ByteDance’s Douyin launches Yelp-like AI chatbot to suggest eateries, reviews
South China Morning Post - TechWednesday, July 2, 2025 at 9:00:11 AM
ByteDance, the company behind TikTok and its Chinese counterpart Douyin, just rolled out a new AI chatbot called Tanfan (which means "discover meals") that acts like a foodie sidekick. It suggests restaurants, summarizes reviews, and even lets users book tables or order food—all within Douyin. So far, around 35,000 people have given it a try. Think of it as Yelp meets ChatGPT, but baked right into your scrolling habit.
Editor’s Note: This isn’t just another chatbot—it’s ByteDance doubling down on turning social apps into all-in-one hubs. By blending AI recommendations with food delivery and bookings, they’re making Douyin stickier for users (and more lucrative for businesses). For anyone watching the AI race, it’s a peek at how tech giants are weaving smart tools into everyday routines, one snack break at a time.
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