OpenTable report shows US dining up 11% year over year, highlighting restaurant economic spillover

By Public Technologies
  • Booking Holdings’ OpenTable published its first U.S. Restaurant Impact Report, highlighting restaurants’ role in local economic activity.
  • OpenTable data showed U.S. dining rose 11% year over year for July 2025–June 2026, with average spend at $60 per person.
  • Survey results showed 60% of diners also spent $138 on average at nearby businesses, signaling spillover demand for local retailers.
  • No-shows remained a cost pressure, with operators estimating an $80 average loss for a table for two.
  • Industry backdrop cited restaurant and foodservice sales expected to reach $1.55 trillion in 2026, with total economic impact at $3.7 trillion.


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