From Seamless to Amazon Go, technology is rapidly changing how we eat. D.C.’s latest tech-forward eatery, eatsa, is no exception. Founded in 2015 in San Francisco, the all-vegetarian, quinoa-centric chain integrates automation technology into its operations.

I stopped by one of their two freshly minted D.C. locations to see what they had to offer. Upon entering the modestly sized downtown location, I marveled at its futuristic layout. Barring one friendly assistant, there are no employees in sight. (A manager confirmed that “around five” behind-the-scenes chefs usually work during peak times.) A row of classy wood-finished, self-service kiosks flanks the space. The front of the store sports a sleek array of cubicles where one picks up their order.

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