Serve Robotics Inc. has begun deploying its autonomous sidewalk delivery robots in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, covering the Downtown and Las Olas Boulevard neighborhoods as part of its partnership with Uber Eats. The rollout extends the company’s low‑emission delivery network into a high‑density restaurant market and adds a new corridor for Uber Eats’ autonomous operations.
The expansion is a key step in Serve Robotics’ plan to field 2,000 delivery robots across the United States by year‑end. As of October 2025, the company had deployed 1,000 robots and is on track to meet the target. In the third quarter of 2025, Serve Robotics reported revenue of $687,000—slightly below the $691,167 estimate—while posting a loss of 40 cents per share versus the 33‑cent consensus. The company’s revenue grew 210% year‑over‑year, but it still recorded a $39.1 million net loss in 2024, underscoring the gap between rapid growth and profitability.
Uber Eats benefits from the new corridor by reducing its reliance on human couriers and expanding its zero‑emission delivery footprint. Serve Robotics’ robots are designed to cut delivery costs from an average of $10 per trip to roughly $1 by eliminating labor, a cost advantage that supports Uber Eats’ broader strategy to scale autonomous delivery while maintaining service quality.
CEO Dr. Ali Kashani said South Florida has proven to be an “incredible market for autonomous delivery,” and highlighted the company’s success in Miami as a foundation for the Fort Lauderdale rollout. Aaron Emrich, Uber Eats’ Global Head of Autonomous Delivery, noted the city’s tech‑forward community and vibrant restaurant scene as ideal conditions for deepening the partnership and delivering innovative, contactless options to customers.
Florida’s 2017 law permits sidewalk robots that meet specific safety and operational criteria, enabling Serve Robotics to operate its third‑generation units—capable of carrying more goods, traveling faster, and running longer on a single charge—across the state. Uber Eats’ expansion into retail partners such as Pacsun and Best Buy further complements its food‑delivery focus and aligns with Uber’s 2040 zero‑emission goal.
While the Fort Lauderdale launch signals operational momentum, Serve Robotics continues to face financial challenges. The company’s losses and modest revenue growth suggest that scaling the robot fleet will require sustained investment and careful cost management. Investors should weigh the strategic benefits of the expansion against the ongoing path to profitability.
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