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Ogent AI
Foster City, CA

Ordering and AI tools for independent restaurants and venues

We bring the technology of large chains to every operator, without the need for a big IT budget.

Our Story

Founded on one belief

Ogent AI started with one idea: small and medium businesses should have access to the same technology as large enterprises.

  • 20+ years in technology

    Our founder has built and grown software companies, including ventures with backing from Cisco and Target.

  • Built for independent operators

    Made for small and medium businesses, without the need for a big IT budget.

  • Works across restaurants, bars, and venues

    Tools for every type of venue and operator.

Our Mission

AI as a partner for every independent operator

Our mission is to give small and medium business operators tools that simplify daily work, improve the guest experience, and increase profit.

We believe AI can work as a partner for restaurants, so they run with less waste, deliver faster, and serve better, without a large team or a costly system.

Our goal is for AI to work in the background of every independent restaurant, so you can focus on your guests.

Founder's Note

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Running a restaurant isn't easy. I've seen it up close for years: long hours, tight margins, and staff challenges, along with a real passion for serving people. That passion inspires me every day.

I started Ogent because the restaurant industry doesn't get the technology it needs. Big brands have teams of data scientists and automation tools. Small operators, who are the heart of our communities, often don't.

With Ogent AI, my goal is to level the playing field. I want every independent restaurant and venue to have an AI assistant that helps you serve guests, sell more, and run your business with less stress.

If you own a small or medium business, I built this for you.

Anup Balagopal, founder and CEO of Ogent AI

Anup Balagopal

Founder & CEO, Ogent AI

What we believe in

Built for operators

Every feature starts with a problem that a restaurant owner told us about. We build for the people in the kitchen, not for demos.

Speed above all

Your guests won't wait, and neither should you. From setup to the first order, we remove every step we can.

Help when you need it

Set up on your own, or let us do it with you. You can reach us by phone or email from the first day.

Ready to get started?

Join independent restaurants using Ogent.AI

No long contracts and no hidden fees, with tools to help you grow.

+1 (813) 750-7671hello@ogent.aiFoster City, CA