Lunch with a Side of Sci-Fi: Dining with Robots in Williston, North Dakota

It’s not unusual for me and my friends to stop by Basil in Williston for lunch—after all, it’s a local favorite with consistently great food and friendly service. But what was unusual during my latest visit was who (or should I say what) brought out my meal.

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When Lunch Is Delivered by a Robot: A Sci-Fi Surprise at Basil

Let me set the scene: the staff was as prompt and personable as ever, taking our drink and lunch orders in person. Nothing out of the ordinary so far. We were chatting away, minding our own business, when suddenly… a robot rolled up to our table with our lunch. Yes, a robot! Not just any robot, either—it was a sleek little Pudu robot, gliding across the floor like it just escaped from a sci-fi movie and took a job in food service.

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Basil’s Robot Servers Get a Thumbs-Up from Diners

Simon, the owner of Basil, came by and explained that the robots had their trial run just last Friday. Things went smoothly, and so far, customers have loved the experience. I mean, how often do you get served lo mein by a droid?

Double the Robots, Double the Fun: Basil Brings Jetsons Vibes to Williston Dining

There are actually two of these robots working the floor now, so if you’re in the Williston area and looking for a dining experience that’s a little out of the ordinary (but still delicious), stop by Basil. The food is top-notch, the people are great, and now there’s a fun little twist that might just make your lunch feel like a scene from The Jetsons.

Just don’t forget to say thank you—even robots appreciate good manners!