Google Maps may soon let users place orders through its Gemini‑powered AI, cutting out the need for third‑party delivery apps like Uber Eats.

The latest Maps build, version 26.27.00.941319029, contains hidden strings that point to an upcoming feature called "Ask Maps to order food." The prompts read, "Tell us what you’re craving, find local favorites, and Maps will order for you — even when you’re on the go," and include a shortcut labeled "Order food." These messages suggest the app will guide users from discovery to checkout within a single conversation.

Gemini appears to handle the entire transaction, either in the cloud or via on‑device AI. The feature may lean on the new agentic AI capabilities announced for the Pixel 10 series, which can place orders. Previous iterations of in‑app ordering appeared in Search and Assistant, but those relied on partners such as Door Dash.

No public interface or launch date has been announced. If Google delivers a reliable, end‑to‑end ordering flow, it could streamline the user experience and pressure delivery services to innovate further.