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

[callahad]

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]

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

[jggonz]

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]

Yes, good point!

[kholmes79]

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]

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]

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

[arsenide]

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]

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

[matt_morgan]

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

[yellowapple]

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]

Tried it a few times already and highly recommend!

[bdavidsocraveit]

Faster than sprig,Better than spoonrocket

[heyheyhey]

Are consumers expected to tip?

[LifeAfterCubes]

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.

[JSnake]

Now I wish I lived in SF just for this.

[freeasinfree]

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

[LifeAfterCubes]

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