DoorDash rolls out Zesty, an AI social app for discovering new restaurants

Core Insights - DoorDash is launching a new AI-powered social app named Zesty, aimed at helping users quickly find local restaurants, initially available in the San Francisco Bay Area and New York [1][9] - The app represents DoorDash's expansion beyond food delivery into the social and discovery space, allowing users to find dining options without sifting through multiple reviews or platforms [1][8] Features of the App - Users can sign in with their DoorDash accounts and interact with an AI chatbot for personalized restaurant recommendations based on specific prompts [2][3] - The app aggregates information from various sources, including DoorDash, Google Maps, and TikTok, to provide curated suggestions [2][4] - Zesty learns user preferences over time, enabling users to save and share recommendations, as well as view and share photos and comments about restaurants [3][4] Company Strategy - DoorDash aims to enhance community connections through the app, focusing on personalized search and social sharing for discovering local dining options [4] - The launch of Zesty is part of DoorDash's broader strategy to diversify its services, which includes features for making reservations and earning in-store rewards [9]