The dining landscape in the U.S. is evolving—and fast. With changes in regional traffic, shifting consumer preferences, and the growing impact of income and hybrid work models, this report by Placer.ai offers a deep dive into the data behind the trends. Learn why fine dining and coffee are outperforming, how suburban locations are gaining traction, and what time-of-day behavior says about modern dining needs. Whether you’re a restaurant owner, investor, strategist, or marketer, these insights are your roadmap to navigate a highly dynamic food service market in 2025 and beyond. Download now to explore regional traffic performance, category-level visit data, income-based consumer segments, and behavioral shifts in dwell time and weekday vs. weekend trends.
2025 Dining Industry Report: Discover the Shifts Transforming Where and How America Eats
Dining Segment Visits: A Look Beyond Fine Dining
Explore how fast casual, QSR, casual dining, and coffee chains are performing in 2025. While fine dining leads in overall growth, this chart highlights the nuanced performance of other key segments—revealing how factors like weekday demand, visit duration, and expansion strategies are influencing consumer traffic. From efficient weekday lunches to late-night QSR visits, the data shows where Americans are dining when fine dining isn’t the choice.
Suburban Shift: Fine Dining Rises, Coffee Slips
The share of suburban visitors to fine dining establishments has grown steadily since 2019, signaling a shift toward “destination” dining experiences closer to home. In contrast, coffee chains—once fueled by commuting routines—are seeing a drop in suburban engagement. This shift reflects how remote and hybrid work models continue to reshape dining behavior, reducing everyday coffee visits while boosting demand for high-end, local experiences.
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