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Description
Otto serves as an AI phone assistant tailored for the hospitality industry, designed to efficiently handle every incoming call, take food orders, manage reservations, and respond to customer inquiries, thereby allowing staff to concentrate on their guests within the establishment. More than just a basic answering service, Otto functions as an always-available digital team member that engages in natural phone conversations, accurately captures comprehensive orders, books tables, addresses frequently asked questions, and escalates more complex issues as necessary. This innovative assistant seamlessly integrates with a venue’s existing phone line and connects with CRM systems, ordering processes, and kitchen workflows, transforming each interaction into a standard operational activity rather than an additional manual chore. Furthermore, Otto can be customized to reflect the unique brand voice of each venue, ensuring that restaurants, cafés, bars, and takeaway establishments deliver a consistent and high-quality customer experience while leveraging the capabilities of AI technology. By incorporating Otto, venues not only enhance efficiency but also foster a stronger connection with their patrons.
Description
Porchlight serves as a cloud-based platform tailored for the booking and management needs of independent pubs, restaurants, and cafés. Featuring an AI phone assistant named Thomas, it efficiently manages incoming calls and schedules reservations based on real-time availability, forwarding any unmanageable requests to staff for follow-up. All booking channels, including phone, website, and Google, are consolidated into a single venue diary equipped with a comprehensive floor plan. Additionally, the staff app integrates various functionalities such as rota management, clock-in systems, payroll tracking, tips management, and food safety inspections, providing a centralized tool for venues to oversee bookings and daily staff operations. This service is specifically designed to assist independent hospitality establishments in the UK, ensuring they can effectively manage reservations during peak service hours as well as outside of operating hours. With Porchlight, venues can optimize their operations and enhance customer service.
API Access
Has API
No
API Access
Has API
No
Screenshots View All
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Integrations
Google Business Profile
No
Pricing Details
$99 per month
Free Trial
Yes
Free Version
No
Pricing Details
£249/venue/month
£249 per venue per month, VAT included. A 14-day free trial is available.
Free Trial
Yes
Free Version
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
No
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
Yes
Windows
No
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
Yes
In Person
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
Yes
In Person
Yes
Vendor Details
Company Name
Otto
Founded
2025
Country
Australia
Website
callotto.ai/
Vendor Details
Company Name
Porchlight Hospitality
Founded
2026
Country
United Kingdom
Website
porchlightpro.com
Product Features
Product Features
Restaurant Reservations
Capacity Monitoring
No
Custom Reservation Inventory
No
Deposits / Prepayment Processing
No
Email Marketing
No
Facebook Reservations
No
Feedback Management
No
Guest Data
No
Guest Notifications
No
Mobile App Booking
No
Online / Website Reservations
No
Reminders
No
Reporting / Analytics
No
Seat / Table Optimization
No
Text/SMS Communications
No
Waitlist Management
No
Alternatives
Alternatives
No Alternatives