable, giftable moment.
It’s part novelty, part collectible, and part snack—because yes, it’s literally designed to carry chocolate.
The “Perfect Pairs” idea (and why it works)
Ghirardelli is leaning into a simple truth: the best moments are usually shared. In the brand’s words, the Chocolocket is meant as a playful tribute to the people who make life sweeter—whether that’s a romantic partner or the friend who always shows up.
Bobby Oliver, Ghirardelli’s VP of Marketing, framed it as a celebration of all kinds of connections—best friends, siblings, coworkers, and couples—tying the message back to a classic pairing: chocolate and caramel.
The result is a Valentine’s concept that feels less like a single-lane “couples only” holiday and more like an invitation to include the people who actually fill your calendar.
What comes in the 2026 set
This year’s edition launches as a matching pair of Chocolockets—one for you, one for your person. Each set includes:
- Two Chocolockets (a matching pair)
- A bag of mini Ghirardelli SQUARES® to enjoy together
- A heart-shaped tin
- A personalized message celebrating your “perfect pair” category (examples include Soulmates, Work Besties, Pickleball Partners, Brunch Buddies, Dinner Dates, Squadmates, Travel Twins, and more)
- Shipping included
It’s also limited to one set per household, which signals this is meant to stay in “special drop” territory.
Release date + where to buy
The limited-edition Chocolocket set will be available starting February 10 at Chocolocket.com, while supplies last.
For updates, Ghirardelli is directing fans to follow @Ghirardelli on Instagram and TikTok.
A quick refresher on Ghirardelli
Founded in San Francisco in 1852, Ghirardelli is known for its premium chocolate and its bean-to-bar approach. The company emphasizes control over the full process—from cocoa sourcing through production—using a proprietary bean blend and specific roasting/processing methods.
In other words: the brand’s long-standing quality story is still the backbone, even when the product is a playful, social-media-friendly collectible.
Bottom line
The Chocolocket’s return isn’t just a Valentine’s gimmick—it’s a smart “shareable” product idea that matches how people actually celebrate: with the person who feels like the right fit, whatever the label.
If you’re the type who likes limited drops, keepsakes, or gifts that come with a built-in story, this one’s worth watching when it goes live on February 10.
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