Wonder Deploys First Automated Makeline in Manhattan
Wonder has launched the first of its Infinite Makelines at a Midtown East location in New York City. The automated bowl assembly system, acquired through Wonder's $186 million purchase of Spyce from Sweetgreen in 2025, is expected to streamline operations by improving throughput, consistency, and reducing waste. The technology can produce up to 500 bowls using 68 ingredients with an average order-to-ready time under three minutes. Wonder plans to expand the deployment across tens of locations in key regions like the Northeast, Texas, and Washington D.C., starting in 2027. The system supports six restaurant concepts within a single kitchen setup. The makeline integrates seamlessly into Wonder's existing tech infrastructure while allowing chefs to maintain creative control over recipes and final touches. This innovation could enable expansion into previously non-viable markets such as lower-density suburban areas, supported by recent $650 million Series D funding that brings the company’s total raised capital above $3 billion.
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