Research
Bakeries and coffee shops thrive as employees return to the office
Foot traffic in the UK's fast-food business rose by 1%.
Morning and daytime consumer footfall traffic drive market growth
New consumer habits are driving this part of the day.
7 in 10 QSR employees want earned wage access
A survey reveals that the majority of QSR employees are stressed over finances.
Why QSRs should rethink their hot beverage menu in 2024
More consumers are willing to spend more on hot beverages in the next 12 months.
Continued growth of office attendance in city centres benefits fast-food trade
Consumer traffic across the top 100 chains dipped to -1.7% in Q3.
Here are the UK’s top 10 most ordered dishes
The survey also reveals that more UK consumers are trying new dishes this year.
Delivery and takeaway sales climbs on the back of higher menu prices
This segment accounts for just under 15 pence in every pound consumers spend.
Consumer footfall traffic in foodservice slows down to -1.7% in Q3
Where are the remaining growth opportunities?
Survey reveal Brits top 5 favourite pizza toppings
Nearly one in two said they like to customise their shop-bought pizzas with extra toppings.
Restaurant closures slowing could mean return of business confidence: report
Britain’s number of licensed premises has fallen by 3.6% over the last 12 months.
Which LTO category has the highest proportion in fast-food menus?
QSRs are putting more thought into LTOs as a way to enhance value and attract customers.
Fast food menu structure: The averages and extremes of item counts
Most fast-food restaurants refresh at least 50% of their menu items annually.
Convenience is pushing consumers away from takeaways and towards deliveries
Delivery trading went up by 10% whilst takeaway and click-and-collect went down by 3%.
1 in 2 restaurants raising prices to cope with energy costs
Average restaurant and pub bills have surged 81%.
2 in 5 hospitality workers likely to consider a career change
Despite this, 62% of hospitality leaders feel optimistic about their business.
Chart of the Week: Main dishes’ share of the menu surges to almost 50%
Combo meals are on the rise in the UK QSR industry.
