POLISCOPE
Back to feed
NewsMiami's Community NewspapersSeptember 7, 2026Miami-Dade County

California Pizza Kitchen and T-Roc Global partner to deploy 1,000 automated pizza kiosks

Photo: Miami's Community Newspapers

California Pizza Kitchen and T-Roc Global have entered a three-year partnership to install up to 1,000 automated retail kiosks nationwide. These machines will use Turbo-chef technology to serve pizza and other menu items in high-traffic areas like airports, universities, and hospitals.

BusinessTechnologyRetailFood Service
Read the full story at Miami's Community Newspapers

Why It Matters

This partnership introduces a new automated distribution channel for California Pizza Kitchen products, aiming to increase consumer access to their menu in locations where traditional restaurants are not feasible.

Key Facts

  • California Pizza Kitchen and T-Roc Global plan to deploy up to 1,000 automated retail kiosks over the next three years.
  • The kiosks will serve pizza, pasta, mac 'n' cheese, and butter cake.
  • Kiosks use Turbo-chef technology to cook and deliver food in approximately 90 seconds.
  • Target locations include airports, universities, hospitals, hotels, and office complexes.
  • T-Roc Global will provide infrastructure including 32 warehouses, a van fleet, and technicians.
  • The rollout will begin with clusters of at least 20 units across 30 major U.S. markets.
  • Test machines have previously been deployed at airports in Boston, Atlanta, Dallas, and Dayton.

Who's Mentioned

PersonBrett Beveridge“CEO and founder of T-Roc Global.”OrganizationCalifornia Pizza Kitchen“Restaurant chain partnering for automated kiosks.”OrganizationT-Roc Global“Technology-enabled retail solutions provider.”PersonMichael Beacham“President of California Pizza Kitchen Global.”