Consumer foodservice in 2024: The big picture
In 2024, consumer foodservice in Slovakia recorded an uplift in retail value sales while outlets continued to expand. The year started positively, supported by favourable weather conditions boosting sales.
2024 key trends
Players in consumer foodservice were increasingly adopting sustainable practices in 2024, including recyclable materials, local ingredients, and plant-based food. Sustainability efforts were extended to energy usage and waste management.
Competitive landscape
In 2024, competition from the retail industry, particularly in packaged ready meals, had a negative impact on the consumer foodservice industry. As consumers became increasingly price sensitive, many migrated to packaged ready meals, offering more affordable prices.
Independent foodservice developments
In 2024, independent foodservice operators dominated the Slovak market due to their lower capital requirements and greater flexibility in adapting to micro-regional consumer tastes. These operators compensated for smaller marketing budgets with agility, efficient cost control, and offerings tailored to specific market audiences, including local niches.
What next for consumer foodservice?
In 2025, new legislation will have a significant impact on the Slovak foodservice industry, with the introduction of a sugar tax and revised VAT rates resulting in additional costs for both foodservice operators and consumers. These tax changes will initially impact real purchasing power in early 2025, but recovery is expected as the year progresses.
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Overview:
Understand the latest market trends and future growth opportunities for the Consumer Foodservice industry in Slovakia 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 Slovakia, 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 Slovakia 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 Slovakia?
- Which are the leading brands in Consumer Foodservice in Slovakia?
- How are multinational and local operators competing and expanding in Slovakia?
- How are consumer lifestyle trends and eating habits shaping Consumer Foodservice in Slovakia?
- 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 Slovakia? Which of these trends hold the greatest potential demand?
- Where is future growth expected to be most dynamic?
Consumer Foodservice in Slovakia
Consumer foodservice in 2024: The big picture
2024 key trends
Competitive landscape
Independent foodservice developments
What next for consumer foodservice?
DISCLAIMER
Cafés/Bars in Slovakia
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Negative consumer sentiment impacts purchasing behaviour and leads to a decline in sales
Starbucks and McCafé improve their share despite rising price sensitivity
Independent cafés and bars implement promotions and events to retain consumers
Premiumisation and growing coffee culture are expected to support value growth
Eco-friendly practices and plant-based, local sourced offers are set to rise
Delivery options will add value to the customer experience
Full-Service Restaurants in Slovakia
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Economical pricing is implemented to retain consumers during a challenging year
Independent operators dominate while Medusa Group remains the main chained player
Takeaway and delivery services become important business streams for full-service restaurants
Premiumisation and quality ingredients is expected to support a rise in value growth
Sales through delivery services will increase as the convenience trend rises
Rising interest in various cuisines will shape the performance of full-service restaurants
Limited-Service Restaurants in Slovakia
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Positive transactions and value growth despite cautious spending habits in 2024
McDonald's Slovakia improves its share as consumers appreciate affordable options
Healthier food choices and soups gain ground as consumers seek both nutrition and value
Higher disposable incomes, plant-based options and ongoing inflation are set to support value growth
Forecourt retailers and delivery services are expected to drive sales
VAT changes are set to create extra costs for restaurant operators
Self-Service Cafeterias in Slovakia
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Growth is driven by affordability and fast service, benefiting sales in 2024
Independent self-service cafeterias perform well, as chained players suffer from higher price points
An old-fashioned image and hybrid working challenges sales of self-service cafeterias
Premiumisation and a focus on healthy options is set to drive value sales for self-service cafeterias
Self-service cafeterias are set to focus on price points and delivery services to remain competitive
VAT rates will challenge sales, however, improved consumer sentiment is expected from 2026
Street Stalls/Kiosks in Slovakia
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Street stalls/kiosks benefit from low price points, however, price-sensitivity challenges sales
Street stalls/kiosks face competition from retail, as consumers look to save costs
Independent street stalls/kiosks tailor offerings to local consumers to remain competitive
Expanding operating hours and providing delivery may be key strategies
Street stalls/kiosks focus on high traffic locations to combat competition from retailers
Increased investment in digitalisation will enhance convenience for consumers
Consumer Foodservice By Location in Slovakia
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Reluctant consumer spending challenges sales in stand-alone locations
The expansion of shopping malls boost sales in retail, while tourism drives consumers foodservice through travel
Online ordering and delivery trends rise as consumers appreciate convenience
Strengthening purchasing power is set to support growth for consumer foodservice
Oxxo Bubble tea and smoothies are expected to rise in popularity
Slovakia's demographic trends may challenge overall expansion
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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