McDonald’s testing AI drive-thru system ‘ArchIQ’ at 5 locations across US
McDonald's is testing a new AI drive-thru system called ArchIQ at five locations in the US. The system can take orders in multiple languages and assist with restaurant operations. This initiative is part of McDonald's broader strategy to modernize its services and improve efficiency.
- ▪The AI system, nicknamed 'Archy', is being tested at five undisclosed US locations.
- ▪ArchIQ can process orders in both English and Spanish, showing improved performance over previous AI attempts.
- ▪The rollout is part of McDonald's growth plan, 'McDonald's > NEXT', aimed at enhancing customer experience and operational efficiency.
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Lifestyle McDonald’s testing AI drive-thru system ‘ArchIQ’ at 5 locations across US By Adam Silverstein Published June 6, 2026, 1:52 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Artificial intelligence could soon take your next McDonald’s drive-thru order. McDonald’s is testing a new AI system that can chat with customers, take orders in multiple languages and help run restaurant operations behind the scenes — a move that could eventually bring the technology to drive-thru lanes across America. The fast-food giant unveiled the system, called ArchIQ, during its Worldwide convention this week as part of a broader strategy to modernize restaurants and boost growth, Restaurant Business reported.
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