Research
Solo diners account for nearly half of orders in 2025
Solo diners account for nearly half of orders in 2025
Over half of these meals fall in the $10–$30+ range and include snacks and drinks.
Why anxiety is driving customisable food choices
Small, deliberate food choices are increasingly used as a way to manage stress and assert control.
Grocery meals gain share as restaurants feel the squeeze
Cost is the biggest driver, named by 28% of consumers.
Subway sees fermented flavours and texture driving 2026 menus
EMEA culinary outlook highlights flavour depth, sensory experience and value
Restaurant closures mount as UK sector sees first decline
Being selective and budget-minded could help people keep eating out.
TGI Fridays’ relaunch falters amidst casual dining slump
Falling footfall, rising costs, and a delayed revamp hurt the brand.
Consumers slash spending on dining and takeaways
Nearly 60% of people would save a £5,000 windfall or use it to pay off debt.
Valentine’s Day delivers busiest Whopper Wednesday of 2025
Burger King has unveiled its annual consumption habit report.
How are the UK and US dining cultures converging?
Both markets prioritised sustainability, provenance, and immersive hospitality.
UK diners lean toward group meals despite cost pressures
36% of Brits want to see more group and private dining in 2026.
Price spread between fast-food and coffee chains exceeds 100%
Core items such as cappuccino and latte prices rose by about 9%, whilst speciality drinks have surged even more sharply.
7 in 10 say taste is 80% mental, study reveals
45% would rather not eat if they see their most hated toppings on a pizza.
Hot drink prices outpace fast food as seasonal specials surge
Limited-time drinks now cost 22% to 25% more than regular options.
Dublin’s fast-food density thins out amidst 7% annual fall in October
This marks the sharpest drop in three years.
Nearly 4 in 10 Brits are cutting back on dining out, survey finds
Roughly eight in 10 diners believe restaurant prices have gone up over the last year.
UK foodservice market to expand at 6.6% CAGR through 2030
Restaurants providing clear dietary information are building trust and encouraging repeat visits.
Afternoons now drives coffee traffic
Mid-afternoon to early evenings have become the fastest-growing daypart for coffee shops and bakeries.
