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AR Menus Boost Interest and Transparency in Dining

2/19/2026

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  • A Washington State University study finds augmented reality menus increase customer interest, with AR users more likely to visit and share information than those using traditional menus.
  • The study, led by Professor Soobin Seo of Washington State University, shows AR can present farm-to-table information and increase transparency about food sourcing, with researchers noting branding alignment and sustainability benefits.
  • AR menus improved perceptions of chain restaurants, notably McDonald's, by increasing healthiness.