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Consumer Trends

Consumer trends, insights and preferences

Consumer Trends

How diners are ordering now

Do most guests prefer to order online or in the restaurant? From a third party or the restaurant's website? Here's what operators need to know.

Consumer Trends

What are college kids eating?

They might be on meal plans now, but these consumers represent restaurants' future dining set. Here's what operators need to know about their habits and preferences.

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Are food trucks and food halls still emerging?

By Sara Rush Wirth on Aug. 26, 2019

These types of venues have both posed a threat—as well as an opportunity—to traditional brick-and-mortar restaurants. So where do they stand with today’s consumers?

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What's driving diners' choices around meat?

By Sara Rush Wirth on Aug. 05, 2019

Consumers are clearly interested in more veggies at the center of the plate—but that doesn’t mean meat is losing favor. So what’s resonating with meat eaters?

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What do consumers want from casual dining?

By Sara Rush Wirth on Aug. 05, 2019

See what diners are saying about the sector as restaurants look to revitalize.

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Eatertainment venues attract today’s consumers

By Patricia Cobe on Aug. 02, 2019

Operations that combine food, drink and activities are gaining nighttime fans.

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Arby’s gives faux-meat fans a ribbing

By Peter Romeo on Jun. 26, 2019

The meat-centric chain has lifted the napkin off its first “megetable,” the carrot-like (but turkey-based) Marrot.

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Political swing states take a stand on a restaurant issue

By Peter Romeo on Jun. 25, 2019

Whether blue or red in 2020, they’re against extending menu labeling.

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10 craveable LTOs on chain menus

By Patricia Cobe on Jun. 12, 2019

Consumers were tempted by the combination of flavors and ingredients in these limited-time offers.

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Clean ingredients are good for business

Sponsored content from our partner Ingredion on Jun. 04, 2019

Consumers’ reasons for dining out vary widely, though convenience and a tasty meal are at the top of the list for many. For some, going out to eat might be an indulgence. Others seek out restaurants t...

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