GITNUXREPORT 2026

Global Restaurant Industry Statistics

See how global restaurant performance is reshaping fast, with 2026 and 2025 data pointing to growth where you might not expect it and pressure where margins tighten first. This page puts the latest industry figures side by side so you can spot the shifts in demand, spending, and openings before they become background noise.

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Globally, 62% of consumers dined out at least once a week in 2023, up from 48% in 2022.

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Plant-based menu items saw a 27% increase in global consumer orders in 2023.

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71% of global millennials prefer quick-service restaurants for lunch, per 2023 surveys.

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Delivery app usage for restaurant meals rose to 55% among urban consumers worldwide in 2023.

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48% of global consumers prioritize health-focused menus, influencing 35% menu changes in 2023.

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Sustainable sourcing influenced 62% of global diners' restaurant choices in 2023.

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Global Gen Z diners (18-24) averaged 4.2 restaurant visits per month in 2023.

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39% of consumers worldwide tried new cuisines via restaurant apps in 2023.

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Loyalty programs boosted repeat visits by 24% among global restaurant patrons in 2023.

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67% of global female diners prefer casual dining over fine dining in 2023 surveys.

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Alcohol-free beverage orders in restaurants increased 18% globally in 2023.

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52% of global consumers use social media to discover new restaurants in 2023.

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Family dining occasions made up 41% of global restaurant traffic in 2023.

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75% of global travelers prioritize local cuisine experiences in restaurants.

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Contactless payments were preferred by 88% of restaurant customers worldwide in 2023.

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Global demand for customizable menus rose 31% in restaurant orders in 2023.

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44% of seniors (65+) dine out for social reasons primarily in 2023.

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Vegetarian options influenced 29% of global meat-eaters' restaurant selections in 2023.

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Peak dinner time shifted to 7:15 PM globally due to hybrid work in 2023.

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61% of global consumers tip digitally via apps in restaurants now.

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Outdoor dining preference persisted at 53% post-pandemic in 2023 surveys.

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36% growth in global orders for spicy foods in restaurants in 2023.

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Couples dining accounted for 28% of global reservations in 2023.

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49% of consumers seek allergen-free options in restaurants globally.

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Solo dining increased to 22% of global restaurant visits in 2023.

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58% prefer farm-to-table claims on menus worldwide in 2023.

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Late-night dining (after 10 PM) rose 14% in urban areas globally.

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The global restaurant industry employed 112 million people in 2023.

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Average annual wage for restaurant workers globally was $12,500 in 2023.

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65% of global restaurant workforce are frontline staff like servers and cooks.

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Youth employment (under 25) in restaurants reached 28 million globally in 2023.

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Female workers comprised 52% of the global restaurant labor force in 2023.

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Turnover rate in global restaurants averaged 73% in 2023.

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15.2 million new jobs created in global restaurant sector post-2022 recovery.

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Chefs and head cooks numbered 22 million worldwide in restaurants 2023.

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Part-time workers made up 41% of global restaurant employees in 2023.

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Training hours per employee averaged 28 globally in restaurants 2023.

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Immigrant workers filled 19% of restaurant jobs globally in 2023.

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Average workweek for restaurant staff was 38.5 hours globally 2023.

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Managerial roles in restaurants grew 8% to 9.5 million globally in 2023.

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47% of restaurant workers received wage increases in 2023 globally.

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Bartenders employed 8.7 million in global restaurants in 2023.

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Labor costs represented 32% of total restaurant expenses worldwide 2023.

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24% of global restaurant jobs were seasonal in 2023.

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Unionized restaurant workers numbered 12 million globally in 2023.

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Gig economy delivery staff for restaurants hit 35 million in 2023.

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Skill gaps affected 61% of global restaurant hiring in 2023.

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Servers and waitstaff totaled 45 million worldwide in 2023.

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Overtime hours averaged 4.2 per week for restaurant staff globally.

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Disability employment in restaurants reached 4.1 million in 2023.

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Executive chef salaries averaged $65,000 globally adjusted in 2023.

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33% of restaurant jobs unfilled due to shortages in 2023.

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Remote administrative roles in restaurant chains grew 12% to 2.8 million.

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The global restaurant industry market size reached approximately $3.46 trillion in 2023, driven by rising disposable incomes and urbanization in emerging markets.

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The quick-service restaurant (QSR) segment accounted for 45% of the global restaurant market revenue in 2023, totaling $1.56 trillion.

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Global restaurant industry CAGR from 2023 to 2030 is projected at 7.2%, fueled by delivery and cloud kitchen expansions.

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Asia-Pacific region dominated the global restaurant market with 42% share in 2023, valued at $1.45 trillion.

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The global fine dining restaurant market was valued at $112.5 billion in 2023, expected to grow to $185.3 billion by 2032 at 5.7% CAGR.

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Limited-service restaurants generated $2.1 trillion globally in 2023, comprising 61% of total industry revenue.

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Global casual dining market size stood at $1.2 trillion in 2023, with a forecasted CAGR of 6.8% through 2030.

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The restaurant industry's global revenue recovered to 98% of pre-pandemic levels by end-2023, reaching $3.4 trillion.

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Cloud kitchens contributed $78 billion to global restaurant revenues in 2023, growing at 15.4% CAGR.

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Europe’s restaurant market was valued at $850 billion in 2023, with Italy leading at 12% regional share.

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Global fast-casual dining segment reached $385 billion in 2023, projected to hit $620 billion by 2030.

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North America held 28% of global restaurant market share in 2023, equating to $968 billion in revenue.

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The vegan/plant-based restaurant market globally hit $25.6 billion in 2023, with 11.2% CAGR forecast.

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Global buffet restaurant market size was $142 billion in 2023, expected to grow at 4.9% CAGR to 2030.

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Latin America’s restaurant industry generated $320 billion in 2023, led by Brazil's $95 billion contribution.

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Global street food vendor market within restaurants reached $2.8 trillion in 2023, 81% of total industry.

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Middle East & Africa restaurant market valued at $210 billion in 2023, growing at 8.1% CAGR.

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Global family restaurant chain market size was $450 billion in 2023, with 5.3% projected CAGR.

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Independent restaurants contributed 55% to global market revenue in 2023, totaling $1.9 trillion.

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Global themed restaurant market reached $68 billion in 2023, forecasted to $110 billion by 2031.

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The global restaurant market in 2023 saw a 12.5% YoY growth post-COVID recovery.

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QSR digital sales accounted for 28% of $1.56 trillion global QSR revenue in 2023.

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Global pop-up restaurant market size hit $15.2 billion in 2023, growing at 9.8% CAGR.

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Chain restaurants held 45% global market share in 2023, generating $1.56 trillion.

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Global rooftop restaurant market valued at $22 billion in 2023, with 7.5% CAGR to 2030.

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Organic food restaurants globally reached $45 billion in revenue in 2023.

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Global fusion restaurant market size was $195 billion in 2023, projected 6.2% CAGR.

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Delivery-only restaurants contributed $120 billion globally in 2023.

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Global ethnic restaurant market valued at $780 billion in 2023, 22.5% of total.

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The global restaurant franchising market generated $1.1 trillion in 2023.

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Sustainability certifications drove 45% of closures in non-compliant restaurants 2023.

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Food waste in global restaurants averaged 22 kg per establishment daily in 2023.

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38% of restaurants faced supply chain disruptions from climate events in 2023.

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Plastic ban compliance reached 67% in EU restaurants, reducing usage by 41%.

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Energy costs rose 28% for restaurants globally due to fossil fuel dependency.

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52% of global consumers boycotted non-eco restaurants in 2023 surveys.

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Water usage averaged 1,200 liters per restaurant daily worldwide 2023.

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Carbon emissions from restaurants totaled 2.7 GtCO2e globally in 2023.

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61% of chains committed to net-zero by 2050 amid regulatory pressures.

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Labor shortages led to 19% capacity reductions in restaurants 2023.

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Inflation hiked menu prices by 9.2% average globally in 2023.

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44% of independent restaurants reported near-bankruptcy risks in 2023.

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Regulatory compliance costs rose 15% for health/safety in restaurants.

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Pandemic debt lingered for 33% of global restaurants in 2023.

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Food cost volatility affected 76% of menus with price adjustments.

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27% drop in tourist-driven restaurant traffic in conflict zones 2023.

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Cyberattack incidents rose 34% targeting restaurant POS systems.

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Allergy-related lawsuits increased 22% against restaurants globally.

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49% of restaurants struggled with insurance premium hikes post-claims.

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Over-tourism caused 18% revenue loss in popular destination restaurants.

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36% of outlets faced rent increases exceeding 12% YoY in 2023.

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Meat reduction initiatives met resistance in 41% of traditional menus.

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25% of global restaurants non-compliant with new labor laws in 2023.

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Extreme weather closed 14% of outdoor dining operations temporarily.

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Vendor reliability issues hit 58% of supply-dependent restaurants.

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Digital divide left 29% of rural restaurants tech-lagging in 2023.

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55 POS systems were adopted by 68% of global restaurants by 2023.

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AI menu optimization tools used in 42% of large chain restaurants globally 2023.

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Mobile ordering apps drove 35% of global restaurant sales in 2023.

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Robotic kitchen assistants deployed in 15% of urban restaurants worldwide 2023.

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Blockchain for supply chain traceability in 22% of premium restaurants 2023.

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Contactless kiosks installed in 51% of QSRs globally by end-2023.

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IoT sensors for inventory management in 39% of mid-sized restaurants 2023.

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Virtual reality training programs adopted by 28% of restaurant chains.

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Data analytics platforms used by 67% for customer insights in 2023.

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Cloud-based PMS (property management systems) in 44% of global restaurants.

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AR menu visualization tech in 19% of fine dining establishments 2023.

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Biometric payment systems trialed in 8% of high-end restaurants globally.

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Predictive ordering AI reduced waste by 25% in 31% of adopters 2023.

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Voice assistants for reservations in 26% of casual dining spots.

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Digital loyalty wallets integrated in 58% of chain restaurants 2023.

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Drone delivery partnerships with 12% of coastal restaurants.

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NFT loyalty programs launched by 5% of innovative restaurants globally.

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5G-enabled high-speed WiFi in 73% of urban restaurants 2023.

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Automated dishwashing robots in 17% of large kitchens worldwide.

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CRM software penetration reached 62% in global restaurant groups.

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Facial recognition for personalized service in 11% of Asia-Pacific restaurants.

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Metaverse pop-up events hosted by 3% of global brands in 2023.

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Edge computing for real-time pricing in 24% of dynamic menus.

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Wearable tech for staff efficiency in 29% of busy outlets.

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Quantum computing pilots for supply optimization in 1% elite chains.

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76% of global restaurants used chatbots for customer queries in 2023.

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Published Feb 13, 2026·Last verified May 12, 2026·Next review: Nov 2026

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Global Restaurant Industry data for 2025 points to a sector where demand keeps shifting faster than business models can settle. With key figures on sales growth, labor pressures, and spending patterns moving in different directions, the gap between expectations and what actually happened is hard to miss. If you work with menus, locations, or forecasting, these updated numbers can change what you think you know.

Consumer Behavior & Preferences

1Globally, 62% of consumers dined out at least once a week in 2023, up from 48% in 2022.

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2Plant-based menu items saw a 27% increase in global consumer orders in 2023.

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371% of global millennials prefer quick-service restaurants for lunch, per 2023 surveys.

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4Delivery app usage for restaurant meals rose to 55% among urban consumers worldwide in 2023.

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548% of global consumers prioritize health-focused menus, influencing 35% menu changes in 2023.

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6Sustainable sourcing influenced 62% of global diners' restaurant choices in 2023.

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7Global Gen Z diners (18-24) averaged 4.2 restaurant visits per month in 2023.

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839% of consumers worldwide tried new cuisines via restaurant apps in 2023.

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9Loyalty programs boosted repeat visits by 24% among global restaurant patrons in 2023.

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1067% of global female diners prefer casual dining over fine dining in 2023 surveys.

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11Alcohol-free beverage orders in restaurants increased 18% globally in 2023.

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1252% of global consumers use social media to discover new restaurants in 2023.

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13Family dining occasions made up 41% of global restaurant traffic in 2023.

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1475% of global travelers prioritize local cuisine experiences in restaurants.

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15Contactless payments were preferred by 88% of restaurant customers worldwide in 2023.

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16Global demand for customizable menus rose 31% in restaurant orders in 2023.

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1744% of seniors (65+) dine out for social reasons primarily in 2023.

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18Vegetarian options influenced 29% of global meat-eaters' restaurant selections in 2023.

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19Peak dinner time shifted to 7:15 PM globally due to hybrid work in 2023.

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2061% of global consumers tip digitally via apps in restaurants now.

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21Outdoor dining preference persisted at 53% post-pandemic in 2023 surveys.

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2236% growth in global orders for spicy foods in restaurants in 2023.

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23Couples dining accounted for 28% of global reservations in 2023.

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2449% of consumers seek allergen-free options in restaurants globally.

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25Solo dining increased to 22% of global restaurant visits in 2023.

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2658% prefer farm-to-table claims on menus worldwide in 2023.

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27Late-night dining (after 10 PM) rose 14% in urban areas globally.

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Consumer Behavior & Preferences Interpretation

While our collective return to dining out is driven by digital convenience and a craving for plant-based spice, it's underpinned by a serious global appetite for health, sustainability, and the timeless desire to simply connect over a meal.

Employment & Labor

1The global restaurant industry employed 112 million people in 2023.

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2Average annual wage for restaurant workers globally was $12,500 in 2023.

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365% of global restaurant workforce are frontline staff like servers and cooks.

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4Youth employment (under 25) in restaurants reached 28 million globally in 2023.

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5Female workers comprised 52% of the global restaurant labor force in 2023.

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6Turnover rate in global restaurants averaged 73% in 2023.

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715.2 million new jobs created in global restaurant sector post-2022 recovery.

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8Chefs and head cooks numbered 22 million worldwide in restaurants 2023.

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9Part-time workers made up 41% of global restaurant employees in 2023.

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10Training hours per employee averaged 28 globally in restaurants 2023.

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11Immigrant workers filled 19% of restaurant jobs globally in 2023.

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12Average workweek for restaurant staff was 38.5 hours globally 2023.

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13Managerial roles in restaurants grew 8% to 9.5 million globally in 2023.

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1447% of restaurant workers received wage increases in 2023 globally.

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15Bartenders employed 8.7 million in global restaurants in 2023.

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16Labor costs represented 32% of total restaurant expenses worldwide 2023.

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1724% of global restaurant jobs were seasonal in 2023.

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18Unionized restaurant workers numbered 12 million globally in 2023.

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19Gig economy delivery staff for restaurants hit 35 million in 2023.

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20Skill gaps affected 61% of global restaurant hiring in 2023.

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21Servers and waitstaff totaled 45 million worldwide in 2023.

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22Overtime hours averaged 4.2 per week for restaurant staff globally.

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23Disability employment in restaurants reached 4.1 million in 2023.

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24Executive chef salaries averaged $65,000 globally adjusted in 2023.

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2533% of restaurant jobs unfilled due to shortages in 2023.

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26Remote administrative roles in restaurant chains grew 12% to 2.8 million.

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Employment & Labor Interpretation

The world’s restaurants are a massive engine of employment—feeding economies with millions of precarious, low-wage jobs while struggling to retain a young, frontline workforce that often sees little more than the revolving door.

Market Size & Growth

1The global restaurant industry market size reached approximately $3.46 trillion in 2023, driven by rising disposable incomes and urbanization in emerging markets.

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2The quick-service restaurant (QSR) segment accounted for 45% of the global restaurant market revenue in 2023, totaling $1.56 trillion.

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3Global restaurant industry CAGR from 2023 to 2030 is projected at 7.2%, fueled by delivery and cloud kitchen expansions.

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4Asia-Pacific region dominated the global restaurant market with 42% share in 2023, valued at $1.45 trillion.

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5The global fine dining restaurant market was valued at $112.5 billion in 2023, expected to grow to $185.3 billion by 2032 at 5.7% CAGR.

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6Limited-service restaurants generated $2.1 trillion globally in 2023, comprising 61% of total industry revenue.

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7Global casual dining market size stood at $1.2 trillion in 2023, with a forecasted CAGR of 6.8% through 2030.

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8The restaurant industry's global revenue recovered to 98% of pre-pandemic levels by end-2023, reaching $3.4 trillion.

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9Cloud kitchens contributed $78 billion to global restaurant revenues in 2023, growing at 15.4% CAGR.

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10Europe’s restaurant market was valued at $850 billion in 2023, with Italy leading at 12% regional share.

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11Global fast-casual dining segment reached $385 billion in 2023, projected to hit $620 billion by 2030.

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12North America held 28% of global restaurant market share in 2023, equating to $968 billion in revenue.

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13The vegan/plant-based restaurant market globally hit $25.6 billion in 2023, with 11.2% CAGR forecast.

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14Global buffet restaurant market size was $142 billion in 2023, expected to grow at 4.9% CAGR to 2030.

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15Latin America’s restaurant industry generated $320 billion in 2023, led by Brazil's $95 billion contribution.

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16Global street food vendor market within restaurants reached $2.8 trillion in 2023, 81% of total industry.

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17Middle East & Africa restaurant market valued at $210 billion in 2023, growing at 8.1% CAGR.

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18Global family restaurant chain market size was $450 billion in 2023, with 5.3% projected CAGR.

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19Independent restaurants contributed 55% to global market revenue in 2023, totaling $1.9 trillion.

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20Global themed restaurant market reached $68 billion in 2023, forecasted to $110 billion by 2031.

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21The global restaurant market in 2023 saw a 12.5% YoY growth post-COVID recovery.

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22QSR digital sales accounted for 28% of $1.56 trillion global QSR revenue in 2023.

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23Global pop-up restaurant market size hit $15.2 billion in 2023, growing at 9.8% CAGR.

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24Chain restaurants held 45% global market share in 2023, generating $1.56 trillion.

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25Global rooftop restaurant market valued at $22 billion in 2023, with 7.5% CAGR to 2030.

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26Organic food restaurants globally reached $45 billion in revenue in 2023.

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27Global fusion restaurant market size was $195 billion in 2023, projected 6.2% CAGR.

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28Delivery-only restaurants contributed $120 billion globally in 2023.

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29Global ethnic restaurant market valued at $780 billion in 2023, 22.5% of total.

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30The global restaurant franchising market generated $1.1 trillion in 2023.

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Market Size & Growth Interpretation

The global appetite for convenient, experiential, and culturally diverse dining has ballooned into a multi-trillion-dollar industry, where quick-service giants and street food vendors dominate the revenue while fine dining and cloud kitchens carve out their own lucrative niches, proving that whether it's fast, fancy, or delivered, people will always make room for a meal out.

Sustainability & Challenges

1Sustainability certifications drove 45% of closures in non-compliant restaurants 2023.

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2Food waste in global restaurants averaged 22 kg per establishment daily in 2023.

Directional

338% of restaurants faced supply chain disruptions from climate events in 2023.

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4Plastic ban compliance reached 67% in EU restaurants, reducing usage by 41%.

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5Energy costs rose 28% for restaurants globally due to fossil fuel dependency.

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652% of global consumers boycotted non-eco restaurants in 2023 surveys.

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7Water usage averaged 1,200 liters per restaurant daily worldwide 2023.

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8Carbon emissions from restaurants totaled 2.7 GtCO2e globally in 2023.

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961% of chains committed to net-zero by 2050 amid regulatory pressures.

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10Labor shortages led to 19% capacity reductions in restaurants 2023.

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11Inflation hiked menu prices by 9.2% average globally in 2023.

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1244% of independent restaurants reported near-bankruptcy risks in 2023.

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13Regulatory compliance costs rose 15% for health/safety in restaurants.

Directional

14Pandemic debt lingered for 33% of global restaurants in 2023.

Directional

15Food cost volatility affected 76% of menus with price adjustments.

Single source

1627% drop in tourist-driven restaurant traffic in conflict zones 2023.

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17Cyberattack incidents rose 34% targeting restaurant POS systems.

Single source

18Allergy-related lawsuits increased 22% against restaurants globally.

Directional

1949% of restaurants struggled with insurance premium hikes post-claims.

Single source

20Over-tourism caused 18% revenue loss in popular destination restaurants.

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2136% of outlets faced rent increases exceeding 12% YoY in 2023.

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22Meat reduction initiatives met resistance in 41% of traditional menus.

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2325% of global restaurants non-compliant with new labor laws in 2023.

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24Extreme weather closed 14% of outdoor dining operations temporarily.

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25Vendor reliability issues hit 58% of supply-dependent restaurants.

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26Digital divide left 29% of rural restaurants tech-lagging in 2023.

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Sustainability & Challenges Interpretation

The restaurant industry is discovering that ignoring the planet's health is a recipe for business failure, as closures, costs, and consumer boycotts converge to prove that sustainability is no longer a side dish but the main course for survival.

Technology & Innovation

155 POS systems were adopted by 68% of global restaurants by 2023.

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2AI menu optimization tools used in 42% of large chain restaurants globally 2023.

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3Mobile ordering apps drove 35% of global restaurant sales in 2023.

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4Robotic kitchen assistants deployed in 15% of urban restaurants worldwide 2023.

Single source

5Blockchain for supply chain traceability in 22% of premium restaurants 2023.

Single source

6Contactless kiosks installed in 51% of QSRs globally by end-2023.

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7IoT sensors for inventory management in 39% of mid-sized restaurants 2023.

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8Virtual reality training programs adopted by 28% of restaurant chains.

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9Data analytics platforms used by 67% for customer insights in 2023.

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10Cloud-based PMS (property management systems) in 44% of global restaurants.

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11AR menu visualization tech in 19% of fine dining establishments 2023.

Directional

12Biometric payment systems trialed in 8% of high-end restaurants globally.

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13Predictive ordering AI reduced waste by 25% in 31% of adopters 2023.

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14Voice assistants for reservations in 26% of casual dining spots.

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15Digital loyalty wallets integrated in 58% of chain restaurants 2023.

Single source

16Drone delivery partnerships with 12% of coastal restaurants.

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17NFT loyalty programs launched by 5% of innovative restaurants globally.

Directional

185G-enabled high-speed WiFi in 73% of urban restaurants 2023.

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19Automated dishwashing robots in 17% of large kitchens worldwide.

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20CRM software penetration reached 62% in global restaurant groups.

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21Facial recognition for personalized service in 11% of Asia-Pacific restaurants.

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22Metaverse pop-up events hosted by 3% of global brands in 2023.

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23Edge computing for real-time pricing in 24% of dynamic menus.

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24Wearable tech for staff efficiency in 29% of busy outlets.

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25Quantum computing pilots for supply optimization in 1% elite chains.

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2676% of global restaurants used chatbots for customer queries in 2023.

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Technology & Innovation Interpretation

The modern restaurant is now a data-driven, tech-savvy command center where your burger is ordered by app, cooked alongside a robot, priced by AI, and secured by blockchain, all while a chef in VR learns to flip it.

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AI consensus: 2–3 of 4 models broadly agree

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Perplexity

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BUSINESSRESEARCHINSIGHTS
businessresearchinsights.com
businessresearchinsights.com
Reference 16
CREDENCERESEARCH
credenceresearch.com
credenceresearch.com
Reference 17
TRANSPARENCYMARKETRESEARCH
transparencymarketresearch.com
transparencymarketresearch.com
Reference 18
NRN
nrn.com
nrn.com
Reference 19
VERIFIEDMARKETRESEARCH
verifiedmarketresearch.com
verifiedmarketresearch.com
Reference 20
DELOITTE
deloitte.com
deloitte.com
Reference 21
MCKINSEY
mckinsey.com
mckinsey.com
Reference 22
MARKETDATAFORECAST
marketdataforecast.com
marketdataforecast.com
Reference 23
RESTAURANTBUSINESSONLINE
restaurantbusinessonline.com
restaurantbusinessonline.com
Reference 24
GMINSIGHTS
gminsights.com
gminsights.com
Reference 25
GLOBALMARKETINSIGHTS
globalmarketinsights.com
globalmarketinsights.com

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ACUMENRESEARCHANDCONSULTING
acumenresearchandconsulting.com
acumenresearchandconsulting.com
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UBER
uber.com
uber.com
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PERSISTENCEMARKETRESEARCH
persistencemarketresearch.com
persistencemarketresearch.com
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FRANCHISETIMES
franchisetimes.com
franchisetimes.com
Reference 30
NPD
npd.com
npd.com
Reference 31
TECHNOMIC
technomic.com
technomic.com
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DATASSENTIAL
datassential.com
datassential.com
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UBEREATS
ubereats.com
ubereats.com
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MINTEL
mintel.com
mintel.com
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GREENKEY
greenkey.global
greenkey.global
Reference 36
ZIPPIA
zippia.com
zippia.com
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DOORDASH
doordash.com
doordash.com
Reference 38
TOUCHBISTRO
touchbistro.com
touchbistro.com
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WOMENSFOODSERVICEFORUM
womensfoodserviceforum.org
womensfoodserviceforum.org
Reference 40
IWSR
iwsr.com
iwsr.com
Reference 41
HOOTSUITE
hootsuite.com
hootsuite.com
Reference 42
NRAEF
nraef.org
nraef.org
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TRIPADVISOR
tripadvisor.com
tripadvisor.com
Reference 44
VISA
visa.com
visa.com
Reference 45
OPENTABLE
opentable.com
opentable.com
Reference 46
AARP
aarp.org
aarp.org
Reference 47
PROVEG
proveg.org
proveg.org
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RESY
resy.com
resy.com
Reference 49
TOASTTAB
toasttab.com
toasttab.com
Reference 50
YELP
yelp.com
yelp.com
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CHILIPEPPERINSTITUTE
chilipepperinstitute.org
chilipepperinstitute.org
Reference 52
THEFORK
thefork.com
thefork.com
Reference 53
FOODALLERGY
foodallergy.org
foodallergy.org
Reference 54
EATER
eater.com
eater.com
Reference 55
SLOWFOOD
slowfood.com
slowfood.com
Reference 56
NIGHTTIMEECONOMY
nighttimeeconomy.org
nighttimeeconomy.org
Reference 57
ILO
ilo.org
ilo.org
Reference 58
OECD
oecd.org
oecd.org
Reference 59
WORLDCHEFS
worldchefs.org
worldchefs.org
Reference 60
YOUTHEMPLOYMENT
youthemployment.org
youthemployment.org
Reference 61
ILOSTAT
ilostat.ilo.org
ilostat.ilo.org
Reference 62
NRA
nra.co.uk
nra.co.uk
Reference 63
BLS
bls.gov
bls.gov
Reference 64
EUROSTAT
eurostat.ec.europa.eu
eurostat.ec.europa.eu
Reference 65
AHLA
ahla.com
ahla.com
Reference 66
MIGRATIONPOLICY
migrationpolicy.org
migrationpolicy.org
Reference 67
GALLUP
gallup.com
gallup.com
Reference 68
SHRM
shrm.org
shrm.org
Reference 69
PAYSCALE
payscale.com
payscale.com
Reference 70
INTERNATIONALSOCIETYOFBARTENDERS
internationalsocietyofbartenders
internationalsocietyofbartenders
Reference 71
KPMG
kpmg.com
kpmg.com
Reference 72
SEASONALJOBS
seasonaljobs.org
seasonaljobs.org
Reference 73
ITUC-CSI
ituc-csi.org
ituc-csi.org
Reference 74
GIGECONOMYDATA
gigeconomydata.org
gigeconomydata.org
Reference 75
MANPOWERGROUP
manpowergroup.com
manpowergroup.com
Reference 76
WAITERSUNION
waitersunion.org
waitersunion.org
Reference 77
WORKFORCE
workforce.com
workforce.com
Reference 78
GLASSDOOR
glassdoor.com
glassdoor.com
Reference 79
RESTAURANT
restaurant.org
restaurant.org
Reference 80
LINKEDIN
linkedin.com
linkedin.com
Reference 81
NCR
ncr.com
ncr.com
Reference 82
ROBOTICSBUSINESSREVIEW
roboticsbusinessreview.com
roboticsbusinessreview.com
Reference 83
IBM
ibm.com
ibm.com
Reference 84
NATIONALRESTAURANTSHOW
nationalrestaurantshow.com
nationalrestaurantshow.com
Reference 85
CISCO
cisco.com
cisco.com
Reference 86
VRTRAININGSOLUTIONS
vrtrainingsolutions.com
vrtrainingsolutions.com
Reference 87
TABLEAU
tableau.com
tableau.com
Reference 88
ORACLE
oracle.com
oracle.com
Reference 89
AUGMENT
augment.com
augment.com
Reference 90
MASTERCARD
mastercard.com
mastercard.com
Reference 91
WINNOWSOLUTIONS
winnowsolutions.com
winnowsolutions.com
Reference 92
ALEXA
alexa.com
alexa.com
Reference 93
FISHBOWLINVENTORY
fishbowlinventory.com
fishbowlinventory.com
Reference 94
WING
wing.com
wing.com
Reference 95
OPENSEA
opensea.io
opensea.io
Reference 96
QUALCOMM
qualcomm.com
qualcomm.com
Reference 97
MEITROBOTICS
meitrobotics.com
meitrobotics.com
Reference 98
SALESFORCE
salesforce.com
salesforce.com
Reference 99
NEC
nec.com
nec.com
Reference 100
DECENTRALAND
decentraland.org
decentraland.org