First Expansions Lead Emerging U.S. Restaurant Growth in 2026
RestaurantData tracked 3,381 planned 2026 location records across early and regional growth stages, from second locations through 19-unit operators.
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U.S. Restaurants Remain Resilient Despite Challenging Business Conditions
U.S. restaurants are demonstrating continued resilience by sustaining operations and customer demand despite ongoing challenges such as inflation, labor shortages, and shifting consumer behavior.
U.S. Consumer Inflation Eased in June on Lower Energy Costs, With Menu Prices Continuing to Moderate
U.S. consumer inflation slowed in June due to lower energy costs, while menu prices continued to moderate, potentially affecting food-and-beverage margins and guest demand.
Total Restaurant Expenses Jumped 36% Since Before the Pandemic
Elevated costs continue to pressure restaurant profitability
Report: Summer Travel Could Boost Restaurant Sales
Despite economy, consumers want to dine out, especially if it means sampling local and signature foods.
UK Foodservice Footfall Drops 2.3% in Q1 2026, Fast&Food Traffic Down 1.2%
Customer traffic across the UK foodservice market fell by 2.3% in Q1 2026, marking the largest decline since January 2024, according to data from Meaningful Vision.
2026 Summer Travel & Dining Report: Key Trends Shaping Restaurant Demand
The 2026 Summer Travel & Dining report reveals significant trends influencing customer demand in restaurants, with factors such as evolving dietary habits, sustainability concerns, and technology adoption playing crucial roles.
U.S. Restaurant and Lodging Job Openings Rose in May
Total job openings in the restaurant and lodging sector rose from a revised 714,000 in April to 776,000 in May, rebounding after three consecutive monthly declines.
Hospitality Spending Was Flat in May Despite Resilience in Purchasing and Higher Inflation
Despite consumers maintaining their purchasing habits and inflation rates climbing, the hospitality industry saw no significant increase in spending during May.
Americans Turn to Seafood and Premium Meals for End&of&Week Comfort, Survey Finds
A recent survey of 2,000 U.S. adults reveals that Americans are moving away from reserving premium meals for special occasions, with seafood and other “fancy” foods now regularly featured in end-of-week dinners to unwind and improve mood after challenging days.