Robot barista machines
A robot barista pairs a commercial espresso machine with a robot arm or an automated kiosk that grinds, pulls, steams and serves.
Updated November 2, 2026
How they work
- Orders come from an app or touchscreen.
- A robot arm or enclosed mechanism moves cups between grinder, espresso machine and milk.
- Staff refill beans, milk and cups, and clean.
Coffee robot companies
- Artly AI
Seattle, Washington, USA · Culinary Robotics
Artly AI empowers businesses and individuals with robots that deliver human-level skill, precision, and artistry–offering exceptional quality and consistent expertise at scale.
Robot coffee news
Questions to ask a vendor
- Drinks per hour, in writing.
- Cleaning and service schedule.
- Who supplies parts and support locally.
Frequently asked questions
- Do robot baristas replace staff?
- They usually shift staff to restocking, cleaning and service rather than removing people entirely.