GITNUXREPORT 2026

Dubai Food Industry Statistics

Dubai's dynamic food industry is a major economic driver experiencing rapid, diversified growth.

Alexander Schmidt

Research Analyst specializing in technology and digital transformation trends.

First published: Feb 13, 2026

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62% of Dubai households spend over AED 1,500 monthly on groceries in 2023.

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78% of Dubai residents prefer online grocery shopping, average spend AED 450 per order.

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In 2023, 45% of Dubai consumers increased spending on healthy snacks by 22%.

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Average annual food expenditure per capita in Dubai was AED 12,340 in 2023.

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56% of Dubai millennials opt for plant-based meals weekly, spending AED 800/month.

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Dubai consumers allocated 28% of disposable income to F&B in 2023.

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71% of expats in Dubai prefer international cuisines, average dine-out AED 250/visit.

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Organic food purchases grew 41% in Dubai, average basket AED 180 in 2023.

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64% of Dubai shoppers buy halal-certified products exclusively, premium pricing accepted.

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Coffee consumption per capita in Dubai averaged 3.2 kg annually in 2023.

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52% of Dubai families spend AED 2,100/year on takeaways monthly average.

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Vegan product trial rate among Dubai consumers hit 39% in 2023, repeat buy 67%.

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48% increase in low-sugar product purchases in Dubai supermarkets 2023.

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Dubai tourists spent AED 1,200 average on F&B per visit in 2023.

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73% of Dubai residents prioritize locally sourced produce, willing to pay 15% more.

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Ready-to-heat meals consumption up 29%, average spend AED 65/order in 2023.

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61% of high-income Dubai households buy premium imported cheeses monthly.

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Functional foods spending rose 33% to AED 450/capita in Dubai 2023.

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55% Dubai consumers reduced red meat intake, shifted to poultry spending up 18%.

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E-commerce food sales per user averaged AED 1,890 annually in Dubai 2023.

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67% prefer sustainable packaging, influencing 12% higher spend on such brands.

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Dubai Gen Z spends 40% more on bubble tea and novelty drinks weekly.

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49% of families buy kids' organic snacks, average AED 320/month extra.

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Seafood dining spend per capita AED 890/year in Dubai affluent areas 2023.

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74% loyalty to brands with contactless payment options in F&B.

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Dubai food industry employed 450,000 workers in 2023, 22% of total workforce.

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F&B sector added 35,000 new jobs in Dubai in 2023, growth rate 8.4%.

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68% of Dubai food workers are expatriates from South Asia in 2023.

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Average salary for chefs in Dubai F&B was AED 18,500/month in 2023.

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Women represent 28% of Dubai food industry workforce, up 5% YoY 2023.

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12,500 food safety inspectors employed by Dubai Municipality in 2023.

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Hospitality F&B created 25% of all new tourism jobs in Dubai 2023.

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Turnover rate in Dubai restaurants averaged 24% in 2023.

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42,000 delivery riders employed in Dubai food sector in 2023.

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Skilled bakers numbered 8,200 in Dubai, average wage AED 12,000/month 2023.

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Dubai food processing plants employed 65,000 workers, 15% skilled locals 2023.

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19% increase in Emirati nationals in F&B roles via Nafis program 2023.

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Average workweek for F&B staff in Dubai was 48 hours, overtime 12% 2023.

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7,300 sommeliers and bar staff trained in Dubai 2023.

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Food retail sector employed 110,000, with 30% part-time workers 2023.

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Vocational training enrolled 15,000 in food tech courses Dubai 2023.

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52% of F&B managers in Dubai hold hospitality degrees 2023.

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Labor cost as % of F&B revenue in Dubai averaged 32% in 2023.

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3,200 new farm workers hired for vertical farms in Dubai 2023.

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UAE National Food Security Program trained 4,500 locals for industry 2023.

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Waitstaff employment grew 11%, average tip income AED 4,200/month 2023.

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28,000 supply chain logistics roles in Dubai food sector 2023.

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Gender pay gap in Dubai F&B narrowed to 14% in 2023.

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9,500 quality control specialists in food factories Dubai 2023.

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Youth employment in F&B cafes up 18% to 22,000 in 2023.

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Dubai F&B unions represented 15% of workforce in 2023.

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Remote kitchen supervisors numbered 2,100, new role growth 45% 2023.

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Dubai imported food products worth AED 42.3 billion in 2023, accounting for 85% of consumption.

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In 2023, poultry meat imports to Dubai totaled 450,000 tons valued at AED 5.2 billion.

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Dubai's fresh vegetable imports reached 1.2 million tons in 2023, from India and China primarily.

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Dairy products imports into Dubai were AED 7.8 billion in 2023, 92% from EU and New Zealand.

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In 2023, Dubai exported AED 2.1 billion worth of processed food to GCC countries.

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Seafood imports to Dubai hit 180,000 tons in 2023, valued at AED 4.5 billion.

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Fruits imports into Dubai totaled 950,000 tons in 2023, mainly from South Africa and India.

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Dubai's rice imports were 420,000 tons in 2023, costing AED 2.3 billion.

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In 2023, edible oils imports to Dubai reached AED 3.1 billion, 78% from Malaysia.

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Sugar imports into Dubai amounted to 350,000 tons in 2023, valued at AED 1.4 billion.

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Dubai exported AED 650 million in dates and date products in 2023 to Europe.

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Frozen meat imports to Dubai were 320,000 tons in 2023, AED 4.2 billion value.

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In 2023, Dubai imported 28,000 tons of coffee beans worth AED 890 million.

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Spices imports into Dubai totaled AED 1.2 billion in 2023, from India 65%.

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Dubai's tea imports reached 15,000 tons in 2023, valued at AED 450 million.

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In 2023, canned goods imports to Dubai were AED 2.8 billion.

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Nuts and dried fruits imports hit AED 1.7 billion in Dubai 2023.

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Dubai exported AED 980 million in bottled water and beverages in 2023.

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Pasta and noodles imports to Dubai were 45,000 tons in 2023, AED 320 million.

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In 2023, chocolate and confectionery imports totaled AED 1.5 billion in Dubai.

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Bakery ingredients imports reached AED 950 million in Dubai 2023.

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Dubai imported 12,000 tons of premium wines for F&B in 2023, AED 560 million.

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Grains imports excluding rice were 280,000 tons in Dubai 2023.

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In 2023, Dubai's food import from Brazil was AED 3.4 billion, mainly meat.

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Organic food imports to Dubai grew 35% to AED 1.1 billion in 2023.

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Dubai exported AED 420 million in halal-certified products in 2023.

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In 2023, Dubai's food and beverage sector generated revenues of AED 52.4 billion, representing 8.7% of the emirate's total GDP.

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The Dubai food market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.2% from 2024 to 2028, reaching AED 68.9 billion by 2028.

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In H1 2024, F&B outlets in Dubai reported a 15.3% YoY revenue increase to AED 28.1 billion.

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Dubai's organized food retail sector valued at AED 22.5 billion in 2023, up 9.8% from previous year.

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Quick service restaurants in Dubai contributed AED 14.7 billion to F&B revenues in 2023, a 18.2% growth.

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Fine dining segment in Dubai generated AED 9.3 billion in 2023, driven by tourism recovery.

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Dubai's cloud kitchen market size hit AED 3.8 billion in 2023, with 25% annual growth.

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Grocery retail in Dubai reached AED 18.2 billion in 2023, 11.4% YoY increase.

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Dubai F&B market share of hypermarkets stood at 42% in 2023, valued at AED 22 billion.

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In 2023, Dubai's food delivery market was worth AED 6.5 billion, growing 32% YoY.

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Cafes and coffee shops in Dubai generated AED 7.1 billion in 2023, up 14.6%.

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Dubai's vegan and plant-based food market valued at AED 1.2 billion in 2023, 28% growth.

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Halal food sector in Dubai contributed AED 35.4 billion to economy in 2023.

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Dubai's street food market size was AED 2.1 billion in 2023, with 22% CAGR.

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Premium organic food sales in Dubai hit AED 4.3 billion in 2023, 19.5% increase.

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Dubai F&B tech investments reached AED 1.8 billion in 2023 for digital transformation.

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In 2023, Dubai's bakery and confectionery market was AED 5.6 billion.

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Seafood F&B segment in Dubai valued at AED 3.2 billion in 2023.

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Dubai's ready-to-eat meals market grew to AED 2.9 billion in 2023, 24% YoY.

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Health food stores in Dubai generated AED 1.5 billion revenues in 2023.

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Dubai's F&B export-oriented processing units produced goods worth AED 8.7 billion in 2023.

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In 2023, Dubai's food wholesale market turnover was AED 31.2 billion.

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Casual dining outlets in Dubai earned AED 12.4 billion in 2023.

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Dubai's functional beverages market size reached AED 2.7 billion in 2023.

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Plant-based dairy alternatives in Dubai sold AED 850 million in 2023.

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Dubai's snack food market valued at AED 4.1 billion in 2023, 16% growth.

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In 2023, Dubai F&B e-commerce sales hit AED 9.2 billion.

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Dubai's premium chocolate market generated AED 1.9 billion in 2023.

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Food processing industry in Dubai output AED 15.6 billion in 2023.

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Dubai's meal kit delivery market was AED 1.4 billion in 2023.

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Dubai Municipality enforces 100% HACCP certification for 5,200 food businesses.

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92% of Dubai F&B outlets comply with zero-waste initiatives as of 2023.

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Dubai banned single-use plastics in food packaging from Jan 2024, 85% compliance early.

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Food waste reduction target of 30% by 2030, 15% achieved by 2023 in Dubai.

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450 vertical farms operational in Dubai, producing 20% local greens under agrotech regs.

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All Dubai imports must meet 95% traceability standards per ESMA rules 2023.

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Dubai Food Safety Department conducted 120,000 inspections in 2023, 98% pass rate.

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Halal certification mandatory for 100% of meat imports, audited by 50 centers 2023.

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Dubai aims for 50% local dairy production by 2030, subsidies cover 25% now.

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Carbon footprint labeling required for packaged foods in Dubai from 2024.

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75% of Dubai restaurants use energy-efficient appliances per DEWA regs 2023.

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Water usage in food processing capped at 20% reduction target met 2023.

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Organic farming certified on 15,000 hectares around Dubai under 2023 rules.

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GMO foods prohibited in Dubai markets, 100% compliance enforced 2023.

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Dubai Food Festival mandates sustainable sourcing for participants 2023.

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88% recyclability rate for F&B packaging enforced by new law 2023.

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Antibiotics in poultry imports limited to 0.1mg/kg per Dubai regs 2023.

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Dubai vertical farming grants AED 50M to 200 projects for food security 2023.

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All F&B businesses must report emissions annually starting 2023.

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65% of seafood served in Dubai is MSC-certified sustainable 2023.

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Dubai enacts farm-to-table traceability app mandatory for chains 2023.

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Plastic-free zones in 50 Dubai markets fully implemented 2023.

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Energy Star rating compulsory for new F&B equipment imports 2023.

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Dubai composts 40,000 tons food waste annually via regulated plants 2023.

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Local content requirement 10% for food supply chains in govt contracts 2023.

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Fueling both its skyline and economy, Dubai's food industry served up a staggering AED 52.4 billion in revenue last year, proving that the city's culinary ambitions are as vast as its towers.

Key Takeaways

In 2023, Dubai's food and beverage sector generated revenues of AED 52.4 billion, representing 8.7% of the emirate's total GDP.
The Dubai food market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.2% from 2024 to 2028, reaching AED 68.9 billion by 2028.
In H1 2024, F&B outlets in Dubai reported a 15.3% YoY revenue increase to AED 28.1 billion.
Dubai imported food products worth AED 42.3 billion in 2023, accounting for 85% of consumption.
In 2023, poultry meat imports to Dubai totaled 450,000 tons valued at AED 5.2 billion.
Dubai's fresh vegetable imports reached 1.2 million tons in 2023, from India and China primarily.
62% of Dubai households spend over AED 1,500 monthly on groceries in 2023.
78% of Dubai residents prefer online grocery shopping, average spend AED 450 per order.
In 2023, 45% of Dubai consumers increased spending on healthy snacks by 22%.
Dubai food industry employed 450,000 workers in 2023, 22% of total workforce.
F&B sector added 35,000 new jobs in Dubai in 2023, growth rate 8.4%.
68% of Dubai food workers are expatriates from South Asia in 2023.
Dubai Municipality enforces 100% HACCP certification for 5,200 food businesses.
92% of Dubai F&B outlets comply with zero-waste initiatives as of 2023.
Dubai banned single-use plastics in food packaging from Jan 2024, 85% compliance early.

Dubai's dynamic food industry is a major economic driver experiencing rapid, diversified growth.

Consumer Spending and Preferences

62% of Dubai households spend over AED 1,500 monthly on groceries in 2023.
78% of Dubai residents prefer online grocery shopping, average spend AED 450 per order.
In 2023, 45% of Dubai consumers increased spending on healthy snacks by 22%.
Average annual food expenditure per capita in Dubai was AED 12,340 in 2023.
56% of Dubai millennials opt for plant-based meals weekly, spending AED 800/month.
Dubai consumers allocated 28% of disposable income to F&B in 2023.
71% of expats in Dubai prefer international cuisines, average dine-out AED 250/visit.
Organic food purchases grew 41% in Dubai, average basket AED 180 in 2023.
64% of Dubai shoppers buy halal-certified products exclusively, premium pricing accepted.
Coffee consumption per capita in Dubai averaged 3.2 kg annually in 2023.
52% of Dubai families spend AED 2,100/year on takeaways monthly average.
Vegan product trial rate among Dubai consumers hit 39% in 2023, repeat buy 67%.
48% increase in low-sugar product purchases in Dubai supermarkets 2023.
Dubai tourists spent AED 1,200 average on F&B per visit in 2023.
73% of Dubai residents prioritize locally sourced produce, willing to pay 15% more.
Ready-to-heat meals consumption up 29%, average spend AED 65/order in 2023.
61% of high-income Dubai households buy premium imported cheeses monthly.
Functional foods spending rose 33% to AED 450/capita in Dubai 2023.
55% Dubai consumers reduced red meat intake, shifted to poultry spending up 18%.
E-commerce food sales per user averaged AED 1,890 annually in Dubai 2023.
67% prefer sustainable packaging, influencing 12% higher spend on such brands.
Dubai Gen Z spends 40% more on bubble tea and novelty drinks weekly.
49% of families buy kids' organic snacks, average AED 320/month extra.
Seafood dining spend per capita AED 890/year in Dubai affluent areas 2023.
74% loyalty to brands with contactless payment options in F&B.

Consumer Spending and Preferences Interpretation

Dubai's grocery carts are a fascinating fusion of high-tech convenience and high-conscience spending, where households willingly pay a premium for online delivery, healthy organic snacks, and sustainable packaging, all while their taste buds take regular international vacations.

Employment and Labor

Dubai food industry employed 450,000 workers in 2023, 22% of total workforce.
F&B sector added 35,000 new jobs in Dubai in 2023, growth rate 8.4%.
68% of Dubai food workers are expatriates from South Asia in 2023.
Average salary for chefs in Dubai F&B was AED 18,500/month in 2023.
Women represent 28% of Dubai food industry workforce, up 5% YoY 2023.
12,500 food safety inspectors employed by Dubai Municipality in 2023.
Hospitality F&B created 25% of all new tourism jobs in Dubai 2023.
Turnover rate in Dubai restaurants averaged 24% in 2023.
42,000 delivery riders employed in Dubai food sector in 2023.
Skilled bakers numbered 8,200 in Dubai, average wage AED 12,000/month 2023.
Dubai food processing plants employed 65,000 workers, 15% skilled locals 2023.
19% increase in Emirati nationals in F&B roles via Nafis program 2023.
Average workweek for F&B staff in Dubai was 48 hours, overtime 12% 2023.
7,300 sommeliers and bar staff trained in Dubai 2023.
Food retail sector employed 110,000, with 30% part-time workers 2023.
Vocational training enrolled 15,000 in food tech courses Dubai 2023.
52% of F&B managers in Dubai hold hospitality degrees 2023.
Labor cost as % of F&B revenue in Dubai averaged 32% in 2023.
3,200 new farm workers hired for vertical farms in Dubai 2023.
UAE National Food Security Program trained 4,500 locals for industry 2023.
Waitstaff employment grew 11%, average tip income AED 4,200/month 2023.
28,000 supply chain logistics roles in Dubai food sector 2023.
Gender pay gap in Dubai F&B narrowed to 14% in 2023.
9,500 quality control specialists in food factories Dubai 2023.
Youth employment in F&B cafes up 18% to 22,000 in 2023.
Dubai F&B unions represented 15% of workforce in 2023.
Remote kitchen supervisors numbered 2,100, new role growth 45% 2023.

Employment and Labor Interpretation

While Dubai's food industry, powered largely by an imported workforce, serves up impressive economic growth and culinary ambition, its hunger for labor reveals a complex recipe of opportunity, disparity, and relentless pressure simmering just beneath the glossy surface.

Import and Export Data

Dubai imported food products worth AED 42.3 billion in 2023, accounting for 85% of consumption.
In 2023, poultry meat imports to Dubai totaled 450,000 tons valued at AED 5.2 billion.
Dubai's fresh vegetable imports reached 1.2 million tons in 2023, from India and China primarily.
Dairy products imports into Dubai were AED 7.8 billion in 2023, 92% from EU and New Zealand.
In 2023, Dubai exported AED 2.1 billion worth of processed food to GCC countries.
Seafood imports to Dubai hit 180,000 tons in 2023, valued at AED 4.5 billion.
Fruits imports into Dubai totaled 950,000 tons in 2023, mainly from South Africa and India.
Dubai's rice imports were 420,000 tons in 2023, costing AED 2.3 billion.
In 2023, edible oils imports to Dubai reached AED 3.1 billion, 78% from Malaysia.
Sugar imports into Dubai amounted to 350,000 tons in 2023, valued at AED 1.4 billion.
Dubai exported AED 650 million in dates and date products in 2023 to Europe.
Frozen meat imports to Dubai were 320,000 tons in 2023, AED 4.2 billion value.
In 2023, Dubai imported 28,000 tons of coffee beans worth AED 890 million.
Spices imports into Dubai totaled AED 1.2 billion in 2023, from India 65%.
Dubai's tea imports reached 15,000 tons in 2023, valued at AED 450 million.
In 2023, canned goods imports to Dubai were AED 2.8 billion.
Nuts and dried fruits imports hit AED 1.7 billion in Dubai 2023.
Dubai exported AED 980 million in bottled water and beverages in 2023.
Pasta and noodles imports to Dubai were 45,000 tons in 2023, AED 320 million.
In 2023, chocolate and confectionery imports totaled AED 1.5 billion in Dubai.
Bakery ingredients imports reached AED 950 million in Dubai 2023.
Dubai imported 12,000 tons of premium wines for F&B in 2023, AED 560 million.
Grains imports excluding rice were 280,000 tons in Dubai 2023.
In 2023, Dubai's food import from Brazil was AED 3.4 billion, mainly meat.
Organic food imports to Dubai grew 35% to AED 1.1 billion in 2023.
Dubai exported AED 420 million in halal-certified products in 2023.

Import and Export Data Interpretation

While Dubai serves as a glittering global pantry, its dining tables are a stark reminder that the city's sustenance is overwhelmingly imported, painting a portrait of a trade titan that feeds itself from the world but nourishes its neighbors in return.

Market Size and Revenue

In 2023, Dubai's food and beverage sector generated revenues of AED 52.4 billion, representing 8.7% of the emirate's total GDP.
The Dubai food market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.2% from 2024 to 2028, reaching AED 68.9 billion by 2028.
In H1 2024, F&B outlets in Dubai reported a 15.3% YoY revenue increase to AED 28.1 billion.
Dubai's organized food retail sector valued at AED 22.5 billion in 2023, up 9.8% from previous year.
Quick service restaurants in Dubai contributed AED 14.7 billion to F&B revenues in 2023, a 18.2% growth.
Fine dining segment in Dubai generated AED 9.3 billion in 2023, driven by tourism recovery.
Dubai's cloud kitchen market size hit AED 3.8 billion in 2023, with 25% annual growth.
Grocery retail in Dubai reached AED 18.2 billion in 2023, 11.4% YoY increase.
Dubai F&B market share of hypermarkets stood at 42% in 2023, valued at AED 22 billion.
In 2023, Dubai's food delivery market was worth AED 6.5 billion, growing 32% YoY.
Cafes and coffee shops in Dubai generated AED 7.1 billion in 2023, up 14.6%.
Dubai's vegan and plant-based food market valued at AED 1.2 billion in 2023, 28% growth.
Halal food sector in Dubai contributed AED 35.4 billion to economy in 2023.
Dubai's street food market size was AED 2.1 billion in 2023, with 22% CAGR.
Premium organic food sales in Dubai hit AED 4.3 billion in 2023, 19.5% increase.
Dubai F&B tech investments reached AED 1.8 billion in 2023 for digital transformation.
In 2023, Dubai's bakery and confectionery market was AED 5.6 billion.
Seafood F&B segment in Dubai valued at AED 3.2 billion in 2023.
Dubai's ready-to-eat meals market grew to AED 2.9 billion in 2023, 24% YoY.
Health food stores in Dubai generated AED 1.5 billion revenues in 2023.
Dubai's F&B export-oriented processing units produced goods worth AED 8.7 billion in 2023.
In 2023, Dubai's food wholesale market turnover was AED 31.2 billion.
Casual dining outlets in Dubai earned AED 12.4 billion in 2023.
Dubai's functional beverages market size reached AED 2.7 billion in 2023.
Plant-based dairy alternatives in Dubai sold AED 850 million in 2023.
Dubai's snack food market valued at AED 4.1 billion in 2023, 16% growth.
In 2023, Dubai F&B e-commerce sales hit AED 9.2 billion.
Dubai's premium chocolate market generated AED 1.9 billion in 2023.
Food processing industry in Dubai output AED 15.6 billion in 2023.
Dubai's meal kit delivery market was AED 1.4 billion in 2023.

Market Size and Revenue Interpretation

Dubai's entire economy has a serious case of the munchies, as its food sector—from cloud kitchens to caviar—is expanding in every direction faster than a tourist's eyes at a Friday brunch buffet.

Sustainability and Regulations

Dubai Municipality enforces 100% HACCP certification for 5,200 food businesses.
92% of Dubai F&B outlets comply with zero-waste initiatives as of 2023.
Dubai banned single-use plastics in food packaging from Jan 2024, 85% compliance early.
Food waste reduction target of 30% by 2030, 15% achieved by 2023 in Dubai.
450 vertical farms operational in Dubai, producing 20% local greens under agrotech regs.
All Dubai imports must meet 95% traceability standards per ESMA rules 2023.
Dubai Food Safety Department conducted 120,000 inspections in 2023, 98% pass rate.
Halal certification mandatory for 100% of meat imports, audited by 50 centers 2023.
Dubai aims for 50% local dairy production by 2030, subsidies cover 25% now.
Carbon footprint labeling required for packaged foods in Dubai from 2024.
75% of Dubai restaurants use energy-efficient appliances per DEWA regs 2023.
Water usage in food processing capped at 20% reduction target met 2023.
Organic farming certified on 15,000 hectares around Dubai under 2023 rules.
GMO foods prohibited in Dubai markets, 100% compliance enforced 2023.
Dubai Food Festival mandates sustainable sourcing for participants 2023.
88% recyclability rate for F&B packaging enforced by new law 2023.
Antibiotics in poultry imports limited to 0.1mg/kg per Dubai regs 2023.
Dubai vertical farming grants AED 50M to 200 projects for food security 2023.
All F&B businesses must report emissions annually starting 2023.
65% of seafood served in Dubai is MSC-certified sustainable 2023.
Dubai enacts farm-to-table traceability app mandatory for chains 2023.
Plastic-free zones in 50 Dubai markets fully implemented 2023.
Energy Star rating compulsory for new F&B equipment imports 2023.
Dubai composts 40,000 tons food waste annually via regulated plants 2023.
Local content requirement 10% for food supply chains in govt contracts 2023.

Sustainability and Regulations Interpretation

Dubai isn't just serving dinner; it's meticulously engineering a sustainable, traceable, and hyper-regulated food ecosystem where even your lettuce has a better digital footprint than most of us.

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