Solo diners, weekday reservations, and breakfast/early-bird slots are altering 2025 dining patterns. Restaurants embracing these shifts can tap new demographics, maximize off-peak traffic, and leverage inflation-driven demand for affordable, intentional dining experiences.
Pizza Hut’s nostalgia is fading as sales slump and Yum! Brands weighs a possible divestiture. Experts say streamlined delivery, sharper value messaging, and personalized loyalty could be critical to reclaiming ground from Domino’s and rivals.
Nisshin OilliO America’s new B2B hub helps restaurants improve kitchen efficiency, reduce waste, and elevate menu value.
Panera’s “RISE” overhaul tackles shrinkflation, menu missteps, and stalled growth with a $7 billion sales target by 2028. CEO Paul Carbone vows bigger portions, sharper value, and renewed relevance amid fierce fast casual competition.
