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The next big thing on restaurant menus

Our trendspotters looked into their collective crystal balls to ID the next iterations of popular menu items. Here are their predictions. By Patricia Cobe on Jan. 24, 2025
Instant ramen is the next grab-and-go item. | Illustration by Nico Heins/Midjourney

Espresso martinis, croissants and Aperol spritzes have had their time in the spotlight. Perhaps these next food and drink iterations are ready to shine in 2025.

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Pat plans and executes menu, food and drink stories for Restaurant Business and hosts the weekly Menu Talk podcast. She provides in-depth coverage of chefs, trends and menu innovation.
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