Loman AI, an Austin-based voice AI platform for restaurants, announced on August 26, 2025, that it has raised $3.5 million in a seed funding round led by Next Coast Ventures, with participation from TenOneTen Ventures and Antler. The funds will fuel product development and team expansion, addressing the surging demand for its AI phone agent, which has already processed millions of calls and tens of millions in order volume since its launch in Summer 2024.
In the $1 trillion U.S. restaurant industry, labor shortages and missed calls lead to lost sales and strained operations. Loman’s AI phone agent answers every call, handles pickup and delivery orders, books reservations, and responds to guest inquiries, integrating seamlessly with leading POS and reservation systems. “Voice is still the front door for so many restaurants,” said Christian Wiens, Founder and CEO of Loman AI. Restaurants using Loman report up to 22% higher revenue from recaptured calls and smart upsells, alongside a 17% reduction in labor costs by automating phone tasks.
Since its founding in Summer 2024, Loman has scaled to serve restaurants nationwide, with particular traction in the high-call-volume pizza sector, though it supports all cuisines and formats, from independents to national chains. “Loman is resonating with restaurants and their guests because it is accurate, easy to setup, and integrated with real operator workflows,” said Eric Pakravan of TenOneTen Ventures. The platform’s ability to handle millions of calls and process tens of millions in order volume underscores its scalability and market fit.
The $3.5M seed funding will enhance Loman’s integrations with POS systems, improve AI accuracy and speed, and support new tools to boost revenue and guest experiences. “Loman has a team that listens to customers, ships product features and enhancements fast, and executes with discipline,” said Michael Maloney of Next Coast Ventures. The company is actively hiring for engineering and go-to-market roles to tackle challenges in real-time voice processing and large-scale system integration.
Loman differentiates itself from competitors like SoundHound AI and ConverseNow through its focus on seamless POS integration and usability across diverse restaurant formats. While SoundHound emphasizes in-vehicle voice solutions (e.g., Jeep integrations), Loman’s specialized restaurant AI offers a unique edge, particularly in high-volume settings. The company’s rapid adoption by independents and enterprises alike highlights its versatility in a crowded market.
Loman AI’s $3.5M seed round positions it to transform restaurant operations by turning phone interactions into revenue opportunities. With strong investor backing and proven results, Loman is set to lead the voice AI revolution in the restaurant industry, delivering measurable impact for operators nationwide.
Loman AI is the Voice AI customer engagement platform for restaurants. The Loman phone agent answers every call, takes orders, handles FAQs and reservations, and integrates with leading POS and ordering systems to drive revenue and guest satisfaction. Loman serves independent operators, multi-unit groups, and national brands across the United States.
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