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United Kingdom Foodservice Market, By Type (Cafes & Bars, Cloud Kitchen, Full Service Restaurants, Quick Service Restaurants), By Outlet (Chained Outlets, Independent Outlets), By Location (Leisure, Lodging, Retail, Standalone, Travel ), By Region, Competition, Forecast & Opportunities, 2020-2030F
Market Report I 2025-04-30 I 88 Pages I TechSci Research
Market Overview
The United Kingdom Foodservice Market was valued at USD 102.75 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 152.48 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 6.8%. The market is undergoing significant transformation, influenced by shifting consumer preferences, accelerating digitization, and recovery in consumer spending and mobility post-pandemic. Demand patterns now reflect a balanced emphasis on convenience, quality, and immersive experiences. Quick Service Restaurants (QSRs) and Cloud Kitchens are gaining momentum due to the rise in food delivery demand and digital ordering efficiencies. Meanwhile, Full Service Restaurants (FSRs), Cafes, and Bars are thriving by catering to consumers' increasing appetite for premium offerings and social dining experiences. These developments highlight the sector's adaptability in meeting evolving lifestyle and dining trends in a highly competitive and digitally driven environment.
Key Market Drivers
Rising Demand for Convenience and On-the-Go Dining
The growing pace of life among UK consumers has led to increased demand for fast and convenient dining options. This is fueling the expansion of QSRs and cloud kitchens, which offer quick, affordable meals without sacrificing quality. Urbanization, extended commuting times, and flexible work schedules post-pandemic have accelerated the adoption of on-the-go and delivery-based services. The surge in digital food delivery platforms such as Deliveroo, Uber Eats, and Just Eat has further simplified access to meals, while enabling restaurants to extend reach. Cloud kitchens have emerged as cost-effective operations, allowing brands to meet delivery demand without the overhead of dine-in spaces.
Key Market Challenges
Labor Shortages and Staffing Constraints
Persistent labor shortages present a substantial challenge to the UK foodservice sector. The issue has been exacerbated by Brexit, which significantly reduced the availability of EU workers who once made up a large share of the hospitality workforce. Combined with the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, many experienced workers have left the industry, and efforts to rebuild the labor pool have seen limited success. Employers face difficulties in attracting and retaining staff due to perceptions of low wages, long hours, and limited growth prospects. This labor gap is pushing many businesses to increase wages and provide additional benefits, driving up operating costs. While large chains are investing in automation and self-service technologies to manage the shortfall, independent and smaller outlets often lack the capital to adopt such solutions, placing them at a competitive disadvantage.
Key Market Trends
Rise of Hybrid and Experiential Dining Concepts
A major trend redefining the UK foodservice market is the growing popularity of hybrid and experiential dining formats. Today's consumers, particularly younger demographics, are looking for more than just a meal-they value dining experiences that combine food with entertainment, creativity, and social interaction. This has led to the emergence of food halls, dine-in cinemas, gaming cafes, and co-working dining spaces. These venues often integrate aesthetic designs, live music, and interactive events to create unique, shareable experiences that appeal to digital-first audiences. Pop-up restaurants and exclusive tasting menus are also gaining momentum, offering limited-time attractions that enhance customer engagement and brand appeal. The fusion of food with lifestyle experiences is encouraging operators to rethink traditional dining environments and innovate to build brand loyalty.
Key Market Players
- Admiral Taverns Ltd.
- Co-operative Group Limited
- Costa Coffee
- Doctor's Associates, Inc.
- Domino's Pizza Group PLC
- Greggs PLC
- Marston's PLC
- McDonald's Corporation
- Mitchells & Butlers PLC
- Nando's Group Holdings Limited.
Report Scope:
In this report, the United Kingdom Foodservice Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:
- United Kingdom Foodservice Market, By Type:
o Cafes & Bars
o Cloud Kitchen
o Full Service Restaurants
o Quick Service Restaurants
- United Kingdom Foodservice Market, By Outlet:
o Chained Outlets
o Independent Outlets
- United Kingdom Foodservice Market, By Location:
o Leisure
o Lodging
o Retail
o Standalone
o Travel
- United Kingdom Foodservice Market, By Region:
o England
o Scotland
o Wales
o Northern Ireland
Competitive Landscape
Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies present in the United Kingdom Foodservice Market.
Available Customizations:
United Kingdom Foodservice Market report with the given market data, TechSci Research offers customizations according to a company's specific needs. The following customization options are available for the report:
Company Information
- Detailed analysis and profiling of additional market players (up to five).
1. Introduction
1.1. Product Overview
1.2. Key Highlights of the Report
1.3. Market Coverage
1.4. Market Segments Covered
1.5. Research Tenure Considered
2. Research Methodology
2.1. Methodology Landscape
2.2. Objective of the Study
2.3. Baseline Methodology
2.4. Formulation of the Scope
2.5. Assumptions and Limitations
2.6. Sources of Research
2.7. Approach for the Market Study
2.8. Methodology Followed for Calculation of Market Size & Market Shares
2.9. Forecasting Methodology
3. Executive Summary
3.1. Overview of the Market
3.2. Overview of Key Market Segmentations
3.3. Overview of Key Market Players
3.4. Overview of Key Regions
3.5. Overview of Market Drivers, Challenges, and Trends
4. Voice of Customer
4.1. Brand Awareness
4.2. Factor Influencing Availing Decision
5. United Kingdom Foodservice Market Outlook
5.1. Market Size & Forecast
5.1.1. By Value
5.2. Market Share & Forecast
5.2.1. By Type Market Share Analysis (Cafes & Bars, Cloud Kitchen, Full Service Restaurants, Quick Service Restaurants)
5.2.2. By Outlet Market Share Analysis (Chained Outlets, Independent Outlets)
5.2.3. By Location Market Share Analysis (Leisure, Lodging, Retail, Standalone, Travel)
5.2.4. By Regional Market Share Analysis
5.2.4.1. England Market Share Analysis
5.2.4.2. Scotland Market Share Analysis
5.2.4.3. Wales Market Share Analysis
5.2.4.4. Northern Ireland Market Share Analysis
5.2.5. By Top 5 Companies Market Share Analysis, Others (2024)
5.3. United Kingdom Foodservice Market Mapping & Opportunity Assessment
5.3.1. By Type Market Mapping & Opportunity Assessment
5.3.2. By Outlet Market Mapping & Opportunity Assessment
5.3.3. By Location Market Mapping & Opportunity Assessment
5.3.4. By Regional Market Mapping & Opportunity Assessment
6. United Kingdom Cafes & Bars Foodservice Market Outlook
6.1. Market Size & Forecast
6.1.1. By Value
6.2. Market Share & Forecast
6.2.1. By Outlet Market Share Analysis
6.2.2. By Location Market Share Analysis
7. United Kingdom Cloud Kitchen Foodservice Market Outlook
7.1. Market Size & Forecast
7.1.1. By Value
7.2. Market Share & Forecast
7.2.1. By Outlet Market Share Analysis
7.2.2. By Location Market Share Analysis
8. United Kingdom Full Service Restaurants Foodservice Market Outlook
8.1. Market Size & Forecast
8.1.1. By Value
8.2. Market Share & Forecast
8.2.1. By Outlet Market Share Analysis
8.2.2. By Location Market Share Analysis
9. United Kingdom Quick Service Restaurants Foodservice Market Outlook
9.1. Market Size & Forecast
9.1.1. By Value
9.2. Market Share & Forecast
9.2.1. By Outlet Market Share Analysis
9.2.2. By Location Market Share Analysis
10. Market Dynamics
10.1. Drivers
10.2. Challenges
11. Market Trends & Developments
11.1. Merger & Acquisition (If Any)
11.2. Type Launches (If Any)
11.3. Recent Developments
12. Porters Five Forces Analysis
12.1. Competition in the Industry
12.2. Potential of New Entrants
12.3. Power of Suppliers
12.4. Power of Customers
12.5. Threat of Substitute Types
13. United Kingdom Economic Profile
14. Competitive Landscape
14.1. Company Profiles
14.1.1. Admiral Taverns Ltd.
14.1.1.1. Business Overview
14.1.1.2. Company Snapshot
14.1.1.3. Types & Services
14.1.1.4. Financials (As Per Availability)
14.1.1.5. Key Market Focus & Geographical Presence
14.1.1.6. Recent Developments
14.1.1.7. Key Management Personnel
14.1.2. Co-operative Group Limited
14.1.3. Costa Coffee
14.1.4. Doctor's Associates, Inc.
14.1.5. Domino's Pizza Group PLC
14.1.6. Greggs PLC
14.1.7. Marston's PLC
14.1.8. McDonald's Corporation
14.1.9. Mitchells & Butlers PLC
14.1.10. Nando's Group Holdings Limited.
15. Strategic Recommendations
15.1. Key Focus Areas
15.1.1. Target Type
15.1.2. Target Location
15.1.3. Target Region
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