Consumer foodservice in 2024: The big picture
The goods and services tax (GST) rate in Singapore was raised from 8% to 9% from 1 January 2024, which led to an increase in the cost of dining out. It also led to an increase in the prices of essential goods and basic necessities which negatively impacted consumer purchasing power in 2024.
2024 key trends
2024 was a challenging year for consumer foodservice in Singapore, which saw lacklustre growth overall. Sales were weighed down by global uncertainties, price increases and in part by locals opting to shift their spending overseas as travel restrictions were mostly lifted.
Competitive landscape
In 2024, several international and regional brands of chained limited-service restaurants announced their intentions to expand in Singapore, which is likely to lead to intensified competition within the category. For example, Korea’s Lotteria is set to open in Singapore by the second quarter of 2025.
Independent foodservice developments
Bars/pubs was the largest category within cafés/bars in current value terms in 2024, with sales mostly accounted for by independent outlets. 11 local bars continued to make the list for Asia’s 50 Best Bars in 2024, with Jigger & Pony being the highest ranked in third place.
What next for consumer foodservice?
Prevailing economic uncertainty is expected to persist into 2025 due to factors such as the fallout from the US Presidential elections, China’s bumpy economic recovery, as well as geopolitical tensions. Additionally, the local employment outlook remains uncertain.
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Overview:
Understand the latest market trends and future growth opportunities for the Consumer Foodservice industry in Singapore with research from Euromonitor International's team of in-country analysts – experts by industry and geographic specialisation.
Key trends are clearly and succinctly summarised alongside the most current research data available. Understand and assess competitive threats and plan corporate strategy with our qualitative analysis, insight and confident growth projections.
Data and analysis in this report provides further detailed coverage dedicated to the following key categories, where applicable:
- Cafés/Bars
- Full-Service Restaurants
- Limited-Service Restaurants
- Self-Service Cafeterias
- Street Stalls/Kiosks
- Consumer Foodservice by Location
If you're in the Consumer Foodservice industry in Singapore, our research will help you to make informed, intelligent decisions; to recognise and profit from opportunity, or to offer resilience amidst market uncertainty.
The Consumer Foodservice in Singapore report includes:
- Analysis of key supply-side and demand trends
- Detailed segmentation of international and local products
- Historic volume and value sizes, company and brand market shares
- Five year forecasts of market trends and market growth
- Robust and transparent research methodology, conducted in-country
This report answers:
- What is the market size of Consumer Foodservice in Singapore?
- Which are the leading brands in Consumer Foodservice in Singapore?
- How are multinational and local operators competing and expanding in Singapore?
- How are consumer lifestyle trends and eating habits shaping Consumer Foodservice in Singapore?
- How is the Consumer Foodservice industry adapting to a post-COVID-19 market environment? Where are the opportunities amidst the challenges?
- How significant are health considerations in shaping the future of Consumer Foodservice in Singapore? Which of these trends hold the greatest potential demand?
- Where is future growth expected to be most dynamic?
Consumer Foodservice in Singapore
Consumer foodservice in 2024: The big picture
2024 key trends
Competitive landscape
Independent foodservice developments
What next for consumer foodservice?
DISCLAIMER
Cafés/Bars in Singapore
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Cafés/bars see modest growth against a backdrop of economic uncertainty
Specialist coffee and tea shops benefit from new entrants
Affordability and value remain a key factor behind consumer purchasing decisions
New bars/pubs expected to open over the forecast period encouraged by Singapore’s lively nightlife
Chained cafés set to benefit from recovery of inbound tourism and the entry of well-known Malaysian brands
Sustainability and health concerns likely to influence demand
Full-Service Restaurants in Singapore
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 a challenging year for full-service restaurants amidst headwinds
Asian full-service restaurants sales rise off the back of new Chinese entrants
Competition becoming polarised as players target different ends of the market
Full-service restaurants face a challenging future but possibilities still remain
Full-service restaurants in Singapore struggle with rising operating costs
Korean and Japanese full-service restaurants could be key to growth
Limited-Service Restaurants in Singapore
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Limited-service restaurants see slower growth in 2024 but burger and chicken meals remain popular
Influx of international chains leading to more intense competition
Players promote value for money offerings to attract more customers
Rising costs may force brands to innovate to maintain margins
Limited-service restaurants will innovate to provide more value to eat-in customers
Brands will need to adapt their menu offerings to local tastes and trends
Self-Service Cafeterias in Singapore
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Self-service cafeterias continue to struggle in 2024
Budget consciousness and a value focused mindset remains as one of the key factors
Players offer localised menu options to attract diners
Self-service cafeterias’ struggles set to continue
Government efforts to reduce salt consumption expected to influence menu options
Sustainable initiatives and plant-based menu options set to become a feature of the market
Street Stalls/Kiosks in Singapore
KEY DATA FINDINGS
A positive year for independent street stalls/kiosks with hawker centres at the heart of the local dining culture
Singapore attracts international operators while existing chains exit the market
Rising cost of living drives demand for affordable and value-driven dining options
Rising costs could threaten hawkers as affordable dining initiatives gain momentum
Digital payments set to become more accessible within street stalls/kiosks
Players may need to offer healthier options in response to new labelling requirements
Consumer Foodservice By Location in Singapore
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Lodging locations lose momentum as consumers switch to new dining concepts
Disappointing sales results at leisure and travel locations despite new developments
Retail locations expected to see further investment
Positive impact of inbound travel could be cancelled out by outbound travel
The following categories and subcategories are included:
Consumer Foodservice
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- Chained Consumer Foodservice
- Independent Consumer Foodservice
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- Chained Cafés/Bars
- Independent Cafés/Bars
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- Chained Bars/Pubs
- Independent Bars/Pubs
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- Chained Cafés
- Independent Cafés
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- Chained Juice/Smoothie Bars
- Independent Juice/Smoothie Bars
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- Chained Specialist Coffee and Tea Shops
- Independent Specialist Coffee and Tea Shops
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- Chained Full-Service Restaurants
- Independent Full-Service Restaurants
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- Chained Asian Full-Service Restaurants
- Independent Asian Full-Service Restaurants
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- Chained European Full-Service Restaurants
- Independent European Full-Service Restaurants
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- Chained Latin American Full-Service Restaurants
- Independent Latin American Full-Service Restaurants
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- Chained Middle Eastern Full-Service Restaurants
- Independent Middle Eastern Full-Service Restaurants
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- Chained North American Full-Service Restaurants
- Independent North American Full-Service Restaurants
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- Chained Pizza Full-Service Restaurants
- Independent Pizza Full-Service Restaurants
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- Chained Other Full-Service Restaurants
- Independent Other Full-Service Restaurants
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- Chained Limited-Service Restaurants
- Independent Limited-Service Restaurants
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- Chained Asian Limited-Service Restaurants
- Independent Asian Limited-Service Restaurants
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- Chained Bakery Products Limited-Service Restaurants
- Independent Bakery Products Limited-Service Restaurants
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- Chained Burger Limited-Service Restaurants
- Independent Burger Limited-Service Restaurants
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- Chained Chicken Limited-Service Restaurants
- Independent Chicken Limited-Service Restaurants
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- Chained Convenience Stores Limited-Service Restaurants
- Independent Convenience Stores Limited-Service Restaurants
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- Chained Fish Limited-Service Restaurants
- Independent Fish Limited-Service Restaurants
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- Chained Ice Cream Limited-Service Restaurants
- Independent Ice Cream Limited-Service Restaurants
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- Chained Latin American Limited-Service Restaurants
- Independent Latin American Limited-Service Restaurants
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- Chained Middle Eastern Limited-Service Restaurants
- Independent Middle Eastern Limited-Service Restaurants
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- Chained Pizza Limited-Service Restaurants
- Independent Pizza Limited-Service Restaurants
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- Chained Other Limited-Service Restaurants
- Independent Other Limited-Service Restaurants
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- Chained Self-Service Cafeterias
- Independent Self-Service Cafeterias
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- Chained Street Stalls/Kiosks
- Independent Street Stalls/Kiosks
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- Consumer Foodservice Through Standalone
- Consumer Foodservice Through Leisure
- Consumer Foodservice Through Retail
- Consumer Foodservice Through Lodging
- Consumer Foodservice Through Travel
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- Takeaway Online Ordering
- Takeaway Offline Ordering
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- First-Party Delivery Services
- Third-Party Delivery Services
- Delivery Offline Ordering
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- Drive-Through
- Eat-In
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- Takeaway Online Ordering
- Delivery Online Ordering
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- Takeaway Offline Ordering
- Delivery Offline Ordering
- Drive-Through
- Eat-in
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Consumer Foodservice
Consumer foodservice is composed of cafés/bars, full-service restaurants, limited-service restaurants, self-service cafeterias and street stalls/kiosks.
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