Show HN: Bento – Delivering custom bento boxes in 15 minutes in SF

callahad · on March 30, 2015

That's way higher touch than the closest analogue we have have in Minneapolis: http://www.tacocatmn.com/

Then again, Taco Cat doesn't require an iPhone to get tacos.

frik · on March 30, 2015

Bento looks great, though I agree with you it wouldn't hurt if they offer at least a minimal web version or an API.

LifeAfterCubes · on March 30, 2015

Thanks! We'll get there and definitely on our roadmap -- just launched 3 weeks ago :)

jggonz · on March 30, 2015

Recommendation: Add an input box to the page where I can type in my email and receive a notification when the android app is available. By the time tomorrow comes I won't remember that Bento exists and I really want to try out your product.

LifeAfterCubes · on March 30, 2015

Yes, good point!

kholmes79 · on March 30, 2015

Saw it launch at Launch Conference and tried it out. Generous portions, great price, beautiful packaging. This reminds me I need to try it again soon. +1 on web UI.

chuckreynolds · on March 30, 2015

I've done Bento twice now - happy both times. Re: tip comment from @JSnake - it's a % setting when ordering - defaults to 15% if I remember correctly.

fredgrott · on March 30, 2015

I really am impressed by the packaging..very good work

arsenide · on March 30, 2015

I love this idea, and the website is so clear and inviting. I'd order some right now if I was on the other side of the US. :)

jordanmessina · on March 30, 2015

The packaging looks really nice. I've always thought other similar services fell short with packaging and presentation.

matt_morgan · on March 30, 2015

Step 3--enter your address? You mean "confirm your address," right? (I don't have a way to test.)

yellowapple · on March 30, 2015

Bummer that it's SF-only; would love to see something like this in Reno.

Oh well; at least we've got Jimmy John's.

lukelightning · on March 30, 2015

Tried it a few times already and highly recommend!

bdavidsocraveit · on March 30, 2015

Faster than sprig,Better than spoonrocket

heyheyhey · on March 30, 2015

Are consumers expected to tip?

LifeAfterCubes · on March 30, 2015

It's optional, but yes. We don't charge a delivery fee. Consumers have the option to tip through the app or give our servers a cash tip.

SpacialSense · on March 30, 2015

One of my favorite aspects of Uber is that the tip is factored into the price. Please consider just adding a $1.50-2 surcharge and specifying that the tip is included.

JSnake · on March 30, 2015

Now I wish I lived in SF just for this.

freeasinfree · on March 30, 2015

iOS only? Not even a web-based version? Priorities people, jeez.

LifeAfterCubes · on March 30, 2015

We'll get there and definitely on our roadmap -- just launched 3 weeks ago :)