Power AI agents with smarter local data
Go beyond foundational model training data with fresh, relevant Yelp data, now available in real-time through the Model Context Protocol (MCP). Rather than relying on outdated datasets, you’ll be able to offer customers complete, accurate answers from continuously refreshed data.
New: MCP Integration
Yelp Fusion AI is available to agents through the Model Context Protocol (MCP). It’s fully open source—allowing you to self-host and bring real time Yelp data into your AI workflows.
Targeted Responses
We support multiple integration patterns through our APIs. We offer direct and accurate generated responses for any user query, or can simply offer contextual information so you can use your own layer of LLMs.
Real-time information
By using daily business updates, up-to-date reviews, and other data, Yelp API generates highly relevant and contextual responses for your agents. That way, you avoid offering inaccurate information, such as non-existent or closed locations.
Yelp Fusion AI
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yelp Fusion AI and how does it differ from the regular Yelp API?
Yelp Fusion AI is our conversational AI solution that delivers Yelp recommendations in a natural conversational format, powered by industry leading LLMs. While the regular Yelp API provides structured data access, Fusion AI is specifically designed for integration with AI agents, chatbots, and for building conversational experiences, offering generated responses rather than just raw data.
How does the Model Context Protocol (MCP) integration work with Yelp data?
The Model Context Protocol is an open-source framework that allows you to bring real-time Yelp data into your AI workflows. It enables self-hosting and seamless integration of fresh Yelp information into your AI agents without relying on outdated training data.
What integration patterns does Yelp support for AI agents?
Yelp supports multiple integration patterns: you can either use Yelp Fusion AI for direct generated responses to user queries, or leverage our API to obtain contextual information that you can process through your own LLM layer in a RAG, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, or similar, approach.
How frequently is the Yelp data updated for AI agents?
Yelp data is continuously refreshed with daily business updates, new reviews, and other current information, ensuring your AI agent always have access to the most accurate and relevant data for user queries.
What types of businesses and information can AI agents access through Yelp?
AI agents can access comprehensive information about local businesses including business details, operating hours, reviews, ratings, photos, and special offerings across various categories such as restaurants, services, retail, and more.
Is there a cost to integrate Yelp data into my AI agent?
Yelp offers a free trial to get started with Fusion AI and the Model Context Protocol. Beyond the trial, we offer a flat pricing tier based on usage volume and features required. Contact our sales team for specific pricing details for your implementation needs.
Does Fusion AI perform any actions?
Functionality to support conversational restaurant reservations (for restaurants that use Yelp Guest Manager) is planned. Future capabilities may include the ability to request a quote from local businesses.
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