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Yelp users get a free assistant that can book tables and appointments, though whether it works in the UK is not stated.

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What it does

Yelp Assistant is a chatbot in the Yelp app that draws on Yelp's reviews, photos, menus and business details to answer specific questions about local places. It started as a way to find and contact service professionals, and in April 2026 it got its own Assistant tab and could act for users, such as booking a table, ordering delivery or making an appointment through partners like Vagaro, Zocdoc and Calendly.

  • Assistant tab in the Yelp iOS and Android apps
  • Answers based on Yelp reviews, photos and menus
  • Matches users with service professionals
  • Table booking and delivery ordering
  • Appointment booking through Vagaro, Zocdoc and Calendly

Who it suits. People using Yelp to find, compare and book local restaurants and services.

Key facts

Made by
Yelp
Released
21 April 2026
How to get it
in the Yelp app on iOS and Android
Works on
iOS, Android, Web
Free plan
the Yelp app is free to download

Ratings

Reviews and write-ups

FAQ

When did Yelp launch the new Yelp Assistant?

Yelp launched the new Assistant tab on 21 April 2026, after first using the assistant to match people with service professionals.

Is Yelp Assistant free?

Yes, it is part of the free Yelp app.

What can Yelp Assistant book?

Tables, delivery orders and appointments, including through Vagaro, Zocdoc and Calendly.

Facts from the maker's own pages and the sources listed. Checked 2026-10-11.

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