A Deeper Dive: This week’s episode of the restaurant finance podcast examines voice-activated AI in the drive-thru, the most visible use of the technology in retail. But it has its flaws.

New reports from Toast, OpenTable and Resy show how diner demands are shifting. Late dinner is out, bar seating is in, and the bathroom better be Instagrammable.

Menu Talk: The sommelier also oversees neighboring restaurant Cafe Yaya.