Sixty percent of U.S. consumers say they purchase takeout food at least three times per month, Technomic says; 61% say they are willing to pay more for takeout packaging made with sustainable materials

Nevin Barich

Nevin Barich

LOS ANGELES , January 24, 2012 (press release) – Takeout options are an increasingly important source of revenue for restaurant operators, with 60 percent of consumers recently surveyed by Technomic saying they purchase takeout at least three times per month. Operators worried that takeout sales could cannibalize dining room traffic can rest assured, as 53 percent of consumers who recently purchased takeout said that if they had not done so on that occasion, they would most likely have made food at home and not purchased from a foodservice operator.

"In many cases consumers do not view takeout orders as a part of the same consideration set as food purchased to be eaten in the dining room or onsite," says Technomic Vice President Joe Pawlak. "Operators have a real opportunity to gain an advantage if they can respond to consumers' needs for convenience, accuracy and food quality."

In order to help restaurant operators, suppliers and others aligned with the foodservice industry better understand consumer behavior, preferences and attitudes regarding takeout, Technomic has developed the Canadian Takeout and Off-Premise Dining Consumer Trend Report.

Interesting findings include:

* About 61 percent of consumers also say that they are willing to pay more for takeout packaging made with sustainable materials. Trends toward sustainable, recyclable materials for takeout containers are taking shape at several major restaurant brands on the chain level.
* About half of consumers surveyed agree that their takeout occasion could be "ruined" by any of several mishaps: leaking food or liquids (56 percent), deterioration of food taste or freshness (49 percent), food that doesn't stay hot or cold (46 percent) or missing condiments (32 percent).
* Boxed meals, value meals and snacks stand out as leading take-out options for limited-service restaurants, while full-service restaurants are promoting family dining options.

Technomic's Canadian Takeout and Off-Premise Dining Consumer Trend Report preferences, attitudes and purchasing behaviour based on survey results from more than 1,000 consumers. The Menu, Marketing and Concept Trends section provides a comprehensive guide to the trends that continue shaping the takeout category.

For the purpose of this report, takeout includes any food or beverage purchased at a restaurant or other foodservice location and eaten elsewhere, including items ordered for carryout or delivery and grab-and-go items.

To purchase or learn more about the Canadian Takeout and Off-Premise Dining Consumer Trend Report please visit Technomic.com or contact one of the individuals listed below.

Contacts
Press Inquiries: Joe Pawlak, 312-506-3940, or jpawlak@technomic.com
Purchasing Details: Patrick Noone, 312-506-3852, or pnoone@technomic.com
Report Details: Kelly Weikel, 312-506-3830, or kweikel@technomic.com

About Technomic

Technomic provides clients with the facts, insights and consulting support they need to enhance their business strategies, decisions and results. Its services include numerous publications and digital products, as well as proprietary studies and ongoing research on all aspects of the food industry.

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