The sameness problem behind those unappetizing AI-generated menus
THE SO WHAT
AI-generated menus are a live case study in how generic outputs erode brand and customer trust even when they save operator time. Any consumer-facing use of gen AI that touches language, visuals, or taste should include a deliberate “differentiation pass” — otherwise you’re training customers to feel your product is interchangeable.
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